Dermatologists have said that fine lines and wrinkles can start appearing in your early twenties, and skin starts to age naturally in your mid-twenties to late-twenties. Other than slathering on sunscreen, you should also protect and fortify your skin by using suitable products to combat dryness and ageing. The SK-II Stempower is a daily moisturiser which contains Stem-Acanax Complex to penetrate deep within your skin and restore its youth by combating the ten signs of ageing – wrinkles, sagging, loss of radiance, compromised texture, loss of elasticity, visible pores, loss of hydration and a duller complexion. Three of our readers tried the SK-II Stempower, and here’s what they have to say:
Cosmo Opinionator 1: Evangeline Chiang, 24
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After
Verdict:
“After hearing many rave reviews about the SK-II Stempower Cream, I was excited to try it out. The texture was lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving no sticky feeling after application. I usually apply a very thin layer in the morning and my face did not feel greasy even after many hours unlike most mosturisers I have tried. In fact, it helps to keep my makeup on nicely. Before bedtime I apply a slightly thicker layer to protect against the air-conditioning and i would wake up to a smooth and supple face. Like most of the other SK-II products, it is also fragrance-free.
Only 6 days into using the product, friends around were already asking about the visible glow on my face. My face has brightened up and spots lightened. My skin overall feels more moisturized and slightly tighter along the contours of my face. My pores however did not reduce in size much but appeared less visible overall. I liked how it brings out a healthy natural glow on my face, and I believe with prolonged usage my skin texture will definitely improve even more significantly.”
Skin feels firmer: 6.5/10
Skin feels less dry: 8/10
Fine lines and wrinkles have been reduced significantly: 7/10
Complexion has become more radiant: 8.5/10
Pores are less visible: 7.5/10
Skin feels more resilient: 7/10
Skin feels tighter/reduced sagging: 6.5/10
Complexion looks less sallow: 8.5/10
Skin feels smoother: 8/10
Facial contours looks tighter overall: 7/10
Cosmo Opinionator 2: Wonus Ng, 27
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After
Verdict:
“SK-II Stempower is the product to go for if you want skin that is smooth, pore-less and radiant.
I always had the impression that rich creams are usually thick and heavy and it is not something that I will go for. But when I first laid my hands on the cream in the maroon jar, I was amazed. The cream did not come off as greasy; instead, it is lightweight and has an extremely soft and smooth texture. The cream is also easily absorbed and it feels refreshing. The off white goodness smells like regular cream but it is very mild.
After using the product religiously for 2 weeks, I noticed that my pores were less visible significantly and that is the main factor which contributed to the overall improved appearance and smoothness of my skin. Over the next one week or so, my complexion gradually became more radiant. The grey and yellow undertones are visibly gone. My face looked less dull and I no longer have to use as much foundation or rely on various combinations of strong whitening products to achieve that flawless look I always wanted.
For the continuous glow and pore-less complexion which I have achieved in 3 weeks, I will continue to use SK-II Stempower. It has delivered results for me and I will no doubt continue to use this product.”
Skin feels firmer: 5/10
Skin feels less dry: 8/10
Fine lines and wrinkles have been reduced significantly: 6/10
Complexion has become more radiant: 7/10
Pores are less visible: 8/10
Skin feels more resilient: 7/10
Skin feels tighter/reduced sagging: 5/10
Complexion looks less sallow: 8/10
Skin feels smoother: 7/10
Facial contours looks tighter overall: 5/10
Cosmo Opinionator 3: Charlotte Lim, 25
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After
Verdict:
“I’m quite affected by my visible pores and uneven skin tone, so I usually put on a rather thick layer of foundation before I head out. To be honest, I was quite apprehensive about SK-II’s claim to show a visible difference after just two weeks of usage. Nevertheless, I was excited to try it out as I’ve been hearing rave reviews about the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence and other products from SK-II.
I apply the Stempower every morning just before putting on my makeup and at bedtime before going to bed. I usually apply quite a thin layer as I hate the sticky and greasy feeling of some products. To my pleasant surprise, this cream felt very light and it was not greasy at all. After a week of use, I felt that my pores looked less visible, and my overal complexion looked much more radiant as compared to before. After two weeks, my skin looked smoother and glowy. I love that I can see the differences in such a short time and I no longer put on as much makeup as before. I will definitely continue using this.”
Skin feels firmer: 6/10
Skin feels less dry: 8/10
Fine lines and wrinkles have been reduced significantly: 7/10
Complexion has become more radiant: 9/10
Pores are less visible: 8/10
Skin feels more resilient: 7/10
Skin feels tighter/reduced sagging: 6.5/10
Complexion looks less sallow: 8.5/10
Skin feels smoother: 8/10
Facial contours looks tighter overall: 6/10
Now that you’ve read their reviews, how about trying the SK-II Stempower for yourself?
We’re giving away 3 jars of SK-II Stempower worth a total of $447!
To win one, simply follow the steps below:
1. Answer this question: “Which of the 3 reviewers showed the most dramatic difference in their pores area. How so?” in the Comments section below.
2. Like Cosmo’s Facebook Page. Only fans of Cosmo Singapore’s Facebook Page are eligible for this contest.
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4. Tag “Cosmopolitan Singapore”.
5. Email your details (name, gender, IC, contact number, mailing address) to cosmopromo@sph.com.sg . Put “SK-II” in the Subject Field.
6. This contest ends Friday, 11 January, 2013.
Good Luck!
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