The 6-step self-care skincare routine to relax your way to radiant, crystal clear skin

Step 1: Don’t skip the cleanser

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Being indoors a lot more (and not wearing as much makeup) does not mean that your skin is less dirty. It still produces sebum, and is still exposed to fine dust, free radicals, chemicals and other indoor pollutants, which cling to your skin’s surface.

That’s why proper cleansing twice a day is crucial – it's the first step your skin needs to repair itself and keep those blemishes at bay.

You want a dedicated cleanser that will remove all traces of makeup (even that barely there pat of liquid foundation and lipstick you applied for this morning’s Zoom call) and dirt, while soothing and calming skin.

This foaming cleanser contains SK-II’s patented PITERA™, as well as white willow extract, which is rich in salicylic acid, to help exfoliate dead skin cells, balance excess sebum and give you a silky, smooth complexion. After cleansing, your skin will feel soft and clean, not tight and dried out, which is exactly what we love in a cleanser.

SK-II Facial Treatment Gentle Cleanser, $93

Step 2: Use a facial essence

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To prep skin for serum and moisturiser, use this anti-ageing essence (also known as the Facial Treatment Essence), lovingly dubbed “Miracle Water” by its legions of fans worldwide for the way it transforms the skin. We’ve seen users say they’ll never stop using it because their skin is just simply better than it used to be.

How SK-II PITERA™ Essence works: It infuses skin with hydration and helps support skin cell renewal to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin. It also improves elasticity and tone by lifting and firming the skin with each application. Our favourite way to apply this is to pat it into clean, dry skin and allow the essence to absorb fully. This way, we don’t waste a single drop.

SK-II PITERA™ Essence, $289

Step 3: Keep those spots at bay with a brightening serum

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PSA: Working from home? Spending lots more time indoors? Have half your face covered by a mask when you head out? You still need to apply sunscreen. Why? Because UV rays aren’t just outside. They can come in through your windows at home or in the car, and this can lead to visible age spots and dull skin.

To tackle pigmentation and achieve clearer, more radiant skin, apply SK-II Genoptics Aura Essence. This anti-ageing serum came about after an SK-II study found that UV rays damage skin by making it look cloudy and dull, while producing hidden, invisible spots in skin – both of which make skin look much less radiant.

The lightweight formula contains active brightening ingredients and PITERA™, to clarify and even out the complexion. With regular use, your skin will appear less “cloudy” and more radiant. Bonus: Each bottle has an auto-fill dropper – one full pump releases the optimal amount for every application, removing the guesswork.

SK-II Genoptics Aura Essence, $199

Step 4: Always moisturise

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Our friends tell us they are cutting down on moisturiser during this at-home period. We’re telling them: don’t. A moisturiser doesn’t just impart moisture to your skin, it also keeps said moisture in.

To infuse your skin with deep moisture and hydration, SK-II R.N.A. Power Airy Milky Lotion contains RNArchitect Complex and PITERA™, which instantly smooth and deliver a youthful-looking glow. They also give what SK-II calls “multi-dimensional firmness” – skin looks firm from every angle, and pores look visibly smaller, no matter your age.

The whipped, creamy formula is designed to slow down the loss of elasticity and firmness, and reduce the appearance of crepey skin. It also gives a smooth base for applying makeup.

SK-II R.N.A. Power Airy Milky Lotion, $149

Step 5: Eye creams are necessary

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Did you know that your eyes look smaller over time? A 15-year SK-II study found that they appear 20 per cent smaller as you age. The reason: a gradual decrease in skin firmness in the eye area. To attain a smooth, well-rested canvas, an eye cream can help brighten and stimulate the blood circulation around the eyes so you look more awake. If you’ve been spending late nights binge-watching your favourite Netflix series, an eye cream is also useful to combat those emerging eye bags.

In this eye cream, RNArchitect Complex, the same ingredient used in the SK-II R.N.A. Power Airy Milky Lotion, helps improve all-round skin firmness in the eye area, which helps the eyes look brighter, more supple and younger.

With the help of lupine extract, a firming ingredient, the eye cream targets the delicate skin around the eyes and restores suppleness. It also sinks into skin easily, leaving the area feeling moisturised, never parched.

SK-II R.N.A. Power Eye Cream Radical New Age, $149

Step 6: A pampering facial mask

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To complete your skincare routine and give it a mega dose of skin-loving hydration, this sheet mask should be part of your beauty arsenal.

The mask is made of 100 per cent cotton substrate, which holds a substantial amount of SK-II’s star ingredient PITERA™. It’s designed to fit comfortably over the facial contours, especially around tricky areas such as around the eyes and mouth.

Leave it on for 20 minutes, then remove the mask and massage excess liquid (and all the goodness of PITERA™) into your face. It’s suitable for all skin types, and you’ll notice how much more refreshed and radiant skin is after.

And during these post-circuit breaker times, it’s perfect for when your skin is feeling dry from long-hours of wearing your protective masks. Just use it twice a week for a hydration reset. It’s a skin pick-me-up to help you get ready to face the world, glowing.

SK-II Facial Treatment Mask, $127 for six pieces



This 6-step pampering skincare routine is all the TLC skin needs during this period, to help it get into the best shape for when things become (the new) normal.

Visit the SK-II website to find out more – you can get these products online, at SK-II’s LazMall flagship store, and in stores to kickstart your new upgraded skincare routine.

Brought to you by SK-II. All opinions are our own.