The fascinating story behind the evolution of the SK-II range of skin care products begins in a sake brewery in the Japanese city of Kobe. Visitors happened to notice the extraordinarily soft and youthful hands of the brewery workers and this led to a series of experiments to uncover the source behind their silky smooth skin. Five years of research eventually uncovered a clear, nutrient rich liquid that was able to be extracted as part of the yeast fermentation required to produce sake (a rice-based wine). The scientific team were able to enhance the fermentation process to maximise the effectiveness of the liquid that they named "pitera". This remarkable substance contains a range of minerals, vitamins, organic and amino acids and is the key ingredient in the SK-II formula. It works on the basis that the skin's natural balance can be upset by several factors including stress and hormonal fluctuations.
Pitera can help to restore the skin's harmony by stimulating its renewal process which takes place over a 28-day cycle. The regeneration of the outer layer of the skin is more able to function at its prime making SK-II not a masking process but one working to facilitate the body's own rejuvenation. The SK-II product range is only designed for the effective care of the skin. There are no lipsticks, perfumes or eye shadows. All products contain pitera and, depending on the specific skin treatment, a range of other high-quality ingredients. The cleansers include facial treatments, gels and lotions. Day care products include facial lift emulsion, skin repair, make up bases, and skin brighteners. The eye-care range has treatment films and eye masks. The LXP range for use at night has a softening serum and revival creams. Other night care products include facial treatment masks, lip repair and skin rebooster. There is also a product for general body care.
Provides high level of hydration to delicate eye zone Forms a protective layer around the eyes Effectively reduces puffiness dark circles & fine lines Improves texture & firms up the eye area Gives you a smooth luminous & youthful look Fragrance & color free Use in day & night time. Apply lightly on eye surrounding areas
Help eliminates signs of aging like fine lines dullness & roughness Contains 75% more complex of Vitamin B3 B5 & E than original Signs Treatment Enhances skin natural rejuvenating system for cell renewal Pitera Cell Treatment Complex ensures efficient use of cell energy & restores youthfulness Leaves skin appears velvety smooth delicate & luminous Smooth over cleansed face & neck with spiral movement
An ultra light fluid foundation Glides on smoothly like a second skin Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Helps hide fine lines & imperfections Unifies skin tone & gives a matte finish Leaves you a lightened natural flawless complexion
An ultra light fluid foundation Glides on smoothly like a second skin Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Helps hide fine lines & imperfections Unifies skin tone & gives a matte finish Leaves you a lightened natural flawless complexion
An ultra light fluid foundation Glides on smoothly like a second skin Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Helps hide fine lines & imperfections Unifies skin tone & gives a matte finish Leaves you a lightened natural flawless complexion
An ultra light fluid foundation Glides on smoothly like a second skin Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Helps hide fine lines & imperfections Unifies skin tone & gives a matte finish Leaves you a lightened natural flawless complexion
An ultra light fluid foundation Glides on smoothly like a second skin Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Helps hide fine lines & imperfections Unifies skin tone & gives a matte finish Leaves you a lightened natural flawless complexion
An ultra light fluid foundation Glides on smoothly like a second skin Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Helps hide fine lines & imperfections Unifies skin tone & gives a matte finish Leaves you a lightened natural flawless complexion
A super refillable powder foundation Sheer texture & glides on easily for even coverage Gives a matte velvety smooth finish Perfectly covers fine lines & imperfections Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Leaves you a lightened natural & flawless complexion
A super refillable powder foundation Sheer texture & glides on easily for even coverage Gives a matte velvety smooth finish Perfectly covers fine lines & imperfections Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Leaves you a lightened natural & flawless complexion
A super refillable powder foundation Sheer texture & glides on easily for even coverage Gives a matte velvety smooth finish Perfectly covers fine lines & imperfections Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Leaves you a lightened natural & flawless complexion
A super refillable powder foundation Sheer texture & glides on easily for even coverage Gives a matte velvety smooth finish Perfectly covers fine lines & imperfections Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Leaves you a lightened natural & flawless complexion
A super refillable powder foundation Sheer texture & glides on easily for even coverage Gives a matte velvety smooth finish Perfectly covers fine lines & imperfections Offers broad spectrum protection against the damage of UV rays Leaves you a lightened natural & flawless complexion
A high performance moisturizing cream Combines Pitera with precious ingredients Quenches skin with intense moisture Strengthens skin ability to retain water Maintains skin an optimum moisture level for 12 hours Leaves skin dewy smooth radiant with vitality Apply over cleansed & toned face
A high performance moisturizing essence Combines Pitera with precious ingredients Quenches skin with intense moisture Strengthens skin ability to retain water Maintains skin an optimum moisture level for 12 hours Leaves skin dewy smooth radiant with vitality Apply all over face before Facial Treatment Essence
An intensive body contouring treatment Effectively provides firmness while moisturizing Contains SKII Pitera & Body Niacin Complex to prevent dryness With plant-derived ingredients helps keep body resilient firm An ideal daily body refining beauty care Suitable for all skin types
Helps prevent the effects dark spots of tanning Promotes a flawless and translucent body skin Green floral and champaigne fragrance bring you freshness Whitening essence absorb into skin easily
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