Tarte amazonian clay gem powder foundation
Tarte tarte amazonian clay gem powder foundation lists 22 ingredients on its label, 21 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Mica
- Alumina
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Tourmaline
- Ruby Powder
- Kaolin
- Sea Salt/Maris Sal/Sel Marin
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Smithsonite Extract
- Tocopherol
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Glycerin
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Titanium Dioxide
- Bismuth Oxychloride
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- Ci 77492
- Ci 77499)
- Yellow 5 Lake
- Ultramarines
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains silicones
Formulation view Mineral powder foundation with mica, alumina, and TiO2 for coverage; clay absorbs oil. Tea polyphenols and Vitamin E offer antioxidants; silane enhances dispersion. Lightweight and oil-controlling for oily skin. Factory note: Inorganic interface treatment is vital; low-level silanes improve adhesion, requiring mineral purity screening.
Key ingredients
- ANTICAKING
- Mica
- ABRASIVE
- AluminaKaolin
- FRAGRANCE
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
- Tourmaline
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Ruby Powder
- 矿物来源保湿剂
- Sea Salt/Maris Sal/Sel Marin
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Other ingredients
Smithsonite ExtractTocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilaneCaprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerinGlycerinWater/Aqua/EauTitanium DioxideBismuth OxychlorideIron Oxides (Ci 77491Ci 77492Ci 77499)Yellow 5 LakeUltramarines
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irritancy | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 | Green |
| Alumina | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, OPACIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Tourmaline | VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 | Green |
| Ruby Powder | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Kaolin | ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING · 限制 IV/119 | 0 | Green |
| Sea Salt/Maris Sal/Sel Marin | 矿物来源保湿剂,皮肤调理剂 | 1 | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 | Green |
| Smithsonite Extract | ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 | Green |
| Triethoxycaprylylsilane | BINDING | 0 | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 | Green |
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 | Green |
| Titanium Dioxide | UV FILTER · 附录 VI · 最高浓度 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation) · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not | 0 | Yellow |
| Bismuth Oxychloride | 着色剂 | 2 | Green |
| Iron Oxides (Ci 77491 | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ci 77492 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/136 | 0 | Green |
| Ci 77499) | COLORANT · 限制 IV/137 | — | Green |
| Yellow 5 Lake | 着色剂 | — | Green |
| Ultramarines | HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/120 | 0 | Green |
Comedogenic ratings need a published source. This batch is not yet sourced, so it is not shown.
Ingredients explained
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Alumina
- Alumina, inorganic abrasive/thickener; nano-grade requires inhalation risk assessment.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin
- Tourmaline
- Tourmaline mineral powder for viscosity control or tactile modification. Inert and non-irritating; manage dust inhalation risks during manufacturing.
- Ruby Powder
- Inorganic mineral pigment for red tone; physical coverage, check heavy metal purity.
- Kaolin
- Kaolin absorbent and bulk for powders/masks; check for heavy metals and comply with EU colorant limits IV/119
- Sea Salt/Maris Sal/Sel Marin
- Mineral source NaCl with trace elements; humectant at high levels, may cause dryness.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Smithsonite Extract
- Smithsonite mineral extract as inorganic zinc source for antioxidant and conditioning; use at trace levels, verify heavy-metal compliance.
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light
- Triethoxycaprylylsilane
- Silane coupling agent at 0.1-0.5%; enhances inorganic filler adhesion, trace use, low toxicity, avoid direct contact with aqueous systems.
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.
- Titanium Dioxide
- Physical UV filter and colorant up to 25%; nano form requires attention
- Bismuth Oxychloride
- White pigment at 5–20%; for makeup coverage, may cause sensitivity in some
- Iron Oxides (Ci 77491
- Not decoded yet
- Ci 77492
- Iron oxide red; stable inorganic pigment, non-toxic; ensure dispersion to prevent sedimentation.
- Ci 77499)
- Inorganic colorant manganese dioxide used in cosmetics; restricted use component subject to regulatory limits.
- Yellow 5 Lake
- Yellow 5 lake for color; stability affected by pH and metal ions
- Ultramarines
- Inorganic colorant for blue/purple shades; contains trace selenates, requires compliance with heavy metal limits.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-17. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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