Trillion vs. Youth to the People: Plant-Based or Biome-Based?

Plant-based doesn’t always mean skin-compatible

Youth to the People is beloved for clean formulas and superfood ingredients. But for sensitive, breakout-prone, or compromised skin, not every “green juice” formula is the right fit.

Trillion is built differently: not around trends or texture, but around what your skin actually needs to stay strong and healthy.

Youth to the People: Chic, clean, and naturally forward

Youth to the People carved a niche in clean beauty with superfood-rich formulas, recyclable packaging, and a gender-neutral brand tone. Their antioxidant serums and gel cleanser are cult favorites.

Where they win:

  • Clean, vegan, cruelty-free formulas

  • Sensory textures and sleek packaging

  • Broad retail presence

  • Popular with skincare enthusiasts and editors

Where they fall short:

  • Contains fragrance and essential oils in some SKUs

  • Focused more on antioxidant layering than biome repair

  • Not built for highly sensitive or post-treatment skin

  • Can be too stimulating for compromised barriers

Trillion: Barrier-boosting skincare with purpose

Trillion isn’t here to greenwash or overload your skin. It’s here to rebuild. With microbiome-safe, barrier-focused ingredients, trillion helps your skin restore balance and resilience without irritation.

Why trillion is different:

  • No fragrance or essential oils

  • Powered by fermented biosurfactants and postbiotics

  • Clinically informed, microbiome-safe formulas

  • Designed for sensitivity, reactivity, and inflammation

The bottom line:

If you want skincare that feels like a smoothie, Youth to the People delivers. If you want something that actually works for your skin, trillion is a better fit.