SET 01
Lower concern, but Tarte makes no public PFAS commitment.
This talc-free pressed powder contains mineral pigments without established PFAS risk. Tarte offers no public PFAS policy or independent verification.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Pressed powder (talc-free, mineral pigments)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Fragrance allergens or undisclosed sensitizers
Product may contain fragrance; Tarte does not disclose allergen-inducing scent components. Individuals with fragrance sensitivity should patch-test or request full ingredient list before full-body use.
Bacterial or fungal growth in pressed cake
Powder formulations can accumulate moisture and bacteria in humid bathroom environments if improperly stored or if skin is moist during application. Risk is use-dependent, not formulation-dependent.
What’s reassuring
Safe base material
Made from ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber with no PFAS risk.
Talc contamination (asbestos risk)
Product explicitly formulated talc-free; asbestos risk does not apply to mineral-pigment base.
Heavy metals
Iron oxides, mica, and titanium dioxide are standard cosmetic-grade minerals with no established lead, cadmium, or chromium risk at typical use levels; no recalls or test failures on record for Tarte deodorants.
Source: FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Powder deodorants have minimal water content and do not require strong antimicrobial systems; Tarte's ingredient list does not typically include formaldehyde donors, though full formulation not public.
Source: ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Tarte SET 01 is a pressed powder deodorant formulated without talc, using mineral pigments instead. The talc-free claim eliminates the primary asbestos-contamination risk associated with talc-based powders. Mineral pigments (typically iron oxides, mica, titanium dioxide) are inert, insoluble compounds with low skin-penetration risk when applied topically to underarm skin. Pressed powder formulation means no volatilization or inhalation hazard from airborne particles during normal use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Tarte is known for transparency on harmful ingredient exclusions (phthalates, parabens, mineral oil) but makes no public PFAS commitment or third-party certification claim for this product. The brand has not faced recalled deodorants for heavy-metal or formaldehyde contamination. No independent testing results for SET 01 specifically are publicly available; safety assessment relies on material-class standards and ingredient declarations.
How it compares in its category
Talc-free mineral-powder deodorants are a low-toxicity segment within cosmetics. SET 01 sits favorably vs. aerosol or aluminum-based antiperspirants (which carry dermal-absorption concerns) but offers no antimicrobial claim, so efficacy depends on mineral odor-control only. Compared to activated-charcoal or clay deodorants, mineral pigment formulas carry lower risk of skin irritation or heavy-metal leaching.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry underarm skin; powder deodorants require reapplication within 8-12 hours in humid conditions. Do not inhale directly during application. Replace if the pressed cake develops visible mold or odor changes (sign of bacterial growth in humid bathrooms). Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent pigment degradation.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Tarte has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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