Tatcha The Matcha Foam Pore-Refining & Oil-Balancing Prebiotic Gel Cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Potassium cocoyl glycinate + 3 moreCleanses gently
“The Matcha Foam Pore-Refining & Oil-Balancing Prebiotic Gel Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (lauryl glucoside, potassium cocoate, potassium cocoyl glycinate, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium methyl cocoyl taurate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Alcohol + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone 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 GlycerinSodium cocoamphoacetate~5.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetatePotassium cocoyl glycinate~3–3.7%
Potassium cocoate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Potassium cocoateSodium methyl cocoyl taurate~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as cleansing agent
More about Sodium methyl cocoyl taurateAcrylates copolymer~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulation, help create an even product layer over skin (for example, in sunscreen) and create a thicker product consistency
More about Acrylates copolymerHydroxypropyl starch phosphate~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and used to stabilize product formulations
More about Hydroxypropyl starch phosphateCamellia sinensis seed oil~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help restore the skin barrier. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Camellia sinensis seed oilParfum~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Can contain humectants that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help neutralize free oxidants
More about Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrateCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.55–0.85%
- 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 extractCladosiphon okamuranus extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Inulin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinLauryl glucoside~0.5–0.75%
Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateButylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
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
More about Butylene glycolFructose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about FructoseIllite~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Propanediol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDipotassium glycyrrhizate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A salt derived from licorice. Works as an emollient to soften the upper layer of the skin and can help calm down inflammation. Might be helpful for skin lightening
More about Dipotassium glycyrrhizatePolyquaternium-39~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-39Alcohol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 AlcoholSodium carbonate~0.25–0.45%
Citric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Sodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalyl acetate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.15–0.25%
Citrus limon peel oil~0.1–0.2%
Pinene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 19140~0.1–0.15%
Ci 42090~0.05–0.1%
Ci 17200~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Potassium cocoate, Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, Acrylates copolymer, Hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, Camellia sinensis seed oil, Parfum, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Inulin, Lauryl glucoside, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Butylene glycol, Fructose, Illite, Propanediol, Dipotassium glycyrrhizate, Polyquaternium-39, Alcohol, Sodium carbonate, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Linalyl acetate, Linalool, Citrus limon peel oil, Pinene, Limonene, Ci 19140, Ci 42090, Ci 17200
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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.
| TatchaThe Matcha Foam Pore-Refining & Oil-Balancing Prebiotic Gel CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth ArdenCeramide Skin Renewing Cleanser | Some By Misuper matcha pore cleansing gel | SWANICOCOLotus Cleansing Gel Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $40.00 | $28.08−$11.92 | $11.67−$28.33 | $16.12−$23.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 | 3 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Eop | Lactobionic Acid | Ceramide Np |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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