Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment Versus Indeed Labs Microbiome Essence
Updated on July 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe essences. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
Indeed Labs Microbiome Essence 26 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
Indeed Labs Microbiome Essence 26 ingredients
Benefits
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
HumectantSaccharomyces Lysate
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Extract Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningValine
MaskingThreonine
Glutamic Acid
HumectantGlycine
Buffering
Glucose
HumectantTamarindus Indica Seed Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPhaseolus Angularis Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningBacillus/Cordyceps Sinensis/Ganoderma Lucidum/Inonotus Obliquus/Lentinus Edodes/Phellinus Linteus/Schizophyllum Commune/Tricholoma Matsutake Extract Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningLecithin
EmollientSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Disodium Succinate
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Saccharide Isomerate, Saccharomyces Lysate, Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Extract Ferment Filtrate, Valine, Threonine, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Glucose, Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum, Phaseolus Angularis Seed Extract, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus, Bacillus/Cordyceps Sinensis/Ganoderma Lucidum/Inonotus Obliquus/Lentinus Edodes/Phellinus Linteus/Schizophyllum Commune/Tricholoma Matsutake Extract Ferment Filtrate, Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Disodium Succinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
Indeed Labs Microbiome Essence 26 ingredients
Reviews
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Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
Honestly I don't know what it is that makes it so good. Is it the mixture of fermented rice, green tea and algae? Maybe. Is it because these ingredients are allowed to ferment twice? Maybe. Or is it my belief that applying such an expensive product consistently over a long period of time simply MUST do something super special to my skin? Again, maybe. I've been using it for almost a year and Show more
Nice essence with unique ferments & slight viscosity. I prefer SK-II for tone & especially dullness, but also use Tatcha because it’s more hydrating & helps texture. I’ve tried just using SK-II alone, but needed the Tatcha for hydration & texture.
Those first starting tret, be advised. This stung at first. But I’ve been tolerating it well for a while.
I also wish Tatcha would sell refills in Show more
Indeed Labs Microbiome Essence 26 ingredients
Silky essence
This may seem like a minor thing but I really like that Indeed Labs includes a tiny flap/stopper to cover the dispensing hole in this essence, keeping air out of the product as well as added protection from spills/seeping. The liquid has a luxurious feel to it, very thin yet silky, and it's fragrance free! I prefer pouring a few drops in the palm of my hand and applying directly to Show more
