15 Nov Makeup Review, Swatches: Tarte Holiday 2013 – Thoughtful Treasures Best-Sellers Set, Stop & Stare SmolderEYES Liner & Lash, Clutch The Spirit Lipgloss Clutch, Off the Cuff Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush Palette & Bracelet, Tarte Of Giving Collectors
As you know, Tarte was super-generous with their 2013 Holiday Collection. So, this article rounds up the last 5 sets I received. And if I wasn’t already a lover of the brand — after seeing the performances of these products — I sure would be one now!
AMAZING long-wear blushes, mascaras, eyeliners, lippy’s and facial oil at affordable price points for some holiday cheer!
Thoughtful Treasures Best Sellers Set ($19.00) is a must-have! Tarte has taken their best-selling products and turned them into charming deluxe sizes, taking the guesswork out of giving. Maracuja Oil, Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Thankful and LipSurgence (TM) Skintuitive Lip Tint deliver a radiant and well-rested appearance.
What I loved about the LipSurgence (TM) Skintuitive Lip Tint (in Energy) was that it looked clear at first, yet, when applied, infused with my skin’s natural pH and delivered a customized shade of pink. Each person’s pH is different, making it a truly personalized product.
Next was the Stop & Stare SmolderEYES (TM) Liner & Lash Set ($39.00), which features their Amazonian clay-infused collection of SmolderEYES (TM) and Skinny SmolderEYES (TM) Waterproof Liners in limited-edition and best-selling shades.
There are 5 liners in total: best-selling Onyx, NEW Azurite Green and NEW Purple Garnet. The SmolderEYES (TM) come in NEW colors: Taupe and Rose Gold. The set also includes a deluxe Lights, Camera, Flashes (TM) Statement Mascara that features a custom-engineered, dual-molded brush, which is said to deliver a 752% increase in lash volume.
BeautyStat has reviewed this item before, and it has become one of my favorite mascaras to date. Available now at Sephora, Sephora.com, Sephora inside JC Penney, Ulta, Ulta.com and tarte.com.
A set you can find exclusively at Ulta and Ulta.com ONLY: Clutch The Spirit 8-Piece Lipgloss Set and Clutch ($32.00). Eight deluxe Maracuja Lipglosses and a hot-off-the-runway Chic Clutch comes in this holiday set.
The 8 colors included are: Spirit (light pink), Dash (hot pink), Laugh (nude), Play (watermelon), Vixen (peach), Dance (cherry red), Sing ( shimmering red) and Star (deep berry red).
All shades are NEW and drench lips in pure moisture with mega-watt shine; they are all infused with pure maracuja oil to provide your pout with a healthy dose of nourishment that also delivers hydration for a fuller, more plumped-up appearance!
More from Tarte! Off the Cuff Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush Palette & Bracelet ($42.00), exclusively sold at Sephora and Sephora.com, offers you two gifts in one!
This is Tarte‘s first-ever blush palette and it comes with a range of 5 universally flattering shades to match any mood or outfit. Infused with skin-balancing Amazonian clay, these nutrient-rich blushes leave a flawless finish that lasts all day (and night) long.
The luxe, shimmering palette is wrapped with an eye-catching holiday accessory — an eco-chic bow bracelet! Ideal for any occasion, really. Just detach and wear!
The five shades included in this palette are Dazzled (soft rose), Dollface (light pink), Park Avenue Princess (TM) (bronzer) and 2 new limited-edition shades: Darling (nude melon) and Crave (pink peach). I have been wearing Amused for years, yet can easy wear any of these shades on a daily basis. I think this makes for a great holiday gift, as it combines beauty and fashion!
Boy, do you get a deal (with a retail value of $490.00!) with this wonderfully useful The Tarte of Giving Collector’s Set & Travel Bag (exclusively at Sephora and Sephora.com) for just $ 59.00!
It is overflowing with beauty essentials to create countless looks — the sky’s the limit to the possibilities. You can choose to go subtle or opt for dramatically over-the-top bold eyes and lips. It’s all in your hands, literally!
Hidden inside this travel bag is a removable palette with 20 well-coordinated, full-sized, Amazonian Clay Eye Shadows in new, exclusive shades. Each is named after a special gift one of the Tarte team members has received over the years (I used Steph’s Pearls, Jess’ Storybook, Erica’s Dollhouse and Meredith’s Hula Hoop — all from the bottom left quad).
Nicole’s holiday look is complete!
Also tucked inside are 5 travel must-haves in deluxe sizes, so you can always have them by your side: Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in a NEW shade (Flush), Maracuja Oil to replenish the skin, Maracuja C Brighter (TM) Eye Treatment to refresh and renew tired eyes and Lights, Camera, Lashes (TM) 4-in-1 Mascara for a bombshell boost! That’s not all! You also get 8 Mini Maracuja Glosses that span the color wheel to ensure all skintones are covered.
All beautifully packaged, so it is wrapped and ready to gift! EXCLUSIVELY at Sephora and Sephora.com, this collection has been one of my favorites. It covers so many beauty areas making it a top gift for Holiday 2013!
Are you beauties drooling over these holiday sets from Tarte? Which are your favorites?
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– Nicole Gordon Levine
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betty
Posted at 11:59h, 16 NovemberLove the travel bag w/collectors set. Holiday travel is stressful enough. This set provides a wonderful array that easily packs. I also love the Clutch the Spirit set. Can’t have too many lip gloss choices.
Maribel
Posted at 00:18h, 17 NovemberDrooling more like it, I’ve just discovered Tarte and so far I’m in love. This is a great way to try some of their well known products at a great deal! I love the whole look Nicole it’s very classy, great review!! Thanks
Lisa A.
Posted at 02:27h, 18 NovemberLove it ! The travel bag is a must and so is the gold nail polish ! The lip gloss set rules with all those fabulous colors. Add it to the list !
Gaynell Holmes
Posted at 03:02h, 18 NovemberAll such pretty colors! Yet to try Amazonian Clay!! Would love to. I love the whole holiday look of all of the colors! The travel bags are fully nice in case of travel so as to conveniently take your fine makeup set with you. The lip tint is defineatly different in as much as it being so personalized! EVERYTHING you need for the holidays at home or travel either one. Thanks for the chance!!
sally deeser
Posted at 03:13h, 18 NovemberNicole, you look absolutely beautiful! I am loving the Collectors Set and Travel Bag! There is much to ooo and aahh over, I do not know where to begin! I want it all, and this set has it!