A sister to the iconic anti-ageing Ultimune Power Infusing Serum, this new lightweight, hydrating oil not only boosts skin radiance but also helps improve visible signs of ageing, for the skin all over your body, scalp, and hair, too. Meet the latest multi-benefit beauty buy, Ultimune Power Infusing Oil, set to become another Japanese icon, by editor Trudi Brewer.
Image BeautyEQ. The power couple: Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum, from $199 and new Ultimune Power Infusing Oil, $130.
When it comes to skincare innovations, Japanese beauty brand Shiseido is at the forefront of boosting skin resilience. Case in point: Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum. Since its launch in 2014, it has addressed common skin issues such as fine lines, dryness, acne, and irritation, with cutting-edge technology.
To refresh your memory: Ultimune Power Infusing Serum’s potency lies in its active ingredients, which are based on the Japanese camellia flower.
Grown in harsh conditions on Goto Island, the regenerative plant helps maintain the skin's moisture barrier, which is key to healthy, balanced skin that ages well.
Ultimune’s biofermented camellia seed oil is rich in oleic and linoleic acids (omega-6) and squalene, which help keep the skin hydrated, as do vitamins A, B, and E, which are essential for skin health. It also contains polyphenols and flavonoids, which offer powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties to help fight free radicals. But the true potency of this serum lies in the tiny molecular size of its ingredients, which quickly absorb due to its gel-like consistency. Now that serum has a sister, Ultimune Power Infusing Oil, which not only helps with skin radiance all over the body but also harnesses its fortifying abilities to give your hair a glossy finish.
What’s in it?
Fermented camellia seed oil, that famous moisture magnet hyaluronic acid and the buzz ingredient that nourishes dry skin, ectoin. A tiny amino acid molecule, or osmolyte, ecotin, binds to water (in the same way hyaluronic acid does) to protect skin cells against damage. It provides a nourishing, stabilising, and hydrating shell around skin cells to reduce oxidative stress - hence, it’s dubbed the bodyguard. Together, these ingredients in a lightweight oil formula help to visibly reduce the signs of ageing and promote radiant-looking hair and skin. Ultimune Power Infusing Oil, $130.
Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Oil, $130.
Why do we like it?
Disclaimer: We are beauty oil fans. Why? Its versatility is second to none. As skin ages, it becomes dry and often sensitive. A lightweight plant oil like this has the same molecular structure as the natural oil our skin produces, so it works in synergy to strengthen the skin's outer layer, fortifying its barrier and sealing in moisture. Also, contrary to popular belief, plant oils can help regulate overzealous oil production, making them suitable for oily or acne-prone skin too.
This new Ultimune Power Infusing Oil sinks into the skin in seconds, without leaving a greasy residue. It smells absolutely divine, thanks to its fresh citrus-floral scent. But what really sets this oil apart is the instant healthy glow it imparts. For the skin, you press it into your face day or night, as you would a serum, and it plays nicely with other products you layer on top. For the body (especially the legs), it leaves a hydrating sheen. It reduces hair frizz and adds brilliant shine, and a few drops in the bath will give dry skin a new lease on life. It’s a multi-benefit champion of hydration, packed with ingredients your skin, scalp, and hair will adore.
A multi-purpose silky oil that hydrates the skin, scalp and hair.