F

Is Tarte PFAS-free?

Across 52 graded products, Tarte averages F (63/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 36 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Tarte C or better, safest first

tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump Shimmer Glass

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump Shimmer Glass

Glass container with cosmetic liquid formula (oils, silicones, pigments)

B
B
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS1 flag

Lower concern, glass lip plump is a straightforward cosmetic with no known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Travel-size Tartelette

Tarte

Travel-size Tartelette

Powdered eyeshadow palette with talc or mica base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, powder cosmetics rarely need Teflon-family coating, but Tarte makes no public PFAS disclosure.

Risky category by default

Tarte The Ultimate Juicy Duo Lip & Sip Set

Tarte

The Ultimate Juicy Duo Lip & Sip Set

Lip liquid color & sip cup (plastic cup material unspecified by brand)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-risk cosmetic product; cup material opacity is the main gap.

Risky category by default

tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Balm

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Lip Balm

Wax, oils, and emollients (typical lip balm base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; typical lip balm formula without waterproofing or specialty coatings.

Risky category by default

tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump

liquid lip plumper with natural oils and botanical extracts

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for typical lip plumper, but Tarte has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.

Risky category by default

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Gloss with Charm

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Lip Gloss with Charm

Hydrogenated polyisobutene, waxes, pigments, oils (typical lip gloss base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic with no known PFAS-risk ingredients, but brand has not publicly addressed PFAS.

Risky category by default

tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Shift

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Lip Shift

Water-based formula, wax, natural oils

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; typical lip product with no known PFAS-risk ingredients, but brand offers no explicit disclosure.

Risky category by default

tarte maracuja juicy lip cheek shift

Tarte

maracuja juicy lip cheek shift

emollient oils, pigments, waxes

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical lip/cheek product; no waterproofing chemistry typical in this category.

Risky category by default

Tarte Shape Tape Creamy Concealer

Tarte

Shape Tape Creamy Concealer

Emulsion base with pigments, silicones, and standard cosmetic thickeners

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern likely, but Tarte has made no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Concealer

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Concealer

liquid concealer with standard cosmetic emollients and pigments

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no red flags, but no transparency either.

Risky category by default

tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush

Tarte

Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush

Powder pigments, talc-free clay base, binders (acrylates/silicones typical in cosmetics)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard powder blush, but Tarte discloses nothing; check ingredient list for any listed fluorinated compounds.

Risky category by default

tarte Macaron Blush & Glow Duo

Tarte

Macaron Blush & Glow Duo

Powder pigments, binders, mica (mineral color cosmetic)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a powder blush; cosmetic powders rarely require water repellency treatments that drive PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Tarte Vacay Flush Cheek Wardrobe

Tarte

Vacay Flush Cheek Wardrobe

talc, mica, iron oxides, waxes (typical blush/powder formulation)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern; typical pressed powder with no known PFAS triggers, but Tarte does not publicly disclose PFAS ingredients.

Risky category by default

Tarte tarte Amazonian Clay Blush & Glow Duo

Tarte

tarte Amazonian Clay Blush & Glow Duo

Powder blush & glow (pigments, binders, natural clay base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, pressed powder cosmetic with no typical PFAS driver, but brand has not disclosed ingredient transparency.

Risky category by default

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Blush

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Blush

pigments, waxes, oils, talc (typical blush base)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for a conventional powder blush; no red flags known.

Risky category by default

Tarte Amazonian Clay Travel-Size Blush

Tarte

Amazonian Clay Travel-Size Blush

Talc/clay powder base, standard cosmetic pigments and binders

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; pressed powder blush typically avoids fluorinated coatings, but no public testing or brand disclosure available.

Risky category by default

Tarte Stay Golden Amazonian Clay Cheek Set

Tarte

Stay Golden Amazonian Clay Cheek Set

Pressed mineral pigments, talc, mica, iron oxides

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, standard pressed powder blush with no known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Tarte BB Blur Tinted Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Moisturizer

Tarte

BB Blur Tinted Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Moisturizer

Water-based moisturizer with titanium dioxide (SPF actives); typical cosmetic emulsion

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid moisturizer; cosmetics rarely flagged, but no public testing confirms absence.

Risky category by default

Tarte Amazonian Clay BB Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20

Tarte

Amazonian Clay BB Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20

mineral pigments, clay, emollients, water-based formula

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no red flags, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

tarte BB Blur Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen

Tarte

BB Blur Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen

Water-based tinted moisturizer with mineral/chemical UV filters

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; no red flags in formula, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

BB blur tinted moisturizer SPF 30

Tarte

BB blur tinted moisturizer SPF 30

Water-based emulsion, glycerin, pigments, SPF filters

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, cosmetics rarely contain PFAS intentionally, but Tarte offers no public disclosure to confirm.

Risky category by default

Tarte Maracuja Tinted Moisturizer

Tarte

Maracuja Tinted Moisturizer

water-based liquid formula with pigments and plant extracts

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a cosmetic moisturizer; no reason to expect intentional PFAS use, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Tarte CC Color-Correcting Tinted Serum

Tarte

CC Color-Correcting Tinted Serum

Water-based tinted serum with pigments and silicones

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical serum formulation without known PFAS triggers, but brand offers no disclosure.

Risky category by default

Tarte Glowlight Skin Filter

Tarte

Glowlight Skin Filter

talc, mica, pigments, binders (standard pressed powder formula)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard pressed powder formula, but Tarte makes no public commitment to avoiding PFAS in cosmetics.

Risky category by default

Tarte Amazonian Clay Cloudberry Tinted Serum with Brush

Tarte

Amazonian Clay Cloudberry Tinted Serum with Brush

Water-based serum (liquid cosmetic); brush handle material unspecified

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the serum itself; brush composition unclear, likely safe but unconfirmed.

Risky category by default

Tarte Creaseless SPF 30 Mineral Powder Sunscreen

Tarte

Creaseless SPF 30 Mineral Powder Sunscreen

mineral powder (iron oxides, titanium dioxide, mica)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; mineral powder sunscreen has no typical PFAS trigger, but Tarte makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Tarte Tarteguard 30 Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Tarte

Tarteguard 30 Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Lotion base: water, glycerin, mineral oils, emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern than apparel/cookware; no public PFAS warnings for this product line.

Risky category by default

Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder SPF 30

Tarte

Set & Protect Mineral Sunscreen Powder SPF 30

mineral powder (titanium dioxide, zinc oxide)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; mineral powder sunscreen is an inherently lower-risk format, but Tarte discloses nothing about PFAS.

Risky category by default

Agent Nateur Holi Deodorant

Tarte

Agent Nateur Holi Deodorant

Natural mineral pigments, plant-derived powders, waxes

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, clean formula, but brand silence on PFAS leaves modest uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Outpost Sunrise Richardson Rope Cap

Tarte

Outpost Sunrise Richardson Rope Cap

cotton/canvas blend cap

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard cotton cap with no known PFAS triggers, but Tarte discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Agent Nateur Holi (Stick) Tarte Tropezienne Deodorant 2.5 oz

Tarte

Agent Nateur Holi (Stick) Tarte Tropezienne Deodorant 2.5 oz

wax, oil, and mineral-based stick deodorant (typical formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS sourcing or testing.

Risky category by default

Tarte Travel Size Clean Queen Vegan Deodorant

Tarte

Travel Size Clean Queen Vegan Deodorant

Vegan deodorant (plant-based waxes, powders, oils)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, deodorant format and vegan ingredients reduce typical PFAS pathways, but Tarte has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing.

Risky category by default

Tarte Clean Queen Vegan Deodorant 0.88 Oz, 25g, Sealed Travel Size

Tarte

Clean Queen Vegan Deodorant 0.88 Oz, 25g, Sealed Travel Size

Vegan powder/talc-free base with proprietary blend (stick deodorant)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern; solid vegan deodorant with no PFAS-associated features, but brand makes no explicit PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

SET 01

Tarte

SET 01

Pressed powder (talc-free, mineral pigments)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic; no known PFAS triggers, but Tarte makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Zero Trace Natural Deodorant

Tarte

Zero Trace Natural Deodorant

talc, mica, plant-based powders, natural waxes

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for dry-powder deodorant formulation, but brand silence on PFAS limits full confidence.

Risky category by default

Tarte Deodorant - New Beauty

Tarte

Deodorant - New Beauty

powder, fragrance, mineral pigments

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern deodorant; no known PFAS risk, but Tarte makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Tarte Travel-Size Maneater Mascara

Tarte

Travel-Size Maneater Mascara

liquid mascara formula in polymeric tube/brush applicator

D
D · Elevated

Skip until clarification; mascara waterproofing often uses PFAS, but Tarte provides no ingredient or PFAS disclosure.

Risky category by default

tarte Creaseless Creamy Concealer

Tarte

Creaseless Creamy Concealer

Silicone, glycerin, wax, pigments (standard liquid/cream concealer base)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern than treated textiles/nonstick products, but no transparency; insufficient data to rate highly.

Risky category by default

Tarte Skin Treat Poreless Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

Tarte

Skin Treat Poreless Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20

liquid/cream tinted moisturizer with SPF 20 (likely silicone, glycerin, pigment blend)

D
D · Elevated

Moderate concern due to lack of transparency; no known PFAS risks specific to formula, but cosmetics sector rarely discloses.

Risky category by default

Tarte Lights Camera Splashes Waterproof Mascara

Tarte

Lights Camera Splashes Waterproof Mascara

proprietary waterproof film/coating formula (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tarte discloses waterproofing chemistry or pursues third-party verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tartelette Tubing Mascara

Tarte

lette Tubing Mascara

polymer tube, waterproof film-forming cosmetic coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tarte discloses waterproof mascara formulation details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Tartelette XL Tubing Mascara

Tarte

Tartelette XL Tubing Mascara

Polymer tube; waterproof liquid formula

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof mascara carries PFAS risk; Tarte discloses nothing, request testing or opt for non-waterproof.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Maneater Waterproof Mascara

Tarte

Maneater Waterproof Mascara

Waterproof liquid mascara formula (polymer-based, unspecified coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tarte discloses waterproofing chemistry; waterproof cosmetics often use PFAS-based silicone polymers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes 4-in-1 Mascara

Tarte

Lights, Camera, Lashes 4-in-1 Mascara

Pigments, waxes, film-formers (unspecified); waterproof polymeric formula

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof mascara carries moderate concern; Tarte discloses nothing about PFAS mitigation.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Maneater Voluptuous Mascara

Tarte

Maneater Voluptuous Mascara

Wax, film-forming polymers, waterproofing agent (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand clarifies waterproofing chemistry; PFAS risk in waterproof mascara formulations is real but unconfirmed here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TArte Maracuja Juicy Lip Vinyl

Tarte

Maracuja Juicy Lip Vinyl

Vinyl polymer (waterproof lip gloss base)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip due to waterproof cosmetic formulation and no disclosure, insufficient transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer

Tarte

Shape Tape Concealer

silicone-based polymers, mineral pigments, water-resistant cosmetic base

F
F · High PFAS

No PFAS confirmation, but waterproof cosmetics warrant caution; Tarte discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte SEA Power Flex Concealer

Tarte

SEA Power Flex Concealer

Silicone and polymer blend with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof cosmetics carry PFAS risk; Tarte discloses nothing, request confirmation before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Creaseless Concealer

Tarte

Creaseless Concealer

Silicone polymer base with waterproofing

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tarte discloses waterproofing treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Shape Tape Radiant Concealer

Tarte

Shape Tape Radiant Concealer

Silicone, humectants, film-forming polymers (waterproofing agent unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tarte discloses waterproofing chemistry or commits to PFAS-free certification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tarte Travel-Size Shape Tape Concealer

Tarte

Travel-Size Shape Tape Concealer

Waterproof liquid/cream concealer base (likely silicone, polymers, water-resistant film formers)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until clarification, waterproof cosmetics often contain PFAS; Tarte's silence is concerning.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TARTE - TARTEGUARD 30 - MOISTURIZING SUNSCREEN LOTION - SPF 30 - 0.4 OZ

Tarte

TARTEGUARD 30 - MOISTURIZING SUNSCREEN LOTION - SPF 30 - 0.4 OZ

Oil-in-water emulsion base with water-resistant polymer (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tarte discloses water-resistant chemistry or obtains third-party testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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