Works for
Anti-agingGalactomyces ferment filtrate, Sodium salicylateMay help
“The premium Japanese beauty brand is renowned for its anti-aging skin care products that help restore the skin's natural 28-day renewal cycle.”
This product contains galactomyces ferment filtrate. This ingredient might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
MoisturizingGalactomyces ferment filtrate, Butylene glycolWorks
“SK-II 's facial moisturizers are popular too, including the Skinpower Cream and Skinpower Eye Cream containing Pitera and flower extracts to revitalize skin and brighten dark circles.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": galactomyces ferment filtrate, butylene glycol.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. If the air is dry, humectants can speed up the moisture loss from the skin. This is why it is a good idea to use another product on top of this one to help "seal in" the moisture (look for ingredients like dimethicone, squalane, oils and butters).
Evens skin toneGalactomyces ferment filtrateMay help
“The famous SK-II Facial Treatment Essence contains 90% Pitera to refine skin, even skin tone and reduce fine lines and dark spots.”
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: galactomyces ferment filtrate.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Galactomyces ferment filtrateWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (galactomyces ferment filtrate) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Galactomyces ferment filtrate~6.3–9.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A yeast ferment filtrate (also known as Pitera - a trademarked name for the filtrate reserved by the SK-II brand). It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, can help neutralize antioxidants and can be helpful in evening out the skin tone. It might be somewhat helpful in preventing premature skin aging but solid evidence is lacking. A small manufacturer study also shows that, when used in high concentrations, it can help reduce sebum production and help against blocked pores
More about Galactomyces ferment filtrateButylene glycol~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolXanthan gum~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium salicylate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
The salt of salicylic acid. Helps exfoliate the upper layer of the skin. Can also work to preserve cosmetic products
More about Sodium salicylateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Disodium edta~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Butylene glycol, Xanthan gum, Sodium salicylate, Methylparaben, Disodium edta
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| SK-IIFacial Treatment Mask TrialYOUR PRODUCT | Secret KeyStarting Treatment Essential Mask 1pc | BIODANCEBio-Collagen Real Deep Mask Masque Hydrogel | RiReGalactomyces Ampoule Mask Pack | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 47% | 47% | 47% |
| Price | $15.25 | $4.80−$10.45 | $10.00−$5.25 | $4.60−$10.65 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 | 1 of 1 |
| Key difference | — | Betaine | Niacinamide | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | High | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: jenny house Marine Therapy Treatment MaskBenton Fermentation Mask Pack
Product summary
"SK-II - Facial Treatment Mask Trial" could be helpful for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (pitera 6.30% - 9.50%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 155.99A$ in Australia and for 15.25$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
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