tarte Face Tape Pressed Powder compact — 16N Fair Light, Medium-Coverage Waterproof, Hydrating Matte Finish

tarte Face Tape Pressed Powder is a medium-coverage, waterproof powder foundation that sets makeup, controls shine, and adds skin-like hydration for a natural matte finish.

This pressed powder adapts the best-selling Face Tape foundation into a compact form for touch-ups and all-day wear. It combines skin-mimicking pigments and light-reflecting particles to blur pores and fine lines while avoiding a flat appearance. Infused with the MoistureDrench complex—featuring hyaluronic acid and snow mushroom—the formula delivers hydration that keeps skin looking plump rather than dried out, and a lightweight texture helps prevent creasing and caking. Vegan and cruelty-free, the powder comes with an easy-to-use sponge for on-the-go application and is formulated without parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, SLS, or gluten.

How does this powder build coverage without feeling heavy?

The Face Tape Pressed Powder is designed for medium coverage using finely milled pigments that layer naturally over skin. It smooths imperfections while keeping a breathable finish so makeup doesn’t feel mask-like.

• Medium, blendable coverage that evens skin tone
• Skin-mimicking powder particles reduce the look of lines and creases
• Lightweight formula prevents cakey buildup

Will it keep my skin matte without drying it out?

Yes—this powder balances oil control with hydration. MoistureDrench ingredients like hyaluronic acid and snow mushroom supply moisture to preserve a fresh, plumped look while oil-absorbing components control midday shine.

• Absorbs excess oil for a natural matte finish
• Hyaluronic acid and snow mushroom help maintain skin moisture
• Light-reflecting pigments keep the result luminous, not flat

How long does the wear last and is it suitable for active days?

The formula offers longwear performance with waterproof properties tested in a clinical panel. It’s built to stay put through humidity and movement, making it dependable for busy schedules or light activities.

• Clinically shown to provide extended wear up to documented testing periods
• Water-resistant finish that holds through light sweat and humidity
• Dermatologist tested and designed for daily use

What skin concerns and routines does this powder work best with?

Face Tape Pressed Powder is crafted to blur pores, reduce the look of fine lines, and provide shine control without stripping skin. It layers well over liquid or cream base products and works as a solo product when you want lighter coverage.

• Use over foundation to set and extend wear
• Apply alone for medium, natural matte coverage
• Ideal for touch-ups with the included sponge during the day

Who is this for: This powder suits people seeking a mid-level coverage powder that feels lightweight, offers oil control, and still supports skin hydration. It’s a fit for combination to oily skin types who want a matte yet natural finish, anyone needing a travel-friendly compact for touch-ups, and shoppers who prefer vegan, cruelty-free formulas without common additives like parabens or mineral oil.

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).