Is Foundcealer a foundation or a concealer?

It is a foundation with medium, buildable coverage, positioned as a hybrid of skincare and concealer-level coverage. It is not a spot concealer.

Does it really protect against the sun?

It carries broad-spectrum SPF 20. That is fine for incidental daily exposure, but it is not a substitute for a dedicated sunscreen for long time outdoors.

Is it good for oily skin?

The finish is dewy, so very oily skin may look shiny by midday. Setting powder or a mattifying primer helps.

Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes. Tarte markets it as its first vegan skincare foundation, and the brand is cruelty-free.

How does it compare with Tarte's other foundations?

It sits lighter than the brand's full-coverage options and adds SPF and skincare ingredients. Choose it for a natural finish rather than maximum coverage.