Once the temperatures start to drop, I brace myself for the inevitable: dry, flaky skin that no amount of moisturizer seems to be able to fix. I’ve struggled to find products that actually hydrate my skin – and I admit, after years of failure, I’ve come to terms with the fact that I may never do it. So when I hear about Tatcha’s hydrating skin care products, I’m usually skeptical.
But as the buzz about Tatcha seems to be growing (read: I’m seeing rave reviews everywhere), I’m curious. Does this moisturizing range really live up to the hype? Is this finally my answer to cold weather skin care? With winter quickly approaching, I decided to try Tatcha Hydrating Serum, Cream, and Serum Sticks, but before that, I asked board-certified dermatologist Rachel Nazarian, MD, FAAD Nazarian for assistance.
What’s the bottom line? Dr. Nazarian says the ingredients in Tatcha’s Hydrating Skincare are all designed to retain moisture, making it a solid solution for my cold-weather skin woes. BONUS: These three powerful products are bundled together for a discounted price of $48 through November 1st.
Tatcha Dewy Serum, Dewy Cream, and Serum Stick — $110.00 USD
Originally $158, now $110 ($210 if purchased separately)
Package includes:
- 1 oz. Hydrating Essence
- 1.7 Liquids. ounce. Hydrating skin cream
- 0.28 oz Dewy Serum Stick
- Deep hydration
- Leaves a shiny look
- Show results quickly
- Mild ingredients
- Lightweight yet effective
- Very expensive when not on sale
In an effort to reduce the number of dry tablets as quickly as possible, I asked Dr. Nazarian how quickly I could expect to see results. “You’ll feel the difference within days of changing your skin care regimen to one that’s smart and carefully chosen,” she says. “Benefits will continue to increase for several weeks until the disorder is fully healed.”
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She wasn’t lying—after just a few days of using Tatcha’s Hydrating Skincare, I was blown away by the changes. My dry patches (which are usually stubborn) started to disappear and my skin looked noticeably more glowy and hydrated. The combination of these three products gives me that dewy glow I’ve been missing since the end of summer without feeling greasy or overly heavy. Finally, my skin gets the much needed moisture.
According to Dr. Nazarian, the secret is in the sauce. “These products contain hyaluronic acid and squalane, so [the formula is] Stay true to what our skin naturally uses to retain moisture,” she says. “They also contain their own natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory extracts, which are useful for people with irritated or inflamed and sensitive skin.
Now that I’m a few weeks into my new routine, what’s really changed is how perfectly these products fit into my day, keeping my skin glowing hour after hour, even as the temperatures drop. I start my day by applying my Dewy Serum and then my Dewy Skin Cream in two easy steps (instead of the endless layers of product of so many winters past) and it’s like I’m hand-delivering intense Moisture reaches every pore. When I need a pick-me-up midday, I apply the serum stick under my eyes and can really feel it plumping and smoothing my sensitive skin.
In short, Tatcha’s Hydrating Skin Kit is my official skin protector for the cooler months ahead, and it might just be your ticket to less dry skin and “way” glowing skin this season.
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