Works for
Anti-agingGalactomyces ferment filtrateMay help
“A nutrient-rich serum with a mix of concentrated Pitera™ and Hyaluronic acid, it reduces the appearance of wrinkles and roughness to refine skin texture and elasticity.”
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, Glycerin + 3 moreWorks
“Facial Treatment Repair C is deeply moisturising, leaves skin feeling silky and smooth and improve's the skin's texture.”
This product contains good ingredients to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. These ingredients are called "humectants": galactomyces ferment filtrate, glycerin.
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).
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · 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).
Evens skin toneSide benefit · Galactomyces ferment filtrateMay help
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually works: galactomyces ferment filtrate.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 flagged ingredientLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Galactomyces ferment filtrate~23–34%
- 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 filtrateWater~14–21%
Butylene glycol~5.2–7.8%
- 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 glycolGlycerin~3.2–4.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPentylene glycol~2.5–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolSodium hyaluronate~0.95–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Ingredient list view
Galactomyces ferment filtrate, Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Pentylene glycol, Sodium hyaluronate, Methylparaben, Sodium benzoate
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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 Repair C SerumYOUR PRODUCT | numbuzinNo. 3 Skin Softening Serum | Citation SkincareRegulate and Restore Intensive Treatment Serum | Cos De BAHAGN Galactomyces 94 Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 67% | 64% | 63% |
| Price | — | $15.00 | — | $11.19 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: PAPA RECIPE Blemish SerumiUNIK Rose Galactomyces Synergy Serum
Product summary
"SK-II - Facial Treatment Repair C Serum" could be helpful for: Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.95% - 1.45%, glycerin 3.20% - 4.70% and pitera 23.00% - 34.00%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 179.00A$ in Australia.
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Sources cited in this review
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