Product Review: Shape Tape™ Star Duo
If you're a makeup enthusiast, you've probably heard of Tarte's Shape Tape™ concealer. It's a cult favorite for its full coverage and long-lasting formula. Now, Tarte has released the Shape Tape™ Star Duo, which includes both the original concealer and a coordinating glittery highlighter. In this review, we'll take a closer look at the Shape Tape™ Star Duo and see if it lives up to the hype.
Packaging and Presentation
The Shape Tape™ Star Duo comes in a sleek, black box with gold lettering. Inside, you'll find the two products nestled in a foam insert. The concealer is in a large tube with a doe-foot applicator, while the highlighter is in a smaller tube with a brush applicator. The packaging is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, making it a great addition to any makeup collection.
Formula and Application
The Shape Tape™ concealer is known for its full coverage and long-lasting formula, and the Star Duo is no exception. It's thick and creamy, but blends out easily with a beauty sponge or brush. It covers dark circles, blemishes, and redness with ease, and stays put all day without creasing or fading.
The highlighter is a new addition to the Shape Tape™ line, and it's a glittery, shimmery dream. It's not for the faint of heart, as it's quite intense, but it adds a beautiful sparkle to the high points of the face. It's easy to apply with the brush applicator, and blends out nicely with a finger or brush.
Shades and Swatches
The Shape Tape™ Star Duo comes in a variety of shades to suit different skin tones. The concealer has 35 shades to choose from, while the highlighter comes in four shades. I tried the shade "Light Sand" in the concealer and "Stunner" in the highlighter. The concealer was a perfect match for my skin tone, and the highlighter added a beautiful golden glow.
Longevity and Wear
As mentioned earlier, the Shape Tape™ concealer is known for its long-lasting formula, and the Star Duo is no exception. It stayed put all day without creasing or fading, even in hot and humid weather. The highlighter also lasted all day, with minimal glitter fallout.
Price and Value
The Shape Tape™ Star Duo is priced at $29, which is a great value considering you're getting two products in one. The concealer alone is priced at $27, so you're essentially getting the highlighter for only $2 more. Plus, a little goes a long way with both products, so they'll last you a while.
Conclusion
Overall, I highly recommend the Shape Tape™ Star Duo. The concealer is a cult favorite for a reason, and the addition of the glittery highlighter is a fun and festive touch. The formula is long-lasting and full coverage, and the packaging is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Plus, the value is unbeatable. If you're in the market for a new concealer and highlighter, give the Shape Tape™ Star Duo a try. You won't be disappointed.
