SK-II Skin Power Cream review

You can use this product up to twice a day, in the morning and night. After washing your face, apply your toner and essence before using this product.

Take large-pearl-size amount of the cream into your fingertip, and then apply it to the each side of your cheek, chin, and forehead.

Expand the applied cream to the entire face. Avoid rubbing your skin while spreading the cream.

For maximum results, gently tap your face several times after use. This motion helps the cream penetrating your skin quicker.

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3.0 out of 5 starsGood cream, But Not Necessarily Worth the Price.

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2014

I decided a while back to give a few SK-II products a try. I try to spend my money on good skincare as a means of preventative care and so I won't have to spend as much time and money on makeup. I'm in my mid 20s and have had skin troubles since my teens -- acne, dry skin, oily skin, etc. My skin just likes to screw with me.

So anyway, recently I moved and the change in my surroundings coupled with the stress of a new job has been putting my skin through a lot. I purchased this and the Facial Treatment Essence and added it to my routine. I wash my face, use the Facial Treatment Essence then use Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum and finish it off with the Essential Power Moisturizing Cream. For the first few weeks, I definitely saw that my skin got softer and I was waking up to a more glowy complexion. I'm sure part of this was due to the cream, but it's probably also because you tend to be a lot more meticulous with your skin when you're throwing down a couple hundred bucks on the products.

My thing is, as it is when it comes to any expensive skincare product, asking myself whether the results are worth the price. I didn't see a miraculous difference. If you want something super moisturizing, there are better products out there that do the job for much cheaper (check out CeraVe cream). Granted, this 2.71 oz container will probably last months. Mine is still rather full at the 2-3 month mark. So if this lasts a year or even 6 months and it keeps your skin nice and glowy, it might be worth it for you. For me, while it is nice, it's not such a drastic difference that I have to have it.

I think the best thing to do is to get a sample of this product before committing to the full jar, especially if this is a splurge for you.

Product summary

"SK-II - SKINPOWER Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. As we expect from a proper moisturizer, the formula includes a combo of effective humectants and emollients. These are the two different types of ingredients that are essential for improving the skin hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Panthenol, galactomyces ferment filtrate, glycerin and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Butyrospermum parkii butter, caprylic/capric triglyceride, dimethicone, dimethiconol and methicone in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.

Ingredient callouts

  • We particularly like that there is a good concentration of niacinamide (niacinamide 2.30% - 2.80%) in this moisturizer. Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is a great ingredient to have in a moisturizer. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and help improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
  • We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 0.20% - 0.35%). There are many different kind of peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of amino-acids. Some of them work as natural anti-biotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective peptides in skincare are, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.

Irritation risk

There are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here

You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.

Price

The product retails for 266.15CA$ in Canada, from 245.69A$ up to 285.00A$ in Australia, from 59.99$ up to 235.00$ in the United States and for 191.72£ in the United Kingdom.

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Why is SK

Although this cult-favorite product is on the pricier side, the SK-II Pitera Facial Treatment Essence formula hydrates, softens, evens skin tone, and overall fulfills the brand's promise of crystal clear skin.

Is SK

SK II, Pitera Skinpower Cream (Suitable for Combination Dry, Normal, Oily Skin Type) 50g | Watsons Singapore.

Is SK

SK-II, a leading luxury beauty brand in Japan, was experiencing a decline, losing customers to aggressive rivals, and struggling to stay compelling in a changing society. This loss of momentum called for a new strategy that would transform the brand and transcend the competition.

What is SK

Sk II R.n.a. Power Radical New Age Essence is a powerful firming serum that minimizes the appearance of your pores for a more youthful-looking, fresh morning glow. A rich, translucent essence that is immediately absorbed and fills the gaps in your skin, making it firm, resilient, and feeling plump with each drop.