Tatcha Indigo Soothing Hand Cream - Japanese Hand Cream | Tatcha
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Indigo Soothing Hand Cream .”
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:
algae extract, 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: myristyl myristate, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: petrolatum
Evens skin toneNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: stearyl glycyrrhetinate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, AlcoholMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPetrolatum~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumCyclopentasiloxane~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxanePropanediol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolXylitol~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolBehenyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholDiisostearyl malate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Diisostearyl malateMyristyl myristate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Is not recommended for acne-prone skin as it can be comedogenic
More about Myristyl myristateSqualane~1–1.2%
- 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 SqualaneMicrocrystalline wax~0.75–1.1%
Parfum~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium acrylate/acryloyldimethyltaurate/dimethylacrylamide crosspolymer~0.5–0.75%
Colloidal oatmeal~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to restore skin barrier function, soften the upper layer of the skin and calm down inflammation
More about Colloidal oatmealPolygonum tinctorium leaf/stem extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractOryza sativa germ oil~0.4–0.6%
Inositol~0.3–0.55%
Sericin~0.25–0.5%
Stearyl glycyrrhetinate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fatty acid derived from licorice. Works as an emollient and can help calm down inflammation
More about Stearyl glycyrrhetinateAlgae extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet
More about Algae extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractHydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 myristate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitan tristearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan tristearateCalcium carbonate~0.35–0.65%
Beheneth-20~0.2–0.4%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTin oxide~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCi 77891~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Titanium dioxide~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 77891~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Petrolatum, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Xylitol, Behenyl alcohol, Diisostearyl malate, Myristyl myristate, Squalane, Microcrystalline wax, Parfum, Sodium acrylate/acryloyldimethyltaurate/dimethylacrylamide crosspolymer, Colloidal oatmeal, Polygonum tinctorium leaf/stem extract, Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Oryza sativa germ oil, Inositol, Sericin, Stearyl glycyrrhetinate, Algae extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Hydrogenated lecithin, Sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, Polyglyceryl-10 myristate, Sorbitan tristearate, Calcium carbonate, Beheneth-20, Disodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Tin oxide, Ci 77891, Titanium dioxide, Ci 77891, Mica
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| TatchaIndigo Soothing Hand Cream - Japanese Hand Cream | TatchaYOUR PRODUCT | EpionceRenewal Calming Cream | |
|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 53% |
| Price | $42.00 | $47.00+$5.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Gluconolactone |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Tatcha - Indigo Soothing Hand Cream - Japanese Hand Cream | Tatcha" works well for improving skin hydration To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Tatcha - Indigo Soothing Hand Cream - Japanese Hand Cream | Tatcha ticks this box. Algae extract, glycerin and inositol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Petrolatum, algae extract, myristyl myristate, squalane and cyclopentasiloxane in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains some common irritants, including those without a benefit for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Tatcha" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 70.35A$ in Australia, from 38.00$ up to 69.00$ in the United States and for 78.22£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 4 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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