Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
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Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
Makeup · Concealer · Luxury
We put Tarte Shape Tape Concealer through our full ingredient analysis.
Chapter I · The Score
The numbers don't lie.
After analyzing 14 ingredients across four dimensions, our algorithm returned a verdict that surprised us.
0/100
Overall
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0/100
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0/100
Chapter II · The Ingredients
Inside the formula.
We scored every ingredient individually. Some impressed us. Others raised serious questions.
Cyclopentasiloxane
A volatile silicone that provides smoothness but pollutes the environment due to its poor biodegradability.
40/100
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Serves as a mattifying agent and texture provider, but is critically viewed as a non-biodegradable liquid microplastic.
45/100
PEG-10 Dimethicone
A silicone-based emulsifier that can make the skin barrier more permeable to foreign substances.
50/100
Tbhq
A synthetic antioxidant suspected of causing skin irritation and potentially being harmful to health.
25/100
Amyl Cinnamal
A highly allergenic fragrance that can trigger skin reactions in sensitive individuals.
30/100
Benzyl Salicylate
A declarable fragrance with high allergenic potential, which is also discussed as potentially hormonally active.
30/100
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A high-quality plant butter that intensely nourishes, protects the skin and preserves moisture.
95/100
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Licorice root extract has skin-soothing, anti-inflammatory effects and helps brighten undereye circles.
90/100
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
A silicone elastomer that visually fills pores but can seal the skin and is ecologically problematic.
45/100
Disodium EDTA
A stabilizer that binds heavy metals but is hardly biodegradable in the environment and can introduce pollutants into the skin.
40/100
Parfum/Fragrance
An unspecific mixture of fragrances that carries a high risk for skin irritations and contact allergies.
30/100
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)
A mineral pigment that provides high coverage and is considered safe in topical form.
80/100
Hexyl Cinnamal
A widely used fragrance classified as moderately to highly allergenic.
35/100
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
A nourishing plant butter that improves skin elasticity and provides a smooth skin feeling.
95/100
Full ingredient list
Water/Aqua/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, 2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Convallaria Majalis Bulb/Root Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Geraniol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Limonene, Linalool, Magnolia Liliflora Flower Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Parfum/Fragrance, Phenoxyethanol, Tbhq, Tocopherol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethyl Citrate, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Convallaria Majalis Bulb/Root Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Parfum/Fragrance
Chapter III · The Deep Dive
Our expert's complete verdict.
The Tarte Shape Tape Concealer is a globally renowned, high-coverage concealer, primarily valued for its matte finish and extreme longevity. The formulation is based on a blend of silicones, pigments, and various nourishing plant extracts.
🟡 Overall Rating: Moderately concerning
The product offers excellent performance due to a high silicone content, but it is not ideal for sensitive skin or ecologically-minded consumers due to numerous potential allergens (fragrances) and environmentally critical ingredients (silicones, polymers). The use of TBHQ and the amount of declarable fragrances are particularly critical.
Individual assessment of key ingredients
| Ingredient | Rating | Function & Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 🟢 | Solvent and base of the product. |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | 🟡 | Volatile silicone for smoothness; environmentally harmful (poorly biodegradable). |
| Cyclohexasiloxane | 🟡 | Silicone to improve spreadability; potentially bioaccumulative. |
| Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer | 🟡 | Texturizer and mattifying agent; considered liquid microplastic. |
| Butylene Glycol | 🟢 | Solvent with moisture-binding properties. |
| PEG-10 Dimethicone | 🟡 | Silicone-based emulsifier; can make skin more permeable to harmful substances. |
| Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter | 🟢 | Rich plant butter for skin care and lipid replenishment. |
| Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract | 🟢 | Licorice root extract; has skin-soothing and brightening effects on dark circles. |
| Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer | 🟡 | Silicone elastomer for a soft-focus effect; poorly biodegradable. |
| Tbhq | 🔴 / 🟡 | Strong antioxidant; suspected of being skin irritating and potentially harmful to health. |
| Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891) | 🟢 | Mineral white pigment for high coverage. |
| Limonene / Linalool | 🟡 / 🔴 | Declarable fragrances; high allergy potential for sensitive skin. |
| Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter | 🟢 | Nourishing butter that keeps the skin supple. |
| Disodium EDTA | 🟡 | Chelating agent; stabilizes the product, but is ecologically problematic. |
Environmental Compatibility
The formulation contains a significant amount of synthetic substances that can harm the environment.
- ◈Biodegradability: Very poor, as silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane) and synthetic polymers degrade very slowly.
- ◈Microplastics: Contains various crosspolymers (e.g., Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer) which are classified as poorly biodegradable synthetic polymers ("liquid microplastic").
- ◈Silicones/Mineral Oils: High silicone content (Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone); no mineral oils included.
- ◈Palm Oil Issue: Derivatives are included (e.g., Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone), for whose production palm oil can serve as a raw material source.
Conclusion and Recommendation
Conclusion: The Tarte Shape Tape Concealer is a powerful makeup product with a complex INCI list. While the included plant extracts (licorice, shea, mango) are commendable, synthetic film formers and fragrances dominate the profile.
Recommendation:
- ◈Who is it suitable for? For users with normal to oily skin who need maximum coverage and do not have sensitive eye areas.
- ◈Special Notes: Due to the many allergenic fragrances (Benzyl Salicylate, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal etc.), allergy sufferers should perform a patch test beforehand.
- ◈Purchase Recommendation: Conditional. Those who value "Clean Beauty" or high environmental compatibility should opt for alternatives. However, for professional makeup results, it remains a standard product.
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High Concern — Flagged Ingredients
Tbhq
A synthetic antioxidant suspected of causing skin irritation and potentially being harmful to health.
Amyl Cinnamal
A highly allergenic fragrance that can trigger skin reactions in sensitive individuals.
Benzyl Salicylate
A declarable fragrance with high allergenic potential, which is also discussed as potentially hormonally active.
Parfum/Fragrance
An unspecific mixture of fragrances that carries a high risk for skin irritations and contact allergies.
Chapter IV · The Verdict
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Use With Caution
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer earns a 50/100 from our algorithm. A moderate score — some effective ingredients alongside notable concerns.
50Overall
40Skin Compatibility
20Environmental
30Naturalness