The experts from Dermablend are here to share the story behind the brand in honor of its milestone 40th anniversary.

When dermatologist Dr. Craig Roberts and his makeup artist wife Flori Roberts set out to create a complexion coverage brand in 1981, their primary goal was to support patients with compromised skin. With a lack of safe and effective makeup options at the time, they envisioned a range of high-performance cosmetics that would be suitable for all skin types, tones and conditions. They founded Dermablend, and now, forty years later, it has become the number-one dermatologist-recommended coverage brand out there. Dermablend has been helping those with acne and acne scars, redness and rosacea, dark spots, scars and birthmarks feel more comfortable in their own skin for four decades.

Dermablend’s Skin Security Standards™ ensure that all products are safe and appropriate for all skin types and conditions, including sensitive and post-procedure skin. Among the brand’s mandates are offering dermatologist-, allergy- and sensitive skin-tested products that are non-comedogenic (which means they won’t clog pores), fragrance-free and formulated without phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate or animal-derived ingredients. All products are also formulated with advanced, true-to-tone pigments that are capable of covering the range of minor to severe skin conditions, as well as tattoos, varicose veins and stretch marks.

"Dermablend has always been one of my go-to brands for coverage," says board-certified dermatologist and LovelySkin CEO Dr. Joel Schlessinger. "It is well-known by dermatologists and respected for its ability to offer a solution for birthmarks, tattoo coverage and post-procedure bruising and redness. Truly, I am not sure where we would be without it. It is so amazing to see that it has been around for 40 years!"

Complexion coverage for face

Dermablend has set the bar for natural-looking full-coverage face and body makeup, and its range of complexion coverage products includes a variety of formulations to meet every skin’s needs and desired level of coverage for face and body.

When it comes to facial complexion coverage, Dermablend offers an array of options that includes CC cream, concealer, cream-based foundation and myriad other formulations that allow you to create your own customized makeup routine that helps you achieve your goals.

Dermablend Continuous Correction CC Cream SPF 50+

This multitasking product provides weightless, breathable, undetectable full coverage for all skin types. Offering broad-spectrum UV protection and antioxidants to fight free radicals, this makeup-meets-skin care product has been clinically proven to improve skin radiance after four weeks.

Dermablend Cover Care Full Coverage Concealer

This concealer is designed to offer hydrating, 24-hour full-coverage where you need it the most. Ideal for dark circles, dark spots and acne scars, the non-comedogenic formula serves up vegan, natural-looking water- and transfer resistant coverage.

Dermablend Flawless Creator

These liquid foundation drops put you in control of your coverage. With a weightless, water-free, oil-free formula that contains only ten ingredients, this versatile foundation can be used on its own, mixed with moisturizer to provide a sheer wash of tone-evening color or even mixed with mattifying primer or highlighter to customize your finish.

Dermablend Professional Cover Creme SPF 30

This is Dermablend’s maximum coverage complexion product. Offering broad-spectrum SPF 30 and up to 16 hours of smudge- and transfer-resistant wear, it has the power to cover skin conditions ranging from birthmarks, burns and scars to hyperpigmentation and vitiligo without looking cakey.

Flawless coverage for the body

If you want to keep tattoos, bruises, stretch marks or varicose veins under wraps, there’s no better solution than Dermablend Leg and Body Makeup. Formulated to provide lightweight, buildable, blendable full coverage along with SPF 25, the twelve true-to-tone shades deliver a fade-proof, natural-looking finish.

To maximize the staying power of your body coverage, there are a few steps you’ll want to follow. When applying, use long strokes when applying over large areas, such as the arms and legs. If you want additional coverage, allow the product to dry fully before adding additional layers. For up to sixteen hours of smudge- and transfer-resistant wear, apply a generous amount of Dermablend Loose Setting Powder and leave it on for five to ten minutes before buffing off.

Prep with a professional primer

The key for keeping complexion coverage going strong is starting your makeup application with a primer. Ideal for those with oily skin, Dermablend Poresaver Matte Makeup Primer is a non-comedogenic, lightweight gel that dries to velvety soft finish that helps improve the appearance of pore size and absorbs excess oil throughout the day. Designed for all skin types, Dermablend Insta-Grip Jelly Makeup Primer helps smooth, hydrate and enhance the feeling of skin tightness to optimize foundation application and its staying power.

Pro tip: Be sure to give your primer time to fully dry and absorb before moving on to your foundation. Just those few extra minutes will ensure a smooth, flawless foundation finish that lasts.

Get set with setting powders and sprays

Keeping your makeup looking fresh and flawless comes down to one final step: setting. Dermablend offers several options, including the translucent Loose Setting Powder and the radiance-enhancing Illuminating Banana Powder. For those who prefer the ease of a mist, the hydrating Lock and Last Water-Resistant Setting Spray with witch hazel, allantoin and willow leaf extract amplifies smudge- and transfer-resistance with just a few spritzes. It can also be used to refresh your makeup throughout the day.

Wondering how to find the right color match for Dermablend products? We’ll walk you through it in our blog post, “How to Pick the Right Dermablend Foundation for You.”