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Did you know that while you sleep, your skin devotes all its energy to repairing, healing, and growing so it comes back better the next day—just like you? Every night our bodies go through a natural recovery process from the inside out, so that in the morning we feel refreshed and recharged—including our skin. Our skin is our immune system’s first line of defense—its strength is essential to our well-being. All day, our skin protects our insides, acting as a natural armor against daily stress from pollution, climate, and the environment. These stressors can cause visible irritation, from redness to dryness. At night, our skin switches to repair mode, and this is where the idea of beauty sleep comes in.The closer you get to the ideal sleeping range of 7-9 hours, the better the opportunity for your skin to have the most visible recovery. As you sleep, skin rebuilds its collagen, which helps visibly plump skin, reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Skin regeneration peaks at nighttime, which occurs because your body produces more melatonin—yes, the same kind you can take to help fall asleep. Without enough sleep, you will produce more of the stress hormone known as cortisol, which makes your skin prone to inflammation. If you’ve ever woken up with puffiness around the eyes, that is a perfect example of inflammation from lack of sleep. Studies have even shown that getting more sleep can help heal wounds faster. Ultimately, getting some shut eye will make you feel better, but it can help you look your best, too.Whether or not you’re always able to get in that ideal 7-9 hours of sleep, we formulated our newest overnight treatment, Indigo Overnight Repair, to help accelerate skin’s natural recovery process. This cushiony serum in moisturizer is formulated to treat and nourish your complexion as the final step in your evening ritual, cocooning skin in gently effective, nourishing botanicals to reveal calmer, stronger skin by morning.What is most exciting about this formula is how you can see a difference in your skin after just one night. In a 4-week clinical study of 41 participants, 93% of panelists showed improvement in skin radiance and 88% showed improvement in skin softness and suppleness after one night using Indigo Overnight Repair. Japanese indigo extract and red sage root visibly calm irritation caused by pollution and environmental stress, from redness to dry patches. Irritation like this is usually due to a depleted skin barrier, so we formulated this treatment with ceramides, which replenish lipids to retain hydration in the skin barrier. You can see this through a diminished look of dry, fine lines and wrinkles, and in our 4-week clinical study of 41 participants, 100% of the panelists demonstrated a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles after 4 weeks.We also included mondo grass root to balance the microbiome, which is an invisible ecosystem that lives on the skin. Home to billions of friendly living microorganisms, this layer of skin communicates with our immune system, protects us against infection, tempers inflammation, and protects against environmental aggressors. When unbalanced, the microbiome may function less effectively, and can lead to conditions like psoriasis, allergies, eczema, contact dermatitis, acne, poor wound healing, skin ulcers, rosacea, and accelerated skin aging. A balanced microbiome is important because its innate immune defenses can actively prevent bad bacteria from proliferating while allowing good microbes to flourish, which helps skin perform at an optimal level, revealing radiant, healthy-looking skin.

Are you craving deeper, more restful sleep? With all the demands of modern life, it can be difficult to fit in the recommended eight hours, and even when you do, you may not wake up feeling as rejuvenated as you hoped. But quality sleep is vital to your well-being because it’s the only time your brain, body, and even your skin truly recover from the environmental stressors of the day. To help you achieve your best night’s sleep, we’ve compiled our favorite bedtime rituals. These simple practices are an easy way to prepare your mind and body for sleep so that you can fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Play soothing sounds Set the tone for your bedtime ritual with a playlist of your favorite nature sounds like rain, beach waves, or a crackling fireplace. It’s proven that naturalistic sounds affect the systems that control the ‘fight or flight’ response, promoting relaxation. Light some incense  Did you know smells can impact how you feel? Functional fragrances like incense, activate one of the oldest parts of our brain using the olfactory system to control mood, memory, behavior and emotion. Calming aromas like Japanese cypress induce relaxation and promote better sleep. Bathe in comfort In Japan, it’s customary to bathe at night to cleanse away the dirt and pollutants of the day while relaxing the mind and body. More recently, research has shown that an evening soak also helps you fall asleep faster, too. The warm water stimulates blood circulation from your core to your hands and feet, reducing your internal body temperature by 2-3 degrees, which is ideal for falling asleep. Drink in calm Wind down with an herbal tea like chamomile, which is thought to have anti-anxiety benefits. The bedtime tea is rich in an antioxidant called apigenin, which binds to receptors in your brain that can decrease anxiety and help initiate sleep. Release tension with healing touch Elevate your evening skincare ritual with a short facial massage with your favorite moisturizer. We recommend the Indigo Overnight Repair, because it's made to amplify your skin's nightly recovery cycle so you can wake up to calmer, more luminous skin. Massaging the cream into your skin for just a few minutes, you can stimulate circulation while releasing tension to calm the body and mind. Follow the instructions below for our custom Yuyake Face Massage, which can be performed with our Akari Gold Massager, or just your hands. Yuyake Face Massage Step 1: Begin just above the hairline and move in a back-and-forth motion on the scalp. Step 2: Press the massager above the inner corner of the eyebrow and slide outward along the brow, stopping in front of the ear. Step 3: Press tool to the base of the nose and move outward along cheekbone. Step 4: Place the massager behind the ear and draw down along the jaw and neck to the collarbone.Repeat five times on each side of the face, using the narrow side.

We’re delighted to introduce our first-ever Global Well-Being Mentor, Toryo Ito. In this first of its kind role, Toryo Ito will share his unique knowledge of holistic health education acquired as a zen monk from Japan, as well as help us develop new treasures that return to you a sense of well-being. His first encounter with Tatcha was in 2016. Our founder, Vicky Tsai, attended a zazen meditation class led by Toryo Ito at the Ryosokuin Temple in Kyoto. Afterward, the two found many similarities between his philosophy and her vision for Tatcha, namely the mind-body connection and a holistic approach to well-being. It was from Toryo Ito that Vicky learned the “mind” is not just in the brain, but throughout the body, pointing to universal expressions about gut instincts and changes of heart. Toryo Ito’s own meditation style is rooted in the five senses. He says, “[meditation] is an act of re-acknowledging what you already think you know. Activating your five senses elevates your awareness of your body and mind, creating harmony between you and your surroundings.” Toryo Ito shares more tips for meditation in his recently published book, Monday Meditation, which is currently only available in Japanese. Before becoming a zen monk, Toryo Ito studied Philosophy and Education at Ryukoku University before training at Rinzaishu Senmon Dojo and Rinzai Sect. Now, drawing inspiration from his traditional Japanese approach to life, Toryo Ito will work with us to marry timeless Japanese wisdom with emerging scientific research to create sensorial rituals that benefit skin, mind, and body. We’re thrilled to welcome him into the Tatcha family, and can’t wait to share the rituals of well-being we create together.

Reconnecting with nature through shinrin yoku Sunlight streams through the lush greenery, illuminating spiderwebs, creating a visual feast. Conversations between squirrels and birds harmonize with wind-rustled branches. An errant breeze kisses your cheek as your feet sink ever so slightly into the soft earth. The smells of damp moss, fresh flowers, and wet wood fills your lungs. You feel your pulse gently slow. Your breathing becomes easier. You are forest bathing. All month long, we’ve been exploring the Japanese concept of shizen, which focuses on the importance of nature to our well-being. With so much of our lives existing in the digital space, we’ve come to realize how nurturing it is to reconnect to nature. One of our favorite ways to do this is forest bathing. Better known as shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is any act that involves making contact with and taking in the atmosphere of the forest. Coined by the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries in 1982, shinrin-yoku is an ideal way to restore harmony in your mind, body, and soul. Something as simple as taking a walk through a wooded area has been shown to help lower pulse and blood pressure*. Even if you live in the heart of a city, spending some time in a nearby park or green space can help trigger the same soothing effects. You could consider forest bathing a form of healthcare. Many studies have been conducted with positive results concluding that spending prolonged time in nature can help reduce stress levels and boost immunity. Humans evolved in nature, so it stands to reason that returning to our original environment can act as a natural remedy for our modern-day stresses. Forest Bathing: How To Engage Your Senses With Shinrin-Yoku from Tatcha on Vimeo. For the most authentic experience with the best results, we recommend diving in head first—leave your phone at home and no, you don’t need to bring a bathing suit! While bathing is in the name, forest bathing does not involve swimming. Our preferred forest bathing activity is slow, aimless wandering. Walk without a destination in mind—the destination is to simply experience each and every aspect of the present moment. Take in the environment and mentally note each sensation you feel—the warmth of the sun on your skin, the pungent scent of soil in your nose. If you feel so moved, stop to examine the lines in a leaf, or peek under some brush—who knows what beauty you may come across.

Did you know that the same ingredients we use to care for your skin can also care for your insides? It’s understood that what is good for the body is also good for the skin, so many of our most beloved ingredients are present in the Japanese diet. For instance, Hadasei-3™, our proprietary complex, consists of three superfoods that are dietary staples in Japan: rice, algae, and green tea. Incidentally, Japan has the longest life expectancy among developed countries. Scientists credit their longevity to genetics, but also, importantly, to lifestyle and diet. The same way you care for your skin, you can care for your body with natural, wholesome ingredients. Not only will you feel better, but it will also have a positive impact on your skin, since your skin is an expression of what is going on under the surface. So when you regularly feed your body healthy food, you’ll be rewarded with a healthy glow. Below, we’ve put together three easy recipes to help you incorporate these simple yet transformative ingredients into your meals. RICE Chirashi-style Green Tea Rice Makes 5 servings From Vicky: I adore this recipe because you get two superfoods in one dish—and now you have a fantastic reason to clean out your refrigerator. (My daughter loves to rummage through our fresh veggie drawer and hand me ingredients.) The green tea rice makes a beautiful and flavorful base for whatever you sprinkle on top. 1 tablespoon green tea leaves 3 cups uncooked Japanese short-grain white rice Anything in your fridge (eggs, mushrooms, carrots, snow peas, green beans, baby corn, tofu) Pinch of salt, to taste Mix the green tea leaves with the dry rice in a bowl and then cook the rice as usual. The green tea will soften on the stove and add flavor. While the rice is cooking, prepare your add-in items as needed. Scramble eggs over heat and sauté vegetables like mushrooms, julienned carrots, and snow peas. Once the rice is cooked, let it cool for about 10 minutes and mix in the other ingredients. For a crunchier version, add vegetables raw and let the heated rice cook them slightly. ALGAE Seaweed Pesto Makes about 2 cups From Vicky: Reimagine traditional Italian pesto as a savory Japanese topping with this easy-to-prepare recipe. I sometimes add it to my Chirashi Sushi so I manage to enjoy all three superfoods at once. 5 sheets roasted seaweed (such as wakame), torn 1/2 cup pine nuts 1/2 cup olive oil 2 cups mixed greens (parsley, spinach, or basil) 2 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons lemon juice In a food processor, combine the seaweed, pine nuts, and olive oil. Pulse until blended and then add greens, garlic, and lemon juice. Finally, blend and stir. Serve over rice or atop crackers, or add a dollop to poached salmon, grilled tofu, or any other protein. GREEN TEA Homemade Oat Milk + Matcha Latte Makes 1 serving A finely ground powder of young green tea leaves, matcha retains more nutrients than traditional green tea brewing methods, making it our preferred beverage for a quick pick-me-up. Oat milk gives this energizing beverage a soothing touch that you can feel even after you’re finished sipping—the leftover pulp can be used as a gentle body scrub. This is delicious both hot and iced, so you can enjoy it year-round. For the Oat Milk ½ cup whole rolled oats 3 cups filtered water 3 dates (optional for sweetness) Pinch of salt (optional for taste) Add the oats, water, dates, and salt to a blender and blend for 30 seconds. Place a mesh strainer over a container to store the milk. Then place a nut milk bag within the strainer, and slowly pour the contents of the blender into the bag. Let strain. For the Matcha ¼ teaspoon matcha powder 2 ounces hot water Pour the matcha into a small bowl and sift with a matcha whisk or regular whisk, whatever you have works! Slowly add the 2 ounces of the hot water, whisking briskly in an “M” or “W” shape until the matcha is fully dispersed and there is a foamy layer on top. Combine your preferred amount of oat milk with matcha in a glass and enjoy!

Here at Tatcha, there is nothing we love more than getting to know our customers. To return the love, we thought you might like to get to know us. So, we’re giving you an inside look at our very own team members. You might recognize Shira as our model, cast in a glow of blue light to demonstrate how our newest offering, The Silk Powder, can shield your skin from this digital skin stressor. Read on for her skincare rituals, how she became a part of the Tatcha family, and more. What do you do at Tatcha? I am the Visual Merchandising Production Designer at Tatcha. With the rest of the Visual Merchandising team, I help bring the Tatcha experience to life through designing stores, pop-ups, events, and travel retail spaces. It has been a rewarding and wonderful experience being able to work with different people across multiple teams to bring Tatcha to life to so many customers around the world. Tell us about your skin. I have oily-combination skin and tend to break out easily. What is your favorite Tatcha formula and why? My favorite Tatcha formula is the Violet-C Brightening Serum. It contains vitamin C, Japanese beautyberry, mild fruit AHAs, and Japanese angelica root. My skin instantly absorbs it and I found a dramatic improvement in my skin tone. It didn't take too long to see the results and this has become a staple for me! What is your skincare ritual? My skincare ritual is pretty simple. I usually cleanse my face with The Rice Wash and follow it with The Essence, and The Water Cream. At night, I use The Rice Wash again with The Essence afterward. I also use the Violet-C Brightening Serum and The Dewy Skin Cream to end the night. It's only 3-4 steps, but I find this manageable and very enjoyable to do each morning and night. What’s your definition of self-care? Self-care is not only taking care of your body physically, but also taking the time to care for yourself emotionally and mentally. Sometimes, being alone and doing simple everyday tasks such as cleaning my desk or meditating is a form of self-care. I also try to maintain a consistent workout schedule even if it is only 20-30 minutes a day. That is still time that I intentionally allot for myself! What’s one thing you do for yourself every day? I always start my morning making my own cafe- or matcha latte. It signifies that I am ready to tackle what's ahead of me that day! What’s your best skincare tip? Drink a lot of water! Good skin comes from within so hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! What about Tatcha most resonates with you? From day one at Tatcha, I knew that the people who made the magic happen behind the scenes would be the reason why I continue to stay here. Tatcha strives to take care of its customers and that is also embodied by each and every person on every team at the office. Everyone is so authentic and welcoming, and I think that extends to our work. What drew you to Tatcha? I usually listen to podcasts when I commute to work. One of my favorites is Skimm'd on the Couch. One episode featured Vicky, the founder of Tatcha. That episode was so memorable because she spoke so eloquently about her humbling experience starting the brand from the ground up. She had so much respect for Japanese culture and I remember thinking to myself that it would be such a cool experience to work at Tatcha one day. I am so lucky that everything fell into place! What have you learned about yourself working at Tatcha? I have learned that I am able to step outside of my comfort zone and grow tremendously. With a background in architecture, I always thought my lane would be straight and narrow. At Tatcha, I have been able to do multiple things from designing spaces to accessory conceptualization to graphic design. I have been able to wear many hats and I am able to learn something new almost every day. It has truly been such an eye-opening experience to know I am able to pick up new skills and broaden my horizon. We hope you enjoyed getting to know Shira, and are excited to meet more of the Tatcha family in the future!

When it comes to beauty rituals, we believe that beautiful makeup begins with beautiful skin. That’s why we formulate both our skincare and makeup with protective, nourishing ingredients. Silk is one of the best examples of this; its amino acid–fortified structure is so similar to that of our skin that it sits like a weightless veil, cocooning our faces in protection and nourishment while imparting the smooth, silky luster associated with the beloved fabric. Our newest offering, The Silk Powder, demonstrates how these time-tested ingredients can care for your skin while helping you look like the best version of yourself. This talc-free setting powder protects skin and makeup, blurring pores and shielding skin from blue light and pollution, all while imparting a soft-radiant finish that looks beautiful with or without makeup. We asked our very own Global Director of Artistry and Education, makeup artist Daniel Martin, to share how to create a natural makeup look with The Silk Powder. When developing the formula, we turned to Martin’s expertise in the field; he has mastered the delicate art of creating a “no-makeup” look better than anyone we know. Tatcha founder Vicky Tsai, a long-time friend of Martin, says it best: “He believes makeup is not just about covering up, but elevating and exposing natural beauty.” Read on for his tips, how The Silk Powder compares to its inspiration, and more.The Silk Powder is inspired by oshiroi, a protective makeup worn by geisha. What fascinates you most about the traditional geisha beauty ritual?The ritual of time and application in the process of transformation. From the tools, to placement and skin prep underneath, it is the true form of a beauty ritual respecting the art and practice of it from start to finish.Oshiroi is the opaque white powder that gives geisha their otherworldly appearance while shielding their delicate complexions, but The Silk Powder is translucent, which makes it more palatable for modern-day makeup looks. How else would you say The Silk Powder compares or differs to traditional oshiroi?The Silk Powder blurs out pores and fine lines while also setting and finishing makeup, similarly to oshiroi. Adapting oshiroi’s protective benefits for the 21st century, The Silk Powder acts as an invisible barrier between the skin and the elements: anti-pollution and blue light ingredients filter pollutants and blue light emitted from screens, both of which may cause premature signs of aging and irregular skin pigmentation. Similar to the powder that inspired it, the finely milled texture of The Silk Powder helps makeup last 8 hours* and prevents transfer onto face masks and clothing. Instead of an opaque white appearance, this translucent powder uses a blend of pink and gold Japanese pearl powder to give a soft-radiant finish for a shine-free, video-friendly glow.While it appears to have many benefits, what do you love most about The Silk Powder?The anti-pollution and blue light aspect feels especially beneficial now, with many of us spending a significant part of our day looking at our phones and computers.What is your makeup ritual for a more natural look?For a no-makeup look on oilier skin, I’ll first apply 1-2 pumps of The Liquid Silk Canvas all over the face. For drier skin, use The Silk Canvas. These primers create a really great magnet for foundation, but also protect the skin. I’ll then use a large powder brush to apply a light dusting of The Silk Powder all over the face, focusing on areas that shine. This gives you the protection you want while also blurring out any unwanted radiance. Then, I like to use a small brush to apply foundation, starting in the center of the face. If your skin is on the drier side, I recommend using a more moisturizing foundation to give a little extra glow. If your skin is on the oilier side, a mattifying foundation will help even out your complexion. After makeup, use The Silk Powder again to set and finish your makeup. A little goes a long way, so use sparingly. This ritual gives a natural radiance without looking flat.Do you have any tips on how to use The Silk Powder?For the best appearance, make sure to really buff the powder into your skin. If you want more coverage in the T-zone to cancel out shine, use The Silk Powder with a powder puff pressed into designated areas.We’d love to see how you enhance your natural beauty with The Silk Powder—share your Tatcha look on Instagram with #TatchaMoment.Watch Daniel Martin Create a Natural Makeup Look*Based on a clinical study of 26 women using a long-wear foundation and the Silk Powder for a duration of 8 hours

When it comes to skincare, it’s easy to be tempted by promises of instant skin transformation. We see a pimple in the mirror and begin plotting its demise with whatever ointment will dry it out the fastest. And while that might sound appealing, quick fixes can mean harsh ingredients, leading to signs of sensitivity like redness and dryness. Bringing about changes in our skin not only takes time, but the proper care. Our philosophy of using kind-to-skin ingredients starts with the story of Tatcha Founder, Vicky Tsai. After experiencing acute dermatitis, she tried everything she could think of to reverse it—luxury creams, DIY serums, prescription oral and topical antibiotics and steroids—to no avail. Her skincare journey led her to discover classical Japanese skincare secrets, incorporating time-honored skincare ingredients and products into her daily ritual—and after two months had passed, her skin was fully restored. We incorporate this philosophy into everything we do, to help ease that overwhelming feeling and bring comfort and calm to both your ritual and your skin. Rather than treating your skin as a problem to be solved, try nurturing it with gentle yet effective ingredients proven to bring transformation over time. Core to the Tatcha skincare philosophy is that small steps can make a big difference, in everything from choosing the right ingredients to selecting the correct skincare products for your skin type. We believe in caring for your skin each and every day—that’s why it’s called a ritual! By incorporating kind-to-skin ingredients into our formulas, you can care for your skin both gently and effectively. We have a few tips and tricks for how to care for your skin while incorporating these gentle ingredients and formulas into your ritual. Exfoliate Your Skin with Care Treating your skin with harsher ingredients can disrupt the skin barrier, decreasing your skin’s ability to hold moisture, and leaving you vulnerable to the environment, possibly creating more lasting damage down the line. Used in excess, some exfoliating acids can harm, taking off more of your skin than is ready to come off. If you’ve ever noticed your skin feels raw and sensitive, or stings when you apply a product, it’s likely it’s over-exfoliated. To avoid irritation, make sure to always listen to what your skin is telling you, and remember: less is more. Seek Out Kind-to-Skin, pH-Neutral Formulas Do you ever have that dry, tight feeling after washing your face? That’s likely caused by high pH cleansers that can throw your skin off balance, leading to symptoms like dryness, or even clogged pores, the very thing you may be hoping to avoid! When your skin is stripped of its natural oils, it actually overcompensates by creating more oil, which can lead to breakouts and skin sensitivity. To keep your skin happy and balanced, look for ph-neutral formulas that won’t steal much-needed moisture. Be Mindful with Your Skincare Ritual When it comes to choosing the products for your skincare ritual, it is important to remember that every person’s skin is unique. What works for one person may not work for another. You may need products that nourish your skin with plumping hydration, or ones that help you to maintain an even skin tone. It is important to be attentive to your skin and listen to what it is trying to tell you, through signals like blemishes, redness, dry patches, or oiliness. Carefully selecting the correct products for your skincare needs will help to bring added pleasure and happiness into your ritual. With that said, the harsh winter months can cause more intense drying and dehydration for many skin types. We like to care for our skin with a calming ritual designed to hydrate and nourish, which includes the products in our Dewy Collection. The lush, creamy textures of the products within this collection glide effortlessly over the skin. Our new The Dewy Serum hydrates with hyaluronic acid and locks in moisture with squalane, giving your skin new life. Meanwhile, The Dewy Skin Cream helps to replenish ceramides and aid in the reduction of future moisture loss, leaving you with skin that is visibly smooth and plump with hydration. Embrace Consistency with Your Ritual To experience the ideal results with your skincare ritual, it is important to use your products regularly and in the correct order. It is always best to apply your products from thinnest to thickest texture, which allows them to layer properly and sink into the skin in the most effective way. Read more about the correct order to apply skincare products here.