Works for
MoisturizingSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Glycerin + 15 moreWorks
“Nourish the skin and tackle fine lines with Tatcha The Silk Serum, a skincare serum designed to soften visible signs of ageing and improve texture.”
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:
betaine, 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: caprylic/capric triglyceride, helianthus annuus seed oil.
Anti-agingCamellia sinensis leaf extract, Sericin + 1 moreNot delivered
“Helps visibly smooth fine lines and wrinkles”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.This ingredient - camellia sinensis leaf extract - could be helpful for preventing or repairing signs of aging in theory, but there is no evidence that it actually works.
This ingredient camellia sinensis leaf extract might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin and help it fight off some of the sun damage.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate + 5 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (camellia sinensis leaf extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
0 of 1 community members would buy it again.
It didn't cause any reaction in my skin. It smells ok not too strong but a light scent. It feels like water, very runny. I never wore it under makeup so I don't know but for the record it says you can wear it morning/night. I burn like Dracula at dawn so I wasn't taking any chances.
Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~6.3–7.7%
- 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 filtrateGlycerin~3.8–4.7%
- 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 GlycerinBetaine~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePentylene glycol~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePropanediol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolVaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extractCrithmum maritimum extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~1–1.2%
- 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~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Squalane~0.65–1%
- 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 SqualaneSericin~0.55–0.8%
Morus alba leaf extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed silk~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed silkCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilTetrapeptide-4~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyglyceryl-10 stearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and softens the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-10 stearateDiglucosyl gallic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHydrolyzed conchiolin protein~0.3–0.55%
Caprylyl glycol~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.25–0.5%
Citrus latifolia peel oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilOcimum basilicum oil~0.3–0.5%
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilJuniperus virginiana oil~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilAmyris balsamifera bark oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.25–0.5%
Butylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- 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 glycolSodium citrate~0.25–0.45%
- 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 citrateCitric 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 acidDisodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Potassium hydroxide~0.2–0.4%
Synthetic fluorphlogopite~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A mineral that is used as an optical filter (makes the skin looks nicer through light reflection) and to improve the texture of cosmetic products
More about Synthetic fluorphlogopiteTin oxide~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A colorant that can add a pearl-like appearance to the formulation
More about Tin oxideCitral~0.1–0.2%
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 LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolTitanium dioxide~0.1–0.2%
- 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 dioxideIngredient list view
Water, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Glycerin, Betaine, Pentylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Propanediol, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Crithmum maritimum extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Squalane, Sericin, Morus alba leaf extract, Hydrolyzed silk, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Tetrapeptide-4, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Diglucosyl gallic acid, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydrolyzed conchiolin protein, Caprylyl glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus latifolia peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Ocimum basilicum oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Juniperus virginiana oil, Amyris balsamifera bark oil, 1,2-hexanediol, Butylene glycol, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Potassium hydroxide, Synthetic fluorphlogopite, Tin oxide, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Titanium dioxide
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| TatchaThe Silk SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Tatcha US DEVThe Silk Serum | ALASTIN SkincareC-Radical Defense Antioxidant Serum | INNBEAUTY PROJECTElastic Skin Firming & Plumping Vegan Growth Factor Serum with Copper Peptides | |
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| Match | — | 51% | 43% | 41% |
| Price | ≈ $131.54 | $99.00≈ −$32.54 | $218.00≈ +$86.46 | $52.00≈ −$79.54 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 7 | 6 of 7 | 5 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | — | Bisabolol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Tatcha - The Silk Serum" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (betaine 3.00% - 3.60% and glycerin 3.80% - 4.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Tatcha" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 127.00CA$ in Canada, from 36.00$ up to 98.00$ in the United States and from 98.00£ up to 115.00£ 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Effect of topically applied lipids on surfactant-irritated skinonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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