SK-II has just come out with their Spring 2010 Cellumination Series which I was 70% drawn to because of the brightening promise and 30% drawn to because Cate Blanchett, their brand ambassador, is a huge fan (as a ghostly pale gal, I admire any actress who embraces her pale skin). The two product line consists of
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I’ve been using the Serum for the last couple of weeks and it works great post-cleansing in the morning, because it’s light, fast-absorbing, and moisturizing — exactly what I need given that I usually wake up no more than 15 minutes before I have to leave for my morning pilates class:) Studies have shown that regular use of the serum reduced age spots and uneven skin tone in 8 weeks. Luckily I don’t have either problem, so I can’t attest to that, but I can say it does brighten skin which makes it, aside from mornings, also great pre makeup application, before going out. I haven’t tried the Cellumination Cream which is a gel (not my fave texture), but it’s described as an intensive daily moisture gel designed to provide superior hydration, while instantly illuminating the complexion.
