Smooth Operator Micronized Clay Finishing Powder

Tarte Cosmetics

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4.1

142 reviews
73%
would repurchase
3.3/5
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ingredients

Translucent - Silica, Kaolin, Lecithin, Lysophosphatidic Acid, Lysolecithin.

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    4.0
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    deeg031

    11 years ago

    I found two samples of this powder in my makeup collection (freebies from either sephora, qvc, or birchbox I suppose). I have extremely oily skin, like my foundation will pool in the middle of my...

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    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Olive

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    scieszynski22

    11 years ago

    Love this product! It doesn't make me look ashy or powdery. I have some small acne scarring on my cheeks (little holes) that my foundation tends to settle in, and when I apply this product it makes...

    About reviewer (1 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    alina08

    11 years ago

    I like this powder as it is a fine powder that blends in easily to my skin. I layer it over my face powder for extra protection. However, there is a big caveat emptor, which is that the packaging...

    About reviewer (1756 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Straight, Fine

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Ubiq

    11 years ago

    I've been using this for about six months now and I really like it. It works well in a lot of situations for me, which helps me to justify the price. I layer this over sunscreen to reduce the...

    About reviewer (5 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    mandiluk

    11 years ago

    I really like this powder, it mattifies my face and keeps it shine free all day. Goes on light, doesn't feel caky & the best part: did not break me out. I do blot, because I have oily skin, but...

    About reviewer (208 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBlack, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    hanako283

    11 years ago

    I really loved the finish this powder gave to my makeup. It was truly translucent, and so finely milled. My face looked soft afterwards. However, I realized, after a year of usage, that it broke me...

    About reviewer (35 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinAcne-prone, Other, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Other, Other

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    MissBotch

    11 years ago

    Great powder! Keeps my face oil free for hours. I think the cost it's worth the quality. Packaging could have been better though.

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrunette

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    white05mustang

    11 years ago

    I purchased this product after reading all the rave reviews, not only on here but other sites as well. I had previously been using the Bare Escentuals mineral veil for YEARS and just was not happy...

    About reviewer (81 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Curly, Fine

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Shortcourt0

    11 years ago

    I love this powder! I tend to switch back and forth between this and the MUFE HD powder but for a few bucks cheaper I think the Tarte one works just as well. I have a small sample jar that I have...

    About reviewer (33 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    harls321

    11 years ago

    It is a must have for my oily skin. Takes away the shine and smooths out my pores. Gives an airbrush finish. Unfortunately like all of the AC products it causes my skin to break out.

    About reviewer (426 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinAcne-prone, Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    yuklin

    11 years ago

    This product really does do what it says it is going to do, you do not have have to use a lot a little in the lid and take your kubuki brush or any brush and dust over your entire face and boom...

    About reviewer (34 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    afishcalledamy

    11 years ago

    I really love this powder. It fulfills almost everything that it promises. My skin is extremely oily, and prior to switching to Smooth Operator I had to blot constantly. Now, I use smooth operator...

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Fair, Not Sure

    HairRed, Other, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    sweetdase

    11 years ago

    I bought this product based on FrmHeadToToe's rave about this. The powder is white and is very fine with no scent to it. I usually apply it over my foundation, bb cream, or mineral foundation as a...

    About reviewer (191 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBlack, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    rkaybee

    11 years ago

    I got this as a sample so I'm not really aware of the price, BUT aside from that I LOVE this SO much. I put it on my nose and forehead usually (small swipes) and blend it in with a fluffy brish to...

    About reviewer (11 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinOily, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesGreen

    2.0
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    Mollieismehehe

    11 years ago

    I got this in a mini size in the Tarte Carried Away Collectors set. It's a paper white powder that is supposed to come out of these two little holes in the top. It's almost impossible to get out!!...

    About reviewer (191 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    scs2dd

    11 years ago

    EDIT: I have to admit I was still honeymooning when I wrote that review, which I know is bad and I should not do. Turns out semi-closeup/closeup flash photography makes me look like I rubbed a...

    About reviewer (97 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairRed, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    VintagePro

    11 years ago

    I'll never buy another powder. Having just turned 40, I've noticed that all my old powders are making the very tiny lines under my eyes look giant. THIS powder makes them look non-existent! It's...

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBlond, Other, Other

    EyesGreen

    4.0
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    bluemeanie

    11 years ago

    I bought a full-size jar of Smooth Operator Finishing Powder during a tarte promo. Previously, I used BE Mineral Veil (Original or SPF25) for years. I just decided to try something new on a whim....

    About reviewer (102 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

    HairGrey, Curly, Fine

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    frckls

    11 years ago

    I got the sample size of this product on a blogsale, so I can't really complain on the price. But I am aware of how much this thing cost and considering the product, I wouldn't agree much. I am...

    About reviewer (106 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    snowshoe73

    11 years ago

    Great powder, colorless, applies evenly, controls my shine for most of the day, and never looks cakey or dry. The one tiny hole in the container makes it very difficult to get the product out. On...

    About reviewer (333 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

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