K-Beauty Dupes: CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer vs NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer

We’re back at it again with the K-beauty dupes! Welcome (or hello again) budget beauties to our Dupe Series where we find you more for less, because a big price tag isn’t always all it’s hyped up to be. 

This time we’re talking about two of the most popular concealers that have blessed the beauty world with their presence: CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer and NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer. Let’s get into the main differences between the two liquid concealers so you can start looking ~flawless~ RN. 

Application, Durability, and Formula

Both CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer and NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer come in a tube with an applicator and are buildable, long-lasting, and sweat-proof. But before you go and buy either one as they have the same application and durability, you should know that CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer’s formula contains ultra-fine particles to get up close n’ personal to more effectively cover flaws offering better coverage. CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer 1, NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer 0. 

Oxidation

Ever noticed that your makeup starts to look a different shade throughout the day? It was the perfect match when you applied it, then somewhere around the midday mark, you’re left looking a little orange. Well, it’s all down to oxidation. Oxidation happens when a reactive ingredient in the formula meets oxygen or another oxidising element, this chemical reaction is what causes the makeup to darken. 

CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer has a Film Network System that creates a thin, invisible layer across your skin that protects it from directly interacting with oxygen and oxidizing, whereas NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer is known for slightly oxidizing by a shade or two. This particularly makes CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer the better choice for around the eye area, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation as you want to lighten these areas and a liquid concealer that oxidizes will eventually make them appear even darker.

Texture and Finish 

In both liquid concealer tubes, you’ll find a creamy, lightweight texture that effortlessly swipes across the skin, which is especially helpful when dealing with the delicate eye area as too much movement over time can cause fine lines and wrinkles to appear. 

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer gives a luminous finish, whereas CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer has more of a matte finish. It’s also extremely adhesive to cling to the skin for longer without feeling sticky or greasy, making it an oily skin must-have. 

Price Comparison

Don’t fancy spending £26.00 on NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer? CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer can be bought from Skin Cupid for only £16.00, giving you an extra £10 to spend on more makeup. Sold. You don’t need to tell us twice. 

Ingredients List

Both liquid concealers double up as skincare and contain skin-loving ingredients that focus on anti-ageing, reducing redness, antioxidant protection, and hydration. But CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer goes that little bit further with centella asiatica and green tea and rosemary leaf extracts for their anti-inflammatory effects, helping to minimise swelling and puffiness while soothing and calming the skin. This makes it the preferred concealer amongst sensitive and/or easily reactive skin types. 

Shop here for CLIO Kill Cover Liquid Concealer. Happy concealing!