60%
would repurchase
3.5/5
package quality

price range

description

Unchanged for over 35 years. Facial Treatment Essence is SK-II’s signature and most awarded bestseller with more than 90% PITERA™, a natural bio-ingredient containing vitamins, amino acids, and minerals. Facial Treatment Essence transforms your skin to crystal clear, boosting skin’s texture, radiance and firmness. Experience the power of PITERA™. Results may vary between individuals.

ingredients

with more than 90% PITERA™ - Ingredients: Saccharomycopsis Ferment Filtrate (Pitera), Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Methylparaben, Sorbic Acid

Reviews

Reviews


2.0
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9 years ago

I don’t understand all the hype for this product. It did nothing for my skin. The only difference I notice is that it made my skin whiter, which is not something I’m aiming for.

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Olive

HairOther

EyesBlack



4.0
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9 years ago

This is good for waking up my skin in the morning and rejuvenating my skin at night after a day of work. It is well-known that you have to keep using it for the effects. I love it and will keep...

About reviewer (4 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinNormal, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

The very minute I turned 24, my skin literally dried up. It was like my internal fountain of youth packed up her bags and left, leaving my skin lackluster, dry, and wide-pored. At the time I was...

About reviewer (11 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


4.0
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9 years ago

I'm in the search of the fountain of youth and here's my thoughts about this product. It is a very well-made essence that is extremely overrated and ridiculously expensive. Because of it's...

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


3.0
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9 years ago

Used to be my hg but Ive no idea why it didn't work this time. Perhaps I should apply it more frequently? It's too expensive and I'll only repurchase it if I have the extra moolahs. Smell:...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

My holy grail. It smells a bit funny but it really help my complexion and keeps my skin hydrated. Expensive but then again for skin care I would rather invest more !

About reviewer (19 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


2.0
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9 years ago

Extremely overrated and so expensive. I didn't notice a single change in my skin

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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9 years ago

So after years of procrastination, I finally committed to buying this miracle product. And I'm not sure if it was psychological, I noticed my complexion turning brighter and smoother after two...

About reviewer (15 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

HairBrown, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


3.0
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9 years ago

Okay, first of all this product was one of its kind because it was the first ever product that came out wth the essence concept. However, this "pitera" skII promotes as a miracle worker is...

About reviewer (55 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Straight, Other

EyesGreen


4.0
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9 years ago

I have been using this religiously for 2 years now. My skin has improved but I use the full range. This product on its own is not enough to evoke beautiful skin but it is a great prep for the other...

About reviewer (10 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Medium Brown

HairBrown

EyesHazel


2.0
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9 years ago

With this prices, I expect it gave me an obvious result. Since previously, I used another serum that gave me an obvious result and better on price as well.

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Medium Brown

HairBrown

EyesBlack


3.0
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9 years ago

I have combination skin with acne prone, I have used this product since 11 months ago. Still have break out and some acnes on my face, my age skin still looks like older by the skii tools,...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOily, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


4.0
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9 years ago

Have been using this for a month now with the facial treatment clear lotion, i'd say this is quite good, after using this for a month i can see an improvement in my skin. I think it has made my...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOily, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


4.0
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9 years ago

This is the kind of product that drives Paula Begoun, over at Beautypedia, nuts. "No substantiated research!" that pitera, the active ingredient, is of any particular benefit to your skin, she...

About reviewer (28 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBrunette, Other, Medium

EyesHazel


5.0
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9 years ago

It does seem to make a difference. I apply this essence and wait a few minutes until it is completely absorbed. Then I continue with other skincare products.

About reviewer (17 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinNormal, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

When I moved to Japan 2.5 years ago, I had bad acne in my forehead and cheek due to stress. I went to doctor, tried drugstore products for one year, but nothing worked. I knew it was an expensive...

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


3.0
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9 years ago

This product seems more expensive nowadays. I found the price is always increased up to 10%-15% every year during the past 4 years. I use sk-ii series (cleanser-toner-this...

About reviewer (9 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


1.0
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9 years ago

I'm so mad I spent the money for this. Not only did it not improve my skin at all, but it caused a terrible itchy rash on my neck and chest. I used about 3/4 of the bottle before I finally gave up...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBrown


1.0
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9 years ago

I'm about to finish my first bottle but i'm not going to repurchase this. I only have white heads around my nose area through out the years, i added this essence to my skin regimen. Guess what? I...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBrown


1.0
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9 years ago

I purchased this lotion with high hopes due to its high end pricing. The result would have been no different than if I used tap water on my face (rolls eyes). Not a scrap of improvement...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair, Cool

HairBlond, Straight, Fine

EyesBlue