Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment Versus La Prairie Skin Caviar Essence-in-Lotion
Updated on February 12, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe essences. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
La Prairie Skin Caviar Essence-in-Lotion 40 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
La Prairie Skin Caviar Essence-in-Lotion 40 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Caviar Water
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycoproteins
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentCaviar Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ergothioneine
Antioxidant
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Caviar Water, Water, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Glycoproteins, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Caviar Extract, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Yeast Extract, Ergothioneine, Saccharide Isomerate, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Amodimethicone, Sodium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Salicylate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Xanthan Gum, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Carbomer, Parfum, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Eugenol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
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 PropanediolIngredient Ratings
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Tatcha The Essence Skincare Boosting Treatment 6 ingredients
La Prairie Skin Caviar Essence-in-Lotion 40 ingredients
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