Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask

Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask
9.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
8.1 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Does Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 9.0 out of 10.

Perfect moisturizer for dry to very skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask is intensely moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 9.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather occlusive. It has a very high humectancy of 8.1 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Sucrose Hexaisostearate (est. ≈6.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Triisostearin (est. ≈45.0%) and Squalane (est. ≈11.0%).

This type of moisturizer is ideal for people with dry to very dry skin who want intense hydration. It combines a high concentration of humectants with an exceptional level of occlusive ingredients to provide effective dual-action moisturizing specifically for very dry skin.

The occlusive profile of Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for very dry skin.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
45
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Triisostearin
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
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Squalane
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Sucrose Hexaisostearate
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Dextrin Palmitate
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Aluminum Distearate
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Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
Function:
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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
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Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Extract
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Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Water
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Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
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Rosa Canina Fruit/Flower Extract
Function:
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Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
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Allantoin
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Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
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Tocopherol
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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
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Tribehenin
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Sorbitan Isostearate
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
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Pyridoxine HCl
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Water
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Propanediol
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Butylene Glycol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Fragrance
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Phenoxyethanol
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Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
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Lauroyl Lysine
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Aluminum Hydroxide
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Silica
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Ratings

All humectants
8.1
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
58.1
45.0
11.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
9.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 8.1 10
8.1
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 58.1 20
10.0
45.0
11.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
9.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 8.1 10
8.1
All humectants
8.1
6
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
45
11
1.5
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 58.1 20
10.0
All occlusives
58.1
45.0
11.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
0.3
Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Triisostearin
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Triisostearin
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateAn emollient mixture of glycerin molecules and isostearic fatty acid.
Squalane
Est. %11
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Sucrose Hexaisostearate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sucrose Hexaisostearate
Dextrin Palmitate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Dextrin Palmitate
Aluminum Distearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Aluminum Distearate
Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Camellia Japonica Seed OilExtracted from the seeds of the common camellia, this fatty oil contains emollient and occlusive moisturizing oleic and linoleic acids, as well as vitamin E.
Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Extract
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Extract
Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Prunus Persica (Peach) Fruit Water
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Unshiu Peel ExtractThis extract derived from satsuma mandarins mainly contains a fragrant essential oil. It is rich in antioxidant flavonoids, organic acids, and limonoids – promising anti-pigment and anti-wrinkle compounds.
Rosa Canina Fruit/Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Fruit/Flower Extract
Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate

A moisturizing and antioxidant mixture of three extracts (green tea, sea algae, and rice) fermented by Saccharomyces yeast. It was created and trademarked by Tatcha.

Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearyl GlycyrrhetinateA plant compound obtained from licorice root. It is a powerful soothing ingredient that acts similar to steroid hormones and helps to treat inflamed and irritated skin.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ethylhexyl PalmitateA rich emollient without the oily after-feel, making it a popular replacement for mineral oil. It is derived from natural sources such as palm oil and palm kernel oil. Ethylhexyl palmitate is listed as a common comedogenic ingredient by acne.org.
Tribehenin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
TribeheninA soft, pliable wax that serves as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It improves the spreadability of skincare products, including the increased payoff of stick products, and imparts a pleasant, smooth feel upon application.
Sorbitan Isostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan IsostearateA mild yet powerful emulsifier primarily utilized to produce water-in-oil emulsions. It helps to create a particularly rich and substantial emulsion.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

A small peptide consisting of three amino acids with anti-wrinkle effects. Together with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, it is a part of the popular anti-wrinkle complex called Matrixyl™ 3000.

Pyridoxine HCl
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pyridoxine HClA B-vitamin that helps regulate sebum production.
Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)A red colorant also known as red iron oxide. This is an EU-approved colorant used in a wide variety of products.
Lauroyl Lysine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauroyl LysineA synthetic insoluble powder that improves the texture of a product, leaving the skin silky smooth and absorbing oils and sweat.
Aluminum Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aluminum HydroxideA white mineral powder, also known as alumina, that is derived from aluminum metal. It is frequently used as an abrasive in exfoliating products and as a thickener. Aluminum oxide is also a great opacifier.
Silica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SilicaA widely used cosmetic ingredient with the same chemical composition as the sand found on beaches. A common function of silica is its ability to control viscosity. In certain chemical forms, it can effectively thicken cream-style products.