When it comes to Kyoto, Japan, it always gives people an impression of exquisite elegance. The editor previously followed the footsteps of the Japanese skincare brand Sekkisei, and traveled to the Sesshutei Garden in Higashi Honganji Temple in Kyoto, Japan, to embark on a “Japanese-style journey”. In the ancient and elegant atmosphere, experience the new power of hydrated skin from the MYV Actirise Activated Rice Fermentation Series by Sekkisei!
Upon arriving in Kyoto from Hong Kong, an eagerly anticipated welcome party immediately unfolded at the Higashi Honganji Temple Sesshu-en Garden! In an elegant setting, brand ambassador Li Qin shared her beauty secrets with us! With dry skin, she recently found her exclusive hydrating beauty solution – the Snowise EX Brightening Water Activating Serum from Sulwhasoo, injecting a continuous stream of moisture into her skin, revealing smooth and delicate skin! She also expressed her great appreciation for Sulwhasoo as a natural brand, allowing her skin to always feel the beauty of nature’s purity!
Next, we came to the serene and elegant Japanese garden, strolling slowly while appreciating the beautiful scenery, feeling exceptionally relaxed and comfortable! Immersed in the beautiful Japanese garden, we experience the essence of traditional elegance and Japanese aesthetics, just like the design of the fermented rice series, which is truly eye-catching. The texture of the product’s bottle is inspired by traditional Japanese ceramic bowls and plates, with a white main tone and a snow-like hammered pattern, feeling exceptionally elegant. In addition to the Japanese beauty that captivates everyone’s hearts, we also enjoyed a traditional Japanese music performance together, once again feeling the elegant atmosphere of this traditional ancient capital of Japan, truly enchanting.
To uncover the beauty secrets of the fermented rice series, on the second day of the journey, the brand led us to participate in a seminar on the theme of “fermentation.” The development of the new series is closely related to Japan’s unique food culture! Japan has many foods made through “fermentation,” such as pickles, natto, etc. Besides enhancing the taste, these foods have a longer shelf life and nutritional value! The fermented rice series incorporates natto bacteria and koji acid, both of which are essential in fermentation. The former provides the skin with vitamin C and collagen, while the latter contains vitamin B, effectively inhibiting melanin production, maintaining fair, bright skin! This series also contains fermented coix seed extract, angelica extract, white peony extract, and other Chinese herbal ingredients, which can provide intense moisturizing and antioxidant effects, boosting skin cell energy from the inside out, awakening skin vitality, and creating youthful, fair, bright, hydrated skin!
Next, we will personally make “fermented miso” on the spot, which is a very interesting process! The materials used in the production include rice koji, malt, and cooked soybeans. Rice koji is a common ingredient in Japanese sake, and sake brewers have delicate and smooth hands, showing that this ingredient has significant beauty benefits!
After getting to know the flagship skincare ingredients, of course, I can’t wait to learn about all the products in the new series! The new Snowise EX MYV Actirise Fermented series starts with cleansing, creating perfect skin every step of the way. The products include a makeup remover oil that can gently and thoroughly cleanse makeup and dirt, a foamy and delicate cleansing foam, a makeup water that gives the skin moisture and vitality, a lotion that makes the skin appear delicate and radiant, and a moisturizing cream that can effectively nourish the skin. This cream is also the favorite product of brand ambassador Li Qin, and to enhance the skincare effect, she will use the same series of makeup water and lotion as a base before using the cream, thereby enhancing the penetration of the subsequent cream, achieving a more ideal moisturizing and hydrating effect! She also likes the cleansing foam from the Fermented series, which can be used even when the skin condition is not ideal!
Finally, this memorable trip to Kyoto was beautifully concluded with a delicate and delicious lunch. The dishes at this lunch gathering were cleverly crafted using ingredients from the active rice fermentation series, allowing us to once again experience the unique charm of the new Snow Beauty series!