Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer

Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer
3.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
5.8 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer:

  • Light moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 3.2 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Lightly moisturizing: Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer has a moisturizing rating of 3.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a low humectancy of 0.6 out of 10 and a moderate occlusivity of 5.8 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%) and Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Centella Asiatica Extract, an ingredient marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Centella Asiatica Extract provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Tarte Poreless Mattifying Primer is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil (est. ≈6.0%), Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil (est. ≈4.0%) and Tocopheryl Acetate (est. ≈3.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
Cyclopentasiloxane
22
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
11
Cyclohexasiloxane
6
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
4
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
3
Tocopheryl Acetate
2
Mica
1.5
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
1
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
0.3
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
0.3
Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract
0.3
Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract
0.3
Punica Granatum Extract
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
0.3
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %
Cyclopentasiloxane
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Dimethicone Crosspolymer
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Cyclohexasiloxane
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Mica
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Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
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Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
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Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
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Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract
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Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract
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Punica Granatum Extract
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Centella Asiatica Extract
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Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
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Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ratings

All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
11.5
6.0
4.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
3.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 11.5 20
5.8
6.0
4.0
1.5
Moisturizing rating
3.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
0.3
0.3
All humectants 0.6 10
0.6
All humectants
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
4
1.5
All occlusives 11.5 20
5.8
All occlusives
11.5
6.0
4.0
1.5
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Centella Asiatica Extract
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
6
4
3
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 17 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
17
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
6
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
4
Tocopheryl Acetate
3
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
1.5
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
1
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
0.3
Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract
0.3
Punica Granatum Extract
0.3
Centella Asiatica Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.9 5 No
All soothing
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %45
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Dimethicone CrosspolymerA group of ingredients that are typically added to skincare products to adjust the formula. Dimethicone Crosspolymers stabilize a formula, regulate its thickness and consistency and give the product a velvety feel.
Cyclohexasiloxane
Est. %11
Function
Origin
CyclohexasiloxaneA clear silicone fluid with very low viscosity that is commonly used as a solvent and emollient. It has excellent spreadability, rubs in quickly, and leaves a silky smooth after-feel on the skin.
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil derived from grape seeds that are leftover after juicing or wine production. It contains linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids, squalene, as well as phytosterols and various antioxidant compounds.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed OilA fatty oil pressed from safflower seeds that is used as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It contains unusually high amounts of linoleic acid (up to 70%), as well as antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, phytosterols, and phenolics.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Mica
Est. %2
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) OilA fatty oil expressed from the fleshy part of an avocado, used in skincare for its excellent emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Avocado oil contains fatty acids, notably oleic acid (up to 80%), squalene, vitamin E, and carotenoids.
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from the fruits of the acai palm. It has a high content of anthocyanins, responsible for the dark purple color, as well as other antioxidant phenolic compounds.
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lycium Barbarum Fruit ExtractAn extract obtained from Goji berries with moisturizing and antioxidant polysaccharides and glycoproteins. It is also rich in other antioxidants such as vitamins B and C, carotenoids, flavonoids, and phytosterols.
Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit ExtractObtained from one of the best sources of vitamin C in the entire plant kingdom - Acerola fruits - this antioxidant extract is packed with vitamin C as well as B vitamins, beta-carotene, and flavonoids.
Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Passiflora Incarnata Fruit ExtractDescription is coming soon
Punica Granatum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Punica Granatum ExtractAn extract made from pomegranate fruit. The fleshy and juicy part of the fruit mainly contains antioxidant red pigments and polyphenols. The rinds contain large amounts of tannins, which are astringent and leave the skin feeling tightened and refreshed.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Centella Asiatica ExtractAn extract from the leaves of the Gotu kola. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. It increases the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin.
Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Echinacea Angustifolia ExtractDescription is coming soon
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Flower ExtractDescription is coming soon
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.