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The $19 bottle that's been selling against SK-II Pitera for 15 years. 94% galactomyces ferment filtrate — the same fermented-yeast active SK-II built an empire on — in a water-thin essence format at a tenth of the price. Not identical to Pitera (the strain, fermentation process, and supporting formulation differ), but functionally very close. For fermented-essence curious people on a budget, this is the bottle.
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Starting Treatment Essence by Secret Key is formulated for normal, combination, dry, normal, mature skin. The $19 bottle that's been selling against SK-II Pitera for 15 years. 94% galactomyces ferment filtrate — the same fermented-yeast active SK-II built an empire on — in a water-thin essence format at a tenth of the price. Not identical to Pitera (the strain, fermentation process, and supporting formulation differ), but functionally very close. For fermented-essence curious people on a budget, this is the bottle.
The key active ingredients in Starting Treatment Essence are Adenosine, Niacinamide, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate. It's known for: 94% galactomyces ferment filtrate is the core active in SK-II Pitera and over 10 million bottles sold globally — the category-defining affordable fermented essence.
Yes, Starting Treatment Essence targets dullness, dryness, fine lines. 94% galactomyces ferment filtrate is the core active in SK-II Pitera
Starting Treatment Essence retails for around $19, which places it in the budget range for essences. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.
The main drawbacks to be aware of: fragrance present — the one concession to the budget price; not identical to SK-II — the Pitera strain is proprietary to Procter & Gamble; packaging feels dated.
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