When Japanese skincare brand KOSÉ recently launched in the UK exclusive to blow LTD, it caused us some excitement here at team StyleNest. Not only is it one of the top 3 skincare brands in Japan, but with more than 80% of women reporting in trials a visible wrinkle reduction in just four weeks, StyleNest naturally couldn´t wait to try it.

For centuries geishas bathed in sake, Japan´s famous rice wine, even using it as a facial serum on their flawless skin before applying make-up. It may seem an unusual weapon of choice for anti-ageing, but it now appears that they may have been onto something. After researching the anti-ageing properties of rice, KOSÉ have discovered a powerful anti-ageing ingredient, Rice Power Extract Number 11. It is this extract that is the key ingredient in all of KOSÉ´s products, which along with it´s anti-ageing properties, also promises to smooth, soften, and hydrate the skin.

KOSÉ have also made their range refreshingly easy-to-use, simple 3-step regime, with products suitable for all skin types. Start with KOSÉ´s Cleanser, containing traditional Japanese ingredients such Green Tea extract and Sakura Leaf extract, before following with the KOSÉ Cell Radiance Refine & Refresh Concentrated Serum, which with it´s super light texture, sinks straight into the skin to start working immediately. Next, lock in the serum with a layer of KOSÉ Cell Radiance Replenish & Renew Moisturizing Cream, containing the powerful Rice Power Extract Number 11, as well as an anti-ageing mix of amino acids, peptides and glucoses to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and maintain the skin´s firmness. Finish with StyleNest´s highlight product from the range, the KOSÉ Cell Radiance Revive & Revitalize Moisturising Eye Cream, which has a rich, moisturising texture to hydrate, but without causing puffiness.

One of the quickest regimes we have used so far, we loved the simplicity of the range, not to mention how soft and supple our skin felt when using it. KOSÉ have taken what was once the beauty secret of geishas to become the modern woman´s anti-ageing weapon, and of course, if it´s good enough for geishas, it´s good enough for StyleNest!

KOSÉ is available exclusively at www.blowltd.com