Tatcha The Indigo Cream Versus Sisley Paris Velvet Nourishing Cream
Updated on December 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Tatcha The Indigo Cream 34 ingredients
Sisley Paris Velvet Nourishing Cream 38 ingredients
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Tatcha The Indigo Cream 34 ingredients
Sisley Paris Velvet Nourishing Cream 38 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientOryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf
Perfuming
Indigofera Tinctoria Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Tinctorium Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Sophora Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ProtectingOryza Sativa Germ Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Inositol
HumectantSericin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Naringeninchalcone
Skin Conditioning
Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder
Abrasive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sorbitan Tristearate
EmulsifyingTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningBeheneth-20
EmulsifyingBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Squalane, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Diisostearyl Malate, Oryza Sativa Bran Wax, Behenyl Alcohol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf, Indigofera Tinctoria Leaf Extract, Polygonum Tinctorium Leaf/Stem Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Sophora Japonica Flower Extract, Oryza Sativa Germ Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Inositol, Sericin, Tetrasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Naringeninchalcone, Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Tristearate, Trihydroxystearin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Beheneth-20, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, CI 77015
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCrocus Sativus Flower Extract
MaskingPolygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Glycerin, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Squalane, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Glucoside, Saccharide Isomerate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Polygonum Fagopyrum Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Padina Pavonica Thallus Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glycine Soja Oil, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Geraniol, Citronellol
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 SqualanePropanediol 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 PropanediolGlycerin 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 GlycerinEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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.
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Tatcha The Indigo Cream 34 ingredients
Sisley Paris Velvet Nourishing Cream 38 ingredients
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Tatcha The Indigo Cream 34 ingredients
I want to like this cream… it is moisturizing but that’s about it. I haven’t been able to use it consistently to see if it has any calming effect because every time I use it, it ends up pilling. Sometimes it pills instantly. Other times when I think it’s absorbed, by the end of the day I rub my face and I see blue pilling on my hand from the lotion that didn’t absorb. Not worth the price. The Show more
Sisley Paris Velvet Nourishing Cream 38 ingredients
My 50 year old skin feels supple, I apply it on top of retinoids and it mitigates the irritation.
