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Anti-blemishZinc pca, Salix alba bark extract + 1 moreNot delivered
“Clarifying Spot Solution”
This product contains ingredients (zinc pca) that could help reduce blemishes and clogged pores in theory, but there is not enough evidence that they actually work.
MoisturizingSide benefit · Glycerin, Cetearyl alcohol + 11 moreWorks
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
copper pca, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: squalane, hippophae rhamnoides oil.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Salvia officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract, Santalum spicatum seed oil + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Hordeum vulgare leaf juice~23–34%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium aluminum silicate~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and, when combined with zinc carbonate and malonic acid, reducing fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating elastin production. Also helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Magnesium aluminum silicateSalvia officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract~5.2–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Propanediol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolWater~2.8–4.2%
Glyceryl stearate~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateSantalum spicatum seed oil~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Salix alba bark extract~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. It contains a compound salicin that can theoretically be converted into salicylic acid that, in turn, helps reduce inflammation in skin, but the evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking and the extract is usually not used in a concentration that would enable an exfoliating effect
More about Salix alba bark extractLactic acid~1.2–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidGlycerin~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPyrus malus seed oil~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can contain essential oil that can be irritating. Can help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Pyrus malus seed oilSambucus nigra fruit extract~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that may contain a small amount of essential oils. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Sambucus nigra fruit extractCetearyl alcohol~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholSqualane~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneAroma~0.4–0.95%
Hippophae rhamnoides oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.
More about Hippophae rhamnoides oilLeuconostoc ferment filtrate~0.4–0.9%
Lactobacillus ferment~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A fermentation product created by bacteria Lactobacillus. The fermented product has anti-bacterial properties and might be helpful in calming down inflammation, but studies are lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can be used as a preservative
More about Lactobacillus fermentBrassica oleracea italica extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might have some anti-inflammatory properties but research is lacking
More about Brassica oleracea italica extractTasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Bioflavonoids~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zinc pca~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaCopper pca~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Copper pcaPhytic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), but is mostly used to stabilize product formulations in cosmetics
More about Phytic acidTremella fuciformis extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A mushroom extract that might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Tremella fuciformis extractOlea europaea fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilLentinus edodes extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Medicago sativa extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Medicago sativa extractSpiraea ulmaria extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calendula officinalis flower extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractArnica montana extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Borago officinalis leaf extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceP-anisic acid~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve products. Can mask unpleasant smell. Could be irritating
More about P-anisic acidSodium phytate~0.2–0.8%
Sodium citrate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCetyl alcohol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCetearyl glucoside~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture
More about Cetearyl glucosideAcacia senegal gum~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumXanthan gum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitral~0.1–0.5%
Citronellol~0.1–0.45%
Eugenol~0.15–0.5%
Geraniol~0.1–0.45%
Linalool~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Hordeum vulgare leaf juice, Magnesium aluminum silicate, Salvia officinalis flower/leaf/stem extract, Propanediol, Water, Glyceryl stearate, Santalum spicatum seed oil, Salix alba bark extract, Lactic acid, Glycerin, Pyrus malus seed oil, Sambucus nigra fruit extract, Cetearyl alcohol, Squalane, Aroma, Hippophae rhamnoides oil, Leuconostoc ferment filtrate, Lactobacillus ferment, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Tasmannia lanceolata fruit/leaf extract, Gaultheria procumbens leaf extract, Bioflavonoids, Zinc pca, Copper pca, Phytic acid, Tremella fuciformis extract, Olea europaea fruit oil, Lentinus edodes extract, Medicago sativa extract, Spiraea ulmaria extract, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Arnica montana extract, Borago officinalis leaf extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, P-anisic acid, Sodium phytate, Sodium citrate, Cetyl alcohol, Cetearyl glucoside, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Benzyl alcohol, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Tata HarperClarifying Spot SolutionYOUR PRODUCT | NeutrogenaVisibly Clear Spot Proofing Purifying Toner | Tru AlchemySpot Check | CiracleAnti-Blemish Spot Emulsion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 25% |
| Price | — | $7.35 | $35.00 | $11.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 1 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Tata Harper - Clarifying Spot Solution" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- This product contains acids (lactic acid 1.20% - 1.70%). Their concentration is low, and they will not have a strong exfoliating effect. Instead, they work to support the skin natural acid mantle and to attract water (as humectants). Lactic acid is particularly good in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin and improving the skin barrier.
- Humectants (zinc pca 0.20% - 0.70%, lactobacillus ferment 0.35% - 0.85%, glycerin 1.00% - 1.50% and copper pca 0.20% - 0.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Tata Harper" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 39.95CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 25 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Efficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extractonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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- 5Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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