Tatcha The Rice Polish Gentle Foaming Enzyme Powder

Tatcha The Rice Polish Gentle Foaming Enzyme Powder

Review

Does Tatcha The Rice Polish Gentle Foaming Enzyme Powder work?

Tatcha The Rice Polish Gentle Foaming Enzyme Powder is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

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
Est. %
Microcrystalline Cellulose
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
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Sodium Lauryl Phosphate
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Sodium Palmoyl Glutamate
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Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
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Lauryl Betaine
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Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
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Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
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Papain
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
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Propanediol
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Dextrin
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Silica
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Tocopherol
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Phenoxyethanol
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Mica
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Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
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Ultramarines (CI 77007)
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Ingredients explained

Microcrystalline Cellulose
Est. %45
Function
Origin
Microcrystalline CelluloseA plant-based ingredient derived from cellulose. The rough version of microcrystalline cellulose is used in scrubs instead of plastic microbeads and the finer version is used as a thickener and stabilizer and readily absorbs oil and sweat.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Sodium Lauryl Phosphate
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauryl Phosphate
Sodium Palmoyl Glutamate
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Sodium Palmoyl Glutamate
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauroyl GlutamateA naturally-derived amino-acid based cleansing ingredient. It is known to be a mild yet high foaming cleanser that won't strip skin or leave it feeling tight and dry.
Lauryl Betaine
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Lauryl Betaine
Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Est. %1.5
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.

Papain
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PapainAn enzyme that is obtained from papaya fruits. It acts as a mild exfoliant with skin-softening benefits.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
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.
Dextrin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DextrinA partially hydrolyzed potato starch, most commonly used as a viscosity controlling and binding agent. When dispersed into water, it can create textures ranging from a thick paste to a soft gel.
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.
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl GlutamateAn emollient ingredient that is similar to ceramides in its structure. It provides a smooth and soft feeling to the skin.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
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.
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.

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.
Mica
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
MicaA mineral powder made up of silicates with several functions (the main one being as a colorant). It has a shimmery appearance, making it highly desirable in certain cosmetic products. Mica also helps the product to apply more smoothly.
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Est. %0.3
Function
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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.
Ultramarines (CI 77007)
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ultramarines (CI 77007)