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facial treatment essence by s~k-ii how to use

by Sheldon Grady II Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How to Use SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

  • Cleanse the face with your favourite cleanse and pat dry.
  • Pour onto a cotton pad or into your palms and dab over the forehead, cheeks, nose, chin and neck.
  • Once absorbed, follow with your desired moisturiser or mask.

Part of a video titled Application guide - SK-II Facial Treatment Essence - YouTube
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How to use SK2 facial treatment essence?

How to use SK II's facial treatment essence 1 Drop some onto a cotton pad and dab lightly on your face. ... 2 Pouring some out onto my palm and then patting it gently onto my face. This is the more “cost-effective” way of using SK2 essence. ... 3 Have a pimple? SK 2 essence to the rescue! ... 4 Bottle it and Spritz awayyy!! ... 5 Mask it! ...

What is the SK-II facial treatment essence?

What is unique in the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence is the use of PITERA, a sake ferment. PITERA is a combination of nutrients that is said to bear a close resemblance to the skin’s natural moisturizing factors, and this helps improve the skin’s natural surface rejuvenation process and thereby promotes what SK-II says is “crystal clear skin”.

How do I use the pat-pat essence?

You can use this essence daily, both morning and night. Pour 2-3 shakes into your hand Press your palms together and pat the essence all over your face Continue to Pat-Pat the essence until fully absorbed

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How do you use SK-II Facial Cleanser?

0:000:44Application guide - SK-II Facial Treatment Cleanser - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipGently cleanse by massaging the lather into the skin. Working from the bottom of the face to the topMoreGently cleanse by massaging the lather into the skin. Working from the bottom of the face to the top and outwards from the center cleanse more carefully around the t-zone. Wash off you.

How do you use SK-II serum?

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How do you apply essence to your face?

1:212:41What is an Essence? How to Use this Korean Skincare Staple - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThis helps to refine your skin's texture over time just apply a few drops to a soft cotton pad andMoreThis helps to refine your skin's texture over time just apply a few drops to a soft cotton pad and gently swipe over your face and neck essences.

What is the benefits of SK-II Facial Treatment Essence?

It contains more than 50 micronutrients to help keep skin hydrated and smooth, which in turn helps minimize pore size and wrinkles — and overall firms up skin. The Facial Treatment Essence formula has gone virtually unchanged for over 35 years — and for good reason!

Do I need both serum and moisturizer?

Ultimately, face serum and moisturizer are both necessary for a holistic skin care routine and to ensure that your skin doesn't dry out during the day. Face serum can't replace moisturizer, and moisturizer doesn't give your skin the extra vitamins and nutrients it needs to succeed and look great for years to come.

Is SK-II Facial Treatment Essence a toner?

A Japanese cult product SK-II Facial Treatment Essence is world-renowned as one of the best products to use for anti-ageing. It's an essence or a toner that is known to give you flawless skin in one swipe.

Should I use essence in the morning or night?

You should be using an essence every time you wash your face, especially before bed. Think of your essence as injecting a first round of moisture into freshly-cleansed skin.

Do I need to apply moisturizer after essence?

An essence should always be used after cleansing and toning, and works best when applied before additional products, such as moisturizer.

Do you wash off essence?

The essence from the sheet mask is meant to help bring essential nutrients back to your skin. Once you remove your mask, gently pat in the remaining essence so your skin can soak up all that goodness. DON'T wash it off unless it's stated on the package. Make sure you're applying your hydrogel masks correctly.

What age is SK-II for?

around 12 years old“I actually recommend girls start using skincare at around 12 years old. It doesn't have to be anything too elaborate, or a lot of steps in your routine. But especially if you're really active and outdoors a lot, you should start with simple cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection.”

How long does a bottle of SK-II last?

Please note that the shelf life of SK-II is 36 months. After opening, it is better to use within 12 months.

Does SK-II actually work?

Despite not containing typical ingredients that have been touted to be amazing for oily skin, such as salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence has worked wonders for my skin. If anything, it has made putting makeup on every morning much easier.

What is an Essence?

Essences are lightweight and less concentrated as compared to serums. Specifically targets wrinkles, fine lines and uneven skin tones. Essences are generally used after a toner and before a moisturizer to add another layer of hydration.

How to use?

My skincare regime with the Facial Treatment Essence is simple. First, I cleanse my face. Then, I put about a 50 cent coin of Facial Treatment Essence on my palm and pat it all around my face. Starting with my cheeks, nose, forehead, chin and lastly my neck.

Is it suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin?

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. I can say so because I've pretty sensitive skin and I’ve been using it for years.

In conclusion

Now that I've moved out and no longer share a bottle of SK-II Facial Treatment Essence with my mother and sister, I now own a whole bottle by myself- no sharing required! HAHA! No more being nagged about "why you use so much!!"

Where to get SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

If you have not tried a bottle of this Miracle Water yourself, I’d definitely recommend you to do so.

How to use the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

Use this as you will any other lotion or essence. After cleansing, and before moving on to the rest of your skin care. When I use this, I skip my normal facial mist and because it is so liquid, just like water, it refreshes my skin very well and sinks right in.

My SK-II Facial Treatment Essence Experience

Remember that it’s been 15 years since I last used the Facial Treatment Essence, so I honestly had trouble remembering how it was for me. My first impression was the scent. I remembered that it used to smell stronger and more fermented, like sake. This time, the scent is far lighter than I remember, to be practically unnoticeable.

Does SK-II Facial Treatment Essence Work? Is it worth it?

Remember what I once told you about “worth” – you have to decide it for yourself As for whether the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence works, I think it depends on what your expectations are.

Re-Introduction to SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

SK-II’s Facial Treatment Essence, which is only made in Japan, contains more than 90% PITERA™ as well as components that are similar to the Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF) that occur naturally in healthy skin.

How to Use the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence?

There are apparently two ways to use this essence: some put on cotton pads and smooth it over their skin, others pour a 50 cent amount into their palms and pat it all over their face.

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence: Before & After

So here is my opinion after re-using it for approximately two weeks: I’m sad to say I can see where my monthly pay will be flying to pretty often haha.

Tried & Tested on Acne-Prone Skin

As mentioned earlier, my skin is actually pretty acne-prone.

Is SK-II Worth it?

Very honestly, YES. I do wonder if my skin likes it better now that I’ve aged slightly more since my first post and can fully absorb and display the benefits – but really I think you can start from even as young as 21 for anti-aging.

Where to Purchase from

A popular place to get SK-II products (at least, this is what I hear from my friends and family) is at SK-II Duty Free area in the airport. However, SK-II products can actually be purchased at a variety of places – something I quite appreciate especially if I finish a product and need to get one ASAP haha!

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