Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
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One of the most talked-about concealers in the last decade, and the reputation is mostly earned. Shape Tape delivers true full coverage with staying power that holds through a full day. The matte finish is ideal for covering dark circles, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation. The gotcha: it is genuinely drying — if your under-eye area is dry or textured, this will emphasize it.
Full coverage under-eye circles, blemish coverage, hyperpigmentation. Best for normal to oily skin types. Excellent for photography and events where coverage needs to last all day.
Apply a small amount with the doe-foot applicator, then blend with a damp beautyblender using a tapping (not wiping) motion. Set with a finely milled translucent setting powder immediately — don't let it dry on its own or it gets difficult to blend. Use the precise tip of the applicator to spot-cover blemishes before blending edges.
Dry or mature skin types: the matte formula will settle into fine lines and texture. Apply eye cream first and wait 5 minutes before concealer. Mix one drop of facial oil into the concealer to make it more workable if you have dry under-eyes. Do not over-apply — a thin layer blended well outperforms a thick layer every time.
