SK-II has made a name for itself with fairy water, which is also known as the "oily skin's mother". Men's Rejuvenating Skin Essence is also known as the "men's version of fairy water", its ingredients are almost the same as fairy water, with Pitera as the main ingredient, providing oil control and delicate skin effect, which can better meet the oil control needs of most men. The packaging of the men's rejuvenating skin care serum has also been changed from red to black and red, which is masculine and sophisticated.
Pireta, a patented ingredient of SK-II, is a post-fermentation filtrate of yeast. Pitera is widely recognized for its ability to exfoliate, control oil, and repair the skin barrier. Although the official mechanism of action of Pitera is not clear, it does contain lactic acid, citric acid and other organic acids, which help promote keratin metabolism and regulate the cleansing of oil, which is very suitable for men's skin with thick and oily stratum corneum. The pH of the Rejuvenating Skin Serum is also slightly acidic, around 4.9, and some sensitive skin may be stinging and red.
With the exception of Pireta, there are no heavy oily moisturizers added to the product, so the overall texture of the rejuvenating skin care serum is relatively refreshing. In addition, compared with the ordinary version of fairy water, the men's rejuvenating skin care serum also adds menthol, which makes the skin feel cooler, especially in summer. The smell still has the fermentation of Pitera, but the addition of menthol makes the smell more pleasant. In addition, the liquid will turn slightly yellow after being opened for a long time, which is not unrelated to the preservative sorbic acid used. The properties of sorbic acid are not very stable, and it is easy to oxidize and change color, but it has no obvious effect on the quality and can be used normally.
The toner works to moisturize the stratum corneum, soothe the skin, and lay the foundation for subsequent skincare products to help it absorb better. Toner has very limited moisturizing properties, so it is important to follow up on the cream as soon as possible after use, otherwise the evaporation of water will take away the skin's original moisture and make the skin drier. Pitera itself contains a small amount of amino acids and sugars, which has a certain moisturizing properties, and the rejuvenating skin care serum also adds polyols, but the moisturizing properties are still relatively limited, and it needs to be used with other moisturizing products. When using, you can apply it directly with your hands, gently patting, or with the aid of a cotton pad, but do not rub too much to avoid damaging the skin.
SK-II is now owned by Procter & Gamble, and all of its products are manufactured in Japan. Regarding the statement that there are three versions of the fairy water, SK2 has officially refuted the rumors, and there is no version difference in the men's rejuvenating skin care serum, so you can buy it with confidence. Men's Rejuvenating Skin Essence 230ml is priced at 1540 yuan, which is the same price as the ordinary version.
