tarte Face Tape Pressed Powder 35N Medium Neutral — Medium-Coverage Waterproof Powder with Hyaluronic Acid

tarte Face Tape Pressed Powder is a medium-coverage, waterproof pressed powder that sets makeup, reduces shine, and delivers a hydrated, natural-matte finish with skin-friendly ingredients like hyaluronic acid and peptides.

This compact version of tarte's best-selling foundation brings lightweight, buildable coverage in a portable powder formula designed to blur pores, minimize the look of fine lines, and refresh your complexion on the go. Formulated with the MoistureDrench complex—hyaluronic acid and snow mushroom—plus peptides, it helps maintain a plump, more radiant look while controlling excess oil. A soft sponge is included for quick touch-ups, and the formula is vegan, cruelty-free, and free from parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate, and gluten.

How well does this powder control shine without drying skin?

Face Tape Pressed Powder balances oil control and hydration by combining oil-absorbing, skin-mimicking powders with moisture-attracting ingredients. The finish reads matte but avoids looking flat thanks to light-reflecting pigments and MoistureDrench actives that support skin plumpness.

• Absorbs excess oil for a matte appearance throughout the day
• Hyaluronic acid and snow mushroom help retain moisture to prevent cakey, dry patches
• Light-reflecting pigments preserve a natural, skin-like radiance
• Dermatologist-tested formula suitable for regular wear

How long does coverage last and is it really waterproof?

The powder offers medium, buildable coverage designed for long wear; clinical and consumer testing reported up to 16-hour wear and waterproof performance on test subjects. It layers well over liquid foundations or can be used alone for lighter coverage.

• Medium coverage that blurs imperfections without feeling heavy
• Clinical consumer panel backed longwear and water-resistant performance
• Works as a setting powder to lock liquid or cream makeup in place
• Ideal for touch-ups with included sponge for quick, discreet application

Which skin types and concerns is this powder best for?

This powder is formulated to suit a wide range of skin types, especially those seeking oil control with hydration. It helps minimize the look of pores and fine lines while hydrating and brightening, making it a versatile option for normal, combination, and oily skin users who want a natural matte finish.

• Minimizes the look of creasing, caking, and fine lines
• Blurs pores and covers imperfections for a smoother appearance
• Contains skin-benefiting extracts like apple fruit extract and peptides
• Vegan and cruelty-free formulation without several common irritants

How do I use the pressed powder for best results during the day?

Apply over foundation to set makeup or use alone where you want medium coverage and oil control. For touch-ups, press the included sponge into the compact and pat lightly onto shine-prone areas; blend outward for a seamless finish.

• Use a light tapping motion to build coverage gradually
• Press into T-zone for targeted shine control
• Layer over liquid foundation to lock everything in place
• Carry in bag for quick mid-day mattifying and smoothing

Who is this for: tarte Face Tape Pressed Powder in 35N Medium Neutral is for anyone who wants medium, buildable coverage with a natural-matte finish that doesn’t look flat. It’s a smart pick for people who need reliable oil control without sacrificing skin hydration or comfortable wear—travelers, busy professionals, and anyone who prefers a portable, vegan, cruelty-free powder that blurs imperfections and supports a smoother-looking complexion.

Ingredients

Please refer to product packaging for the most up to date list of ingredients and country of origin. Mica, magnesium/potassium/silicon/fluoride/hydroxide/oxide, silica, magnesium myristate, zinc stearate, triethylhexanoin, trimethylolpropane triethylhexanoate, nylon-12, diisostearyl malate, hydrogenated poly(C6-14 olefin), kaolin, tremella fuciformis (mushroom) extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid, glycerin, water/aqua/eau, butylene glycol, carbomer, sodium lactate, polysorbate 20, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, triethoxycaprylylsilane, dimethicone, caprylyl glycol, dipentaerythrityl hexahydroxystearate/ hexastearate/ hexarosinate, phenyl trimethicone, ethylhexylglycerin, aluminum hydroxide, aluminum dimyristate, hydrogen dimethicone, methicone, boron nitride, hydrogenated polyisobutene, octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, tocopherol. (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), zinc oxide (CI 77947), iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), ultramarines (CI 77007).