Name: Water Elixir Serum & Essence
Brand: S-Japan
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PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE GUIDE

Water Elixir Skin Prep

Updated 5/2024

Product Knowledge Guide

Feel a noticeable improvement in your skin with Sonia Roselli's Water Elixir Skin Prep—a luxurious facial treatment essence, ceramide serum, and Japanese-made lotion that enhances your skincare routine. Infused with healing Onsen water and botanical extracts, it hydrates, balances, and primes your skin, soothing redness and leaving it feeling silky soft. Treat your skin to the best face serum, preparing it to glow, feel calm, refreshed, and ready for the day.

Deep Hydration: Attracting and retaining moisture in the skin, this ceramide serum provides lasting hydration throughout the day. Its advanced formula penetrates deep into the skin layers to replenish moisture where it's needed most.
Restores Skin Barrier: Strengthens and fortifies the skin’s natural barrier, protecting against environmental stressors and preventing moisture loss. This hydrating serum helps maintain skin integrity and resilience.
Reduces Redness and Irritation: Calms and soothes sensitive skin, reducing surface redness and irritation with its gentle, healing ingredients. It promotes a more even skin tone and a comfortable complexion.
Balances pH Levels: Maintains the skin's optimal pH balance, crucial for healthy skin function. Balancing acidity levels supports a natural, vibrant skin appearance.
Enhances Skincare Absorption: Primes the skin to effectively absorb subsequent skincare products, maximizing their benefits and ensuring they penetrate deeply for enhanced efficacy.
Antioxidant Protection: Formulated with potent antioxidants, it shields the skin from free radical damage, helping to prevent premature aging and environmental stress.
Repairs Skin Damage: Targets and repairs skin damage, helping to restore a healthier, more resilient skin barrier.
Firms, Tightens, and Rejuvenates: Promotes firmer, tighter skin with a rejuvenated appearance, contributing to a more youthful complexion.
Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Reduces inflammation and soothes irritated skin, promoting a calmer complexion and minimizing discomfort.
Enhances Skin Radiance: Boosts skin luminosity and brightness, giving the complexion a healthy glow and youthful appearance.
Improves Skin Texture: Smooths and refines skin texture, reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and rough patches for softer, more even skin.
Nourishes and Revitalizes: Delivers essential nutrients and vitamins to nourish and revitalize the skin, promoting overall skin health and vitality.
Soothing Sensation: Provides a luxurious sensory experience with a soothing sensation upon application, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Skin Hydration: Keep your skin hydrated and youthful with ingredients like glycerin, sodium PCA, and sodium hyaluronate. They work together to lock in moisture all day, smoothing fine lines and keeping your skin looking vibrant.
Texture Improvement: Smooth and strengthen your skin with ceramides and hydrolyzed rice extract. They enhance your skin's resilience and even out its texture, giving you a softer, more uniform complexion.
Antioxidant Protection: Defend your skin from daily damage with superoxide dismutase. It fights free radicals to prevent premature aging, leaving your skin healthy and glowing.
Soothing Effects: Reduce redness and irritation with Rosa Centifolia and citrus junos extracts. They calm your skin, restoring balance and comfort.
Youthful Radiance: Enhance your natural glow with our blend of ingredients. Experience a brighter, revitalized complexion that reflects your inner beauty.
Fragrance-Free: Enjoy a gentle skincare routine with our fragrance-free formula. It's perfect for sensitive skin, with a mild natural scent from Rosa Centifolia water that fades quickly.

Water Elixir is a luxurious facial treatment essence that helps you achieve youthful and radiant skin. This powerful formula uses ceramide serum to nurture your skin's natural barrier. Add it to your skincare routine to boost the benefits of your other treatments. Suitable for all skin types, especially those with sensitive and mature skin, Water Elixir Skin Prep helps you get the most out of your regimen.

Experience deep hydration, soothing relief, and balanced skin with Water Elixir, crucial for maintaining healthy, radiant skin. Its soothing formula is a lifeline for sensitive or irritated skin, reducing redness and providing calming relief, ensuring your skin feels calm, comfortable, and beautifully cared for.

What is TEWL?

TEWL stands for Transepidermal Water Loss

It's when water escapes from the deeper layers of your skin and evaporates into the air

It's a normal process that helps keep your skin hydrated and healthy

Why is TEWL important?

Too much TEWL can cause skin problems like:

Dryness
Irritation
Increased sensitivity

As you age, your skin's natural barrier gets weaker, which can lead to more TEWL and dry, irritated skin

Skin conditions like eczema, rosacea and psoriasis can also increase TEWL and make symptoms worse

How is TEWL measured?

Dermatologists and researchers use a device called a Tewameter to measure TEWL

It helps them understand how well your skin barrier is working and overall skin health

They use this information to test how well skincare products and treatments work

How can you reduce TEWL and keep your skin healthy?

Follow a good skincare routine:
Gently clean your skin
Moisturize regularly
Protect your skin from the sun

Ingredients for Preventing TEWL and Strengthening the Skin Barrier

Ceramides: Essential for maintaining the skin barrier and preventing moisture loss.
Hyaluronic Acid: Attracts and retains moisture in the skin.
Glycerin: A humectant that draws moisture into the skin.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Improves skin barrier function and reduces water loss.
Panthenol (Vitamin B5): Attracts moisture and has barrier-enhancing properties.
Cholesterol: Crucial for maintaining the skin barrier and hydration.
Fatty Acids (e.g., linoleic acid, oleic acid): Support the integrity and function of the skin barrier.
Squalane: Mimics the skin’s natural oils, providing hydration and barrier protection.
Shea Butter: Moisturizes and forms a protective barrier on the skin.
Jojoba Oil: Provides moisture and protection, mimicking natural skin oils.
Sunflower Seed Oil: Rich in linoleic acid, helps to maintain the skin barrier.
Colloidal Oatmeal: Soothes and restores the skin barrier.
Allantoin: Soothes and promotes cell regeneration, supporting the skin barrier.
Petrolatum: An occlusive agent that prevents water loss by forming a barrier on the skin.
Dimethicone: Forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing water loss.
Sodium PCA: A humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.
Aloe Vera: Hydrates and has soothing, anti-inflammatory properties.
Snail Mucin: Contains hyaluronic acid and glycoproteins that hydrate and repair the skin barrier.
Beta-Glucan: Soothes, moisturizes, and supports the skin barrier.
Fatty Alcohols (e.g., cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol): Soften and hydrate the skin, enhancing texture and barrier function.

Additional tips for improving TEWL and maintaining a healthy skin barrier for aging skin:

Use lukewarm water: Hot water can strip your skin of its natural oils and increase TEWL. Use lukewarm water when cleansing your face and body.

Avoid over-cleansing: Cleansing too frequently or using harsh cleansers can disrupt your skin barrier and increase TEWL. Stick to gentle cleansers and cleanse no more than twice a day.

Apply moisturizer on damp skin: Applying moisturizer while your skin is still slightly damp can help lock in hydration and reduce TEWL.

Use a humidifier: Low humidity levels can increase TEWL. Using a humidifier in your home or office can help keep your skin hydrated.

Protect your skin from extreme temperatures: Both hot and cold temperatures can damage your skin barrier and increase TEWL. Protect your skin by wearing appropriate clothing and avoiding prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures.

Manage stress: Stress can weaken your skin barrier and increase TEWL. Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation, deep breathing, or yoga.

Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water helps keep your skin hydrated from the inside out.

Eat a balanced diet: A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats can provide your skin with the nutrients it needs to maintain a strong barrier.

Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption: Both smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can dehydrate your skin and increase TEWL.

Use a silk or satin pillowcase: Cotton pillowcases can absorb moisture from your skin. Switching to a silk or satin pillowcase can help reduce friction and keep your skin hydrated while you sleep.

Limit exfoliation frequency: Depending on your skin type and the products you use, you should generally exfoliate no more than 1-3 times per week. If you have sensitive skin, you may need to exfoliate even less frequently.

Choose gentle exfoliants: Opt for mild, non-abrasive exfoliants like lactic acid, mandelic acid, or polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) instead of harsh physical scrubs or high-concentration alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs).

Start slowly: When introducing a new exfoliant into your routine, start with the lowest concentration and frequency, gradually increasing as your skin tolerates it.

Listen to your skin: If your skin feels tight, dry, itchy, or looks red and irritated after exfoliating, you may be over-exfoliating. Reduce the frequency or switch to a gentler product.

Moisturize after exfoliating: Always follow up exfoliation with a nourishing moisturizer to help replenish your skin's hydration and support its barrier function.

Don't combine too many active ingredients: Avoid using multiple exfoliating products or combining exfoliants with other potentially irritating active ingredients like retinoids or vitamin C in the same routine.

Remember, the goal of exfoliation is to gently remove dead skin cells and unclog pores, not to strip your skin of its natural defenses.

By exfoliating mindfully and taking steps to support your skin's barrier function, you can improve your skin's health and appearance while minimizing the risk of increased TEWL.

Remember, everyone's skin is different, so what works for one person may not work for another.

UV Radiation: This is a well-documented stressor that contributes to premature aging, hyperpigmentation, and increased risk of skin cancer. Both UVA and UVB rays can damage DNA in skin cells and degrade collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles and sagging. The impact on the skin barrier and increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is also supported by dermatological studies.

Air Pollution: Pollutants like particulate matter, ozone, and nitrogen dioxide have been shown to produce free radicals that damage skin cells, accelerate aging, and contribute to inflammatory skin conditions. Pollution can clog pores and exacerbate acne, as well as dull the skin's appearance due to oxidative stress.

Harsh Weather: Extreme temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds can dehydrate the skin, increasing TEWL and causing dryness, itchiness, and irritation. Cold weather often leads to dry skin due to reduced sebum production and low humidity levels, while hot weather can increase sweating and sebum production, potentially clogging pores.

Blue Light: Recent studies indicate that prolonged exposure to blue light from digital devices can generate free radicals, leading to skin aging and possibly hyperpigmentation. However, the extent of these effects is less understood compared to UV radiation, and more research is needed to fully understand the impact.

Protective Measures:

Wearing Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen: This is the most effective way to protect against UVA and UVB rays. A minimum SPF of 30 is recommended by dermatologists to shield the skin from sun damage.
Using Antioxidant-Rich Skincare Products: Antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin E, resveratrol, and green tea extract help neutralize free radicals and protect the skin from oxidative damage caused by environmental stressors.
Thorough Cleansing: Removing pollutants and impurities is crucial to prevent clogged pores and maintain skin health. A gentle, pH-balanced cleanser is recommended to avoid stripping the skin of its natural oils.
Protecting Skin from Harsh Weather: Using a humidifier in dry environments, wearing protective clothing in cold or windy weather, and avoiding prolonged exposure to hot temperatures help maintain skin hydration and barrier function.
Limiting Blue Light Exposure: While the research is emerging, reducing screen time and using blue light filters can potentially minimize the impact of blue light on the skin.
Supporting the Skin Barrier: Ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide are essential for reinforcing the skin barrier, maintaining hydration, and preventing TEWL.

By taking these proactive steps, you can effectively minimize the harmful effects of environmental stressors and maintain a healthy, youthful complexion.

Frequency: Apply twice daily, morning and night, after cleansing. For extra hydration and soothing, you can also use it throughout the day as needed. Even on top of makeup.

Application Areas: Use on the face and neck.

Method: Dispense a small amount into your palms or use the Skin Prep Brush for more precise application. Gently pat or massage into the skin until fully absorbed.

Complementary Products: Follow with your favorite serum and moisturizer for best results.

Contains ingredients derived from soy and silk. Perform a patch test if you have known allergies.

At Sonia Roselli Beauty, we prioritize product quality and safety.

However, individual sensitivities and allergies vary, so we encourage customers to review the ingredient lists on our product pages here: Sonia Roselli Beauty Ingredients.

While we strive to prevent cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee our products are completely free from all allergens, as our facility processes various ingredients. Customers are responsible for assessing their own sensitivities and allergies when using our products. Your purchase acknowledges the risks associated with individual allergies.

As a Primer: Apply under makeup to improve its longevity and appearance.
Cooling Application: Store in the fridge for extra relief in hot weather or for sensitive skin conditions.
Enhance Absorption: Use a jade roller or gently massage your face to help the lotion penetrate deeper.
Layering: Apply before serums or creams to enhance their absorption.
Mixing: Combine with your foundation, concealer, or blush for smoother application and a dewy finish.

AM Routine

Sexapeel (1-3x a Week): Use this for gentle exfoliation as needed. Follow with a rinse or use micellar water.
Water Elixir: After exfoliating or on non-exfoliation days, apply to hydrate and prepare the skin.
Eye Cream: Hydrate and minimize the appearance of fine lines around the eyes.
Serum: Select a serum suited to your skin concerns like hydration, brightening, or healthy aging.
Water Oil: Adds extra hydration and helps lock in the serum benefits.
Water Balm: Prepares the skin for makeup, ensuring smooth application.
Lip Care: Nourish the lips to prevent and treat dryness.
Sunscreen: Protect the skin from UV damage and prevent further aging signs.
Foundation: Complete your routine with a foundation that suits your skin type and coverage needs.

PM Routine

Cleansing: Use the Japanese Cleansing Oil to remove sunscreen, makeup, and daily impurities thoroughly.
Water Elixir: Apply after cleansing to soothe and hydrate the skin.
Eye Serum: Target specific concerns like puffiness or dark circles.
Eye Cream: Layer over the serum for added moisture and protection.
Serums: Use night serums focused on repair and rejuvenation.
Water Oil: Seal in the serums and provide additional hydration.
Intense Barrier Cream: Use this rich cream at night for deep moisturization and skin barrier repair.
Water Balm: Lock in moisture for comprehensive overnight nourishment. Apply extra as a mask, wear for 20 minutes, then massage in on days you're super dehydrated.

onsen-sui, glycerin, water, butylene glycol, rosa centifolia flower water, pentylene glycol, ceramides, phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate, hydrogenated lecithin, superoxide dismutase, hydrolyzed rice extract, malic acid, sodium dilauramidoglutamide lysine, citrus junos fruit extract, prunus mume fruit extract, sodium pca, betaine, sorbitol, glycine, alanine, proline, serine, threonine, arginine, lysine, glutamic acid, glycosyl trehalose, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, sodium hyaluronate, oryza sativa (rice) lees extract, lactobacillus/soy milk ferment filtrate, glycine soja (soybean) seed extract, hydrolyzed silk, polyglyceryl-10 laurate, tocopherol, 1,2-hexanediol, disodium succinate, phenoxyethanol

Onsen-Sui (Japanese Hot Spring Water): Heals and rejuvenates the skin.
Glycerin: A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin.
Water: The base for the formulation.
Butylene Glycol: Enhances the skin’s ability to retain moisture.
Rosa Centifolia Flower Water: Soothes and tones the skin, reducing redness and irritation.
Pentylene Glycol: A moisturizing agent that also helps to improve the skin's texture.
Ceramides: Essential for maintaining the skin's barrier and preventing moisture loss.
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate: Conditions and softens the skin.
Hydrogenated Lecithin: Helps improve the skin's barrier function.
Superoxide Dismutase: Provides antioxidant protection.
Hydrolyzed Rice Extract: Improves skin texture and elasticity.
Malic Acid: Helps exfoliate and renew the skin.
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine: Conditions the skin.
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract: Soothes and calms the skin.
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract: Rich in antioxidants, helps protect the skin.
Sodium PCA: A natural moisturizing factor that keeps the skin hydrated.
Betaine: Provides hydration and improves skin texture.
Sorbitol: A humectant that helps to retain moisture.
Glycine, Alanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Arginine, Lysine, Glutamic Acid: Amino acids that nourish and strengthen the skin.
Glycosyl Trehalose: A sugar that helps to hydrate and protect the skin.
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate: A moisturizing agent.
Sodium Hyaluronate: Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Lees Extract: Conditions and brightens the skin.
Lactobacillus/Soy Milk Ferment Filtrate: Helps to nourish and soothe the skin.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract: Provides antioxidant benefits.
Hydrolyzed Silk: Improves skin texture and hydration.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate: A gentle emulsifier.
Tocopherol: A form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant protection.
1,2-Hexanediol: A moisturizing agent.
Disodium Succinate: Helps to condition the skin.
Phenoxyethanol: A preservative to ensure product safety and longevity.

The Fabulous Superoxide Dismutase:

Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is a powerful antioxidant enzyme that plays a crucial role in protecting your skin from oxidative stress. This enzyme neutralizes superoxide radicals, which are harmful molecules that can cause premature aging, inflammation, and skin damage. By incorporating SOD into Water Elixir, the lotion helps to defend your skin against environmental aggressors, reduce inflammation, and promote a youthful, radiant complexion. Its ability to combat free radicals makes it an essential ingredient for maintaining healthy, resilient skin.

Japanese lotions have a rich history rooted in the country's cultural approach to skincare. Unlike Western skincare, which often focuses on treating specific problems, Japanese skincare aims to keep skin healthy through hydration and balance. This idea has shaped the use of lotions, also known as "skin conditioners" or "skin softeners," for centuries.

Cultural Significance: In Japan, skincare is an important part of daily self-care. It promotes both physical beauty and mental well-being. This holistic view encourages routines that focus on gentle, nurturing care and hydration.

Traditional Ingredients: Historically, Japanese lotions have used natural ingredients like camellia oil and rice bran. These were chosen because they nourish and protect the skin, reflecting Japan's preference for natural and effective skincare.

Evolution: Over time, these traditional recipes have been improved with modern science. Today’s Japanese lotions combine these time-honored ingredients with new technology to provide even better hydration and skin conditioning.

Modern Influence: Japanese skincare has become popular worldwide. Many people now use these practices in their routines. This global trend has led to more innovation in Japanese lotions, making them suitable for many skin types and needs.

Holistic Routine: Japanese lotions are a versatile step in a complete skincare routine. They are not just an extra step but an essential one that makes serums, oils, and creams work better. This is especially good for aging, sensitive skin, which needs gentle and consistent hydration.

Japanese lotions, like Water Elixir, are celebrated for their ability to deeply hydrate and soothe the skin. They stay true to their roots while embracing modern advancements, making them a standout choice for anyone looking to keep their skin healthy, balanced, and beautiful.

How They Differ from Western Toners:

Purpose: Western toners are typically used to remove leftover makeup and cleanser from the skin. They often contain astringent ingredients like alcohol. In contrast, Japanese lotions focus on hydrating and preparing the skin for further treatment.
Formulation: Western toners often have a higher alcohol content, which can be drying, especially for sensitive skin. Japanese lotions, however, are designed to hydrate and soothe the skin, making them better for sensitive and aging skin.

Makeup Meets Skincare: You can mix Water Elixir with any makeup product, such as foundation or concealer, to turn it into a skincare treatment. This not only gives you a dewy, natural finish but also infuses your makeup routine with hydration and skincare benefits.
Instant Comfort for Dehydrated Skin: Water Elixir is a savior for dehydrated skin. Its hydrating ingredients penetrate deeply, making your skin feel more comfortable and alleviating that tight, dry feeling almost instantly.
Calms Redness: Water Elixir contains soothing botanical extracts that help calm redness and irritation. Applying it can provide immediate relief and improve the appearance of red, irritated skin.
Sheer Out Facial Oils: If you find facial oils too heavy, you can mix a few drops of Water Elixir with your oil. This sheers out the oil, making it lighter and easier to apply while still delivering all the nourishing benefits.
Midday Refresh: Carry a small bottle of Water Elixir in your bag and use it throughout the day to refresh and hydrate your skin. A quick pat can revive your makeup and give your skin a boost of moisture, especially in dry environments.

These versatile uses make Water Elixir a must-have in any skincare and makeup routine, providing multiple benefits in one simple step.

Water Elixir Skin Prep by Sonia Roselli Beauty is designed with both elegance and functionality in mind. Here are the key details about its packaging:

Bottle Design: Water Elixir comes in a sleek, elegant frosted glass bottle. The glass material preserves the integrity of the ingredients by protecting them from air and light, which can degrade the product over time.
Precision Dispensing: The bottle is crafted to dispense just the right amount of product, minimizing waste. This ensures you get the most out of every drop and maintain consistent application.
Luxurious Feel: The weight and quality of the glass bottle provide a luxurious feel, making your skincare routine feel more special and indulgent.
Eco-Friendly: The use of glass, a recyclable material, makes the packaging more environmentally friendly compared to plastic alternatives. Sonia Roselli Beauty is committed to sustainability and strives to make conscious choices whenever possible.
Size: The bottle contains 60 ml (2.0 fl oz) of product, which is perfect for regular use and convenient for travel.
Ease of Use: The bottle is designed for easy handling, and the dispenser ensures a controlled application, whether you are using it at home or on the go.

By combining functionality with aesthetics, the packaging of Water Elixir enhances your overall skincare experience, making it a delightful addition to your routine.