Tatcha The Indigo Calming Ritual

Tatcha The Indigo Calming Ritual

Efficacy100/100IrritancyMedium

Works for

Moisturizing
Linoleic acid, Ceramide ng + 22 more
Works well
What the product description says
“This research-backed five-sense ritual featuring Indigo Overnight Repair, our calming serum-in-moisturizer treatment, is proven to lower mental stress and increase mental relaxation, bringing you into harmony and encouraging a virtuous cycle of well-being to support healthy-looking skin.”
Source: Tatcha

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: diglycerin, 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: dimethicone, peg-10 dimethicone.

The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: ceramide ng, linoleic acid

Linoleic acidHero· EmollientEffect: HighAn excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores~0.5–0.75%
Ceramide ngHero· EmollientEffect: HighA type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin~0.45–0.65%
Oryza sativa bran oilKey active· EmollientEffect: HighHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties~3.9–4.8%
DimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish~0.5–0.7%
Peg-10 dimethiconeKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighA silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss~0.5–0.7%
Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamateKey active· EmollientEffect: HighA mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time~0.45–0.7%
Cetyl alcoholKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumA non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together~0.45–0.7%
Diisostearyl malateKey active· EmollientEffect: MediumHelps to soften the upper layer of the skin~0.45–0.65%
GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~0.4–0.6%
PhytosterolsKey active· EmollientEffect: HighLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function~0.35–0.6%
SericinKey activeEffect: Medium~0.35–0.6%
Hydrolyzed silkKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.6%
Saccharomyces ferment filtrateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighA product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%
DiglycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%
Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%
Cetyl ethylhexanoate· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture~25–30%
Palmitic acid· EmollientEffect: LowAn emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it~0.45–0.7%
Dextrin· HumectantEffect: LowA sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.4–0.6%
Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethiconeEffect: LowHelp improve the product's texture~0.35–0.6%
Hydrolyzed conchiolin proteinEffect: Low~0.35–0.6%
Butylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowUsed to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin~0.3–0.6%
Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethiconeEffect: LowA type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture~0.3–0.5%
Ophiopogon japonicus root extractEffect: LowPlant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.3–0.6%
TocopherolEffect: Low, below effective dosePure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself~0.3–0.55%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy
2 strong irritants: Parfum, Salvia miltiorrhiza root extract
Medium risk
We flagged 15 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.
IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount
ParfumAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredientsHigh~0.65–0.95%est.
PapainAn enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritatingHigh~0.35–0.6%est.
Salvia miltiorrhiza root extractAn aromatic plant root extract with a mint-like smell. Can be irritating. Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effectHigh~0.3–0.6%est.
Cetyl ethylhexanoateAn emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product textureMedium~25–30%est.
EthylhexylglycerinA preservativeMedium~0.75–1.15%est.
Sodium lauroyl glutamateUsed as a cleansing agent. It creates foamMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Sodium stearoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.85%est.
Sodium cocoyl glutamateHelps oil and water mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.85%est.
Lauryl betaineHelps water and oil mix togetherMedium~0.55–0.8%est.
Sericin—Medium~0.35–0.6%est.
Hydrolyzed silkCan help attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.35–0.6%est.
Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein—Medium~0.35–0.6%est.
Diisostearyl malateHelps to soften the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.45–0.65%est.
Ophiopogon japonicus root extractPlant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lackingMedium~0.3–0.6%est.
PhytosterolsLipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier functionMedium~0.35–0.6%est.
Comedogenic
Clean of flagged comedogenic ingredients
None flagged

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Ingredients

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Cetyl ethylhexanoate~25–30%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture

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Oryza sativa bran oil~3.9–4.8%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant properties

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Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate~3.6–4.4%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Polyglyceryl-2 sesquicaprylate~3.7–4.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Camellia japonica seed oil~3.2–3.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore skin's barrier function. Might have an anti-oxidant effect

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Saccharomyces/camellia sinensis leaf/cladosiphon okamuranus/rice ferment filtrate~2.5–3%
Formula
Water~1.7–2.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Glyceryl behenate/eicosadioate~1.6–1.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Propanediol~1.2–1.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Tocopherol~1–1.3%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-aging

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.75–1.15%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Parfum~0.65–0.95%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High

An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients

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Phenoxyethanol~0.6–0.9%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Microcrystalline cellulose~0.75–1.1%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Exfoliation
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Oryza sativa powder~0.6–0.9%
Formula
Sodium lauryl phosphate~0.55–0.85%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Sodium lauroyl glutamate~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam

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Sodium stearoyl glutamate~0.55–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Sodium cocoyl glutamate~0.55–0.85%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps oil and water mix together

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Lauryl betaine~0.55–0.8%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sodium lauroyl methylaminopropionate~0.5–0.75%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Saccharomyces/camellia sinensis leaf/cladosiphon okamuranus/rice ferment filtrate~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Papain~0.35–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Exfoliation

An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating

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Oryza sativa bran extract~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to thicken the product consistency

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Sericin~0.35–0.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAnti-aging
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Hydrolyzed silk~0.35–0.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein~0.35–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing
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Propanediol~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Dextrin~0.4–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate~0.45–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-oxidation

A mix of amino acids and plant-based lipids. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce water loss over time

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Butylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Water~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Plain old water

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Dimethicone~0.5–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingMattifying

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

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Diglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Saccharomyces/camellia sinensis leaf/cladosiphon okamuranus/rice ferment filtrate~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Glycerin~0.4–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Help improve the product's texture

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Neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

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Diisostearyl malate~0.45–0.65%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin

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Peg-10 dimethicone~0.5–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A silicone that works to soften the upper layer of the skin and reduce its water loss

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Propanediol~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Disteardimonium hectorite~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A type of clay that is used to thicken the product consistency

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Ophiopogon japonicus root extract~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Anti-oxidationMoisturizing

Plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function, but research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking

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Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Ceramide ng~0.45–0.65%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin

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Palmitic acid~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it

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Linoleic acid~0.5–0.75%
Hero · Moisturizing
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizingAnti-blemish

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

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Sodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Polygonum tinctorium leaf/stem extract~0.35–0.65%
Formula
Cetyl alcohol~0.45–0.7%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

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Sucrose stearate~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

Helps water and oil mix together

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Sucrose palmitate~0.45–0.7%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing
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Maltodextrin~0.45–0.65%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Mattifying

Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil

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Sargassum vulgare extract~0.35–0.6%
Formula
Saccharomyces ferment filtrate~0.3–0.6%
Key active
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Moisturizing

A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Hydrolyzed lagenaria siceraria fruit juice~0.3–0.6%
Formula
Salvia miltiorrhiza root extract~0.3–0.6%
Irritant · high
Irritation risk
High
Works for
Anti-oxidation

An aromatic plant root extract with a mint-like smell. Can be irritating. Used as a fragrance. Might have some anti-oxidant effect

More about Salvia miltiorrhiza root extract
Tocopherol~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Anti-oxidationAnti-agingAnti-inflammatoryMoisturizing

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

More about Tocopherol
Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone~0.3–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
CleansingMoisturizing

A type of silicone that helps to soften upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture

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Magnesium sulfate~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Hydrogenated lecithin~0.25–0.5%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Cleansing

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.

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Phytosterols~0.35–0.6%
Key activeIrritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium
Works for
Moisturizing

Lipids that work as an emollient and can be helpful in repairing skin barrier function

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Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Irritant · medium
Irritation risk
Medium

A preservative

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Phenoxyethanol~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

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Mica~0.25–0.45%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light

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Tin oxide~0.3–0.55%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low

A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation

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Titanium dioxide~0.2–0.35%
Formula
Irritation risk
Low
Works for
Sun protection

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

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Ingredient list view

Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Oryza sativa bran oil, Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate, Polyglyceryl-2 sesquicaprylate, Camellia japonica seed oil, Saccharomyces/camellia sinensis leaf/cladosiphon okamuranus/rice ferment filtrate, Water, Glyceryl behenate/eicosadioate, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Microcrystalline cellulose, Oryza sativa powder, Sodium lauryl phosphate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Sodium stearoyl glutamate, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Lauryl betaine, Sodium lauroyl methylaminopropionate, Saccharomyces/camellia sinensis leaf/cladosiphon okamuranus/rice ferment filtrate, Papain, Oryza sativa bran extract, Sericin, Hydrolyzed silk, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Propanediol, Dextrin, Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Water, Dimethicone, Diglycerin, Saccharomyces/camellia sinensis leaf/cladosiphon okamuranus/rice ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Diphenylsiloxy phenyl trimethicone, Neopentyl glycol diethylhexanoate, Butylene glycol, Diisostearyl malate, Peg-10 dimethicone, Propanediol, Disteardimonium hectorite, Ophiopogon japonicus root extract, Indigofera tinctoria leaf extract, Ceramide ng, Palmitic acid, Linoleic acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Polygonum tinctorium leaf/stem extract, Cetyl alcohol, Sucrose stearate, Sucrose palmitate, Maltodextrin, Sargassum vulgare extract, Saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Hydrolyzed lagenaria siceraria fruit juice, Salvia miltiorrhiza root extract, Tocopherol, Lauryl peg-9 polydimethylsiloxyethyl dimethicone, Magnesium sulfate, Hydrogenated lecithin, Phytosterols, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Tin oxide, Titanium dioxide

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Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 19 studies and safety reviews.

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    Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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    Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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