People close to me know that I was struggling from adult acne this time last year. The situation went worst when I started working in a law firm. I always thought that I was breaking out because of stress. But lately did I realize that stress is not the only thing that made me breakout. I was not eating healthy nor drinking enough water. And I was not taking good care of my skin.

I started watching Korean skincare videos on Youtube to have ideas of products that I could get here in the Philippines. After a few months, I had a good amount of Korean facial wash, cleansing balms and creams but nothing seemed to work. I even went to the dermatologist and got myself a facial and some products that specifically fight acne but nothing worked.

Instead, I started using makeup. Yes. I started to wear makeup when I was breaking out. Such a bad idea. I know right? But I had to cover up the pimples. I was already working and I had to look my best during client meetings and court appearances. I have been using Laneige BB Cushion for about two to three months. It had a very nice coverage but my acne was not getting any better.

So I watched more Youtube videos and most, if not all of them, mentioned how effective and “expensive” SK-II Facial Treatment Essence (“FTE”) was. Hahaha. So when I went to Guam, USA last December for vacation, I decided to get myself the smallest bottle to try out. And I got to say that it really helped improve the texture and condition of my face after a month of use.

I use the FTE every morning and evening right after washing my face. It is pretty expensive so I just put four to five drops on a cotton pad and apply it first on my nose, then to my chin and forehead and then the rest on my cheeks.

I cannot say that the FTE stopped my breakouts. I do still get pimples but only small and manageable ones. I noticed that my acne scars has also lightened up and are gradually disappearing. I have more or less half of the bottle left. So far, from the looks of it, I will definitely be getting the full size. I just have to start saving money for it. Hehehe.