Amazonian clay radiant baked setting powder

Tarte Amazonian clay radiant baked setting powder is the setting step for people who don't want their makeup to look switched off. Tarte describes it as golden hour in a powder — a baked, luminous formula that locks liquids and creams down while leaving a lit finish rather than a flat one.

What it actually does

• Sets liquid and cream makeup. Dust it over foundation, concealer or cream blush to keep everything where you put it.
• Adds glow without glitter. The brand describes a light-reflecting powder that gives radiance with no glitter or shimmer in the formula — so it reads as skin, not sparkle.
• Softens the look of unevenness. Tarte says the light-reflecting finish neutralises the appearance of discolouration, dullness and darkness on the skin.
• Amazonian clay for wear time. The clay is included, per the brand, for better, truer and longer wear.
• Hyaluronic acid in a powder. Tarte adds hyaluronic acid here for intense moisture, aimed at skin that normally finds powder drying or flaky-looking.
• Brand testing notes. Listed as vegan and dermatologist tested.

How to use

1. All over, to set. Dust it across the whole face once your base is down.
2. Or just the high points, to glow. Place it on cheekbones, brow bones and the bridge of the nose for extra radiance.
3. Build gradually. Tap excess off the brush first — a baked powder picks up a lot of product at once.

Is it right for you?

Questions