Since its release in 1985, SEKKISEI has been helping women across the world achieve beautiful, translucent skin with the power of oriental herbal ingredients.BEST OF KOSE'S SUNSCREENS!Pigmentation, dark spots, freckles?Freckles, sun spots, melasma... Hyperpigmentation woes?Melanocytes, our skin's pigment producing cells, are responsible for the color of our skin, and also the darkening of skin upon exposure to the sun! Over time, some cells get damaged and start to produce excessive melanin, giving rise to dark spots and hyperpigmentation.Let's take a look at some factors that give rise to these nasty blemishes!1. Overexposure to the sun, resulting in UV damage and photo-aging2. Inflammation from acne breakouts3. Hormonal changesFight the sun with these new KOSE sunscreens.Now with new improved formula - Coix Seed ComplexGentle "modern floral” scent common to all SEKKISEI brand products.Suitable for face and body.SEKKISEI White UV Gel 80gSPF50+/PA++++(Improved formula from Kose Sekkisei Sun Protect Gel)Feels lightweight to apply, with no burden on skin. This sunscreen beauty gel cares for your skin while protecting its natural translucence and protection from future dark spots. Sunscreen beauty gel with coix seed complex. Balances: Contains coix seed complex, packed with the goodness of coix. It prevents rough skin, making it hydrated and smooth. Increases translucency: Rich in oriental herb extracts. It hydrates your skin, so the more you apply, the brighter and more translucent your skin will be. Comfortable: Contains smooth gel. It feels hydrating to apply, and leaves skin feeling smooth and silky. Protects from the external environment damage (such as UV rays, dryness, and fine particles in the atmosphere), and prevents dark spots and freckles caused by sunburns. Base Makeup Effect: Makes skin smoother, improving the longevity of makeup such as foundation. Easy Removal: Easily removable with regular facial or body cleanser.Gentle "modern floral” scent common to all SEKKISEI brand products.Suitable for face and body.How to Apply:Apply a sufficient amount to skin evenly.When using on the face, use as the final step of your morning skin care routine.*If insufficient amount is used, product will not achieve sufficient UV ray protection.*Re-apply diligently in order to maintain sun protection effects. Re-apply after you have wiped your skin.*******************
SEKKISEI Sun Protect Essence Milk 60mlSPF50+/PA++++ (w/o box)
*********************SEKKISEI White UV Milk 60mlSPF50+/PA++++(Improved formula from Kose Sekkisei Sun Protect Milk)Non-sticky. Feels gentle to use. This emulsion base sunscreen milk cares for your skin while protecting its natural translucence and protects from future dark spots. Sunscreen emulsion with coix seed complex. Balances: Contains coix seed complex that is packed with the goodness of coix. It prevents rough skin, making it hydrated and smooth. Increases translucency: Rich in oriental herb extracts. It hydrates your skin, so the more you apply, the brighter and more translucent your skin will be. Comfortable: Contains plant-based skincare oils, highly dispersing UV-blocking ingredients, and smooth powder. It feels good to apply, and leaves your skin feeling smooth, not sticky. Protects from the external environment damage (such as UV rays, dryness, and fine particles in the atmosphere), and prevents dark spots and freckles caused by sunburns. Base Makeup Effect: Makes skin smoother, improving the longevity of makeup such as foundation. Easy Removal: While it’s waterproof, making it resistant to sweat and water, it’s still removable with regular facial or body cleanser.How to Apply:Apply a sufficient amount to skin evenly.When using on the face, use as the final step of your morning skin care routine.*If insufficient amount is used, product will not achieve sufficient UV ray protection.*Re-apply diligently in order to maintain sun protection effects. Re-apply after you have wiped your skin.*********************KOSE SEKKISEI SUNPROTECT ESSENCE GEL SPF50+/PA++++ 35gWater-basedAn ultra-lightweight sunscreen gel with compounded oriental herbal extracts, giving skin a boost of moisture in addition to full-spectrum UV protectionBlends readily and gives lasting hydration.- SPF50+/PA++++ thoroughly protects the skin from UVA and UVB rays which cause photoaging, sunburn and pigmentation. - Compounded oriental herbal extracts care for the skin with double the amount of Coix Seed extract compared to the previous formula, plus newly added Akebia extract for extra skincare benefits- Formulated with Porous Powder to protect skin from external aggressors like smoke and air pollution- Smooth Gel retains moisture in the stratum corneum while leaving skin silky smooth- Splash Polymer molecules burst on contact with skin and blend in instantlyUltra-lightweight, non-sticky texture blends readily into skin, for comfortable daily useMinimal oil content is used to keep the texture lightweight and hydratingWorks as an excellent make-up base and may be used for the face and bodySuitable for use on face and body.Take an adequate amount of the product, and spread evenly over your skin.When removing, be sure to lather up your face wash or body soap sufficiently before giving your skin a thorough wash.Does not require the use of a makeup remover.Enjoy the sun, at ease.
"It has a lotiony gel-like consistency. There’s no issues of white residue or white cast. It gives hydration and a dewy finish but does not feel sticky or heavy on the skin at all. it’s very hydrated and no white residue. I’m impressed that it protects my skin from the sun quite well." - onesundayinmay***************************************
SEKKISEI White UV Emulsion 35gSPF50+/PA++++Emulsion with the added effects of sunscreen and makeup base. Whitening day emulsion that moisturizes while blocking UV. Day-use whitening emulsion Day-use whitening emulsion with gentle Oriental herbal extracts that not only protect but promote the translucency of bare skin from the inside (down to the stratum corneum). Active whitening ingredient Formulated with active whitening ingredient tranexamic acid. Inhibits melanin production, prevents age spots and freckles. Deals with environmental factors Deals with changing skin environments—such as daytime stickiness and dryness from air conditioning—to maintain daytime moisture balance. Lightweight Feels lightweight yet provides SPF50+/PA++++ protection, the highest level in Japan. Doesn’t feel heavy on skin, with a texture that is comfortable for every-day use. Makeup Base Can be used as makeup base. After application, it naturally boosts skin’s brightness to enhance the translucency of bare skin. Formulated with sebum-absorbing powder derived from the Orient. Prevents dullness due to sebum, and boosts makeup hold.How to Apply:In the morning, use as an emulsion after preparing skin with treatment lotion. Take an amount about the size of two pearls onto the palms and rub into skin. Apply foundation afterwards.If insufficent amount is used, it will not achieve adequate UV-blocking effect.To remove, build up a foam with facial cleanser and wash thoroughly.**********************************Kose Infinity Perfect Protection UVSPF50+/PA++++Triple effects of whitening care, anti-ageing and rough skin prevention. A whitening sunscreen emulsion that thoroughly protects against long UVA* rays.Formulated with 3 types of active ingredients. "Whitening care", "Anti-ageing care", "Rough skin prevention". Provides perfect defense against UV, thoroughly protecting skin against damage caused by UV rays. Sunscreen emulsion that also protects against the long UVA* rays that cause damage deep within skin. Prevents melanin production, rough skin and sunburns while giving the skin a bright and vibrant look. Smooth application with no burden on skin, creates skin that is plump, moist and resistant to dryness.Formulated with ingredients to smooth out fine lines, pores and other unevenness on skin. Forms a thin and even membrane to thoroughly protect from UVA and UVB rays while maintaining beautiful skin. Effective on rough and chapped skin. Can be used as a makeup base. Gentle floral woody scent. Great for dry and mature skin********************************
Sekkisei Herbal Gel 80g
SEKKISEI Lotion Mask balances out the skin’s moisture levels, preventing dullness, roughness, and pimples caused by dryness, as well as redness caused by sunburn from sunlight, or by the sun’s reflection in snowy areas.Awards1 Item, Multiple UsageUsing as a lotion, just pour lotion onto cotton pad and pat gently on face. Using as a mask:
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