I have used SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence nightly, for almost 4 weeks. I wash my face, allow it to completely dry, and apply one drop full of SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence to the palm of my hand and spread it evenly across my face. After it dries (which is pretty quick) I apply a thin layer of moisturizer to lock it in. I am not sure if the moisturizer step is necessary, but it does feel good.Honestly, I seen a difference after the first night of using this. When I woke up, my face had a dewy glow, like I had just gotten a facial. Over the next few days my pores became smaller and much less noticeable. Now, almost a month into using this serum, friends/coworkers have noticed the improvements of my face. My pores have drastically improved, my dark spots have faded, ... MoreI have used SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence nightly, for almost 4 weeks. I wash my face, allow it to completely dry, and apply one drop full of SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence to the palm of my hand and spread it evenly across my face. After it dries (which is pretty quick) I apply a thin layer of moisturizer to lock it in. I am not sure if the moisturizer step is necessary, but it does feel good.Honestly, I seen a difference after the first night of using this. When I woke up, my face had a dewy glow, like I had just gotten a facial. Over the next few days my pores became smaller and much less noticeable. Now, almost a month into using this serum, friends/coworkers have noticed the improvements of my face. My pores have drastically improved, my dark spots have faded, and my skin is noticeably brighter. Because of the improvements in my skin tone, I am now comfortable with wearing a lighter-coverage foundation. (I was using a medium-coverage foundation prior to this). My face looks fresh and healthy, which is due to using this serum and being able to scale down on my foundation coverage. I am anxious to find out how much more improvement I will experience after using this product for the recommended time, which is 8 weeks.The price is a little tough to swallow. But, for me, no other product has delivered all the results I am seeing with this one luxurious serum. For me, this works just as the description says it does.Extra notes: The bottle is pretty, but heavy. I wish the bottle was clear or had some sort of level gauge/level window. I wish the package had more direction/ instructions/recommendations on how and when to use.I dropper/cap combo is awesome, it provides me with just enough and I never feel like I am wasting any product. The smell is very light and very nice, to me it smells like a spa/yoga room. The serum is a tad thicker than I expected, but in a good way. It’s consistency makes it easy to apply and cover your face… If feels like it goes on with purpose.About me: I am in my early 30’s with an olive skin tone. I have combination skin, oily t-zone, large pores, clogged pores, uneven texture, dark spots, red spots, and my derm legit told me that I have “mature skin for my age.” I blame genetics, not wearing the correct amount/level of sunscreen, and frequenting the tanning bed way too much in my teens and early 20s. This serum has noticeable improved my skin and I would recommend giving it a try.

I was already using a high end face oil daily that I love, and I didn't expect to find anything that could compare to what I was using prior to trying SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence. The first time I applied it to my face, I think I added too much and used two droppers of cream, and I did break out a little with whiteheads. I'm 31, so I'm in that weird phase where you still have some hormonal acne but also have to contend with sun damage and wrinkles.The second time, I used one dropper full at night after washing my face, and when I woke up, I noticed that I have zero acne. Not only that, but the annoying stubborn lines and puffiness that are almost always under my eyes unless I have 10 hours of sleep and no allergies were GONE. My skin was plumper and radiant ... MoreI was already using a high end face oil daily that I love, and I didn't expect to find anything that could compare to what I was using prior to trying SK-II GenOptics Aura Essence. The first time I applied it to my face, I think I added too much and used two droppers of cream, and I did break out a little with whiteheads. I'm 31, so I'm in that weird phase where you still have some hormonal acne but also have to contend with sun damage and wrinkles.The second time, I used one dropper full at night after washing my face, and when I woke up, I noticed that I have zero acne. Not only that, but the annoying stubborn lines and puffiness that are almost always under my eyes unless I have 10 hours of sleep and no allergies were GONE. My skin was plumper and radiant without being shiny. It looked like I was wearing a little highlighter, but natural, and like I got a ton of sleep the night before, even though I didn't. My skin tone also looked more even, and my pores were much less noticeable.This stuff is magical unicorn blood. It is legitimately life changing. Given how expensive the cream is, I had absolutely no intention to buy it, but I love it so much, even more than my old face oil, that I can't imagine not having it and I plan to repurchase.I would say that if you're younger, this product might not do as much for you. But for someone in their 30's or 40's, using this cream will take years off your life and restore some of the glow and firmness of your youth you didn't even realize you lost. My skin looks better now that it ever has in my life.

I have been using the SK-II Aura Essenve for two weeks and absolutely love it! I have tried many different beauty products throughout my 30s, as having kids and past sun damage was leaving my with uneven skin tone, dark spots, and fine lines.When I first open the box, I could tell by the packaging that this was a premium product. The soft-touch dropper lid made the product easy to dispense. I simply dispensed one dropper full into my palm and spread evenly over my face and neck. While avoiding contact with my eyes.This product has a fresh floral scent. The scent is noticeable at first, but fades shortly after application of the product . The product absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving it feeling incredibly soft. That was one benefit of this product that I was ... MoreI have been using the SK-II Aura Essenve for two weeks and absolutely love it! I have tried many different beauty products throughout my 30s, as having kids and past sun damage was leaving my with uneven skin tone, dark spots, and fine lines.When I first open the box, I could tell by the packaging that this was a premium product. The soft-touch dropper lid made the product easy to dispense. I simply dispensed one dropper full into my palm and spread evenly over my face and neck. While avoiding contact with my eyes.This product has a fresh floral scent. The scent is noticeable at first, but fades shortly after application of the product . The product absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving it feeling incredibly soft. That was one benefit of this product that I was not expecting. My face felt the softest it has ever felt in adulthood after using this product.The product and the box that it comes in is quite plain, so I wasn't exactly sure what to expect as far as results. I let myself be surprised with this product, and the surprise was an amazing one. When I use this product, I feel like my face looks more evenly toned and the age spots that I have been developing seem to fade. This product does not cause any irritation or breakouts, which is perfect for my sensitive skin.I use this product both day and night. I also used it with and without make up. It works perfectly as a base under make up. I typically use a powder foundation, and found this created a smooth canvas to work with when applying make up to my face. Because the product it dries quickly, it is easy to incorporate into either a morning or night routine, or both! I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking to take a few years off their skin and have a face that is smooth and more evenly toned.