Concealers

/kənˈsilərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of concealer; multiple cosmetic products for hiding skin imperfections, or multiple people/things that conceal.

Etymology

Simple plural of concealer. The cosmetics sense became dominant in modern usage.

Kelly Says

The multi-billion dollar makeup industry built much of its success on concealers—products that promised to hide what we're self-conscious about.

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

Plural form carries same gendered marketing and beauty labor assumptions as 'concealer'—products marketed primarily to women despite universal use.

Inclusive Usage

Reference neutrally as cosmetic or makeup products; avoid assuming users based on gender.

Inclusive Alternatives

["makeup products","coverage products"]

Empowerment Note

Female cosmetic formulators and beauty industry innovators deserve credit for texture, longevity, and shade-matching advances in concealer technology.

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