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I have a new favorite foundation that has a ridiculous backstory.

For years,  I’m serious, readers have asked me if I’ve ever tried the Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Foundation. They said they thought I would like it, and for some reason I never ever tried it out. I tried the powder version, which I liked except for the fact that it’s a loose powder, so it makes sense that I’d like the liquid foundation.

One deterrent, which may seem hard to understand, is there is a huge range in shades. So whenever I’d look online, I had no sense of which shade I would be.

Finally, I was in Ulta and swatched a few shades on my hand and found one I thought would work. I applied it the next day and it was instant love. So I wore it again and again, to really give it a good chance, and it’s now #1 in my category of top foundations.

Ulta is running their 21 Days of Beauty promotion right now and there are CRAZY good deals. A lot of the brands that I really love, like Tarte, Benefit, Philosophy, Urban Decay (and more, who are we kidding) along with drugstore brands are sold at Ulta. It’s so nice to have a one stop shop to pick up what you need.

The day I bought this foundation, I also grabbed the Tarte Happy Girls Shine Brighter palette, which not only looks like a good daily essential but is also conveniently small for traveling, a new brow product, and a setting powder.

One of my favorite ways to demonstrate new products is through a video tutorial, so I filmed on creating this look that you can watch below!


Ulta is running their 21 days of beauty promo right now and trust me, it’s worth checking out! Each day there is a new offering and it’s some of the lowest prices you’ll find on beauty products! You can find a listing of the daily deals here!

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this post was sponsored by Ulta.

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Ashley says · 03.28.17

Does this foundation beat Arbonne?! If so, I need to try it!

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KC says · 03.28.17

I am so glad you tried & like the Tarte liquid foundation!! It has been a favorite of mine for the last 5+ years! I have tried some other foundations, but always come back to this one! I always wondered what your thoughts about it would be 🙂

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Anne says · 03.28.17

This is a great color for your eyebrows!

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Karly says · 03.28.17

I cant believe you had never tried the Tarte foundation. I have been using it for years and LOVE it! I could have sworn it was because of you or your sister mentioning it that I bought it (maybe not). Any who, So glad you like it. I use it with the brush and its amazing. Even after a crazy crossfit workout I still get comments from people about my make up still looking perfect! ha.

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Alyssa says · 03.28.17

I know this foundation is well-loved my many! What is your skin type? I’ve always wondered if this product would work for someone with dry skin. Some full coverage foundations tend to cling to dry spots.

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Caitlin says · 03.28.17

I’ve used this foundation for a couple of years now and love it! And. Same color as you, which further reinforces my belief that we have almost the exact same skin tone. You’re my fave resource for new makeup because duh, you have great taste, but also because I know it will usually work for me too! 🙂

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Caitlin says · 03.28.17

Oops. Ha. Didn’t mean to reply here. But, if it helps, I do have dryness/redness and this is the best full-coverage foundation I’ve found.

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Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says · 03.28.17

The makeup look is great on you! You look radiant and ready for the warm weather!

Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
http://charmainenyw.com

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Elizabeth says · 03.28.17

So fun! Loved this!
Xo, Elizabeth
http://stripesandsolitaires.com/

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Blush & Pearls says · 03.28.17

I’ve been meaning to try out the Tarte Amazonian Clay foundation. It always sounds great! Maybe for summer.

Blush & Pearls by Angela

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Sherry Lomax says · 03.28.17

Which shade of foundation did you get? I use the same shade as you in the Arbonne.

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Doranda Wood says · 03.28.17

It looks like you cut your hair, would love to see a post about your new haircut!

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Sarah says · 03.28.17

Kateeee::::love you blog…always a fan…but the first thing I noticed about your makeup was she’s orange!

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Karly says · 03.28.17

Defiantly not Orange?! Not, maybe its the bronzer….

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Sofia says · 03.28.17

I’ve heard that Tarte has great foundation and concealers! Right now, I’m absolutely in love with their palettes!

xo, Sofia
http://www.thecozie.co

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A Sparkle Of Grace says · 03.28.17

The Happy Girl Palette looks really nice, I haven’t tried a lot of Tarte’s stuff but what I have has been amazing.
A Sparkle Of Grace

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Kristin S says · 03.28.17

I have been devoted to that foundation for many years. Absolutely love it. I keep two shades on hand – for summer and for winter.
This last year in my effort to use beauty products with less harmful chemicals, I have switched over to BeautyCounter. I LOVE their foundation but do often miss the tarte one. For me the tarte one is the perfect coverage and just goes on so well and blends just right. For me.
And the dang 21 days of Beauty? It’s my stock up time when they do it twice a year. It’s so dangerous for my budget but I save money in the long run.

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Jenny says · 03.28.17

I absolutely love your blouse! May I ask where you got it? Thanks!!

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Christina says · 03.28.17

Hi Kate,
Love your blog but I thought you just cut bangs into your hair a few weeks ago? Now it looks like they have already grown out? Did I miss something or is time flying by?
Christina

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Kate says · 03.28.17

I cut bangs in my hair before Thanksgiving last year 🙂

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Angela says · 03.28.17

Is there like a printed list of all the products used and printed directions? I feel a need to go buy all of the stuff listed (except the mascara because I have a brand new one). But I won’t remember how it all went on without watching the video over and over.

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Ashley says · 03.28.17

I love Ulta and Tarte is definitely a favorite brand!

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Tina Rai says · 03.29.17

What a nice makeup video tutorial! I learned a lot. You are looking gorgeous in the photos.
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jodi says · 03.29.17

Someone commented below that you looked orangey. My initial thought was similar in that some areas are darker, like on your forehead. I didn’t know if this was the coverage of the foundation or a bronzer used? Not trying to be mean in any way, just curious about the foundation coverage. Also, I LOVE your eyebrows!!!

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jodi says · 03.29.17

Another question – when did you apply the liquid foundation? Did I miss it?

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ASHLEY says · 03.30.17

What brush did you use to apply the powder?

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ShaJane says · 04.04.17

Thanks for the useful video tutorial. Very helpful

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Blakley says · 04.12.17

I KNEW you would love this foundation! I’ve been wearing it every day for 2 years and I get so many compliments on my skin. I have a very pink undertone to my skin and they actually carry a foundation pink enough for me. I’m so glad you love it!

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