Brightening Sake Lotion ~ Japanese product review

Thin lotion and toner used to brighten and soften skin with its natural sake ingredients.

Brand: Kiku Masamune 日本酒 (White & Pink Types)

Size: 500ml each

Average Price: 1,000 yen each

How to use*

After cleansing face apply a thin layer over entire face and neck area. Gently pat or massage into skin until fully absorbed. For extra moisture apply 2-3 times in this manner. I like applying this lotion throughout the day for maximum moisture or blending with water for a facial mist. It can also be used as a face mask treatment.

Face mask treatment: Apply lotion to dried mask until fully moistened. Apply mask to face and let it sit 10-15 minutes with silicon mask cover or plastic wrap. Take off mask and apply one final layer. (I don’t recommend mixing the lotion with another mask’s ingredients because of possible chemical reactions that could occur.)

Properties

~ Thin liquid (like water)

~ Strong sake scent (pink type has stronger scent than the white)

~ Milky almost transparent in color

Pros

~ Softens skin with the acidic properties of sake

~ Water based solution makes it easier for the skin to absorb

~ Milder scent than the pink version

Cons

~ Leaves skin a little bit sticky, dewy (this can be both a pro or con)

~ Hydration properties don't last all day

Product Results

★★★★★ (5 out of 5)

A toner that really does work, I love this line of products. They always leave my skin soft and since there is so much product, I use it for my entire body. I think overtime it would have brightening properties, but it's not too noticeable and the results aren't right away. The sake has natural acidic properties which helps dissolve dead skin making skin soft. I've used both and for me, the pink one feels a lot stronger in both scent and also how well it works. I also prefer a heavier scent of sake because it will have a stronger effect on the skin's surface. Why don't you try them both and let me know which one you like best!

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