- “It packs five different benefits. So, moisturizing brightening firming”1:22–1:25
- “It's a primer, but it also acts as your daily foundation”1:30–1:36
- “It is high coverage. Wo! This is really pigmented, almost like a foundation”1:36–1:42
- “It's got a beautiful finish. Like it really gives you that kind of lumines, naturally dewy finish”1:49–1:58
- “It's thicker, but it's not suffocating”
- “Their proprietary and unique ingredient is the patera. And patera is a fermented yeast which breaks down and produces almost like 50 different nutrients and minerals that feed and nourish the skin, which means it's like a buffet for your skin”2:05–2:12
- “They actually formulate it with SPF 50 PA++”2:21–2:28
- “I would use this with my sunscreen underneath before I go in with this because in order to get that SPF protection, you actually have to use a lot, right? And you're not going to use that much on your face”2:28–2:32
- Source: Trying Japan's award-winning beauty products of 2025 - Dec 7, 2025
SK-II
See reviews of these products
Browse more
- “I have seen a few people like this one”22:02–22:05
- “The only thing is, obviously, it's small and expensive because it's SK-II”22:05–22:08
- “I would be curious to try this one for sure”22:08–22:10
- Source: 2025 @cosme Best of Beauty Awards Mid-Year Rankings - Sep 5, 2025
Brand note
SK-II is the Japanese brand that built its reputation on one ingredient: Pitera, a fermented yeast extract that shows up across their line. The Facial Treatment Essence is the anchor — a watery, lightweight step meant to go on after cleansing and before serums. Creators (including board-certified derms) describe it as a long-game product that can help with texture, hydration, and resilience over time, and they specifically recommend it for sensitive skin that can't handle vitamin C or acids.
Shop paths
Some links are affiliate links.

