*Based on a consumer self-perception study of 20 panelists.
My daily go-to!!
"I use this product pretty much every day and I love the blank canvas it creates for my makeup."
The Silk Canvas
Filter Finish Protective Primer
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The Silk Canvas20 g | 0.7 oz.
Sale price
$55
Benefits
Skin-protecting, makeup-perfecting balm
Clinical Results
Proven to enhance makeup & improve skin over time
| 100% | Agreed their skin felt smoother immediately after applying* |
| 95% | Agreed their skin had a soft filter finish, even without makeup* |
Clinical Results
How to Use
Smooth & blur skin with or without makeup
Pairs best with
The Silk Sunscreen SPF 50
Sale priceFrom $25
ingredients
Skin-loving, makeup-enhancing essentials
Silk Powder
Blurs pores & minimizes shine while smoothing skin for makeup
Silk Extracts
Provides a veil of hydration
Hadasei-3
Supports the skin barrier & imparts radiance
Inspired by bintsuke, the thin layer of soft wax geisha use to create a smooth canvas on skin that helps makeup last all day.
Powered by proprietary complex Hadasei-3™
Three Japanese ingredients, double-fermented to unlock 400+ micronutrients that boost skin's resilience to daily stressors.
Suggested Ritual
Rich Line-Plumping Moisturizer
Filter Finish Protective Primer
Weightless Mineral Sunscreen
Overall rating: 4.5434933 / 5 from 2874 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Silk Canvas primer is praised for its ability to enhance makeup application, offering a natural finish that complements all foundation types. Customers appreciate its luxurious packaging, silky texture, and how it effectively hides pores and fine lines, leaving the skin smooth and moisturized.
Summary topics
- Makeup Enhancement (13%): Customers keep praising the Tatcha Silk Canvas primer for making their makeup look flawless.
- Packaging Appeal (7%): Customers keep praising the beautiful and lovely packaging, with many describing it as luxurious and trendy.
- Texture Satisfaction (7%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the texture, as it was described as great, incredible, and nice.
- Finish Quality (4%): It was noted by customers that the finish of the product is natural and perfect for all foundations.
- Scent Appeal (10%): It was observed by customers that the scent of the product is amazing and loved by many users.
Review topics: ["color","feels","packaging","issues","package","skin","look","scent","pores","texture","face","shipping","base","amount","size","felt","results","quality","smooth","price","glow","breakouts","ingredients","primer","consistency","formula","coverage","makeup","container","fragrance"].
Review highlights
- "This makes my skin feel super soft and also makes my makeup look very smooth." —
- "My skin is smooth over time, my pores *look* smaller and my face looks very healthy when using the product." —
- "it makes my face feel silky soft, and makes my makeup look flawless." —
Reviews
Nice product but. . .
"I'm sure this product is lovely for many people however it isn't what I expected it to be. I used to use lancome's blur stick. However they discontinued it. I thought this would be a good substitute but it's not for me. It was too moist and slick for what I need"
Not impressed
"It wasn’t impressive."
"Love Tatcha. There products are the best."
Silk canvas
"This is such different product I've ever tried and I LOVE it. It has a very silky feeling going on and need very little. Great first purchase considering I'm new to this product line. The packaging is beautiful."
"It arrived quickly and was very well packaged. Thanks. 😍"
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Love it!
"My skin looks like silk after using this primer and I’m also able to use powder make up. I’m 64 and have fine lines and wrinkles, but this helped minimize them. I used a very good brush to apply the primer with and that makes a difference! Love this product! My face looks great with it!"
"Love this"
Makes My Skin Looks Worse
"This primer makes my makeup look very patchy. When I do the same skincare routine and skip the primer, my makeup looks fine."
Q&A
- The product has pulled away from the edges of the container Does that mean it's dried out and I should not use it?
- A slight separation from the edges of the container can occur naturally over time and does not necessarily indicate that the product has dried out. If the texture, scent, and application remain consistent, you can still use it. However, if you notice any dryness, crumbling, or a change in scent, we would recommend discontinuing use.
- I have been using this after silk cream. When I put makeup on after the primer, I get little balls of product coming off my skin. Can you help me figure out what's happening and how to fix it?
- Make sure that any serum, moisturizer, or sunscreen has had a chance to dry down fully before applying The Silk Canvas. Also, make sure you are applying it gently with your fingertips, not a sponge or a brush. You can also try pressing it on the skin instead of swiping, which will most definitely stop any pilling from occurring. After the Silk Canvas is applied over the skin, use a brush to apply your foundation.
- Can you use a brush to apply instead of your hands
- The Silk Canvas is recommend to be applied by hand due to the texture of the formulation.
- What is the base of this primer? Silicone, Water, Oil? I want to know what makeup to use with it.
- Thank you for your interest! The primer is silk-based and works under all types of makeup. We hope this helps.
- If I typically use a tinted sunscreen, would i apply the primer before or after?
- Great question. Typically the primer would be over your sunscreen if you are applying makeup afterwards, but if you are not applying makeup, you can apply the primer first and then the tinted sunscreen afterwards.
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