Biossance Squalane + Hyaluronic Toning Mist Versus Tatcha The Silk Serum
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Biossance Squalane + Hyaluronic Toning Mist 32 ingredients
Tatcha The Silk Serum 46 ingredients
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Biossance Squalane + Hyaluronic Toning Mist 32 ingredients
Tatcha The Silk Serum 46 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningEnteromorpha Compressa Extract
Skin ProtectingLysine
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Potassium Chloride
Zinc Chloride
SoothingPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPolyglyceryl-4 Cocoate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingLimonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate, Squalane, Glycerin, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Lysine, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Chloride, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-4 Cocoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Hexylene Glycol, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropanediol
SolventVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentCrithmum Maritimum Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Sericin
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Silk
HumectantCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Tetrapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Latifolia Peel Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Masking
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, 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, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualaneGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLavandula Angustifolia Oil is more commonly known as lavender essential oil.
Lavender imparts a famous scent. While the smell is lovely, this ingredient and may sensitize skin in topical products. This is because it contains linalool, a known allergen.
However, lavender essential oil has shown to have anti-inflammatory activity due to its prostanoid and histamine content. Its leaves also exhibit antibacterial properties.
More research is needed to confirm lavender essential oil's effects when used in aromatherapy.
Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia OilCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolIngredient Ratings
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Biossance Squalane + Hyaluronic Toning Mist 32 ingredients
Tatcha The Silk Serum 46 ingredients
