Tarte Cosmetics is a brand I’d never heard of till fairly recently, in the past few years. I’d tried a few of their items and I must say that I do like their shadows very much. I don’t talk about them (I don’t know why!) but the quality is good, and their palettes always grab my attention. The texture is very soft however, and I am always on tenterhooks whenever I have them shipped to me, because I’m afraid of breakage (happened to me once). You read it right folks! As of now, I have no idea where to get Tarte Cosmetics outside of the USA and especially not in Malaysia.
But I wanted to share this with you anyway, because the world is much smaller now and I know that there are ways and means of purchasing items that may not be available in local stores 😉 I also want to talk about one of my favourite brands – I get tired of the same old same old, as I’m sure you are too 😉
I have accumulated a few of these Tarte Amazonian Clay Long Wearing Blushes by now, but this particular one in Natural Beauty is a favourite. The colour of the case reflects the colour of the blush and as you might expect, its a pretty bright red! It does however, live up to its name of Natural Beauty so although it is very bright, it is very easy to wear.
The Tarte Amazonian Clay blushes are formulated with Amazonian Clay for longer lasting power on all skin, even oily skinned types. It not only absorb oil so it stays put for oily skin, but also hydrates dry skin so it doesn’t apply patchily. Tarte promises that this blush wears longer than normal powder blushes.
And they’re right!
That pattern on the surface of the blush is a reflection of the Amazon river and the rainforest. The colour of the blush is, as you can see, reflective of the colour of the case. All the blushes are the same so it is very easy to identify in your drawer. Some days, when I’m in a rush, I actually find myself reaching for these blushes more than others, simply because I can easily identify the colour from the case.
The colour is a watermelon red with slightly cool tones. It, at first glance, looks like a hard colour to wear, and if you use a dense brush, or a heavy hand, it will be. However, if you use a brush that is slightly looser and softer (I use my Lunasol Cheek Brush or Cle de Peau cheek brush) the colour will diffuse better on skin. I’ve never had problems with application and I attribute it to the brush as much as I do to the product.
The product swatches easily. Here it is in just 1 swipe. Very scarily red as you will see. It is matte but does not look flat. I find it easy for my brush to pick up colour. I just tap it on the surface and then apply to cheeks, and blend. I’ve never had a problem but it may also be because I am quite used to dealing with strong coloured blushes 🙂
In terms of longevity, I find that it does last longer than most blushes. If you wear a primer, it will look fresh for pretty much all day. The primary reason I love Natural Beauty, is because it gives me a very lovely pop of colour on cheeks, that makes me think “Just came in from the cold”.
I really like this one and if you dare take the gamble, I’d say that this is a colour that will suit most, from the fair to the tanned. You can layer it on for more colour, or use a light hand for just a pretty flush of colour on cheeks. I can’t rave enough about it 😀
In a nutshell
The Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Natural Beauty is to me, just that. Although a deep watermelon red in pan, it applies on my skin a very pretty fresh flush that looks natural and can be layered for intensity, or used with a light hand for a light flush. I believe the colour will quite easily suit most skin tones. As for the longevity it claims, I have experienced good wear time with this blush. I really do think this lives up to its hype!
Pros: Colour coordinated case makes it easy to identify the colour, Easy to apply and to pick up colour with a brush, Easy to blend on skin, Colour can be built up for intensity or worn with just a light hand, Lasts longer on skin than other powder blushes
Cons: Unavailable in local stores at time of writing
Who will like this: Anyone who likes a bright coloured blush, Anyone who wants a powder blush that will last on skin
I have a couple more of these blushes (Tipsy – coral and Amused – bright pink), which I’ll try to review if anyone’s interested. I am quite a fan of Tarte; everything I’ve tried from them so far have worked well for me, so it would be nice if it was easier to source online so I didn’t have to bug my friend every time I hanker after an item 🙂 If anyone knows of an online store that will ship Tarte products internationally, please do share!
Have you tried any of the Tarte Amazonian Clay blushes? Any colour I should try? Or have you tried anything from Tarte Cosmetics that you think I should to?
I’ve only tried the blushes and a couple of eyeshadow palettes thus far. Haven’t really talked about the palettes (some are discontinued) but if anyone’s interested please let me know and I’ll try to oblige 🙂
Paris B
Tarte Amazonian Clay blushes come in a matte and shimmer formula Price: US$25 Availability: Tartecosmetics.com and Sephora.com (Unavailable in Malaysian stores at time of writing)
Ahh Paris, this one looks so scary in pan but absolutely gorgeous on you!
It’s really sad but Tarte blushes don’t last so long on me, so I own three but haven’t used them an awful lot recently. They also didn’t seem to do well when I was in Taipei, which was kinda surprising. Everyone’s skin is different eh 🙂
Oh Sunny, I remember you saying that the Tarte didn’t work for you on your holiday in Taiwan! That’s so odd seeing as to how its so hot here and it seems to last but as you said, different skin types! 😉 Still, you have to admit the colours are pretty! 😉
Oh dear! I’ve been looking for these for the longest time! Didn’t see them in HK 🙁
I haven’t seen them in HK either. I usually get mine from a friend in the USA. You can try looking on ebay – I’ve seen some pop up for sale, but sometimes they sell for over retail so be careful! 😉
Tarte is one of my favorite brands! They always come out with great holiday sets, unfortunately available in the US (and maybe Canada?) only, I believe. http://www.sephora.com/fantastic-foursome-4-piece-amazonian-clay-12-hour-blush-enthusiast-set-60-value-P376019 This blush set is definitely on my holiday wishlist! I’ve had great success with their LipSurgence sets and shadow sticks sets. If you have a hookup in the US, definitely get some of the holiday sets, they are a great value!
Yes! I saw that set and am terribly keen on it but the availability really sucks! I tried the LipSurgence lip crayon thing but wasn’t terribly keen on it. I may have to wait for the Sephora F&F shouldn’t I? 😉
Please do a review of Tipsy and Amused. I have Blissful and planning to get Exposed when I’m in US his month. The shades looks gorgeous in the pans. Thanks to you, Paris, I’m collecting quite a number of blushes
Haha I’m a terrible influence 😛 I will try to blog about Tipsy and Amused soon. Do see if you can pick up the Holiday set while you’re in the US – it looks quite worth it!
Hey Paris,
I currently own exposed, blissful and dollface. My favorite is still Exposed, it’s very wearable colour for my skin tone. Tarte is still not available in Spore, I have to order it online from Sephora Amazon and beauty.com. I hv written in to Sephora Singapore to bring this brand here but their reply was they are working hard in negotiating to bring this brand in. Cross my finger, hopefully Santa bring this here soon.
Hi Kate 🙂 You have picked 3 very popular shades, going by the feedback from all the readers! 😀 I do wish we’d see Tarte come to our shores soon – its got good stuff 🙂 p/s I tried to see if I could order off Sephora at Amazon but they don’t ship here 🙁
Tarte blushes are seriously one of the best blushes ever. I’m a blush fiend so I had to try this much raved product. Sephora just released this 4-piece set that makes it $9 per product which includes a highlighting shade, a coral, a pink, and a brown/bronzer shade. Great value and excellent quality…!!
Haha I love meeting other blush fiends, it makes me feel normal! 😀 I saw the Tarte 4 blush set and its amazingly good value! Still thinking if I should get it or wait till the Sephora F&F comes around 😉
so so pretty and flushed PB!!
Thank you Summer! 😀
Hi Paris,
How does this compare to Benefit Bella Bamba?
The color and texture i mean.
I wanted to upload a picture for you but forgot to take it! I’ll try to do it soon 🙂 The colour is different from Bella Bamba. This is more red, Bella Bamba has more pink tones. In terms of texture, I think BB is more shimmery and softer while the Tarte is matte and a little harder.
1 vote for review of da coral blush!! looks really flatterin on ya (:
Thank you Audrey! I’ll try to get it up soon!
Paris, what else are you wearing here? This look is lovely!
Thank you Alison! The problem is I can’t recall because it was taken a while ago, sorry! 🙁
Oh please do a review and swatch on their blushes and eyeshadows, or everything that u own from the brand lol! I have heard so much about this brand on youtube, but nothing beats hearing from someone from similar/same climate 😉 and after wards, I would find justification to splurge(or not) a little hehe!
LOL Ok, Sharon, I’ll work on it 😀 I think its a good brand based on what I’ve tried, even if the colours may be a bit boring. But still, its decent and it’d be nice to see it appear on our shores some time in the future. Oh and some people like it because its paraben free and animal friendly too!
Please bring in the other swatches of the Tarte blushes!! Hope that they’ll come to Singapore/Malaysia soon!
Definitely interested to read about the review of Amused! Please!
Will work on it Wynnce! Thanks!