Kose Japan 雪肌精 SEKKISEI Brightening Cream (40g/1.3oz.)

Japan’s First Whitening + Moisturizing × Roughness‑Prevention Dual Efficacy*
The newly upgraded Medicated Sekkisei Brightening Cream features a licorice‑derived active ingredient with dual efficacy, combined with multiple Japanese‑Chinese botanical extracts. Its rich, translucent texture penetrates deeply, continuously locking in moisture to thoroughly prevent dark spots, effectively tackle dullness※¹ and roughness, prevent acne‑related inflammation, improve dryness and fine lines—creating a dewy‑transparent, pure, flawless, plump, and bouncy bare skin, purified and brightened through whitening transformation.
⚫ The culmination of 40 years of natural science research—evolving through years of Japanese‑Chinese botanical ingredient research and product‑technology advancement—following the launch of the newly upgraded Medicated Sekkisei Brightening Lotion and Emulsion, the Medicated Sekkisei Brightening Cream now receives its upgrade. Beyond taking skin translucency to a new dimension, this new product effectively addresses concerns of dark spots, dullness※¹, and skin roughness.
⚫ Infused with KOSÉ’s exclusive licorice‑derived active ingredient—Dual Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate—the first ingredient in Japan certified for both "whitening" and "moisturizing & roughness prevention." It effectively prevents two internal skin stagnations that hinder translucency—"melanin accumulation" and "inflammation"—preventing roughness while inhibiting melanin production to help protect against dark spots and freckles. Combined with Sekkisei’s signature blend and multiple Japanese‑Chinese botanical extracts, it moisturizes and locks in hydration upon application, delivering 8‑hour continuous moisture while also helping prevent acne, heat from sunburn or snow‑burn, roughness, and post‑hair‑removal irritation. Creates snow‑like dewy transparency—pure, flawless, and radiant bare skin.
⚫ Delivers the unique Sekkisei lotion‑like dewy comfort that makes you want to use it daily. Enhances perceptible efficacy: while maintaining the existing "high penetration sensation※²," it also improves "post‑application skin plumpness," "locked‑in moisture without stickiness," and "skin translucency."
⚫ Utilizes KOSÉ’s exclusive biomimetic emulsion‑capsule technology, encasing the oil‑solid licorice active ingredient, water‑retaining oils, emollients, and other moisturizing components into emulsion capsules. Upon application, the capsules break open, allowing ingredients to penetrate instantly to the deepest layers of the stratum corneum, delivering a high‑penetration feel.
⚫ Contains 80%※³ naturally‑derived beauty ingredients, offering a natural, whitening‑moisturizing feel without stickiness—suitable for all seasons.
⚫ Newly infused with moisture‑locking film ingredients rich in hydration, forming a plush, comfortable moisture‑locking film on the skin’s surface after application—sealing in moisture and shielding skin from external aggressors, creating a plump, bouncy, dewy‑transparent bare skin.
⚫ Moisturizing components hydrate skin, while emollient ingredients impart fullness—achieving a locked‑in moisture feel without stickiness.
⚫ Contains highly concentrated※⁴ Japanese‑grown coix seed extract, improving dullness※¹ and brightening skin tone to restore skin’s innate translucency.
⚫ Efficacy testing confirms that 4 weeks of continuous use improves fine lines and enlarged pores made more visible by dryness.
⚫ Features a clear, natural floral scent that purifies both skin and mind, lifting away dullness.
⚫ Environmentally‑considered packaging. The outer box uses FSC‑certified paper and eliminates the previously used plastic wrap. Plant‑based resin bottles (biomass PET) reduce CO₂ emissions. Eco‑refills are available to reduce plastic usage and associated CO₂ emissions during disposal.
⚫ A newly upgraded, contemporary bottle design. Retains Sekkisei’s symbolic lapis‑blue "Sekkisei Blue" while adopting a beveled cap and adjusted curves for a modern touch.
Dual Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate refers to Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate SW, the first active ingredient certified by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare for both "whitening" and "moisturizing & roughness prevention."
※¹ Caused by dryness ※² To the stratum corneum ※³ Natural‑origin index based on ISO 16128 standards ※⁴ Brand‑internal comparison