This treatment essence is built around Tatcha's proprietary Hadasei-3™ complex, a blend of fermented rice, green tea, and algae. It aims to hydrate, smooth texture, and plump the skin, making it more receptive to subsequent products.
Sephora price
$65.00 - $110.00
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Sephora reviews
4.4 / 5
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Glass take
4.4 / 5 overall fit
A fermented essence that hydrates and preps skin for the rest of your routine. It's a splurge, but many find the texture and results worth it.
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A skincare-boosting treatment of 100 percent Hadasei-3™, a trio of fermented Japanese superfoods proven to hydrate, resurface, soften, and plump skin.
Use daily, after cleansing and before any other skin care.
Splash a palmful of The Essence into your hand and press gently into the skin on your face and neck.
Recycling Instructions:
Remove cap, recycle bottle.
What Glass adds
A solid first step for most routines, especially if your goal is hydration and gentle exfoliation. The fermented ingredients are key here, offering a unique texture and skin-feel.
Texture and absorption
Many users rave about the unique, silky texture of the essence and how quickly it absorbs into the skin.
Visible improvements
Reviewers frequently mention smoother, plumper, and more radiant skin after consistent use.
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Routine fit
Apply immediately after cleansing. Pat gently into your skin before moving on to serums, oils, or moisturizers. It's designed to boost the efficacy of everything that follows.
Why it works
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What it actually does well
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Routine fit
Morning or night
This essence can be used both morning and night. In the morning, it helps create a smooth base for makeup. At night, it enhances skin recovery and hydration.
Glass rating
A fermented essence that hydrates and preps skin for the rest of your routine. It's a splurge, but many find the texture and results worth it.
Routine fit
4.5 / 5
This essence is designed to be the first step after cleansing, creating a smooth canvas for serums and moisturizers.
Full ingredient breakdown
Fermented Rice Extract
Badness
1.0 / 10
A key component of Hadasei-3™, this fermented rice extract is rich in amino acids and antioxidants, known for its hydrating and skin-brightening properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, brightening, texture improvement
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may be sensitive to fermented ingredients.
Humectant
Badness
1.0 / 10
A plant-derived humectant that helps draw moisture to the skin, improving hydration and product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture enhancement
Watch for
None
Antioxidant
Badness
1.0 / 10
Green tea extract, rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental damage and soothe inflammation.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, soothing
Watch for
None
Skin Conditioning Agent
Badness
2.0 / 10
An extract derived from Okinawa algae, known for its hydrating and skin-conditioning properties. It contributes to the plumping effect.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
Watch for
None
Preservative Booster
Badness
2.0 / 10
A skin-conditioning agent that also functions as a preservative booster, enhancing the efficacy of other preservatives.
Usually helps with
Preservation, skin conditioning
Watch for
Can be a mild skin irritant for some.
Preservative
Badness
3.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products. It is generally considered safe at low concentrations.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be a skin irritant for some individuals, especially at higher concentrations.
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FAQ
It's a skincare-boosting treatment designed to be used after cleansing to hydrate, resurface, and plump the skin, preparing it for subsequent products.
It's suitable for most skin types, including normal, dry, combination, and oily. It's particularly beneficial for those concerned with fine lines, wrinkles, dryness, and dullness.
After cleansing, splash a palmful into your hands and gently press into your face and neck before applying other skincare products.
