I Found the 8 Best Body Makeup Products to Cover Scars, Bruises, and Discoloration

For an all-around body makeup that truly is the perfect formula for coverage, texture, and finish, look to Westmore Beauty. It comes in 10 shades, all of which have a slightly luminous but natural finish, and the coverage is top-tier without feeling heavy. My clumsy self bumps into things way too often, and when I have a few bruises on my legs I want instantly concealed, this formula does the job. It's also great for a night out—when I want to feel extra confident.

Review: "This product is a lifesaver! I have Skin blemishes all over my neck and chest, and it has covered them marvelously well!! Will definitely purchase more! No one would ever know I have scars on my chest!!" — Westmore

This baby is the concealing body makeup to reach for when you don't want to see a trace of anything you're trying to cover—I'm talking tattoos, scars, and bright discoloration instantly disappears. Think of it like a concealer: the formulas are opaque, long-wearing, and meant to stay put through heat, movement, and a full day out.

Review: "I loved how this covered my tattoo on my foot for interviews, etc. I have a dark colored tattoo that is about the size of a baseball, and this covered it well enough that it wasn't noticeable!" — Ulta

I'll be the first to say the body makeup department needs a major overhaul in shade selection. In the winter, my very fair skin is often far too pale for what's on the market, and the makeup reads orange. That is, until I discovered TINGE. The brand offers 12 versatile shades that also incorporate undertones, and the selection has both the lightest and darkest colors I've seen.

Review: "The TINGE Tint is truly a miracle worker and eases the appearance of my redness and Raynaud's INSTANTLY! I can’t believe how natural this body makeup looks and feels on the skin. Love that it’s easy to apply, water- and transfer-resistant, and can be worn all day!" — TINGE

I've loved this lotion from the second it came out. It has a gorgeous smell and still lets my skin peek through a bit. It's blurring and luminous—truly a supermodel leg effect. I use this on my arms, décolletage, legs, stomach—whenever I want everything to glow and look smooth as hell. I'm talking nights out, dinner dates, a big meeting—the works. This is the body equivalent of a skin tint.

Review: "THIS LOTION IS AMAZING. First off, it smells really nice and clean. It goes on super smooth and doesn’t leave behind any residue. But the best part is the GLOW. It gives you a beautiful, radiant, but natural-looking glow, like it’s almost coming from inside. I wore it out with friends one night recently and got numerous comments and people asking what I was wearing." — Sephora

Another Lux Unfiltered pick because I just absolutely love the brand. This is my must-have for days when I forgot to self-tan, when I'm heading on vacation, or when it's time to break out my shorts and skirts as the weather warms after a long, pale winter. One quick application, and it looks like I just got a spray tan—except it doesn't have the yucky smell, and it rinses right off with water and soap.

Review: "I am naturally very pale and burn easily in the sun. This lux unfiltered product is perfect for me. The scent is lemonwood, and it smells amazing. The color is a natural tan that develops over time. It gives me a warm tan without any transfer. I use this for a quick bronze look before any events." — Sephora

Choosing a body makeup formulation that's too heavy or greasy can feel very uncomfortable. Add humidity, rain, sweat, or any outdoor conditions that involve getting wet, and the discomfort only worsens. This lightweight body makeup from Vita Liberata is my go-to because of its breathable texture and water- and sweat-resistant formula.

Review: "I’ve used this product for years, and it is amazing! It hides imperfections easily and looks so natural. The moisturizers make my skin feel so soft, and the glow is gorgeous. I always receive compliments on my skin when I wear it." — Vita Liberata

Want bronzed, glowing, just-back-from-Ibiza legs? Pick Dolce Glow's Mia up for instant radiance. As much as I love self-tanner, it can be a commitment; it may smell; sometimes it doesn't fade all that nicely; and in most cases, I just don't have the time. This body makeup adds warmth, color, and a beautiful luminosity.

Review: "I love this on top of a tan, or even if I need a quick pick-me-up!! I mix it with a little of my body lotion; 1-3 drops go a long way. It dries quickly, the perfect glow, adds coverage, and rinses off the same day." — Ulta

This OG applies in seconds and is ideal for large areas like the legs. It's super lightweight and the fastest way to fake a finished look. But don't confuse it with that oxidized, orange finish of years past. Today's Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs is the quickest, easiest solution for smooth, even legs.

Review: "This product is a great alternative to hot, itchy pantyhose. Good coverage and nice matte finish. It doesn’t transfer, but it comes off easily with soap and water. It won’t conceal everything, but the even, smooth tone it gives helps minimize discolorations and spider veins." — Sally Hansen

The difference between body makeup looking believable and, well, not, can often come down to the tool. I use a dense buffing brush with enough real estate to blend makeup quickly into large areas of my body. I haven't found a better one than Westmore Beauty's. It's giant for a quick blend-in, and the dense head diffuses the body makeup beautifully.

Review: "The brush truly helped the application to be even and smooth. The brush fit my hand perfectly. I believe this also helped spread the product evenly, with less product needed." — Amazon