tarte Base Tape Hydrating Primer — Full-Size Lightweight Serum Primer, Coconut-Scented, 12H Hydration & Pore-Smoothing

tarte base tape hydrating primer is a lightweight, serum-textured face primer that cushions skin with moisture, smooths surface texture, and helps foundation last longer while leaving a subtle coconut scent.

This hydrating primer combines a featherlight feel with skin-conditioning botanicals to create a soft, even base before makeup. Formulated to hydrate for up to 12 hours, it smooths the look of fine lines and pores so foundation applies more evenly and resists settling. Free from parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, SLS and gluten, the formula is cruelty-free and vegan-friendly.

How will this primer change my foundation application?

Applied before foundation, the serum-like texture helps makeup glide on and blend more seamlessly. It creates a slightly plumped, even surface so pigments distribute uniformly and foundations appear smoother.

• Reduces the appearance of pores and fine lines for a more uniform canvas
• Prevents foundation from tugging or clinging to dry patches
• Extends makeup wear by reducing early fading and caking

What skin benefits come from the ingredients inside?

The formula blends nourishing oils and antioxidant botanicals to hydrate and soothe without heaviness. Key actives support skin softness and help maintain moisture balance throughout the day.

• Coconut derivative helps soften and smooth skin texture
• Jojoba oil calms and conditions for a supple feel
• Centella asiatica provides amino-acid-rich support and antioxidant protection
• Vitamin E acts as an emollient and antioxidant to help protect skin’s surface

Will it feel heavy or make me break out?

This primer has a lightweight, serum-like consistency designed to absorb quickly rather than sit heavily on the skin. It’s formulated without many common irritants and oils known to clog pores, making it suitable for most skin types, including those prone to sensitivity.

• Featherlight finish that layers well under liquids and creams
• Free of parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, SLS and gluten
• Vegan and cruelty-free formulation to minimize irritants

How does the scent and wear-time affect daily use?

The primer carries a gentle coconut fragrance that adds a pleasant sensory note without overpowering. With up to 12 hours of hydration and smoothing, it supports long wear looks and comfortable all-day wear beneath foundation.

• Light coconut scent for a fresh application experience
• Hydration claimed for up to 12 hours to maintain a dewy base
• Helps prevent makeup from settling into lines and pores during wear

Who is this for: tarte base tape hydrating primer is ideal for anyone who wants a moisturizing, lightweight base to improve foundation wear and surface texture—especially those with normal, dry, or combination skin looking to reduce the look of fine lines and pores while enjoying a subtle coconut scent. It’s also a good pick for shoppers seeking vegan and cruelty-free makeup-prep options without common harsh additives.

Ingredients

Please refer to product packaging for the most up to date list of ingredients and country of origin. Water/Aqua/Eau, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil, ethylhexyl stearate, hydrogenated poly(C6-14 olefin), methyl gluceth-20, propanediol, polyglyceryl-6 stearate, cyclopentasiloxane, diisostearyl malate, glyceryl stearate, pentylene glycol, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil, cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, centella asiatica extract, houttuynia cordata extract, salvia hispanica seed extract, vegetable oil/olus/huile végétale, 1,2-hexanediol, betaine, sodium stearoyl glutamate, polyglyceryl-6 behenate, xanthan gum, ethylhexylglycerin, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, tromethamine, polyacrylate crosspolymer-6, fragrance/parfum, benzyl benzoate, disodium EDTA, butylene glycol, sucrose, t-butyl alcohol, fructooligosaccharides, saccharide hydrolysate, pullulan, phenoxyethanol, tocopherol.