The Internet Is Obsessed With Tarte's CC Undereye Corrector—I Was Skeptical, so I Tried It

As someone who's a true night owl at heart, I constantly have to force myself to get to bed at a reasonable hour every night. If I had no responsibilities, I would most likely spend my nights writing out my creative ideas and planning passion projects until the early hours of the morning.

But for the sake of maintaining some structure, I reluctantly head to bed at a reasonable hour. That doesn't mean I'm not up tossing and turning, though. More often than not, my insomnia gets the best of me, which can leave me looking pretty tired in the morning. The main consequences of not getting enough sleep are dark circles and eye bags.

Usually, I prefer to cover up dark circles with the help of a lightweight, medium-coverage concealer. But after seeing multiple videos on my TikTok about Tarte's CC Full Coverage Undereye Color Corrector I knew I wanted to see if it was worth the hype. Fast-forward, and I manager to get my hands on one to put it to the test. Curious to see the results? Read on for my full, honest review.

About Tarte's CC Full Coverage Undereye Color Corrector

Suitable for all skin types, this creamy formula is full-coverage and leaves skin looking dewy while providing a natural-looking finish. The concealer contains naturally derived light-diffusing particles that brighten your under-eyes and hide discoloration. You can expect hydrated, smooth-looking skin that creates a more energized appearance.

Some key ingredients that make this product so special include rose clay to soothe the skin, yellow clay to even out skin tone, purple clay to brighten, caffeine to reduce puffiness, and licorice extract to brighten skin. A few other additions include squalene, hyaluronic acid, and mica to moisturize skin and soften fine lines and wrinkles.

How I Used Tarte's CC Full Coverage Undereye Color Corrector

This product is very beginner-friendly and easy to apply. To test it, I started by applying my Tatcha Dewy Milk Moisturizer as a base (which I’ve reviewed in detail as well). From there, I filled in my brows using the Benefit Goof Proof Waterproof Easy Shape Fill Eyebrow Pencil before reaching for the Tarte concealer.

Using my concealer brush, I took a small amount of product and lightly dabbed it under my eyes, fully blending the product out to avoid any streaks. After concealing under both eyes, I went ahead applied it over any red areas. For me, this includes the creases around my nose, my chin, and any other smaller blemishes that I could find. For the sake of seeing how this product performed on its own, I decided not to layer anything else on top. I generally don't wear foundation, so this gave me a good sense of how it would look for my everyday makeup look.

The Results

Admittedly, I was slightly unsure about whether or not the product would blend well with my olive skin, as it's generally a bit of a challenge to find shades that work for me. However, I found that the Medium-Tan Peach was a perfect match—it made me look more awake and energized, completely hiding my dark circles. I'm also a ride-or-die dewy-makeup kind of girl, and using this creamy formula really added to that. That said, this could still be a good product to use if you want a more matted finish. You would just have to apply a matte powder on top or use a mattifying setting spray.

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Is the Tarte CC Full Coverage Undereye Color Corrector Worth It?

If you don't mind splurging a little bit, I think this product is definitely worth it. My two main critiques are that it's on the pricey side for a small amount of concealer, and I wish there were more shades available. While this says it's suitable for all skin types, those with oily skin may want to reduce shine, and a cream like this might do the opposite.

This lightweight concealer is easy to build, allowing users to control how much coverage they want. It also holds up throughout the entire day, which is key for any concealer. All in all, I understand the buzz around this product, but like all makeup, it definitely comes down to personal preference and budget.