SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Beauty

SK-II

Facial Treatment Essence

4.6 · 31,000 reviews
$190

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence — the luxury essence shoppers search dupes for.

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✓ Fans of essence who want this exact result

Where to Buy

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Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute

SK-II

Facial Treatment Essence

Pretty Skin

Galactomyces First Essence

mixsoon

Galactomyces Ferment Essence

Price$190$7$11
Rating★ 4.6(31,000 reviews)★ 4.8(50 reviews)★ 4.5(279 reviews)
TypeEssenceEssenceEssence
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Frequently asked questions

What is a good dupe for SK-II Facial Treatment Essence?

Pretty Skin Galactomyces First Essence is our top-ranked alternative (88% match) — High-concentration galactomyces ferment filtrate mirrors SK-II's signature Pitera (galactomyces) base for brightening and texture-refining at a fraction of the price.

Is there a cheaper alternative to SK-II Facial Treatment Essence?

Yes — Pretty Skin Galactomyces First Essence offers a similar result for $7 versus $190.

Where can I buy SK-II Facial Treatment Essence?

It's available at Sephora — see the "Where to Buy" links above for current prices.