Works for
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, Camellia sinensis leaf extractWorks well
“What it is: A liquid exfoliating treatment of fruit AHAs, niacinamide, Japanese mugwort, and wild rose that visibly evens skin tone and texture for calm, smooth skin.”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
ExfoliationCitrus aurantifolia juiceNot delivered
“What it is: A liquid exfoliating treatment of fruit AHAs, niacinamide, Japanese mugwort, and wild rose that visibly evens skin tone and texture for calm, smooth skin.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with citrus aurantifolia juice, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, Camellia sinensis leaf extractWorks well
“Gentle chemical exfoliation lifts tired surface cells and debris to decongest pores.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
MoisturizingSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate + 5 moreWorks well
“100% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in skin clarity** 100% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in skin smoothness** 100% of the panelists demonstrated a reduction in the appearance of pores** 97% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in evenness of skin tone** 97% of the panelists demonstrated a reduction in skin surface sebum** 100% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement skin texture** 90% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in visible firmness**”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": sodium hyaluronate, saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate.
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. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, Camellia sinensis leaf extractWorks well
“100% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in skin clarity** 100% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in skin smoothness** 100% of the panelists demonstrated a reduction in the appearance of pores** 97% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in evenness of skin tone** 97% of the panelists demonstrated a reduction in skin surface sebum** 100% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement skin texture** 90% of the panelists demonstrated an improvement in visible firmness**”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate + 3 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?
Irritancy17 strong irritants: Salvia sclarea oil, Foeniculum vulgare oil + 15 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Butylene glycol~5–7.5%
- 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 glycolPentylene glycol~3.7–5.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolNiacinamide~2.6–4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideSaccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate~1.9–2.8%
- 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~1.4–2.2%
- 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~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateLuffa cylindrica fruit/leaf/stem extract~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Salvia sclarea oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Foeniculum vulgare oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus aurantifolia juice~0.35–0.85%
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilRosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilRosa multiflora fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
Citrus aurantium dulcis juice~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Artemisia princeps leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cymbopogon martini oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aromatic plant oil used in cosmetics as a fragrance. A likely irritant
More about Cymbopogon martini oilCitrus limon juice~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Lavandula angustifolia oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilMentha arvensis leaf oil~0.1–0.5%
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.1–0.4%
Crataegus cuneata fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus paradisi fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractBelamcanda chinensis root extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant extract that might be somewhat helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Eriobotrya japonica leaf extractHouttuynia cordata extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.4%
Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-20~0.1–0.5%
Peg-30 glyceryl isostearate~0.1–0.45%
Peg-50 glyceryl isostearate~0.15–0.6%
Propanediol~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium citrate~0.1–0.4%
- 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 citratePentasodium pentetate~0.1–0.4%
Citric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGeraniol~0.05–0.2%
Limonene~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.25%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Alcohol~0.01–0.1%
- 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~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Niacinamide, Saccharomyces/rice ferment filtrate, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Cladosiphon okamuranus extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Luffa cylindrica fruit/leaf/stem extract, Salvia sclarea oil, Foeniculum vulgare oil, Citrus aurantifolia juice, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Rosa multiflora fruit extract, Citrus aurantium dulcis juice, Artemisia princeps leaf extract, Cymbopogon martini oil, Citrus limon juice, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Cananga odorata flower oil, Crataegus cuneata fruit extract, Ziziphus jujuba fruit extract, Citrus paradisi fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Belamcanda chinensis root extract, Eriobotrya japonica leaf extract, Houttuynia cordata extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Ppg-6-decyltetradeceth-20, Peg-30 glyceryl isostearate, Peg-50 glyceryl isostearate, Propanediol, Sodium citrate, Pentasodium pentetate, Citric acid, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol
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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 Texture TonicYOUR PRODUCT | Tatcha US DEVThe Texture Tonic | PYUNKANG YULBlack Tea Deep Infusion Toner | Pacifica BeautyMatcha Tea Energizing Barrier Essence | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 98% | 97% |
| Price | $64.00 | $64.00 | $21.99−$42.01 | $14.00−$50.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | — | Madecassoside | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Tatcha - The Texture Tonic" is effective for: Moisturizing, Evens skin tone, Anti-aging and Anti-blemish
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (2.60% - 4.00%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 1.10% - 1.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Tatcha" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 77.00CA$ in Canada, from 53.00£ up to 61.00£ in the United Kingdom and from 69.00$ up to 100.50$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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