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Tarte Matte Waterproof Bronzer

What it is:A matte, waterproof mineral-based bronzing powder.What it does:Just like Tarte's bestselling mineral powder bronzer, this lightweight waterproof bronzer delivers just the right amount of a sun-burnished glow and doubles as an easy contouring powder. Infused with natural, skin-softening mineral pigments, this matte bronzer helps improve skin's texture, tone, and clarity all day long while withstanding humidity and moisture.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- PhthalatesWhat else you need to know:This bronzer contains Skinvigorating(TM) ingredients like pure water to deliver and retain moisture, vitamins A and E, which act as antioxidants to fight free radical damage, vitamin C, an antioxidant that fights free radical damage and prevents oxidative stress and premature signs of aging while brightening skin, and mineral pigments that are known for their soothing and softening properties. This product is dermatologist-tested and cruelty-free.
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Review 1 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
DanaJoH
Skin Type:Combination
Age:25-34
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
It was pretty, just not for me.
-05.20.13
Quick Take: matte finish
The color was very pretty but it seemed like it showed all my flaws. Maybe I'm the one person it didn't work for. If you are thinking about buying it you may as well, Sephora has an excellent return policy whether its used or not!
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Review 2 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
ladywayfarer
Location:Boston, MA
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
So far so good...
-05.20.13
Quick Take: natural looking, luminous glow
I recently switched all my makeup over due to skin sensitivities, and this was the second bronzer I tried. I usually have trouble finding a good color because I have such light skin, with very little yellow undertones. Most bronzers make me look dirty, not sun-kissed, but this one is sheer enough that I can layer until I feel I have the right coloring.
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Review 3 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
hichristine
Location:san diego, ca
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Green
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Goes quickly
-05.18.13
Quick Take: natural looking, luminous glow
I use a bronzer every time I wear makeup & this is my fav. I do not buy because it goes quickly--for some reason, it does not last long at all. The color, however, is GORGEOUS.
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Review 4 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
anderson23
Location:Benton, MO
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great bronzed
-05.16.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, feels nice on face, great for décolletage
This is a great color. It last all day and is so natural looking .. I am purchasing my second compact... I don't want to run out of this before my beach vacation. It will be perfect for a quick touch of make up and it's waterproof so I won't be sweating it off so easily .
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Review 5 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
BeautyBug4444
Location:Wayland, MA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:13-17
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great bronzer!!!
-05.11.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, nice packaging
This bronzer is a great color that isn't too muddy or too orange, and it has a nice pigmentation without having to be too careful with it. I also LOVE that it is 1) Matte and waterproof and 2) completely natural made with "skinvigorating" benefits! The packaging is also very sleek, but my bronzer didn't have the alligator print. It just had a gold fabric, but it still looked sophisticated. Just what I would want from Tarte!
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Review 6 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
spunky80
Location:Saint, Charles, MO
Skin Type:Dry
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best matte bronzer for fair skin
-05.11.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
I am loving this bronzer, it's adds just a touch of warmth to my skin and provides a natural contour to my face. I really love it!
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Review 7 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
gymbum2
Location:Ct
Skin Type:Oily
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Blue
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Nice bronzed color
-05.11.13
Quick Take: natural looking
I have a fair to light medium complexion. This bronzer gave me just the right amount of color without looking muddy. I had been using Bobbi brown's bronzer in natural and like Tartes just as much. Plus, the Tarte bronzer is cheaper:-)
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Review 8 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
cyoon
Location:Virginia
Skin Type:Dry
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Brown
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-05.07.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
Perfect bronzer. It works very well with my yellow undertone. I use it not only for contouring, but to give me some color, and it has exceeded my expectations. It also looks very natural, which I really like. Love this product, but not crazy about the texture about the packaging for some reason.
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Review 9 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
prettymama101
Location:Boston,MA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
BEST bronzer ever
-05.03.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow
I've been using this for 2 years and I haven't found anything better. It gives you a natural glow without any of the usual orange shade most bronzers leave you. It's also waterproof AND matte. What more can you ask for?! :)
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Review 10 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
TartinTales
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Green
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
BEST BRONZER EVER!
-05.02.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
I have been using nars laguna, milk chocolate soleil & smashbox suntan matte bronzer until I came across this recently. Its the perfect color for me, its that pinky bronze which is exactly what works for my skin tone. it looks super natural, gives me that baked tan look that I love, plus its matte and waterproof. I use this bronzer in the E3 areas of my face, there after i use a shimmering bronze highlighter (mac superb) to highlight my cheekbones. I prefer to use pink brushes with this like tarte adored or the one that comes in the lorac duo.I really love this bronzer, its not as dark as the smashbox and doesnt give the dirty effect that I feel nars laguna has started to give. definitely going to repurchase.
+1point
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Review 11 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
jenaface
Location:new jersey
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
wonderful
-05.02.13
I love this bronzer. Its very pigmented and matte so I feel as if it is better for a contour bronzer than if you are looking for an all over bronzer.
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Review 12 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
carlyycat
Location:washington, dc
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
gorgeous and natural looking
-04.28.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow
i LOVE THIS, its not quite waterproof, and i find myself reapplying it before i go out at night, but its an amazing color that works with almost any skin tone and i highly recommend.
+1point
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Review 13 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
melinda467
Location:New York, NY
Skin Type:Oily
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Finally found my HG bronzer!
-04.24.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
After years of searching and hundreds of dollars wasted, I've finally found my HG bronzer! I have oily skin, so the matte finish is perfect for my complexion and keeps my face from looking shiny. The shade is also a great complement to my light-to-medium skin tone. Like many of Tarte's other products, this bronzer stays put for at least 8 hours. I couldn't be happier.
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Review 14 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
GraceAnatomy
Location:Toms River,NJ
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Olive
Eye Color:Green
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Workout friendly!!!!
-04.20.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow, sweatproof!
I LOVE THIS BRONZER!!! I am a dance instructor and a massage therapist. I am a total makeup girl through and through! But since both of my careers are very physically demanding, sweating is a big part of my everyday! I can teach 5-6 dance classes in a row and this bronzer will stay put! Perfect for looking fresh and sun kissed even at the gym ladies!!! I wouldn't recommend it for fair skin tones...shade maybe too dark.
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Review 15 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
helz0206
Location:Elmhurst, NY
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
tarte bronzer
-04.17.13
Quick Take: tarte pressed powder
I love this powder, I've tried numerous different brands and I finally met my match, tarte stays on as I applied until I remove it at bedtime:)
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Review 16 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
kylab
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Green
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Perfect
-04.13.13
Quick Take: natural looking
I've tried about 6,000 bronzers and this is the one I keep coming back to. I have very pale skin in the winter and I get fairly tan in the summer, and this still looks natural year-round. Not orange-y at all. Stays all day. Love.
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Review 17 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
roxysoxy7
Location:San Jose, CA
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great bronzer
-04.12.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
I love that this bronzer isn't shimmery. I also like that this shade looks pretty natural on my fair skin - many bronzers tend to look too orange-y
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Review 18 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
ili94
Location:ClintonTwp., MI
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Disappointed.....as usual.
-04.10.13
Tarte - not a fan. But I tried it anyways - it felt like I was putting clay or chalk on my face.
This is the last time I buy Tarte - will not be talked into buying it if my favorite is out of stock. I'd rather wait.
-4points
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Review 19 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
via13
Location:Philadelphia, Pa
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:13-17
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
perfect match
-04.07.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow
it matches my skin tone perfectly well.
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Review 20 for Matte Waterproof Bronzer
ombre
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
love this product
-04.05.13
Great color. Love using a big fluffy brush to apply this bronzer. I love that it has natural ingredients. Makes me feel good that I'm using a product that is not harmful to my skin. I haven't tested out the waterproof part, but so far it has not faded or disappeared throughout the day on my oily skin. This is my first product from Tarte and I am very impressed. Will try other products from them.
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