tarte Sculpt Tape Contour Cream Bronzer Stick — Soft Bronze, Cushion Applicator & Shea Butter

tarte sculpt tape contour is a lightweight cream bronzer stick with a cushion applicator that delivers blendable, buildable sculpting and a natural sun-kissed finish.

This compact cream contour by tarte offers targeted definition in a travel-friendly format. The cushion tip helps place product precisely where you want it, while a creamy formula enriched with shea butter and botanical actives melts into skin for a softened, sculpted effect. It’s formulated without parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate, or gluten, and is vegan and cruelty-free.

How do I apply this to get a natural contoured look?

Use the cushion tip to dot product along hollows of cheeks, the sides of the forehead, under the jawline, and alongside the nose. Blend immediately with a brush, sponge, or fingertip to diffuse edges and build intensity slowly for the most natural result.

• Dot along hollows where light naturally recedes for subtle depth
• Blend outward in short strokes to avoid harsh lines
• Layer lightly to increase definition without cakiness

What makes this formula different from other cream contours?

The formula combines lightweight emollients with skin-conditioning botanicals so the product glides and blends without feeling heavy. Shea butter provides conditioning and a creamy texture, while mineral pigments and diamond powder soften and help blur imperfections for a refined finish.

• Shea butter for moisturized, non-drying coverage
• Licorice root and porcelain flower to brighten and even tone
• Diamond powder and mineral pigments to subtly diffuse texture

Can I use the cushion tip for precise areas like the nose and jawline?

Yes — the cushion applicator is shaped for accuracy, letting you deposit product exactly where you want it. It’s ideal for smaller contour zones such as the sides of the nose or the area beneath the lower lip; blend quickly to maintain a seamless finish.

• Cushion tip reduces product waste and mess
• Precision dotting for narrow or small facial areas
• Twist-and-lock design keeps the formula secure between uses

How does it perform with different skin types and under makeup?

The lightweight, blendable cream layer works well over moisturized skin and is compatible with both liquid and powder foundations. Because it’s emollient-rich, it helps maintain a smooth look on normal to dry skin; on oilier skin types, set lightly with powder where you need longer wear.

• Works under or over foundation for flexible application
• Buildable coverage to suit varying skin textures and tones
• Set with translucent powder for extended longevity on oily areas

Who is this for: This product suits anyone who wants an easy-to-use cream contour with a precision applicator — from makeup beginners seeking a forgiving formula to pros who need quick touch-ups. It’s particularly useful for dry to normal skin types that benefit from hydrating ingredients, and for shoppers who prefer vegan, cruelty-free cosmetics formulated without common irritants.

Ingredients

Please refer to product packaging for the most up to date list of ingredients and country of origin. Water/Aqua/Eau, cyclopentasiloxane, isododecane, mica, cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 dimethicone, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/sebacate, triethylhexanoin, glycerin, phenylisopropyl dimethicone, silica, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, phenoxyethanol, hoya lacunosa flower extract, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, shea butter ethyl esters, glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) root extract, diamond powder, disteardimonium hectorite, sodium chloride, alcohol, triethoxycaprylylsilane, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, o-cymen-5-ol, caprylic/capric triglyceride, tropolone, polymethylsilsesquioxane, alumina, magnesium oxide, citric acid. (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).