Thursday, May 15, 2014

TATCHA Classic Rice Enzyme Powder

Tatcha Gentle Rice Enzyme Powder is my favorite product in the entire line. It’s a water-activated powder that exfoliates and cleans skin without harsh abrasives. This powder is truly addictive to use and is unlike any other product I’ve used before. Simply pour half a teaspoon in the half of your hands. Add water and it turns to a cream. It lathers up a great deal, and feels like a very gentle milky cleanser once applied to the face. I hesitate to even call this an exfoliator because it truly is not a “grainy” scrub, but rather a gentle creamy cleanser suitable for most sensitive skin types. The entire use process is very fast and simple. Upon washing off you’ll notice your skin balanced and soft without being irritated. 

The powder comes in a jar with a sliding tab on the inner lid. I recommend keeping the lid on tight to avoid moisture getting in. The fragrance-free enzyme powder is an intoxicating blend of rice brand and papaya. I apply a hefty dash to the palm of my hand, add a few drops of water, and it foams up.  I take my time to massage it onto a wet face and remember to avoid the eye area (common sense).  I tend to do little bit of facial massage before rinse off.

All Tatcha products are formulated without parabens, mineral oil, sulfates, synthetic fragrances and urea. While all of this makes me very happy, I am knocking them down a full point only because talc is the first ingredient in all formulations.

In a short amount of time, I’d say I’ve moved from impressed to obsessed with Tatcha’s Classic. Available in skin type specific formulas (gentle for dry/sensitive skin, classic for normal/combination skin and deep for oily skin types), a 2.1oz (60g) jar retails for a mere $65. In my humble opinion, you get every bit of what you pay for so go ahead and treat yourself!

All the products are so gentle and seem to be lovely to my skin. I applaud the brand consistency and the focus on the product experience. After my experience with their ritual, I’m now interested in more of their range including their Hydrating Mist and Hydrating Serum.

Has anyone else used Tatcha? What do you think? I love discussing new lines, so drop a comment!


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