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Description
Kikumasamune Japanese Sake Skin Care Emulsion, sold in Japan as the "Milk Lotion" of the line, is a budget-friendly daily moisturiser built around Junmai sake fermentation liquid, three skin-identical ceramides (EOP, NP, AP), free amino acids and a touch of placental extract. Made by Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewing — a 1659-founded Hyogo brewery — it turns the brewer's heritage by-product into a calm, low-cost emulsion that suits most skin types.
Key benefits
- Generous 380 ml bottle at a sake-brewer price — meant for daily use on face and body.
- Powered by Junmai sake fermentation liquid — naturally rich in amino acids that condition the skin's surface.
- Three ceramides (Ceramide EOP, NP, AP) help reinforce the skin barrier alongside cholesterol and phytosphingosine.
- Light, non-sticky milk texture that absorbs quickly — comfortable for layering.
- Ships directly from our Kobe warehouse — original Japanese-domestic version.
Product details
| Brand | Kiku-Masamune (Kikumasamune Sake Brewing) |
|---|---|
| Product name (EN) | Kikumasamune Japanese Sake Skin Care Emulsion ("Milk Lotion") |
| Product name (JP) | 菊正宗 日本酒の乳液 |
| Category | Skincare — Moisturizer / Emulsion |
| Net content | 380 ml |
| Skin type | Most skin types — dry, normal, mildly sensitive; alcohol-free formula |
| Main concerns | Daily hydration, barrier support, mild dullness |
| Key ingredients | Sake (rice fermented liquid), amino acids, ceramides EOP/NP/AP, placental extract, arbutin, glycyrrhizinate |
| Country of origin | Japan (Hyogo) |
Who is this for
Recommended for adults of any age looking for a generous, no-frills daily emulsion. Particularly suitable if you like sheet-mask aftercare, body-and-face all-rounders, or a Japanese-pharmacy classic. The formula is alcohol-free (no ethanol / SD alcohol), so it tends to suit dry and reactive skin better than many "lotion" emulsions. Less ideal as a stand-alone product for very oily / acne-prone skin — the mineral oil content makes it more comfort-led than oil-balancing.
How to use
- After cleansing and applying toner / essence, dispense a coin-sized amount on your palm.
- Warm between palms for 1–2 seconds, then press into face and neck.
- For body, dispense more generously straight after the bath while skin is still damp.
- Follow with cream at night if your skin needs extra occlusion.
Tip: the same brand sells a matching High Moist Lotion (a toner). Used together, they form the classic Japanese two-step "lotion + emulsion" routine.
Full ingredients (INCI)
Water, Glycerin, Mineral Oil, Triethylhexanoin, Rice Fermented Liquid, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Leucine, Glycine, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Placental Extract, Arbutin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, PEG-9 Dimethicone, PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, (Acrylates / C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate) Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Phytic Acid, Behenyl Alcohol, Potassium Hydroxide, Silver Oxide, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance.
The Japanese package may list ingredients in Japanese characters; the order above follows the standard INCI declaration confirmed by INCIdecoder and RatzillaCosme.
Cautions
- For external use only; avoid contact with the eyes.
- Discontinue use if redness, itching or any irritation appears, and consult a dermatologist if it persists.
- Patch-test before first use if you have very reactive skin.
- Contains placental extract — please review the FAQ below if you follow halal guidelines.
- Contains a mild fragrance — avoid if you are fragrance-intolerant.
- Keep out of reach of children. Store away from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
Shipping & store notes
- Ships directly from our warehouse in Kobe, Japan.
- Processing time: 2–6 business days. Tracking number provided after dispatch.
- Import duties and taxes may apply depending on destination country.
- Opened cosmetics cannot be returned for hygiene and safety reasons.
Authenticity guarantee
Every Kikumasamune product at Tsujimoto Market is sourced directly from Japanese drugstore distribution and verified for authenticity. We never sell fakes or grey-market goods.
FAQ
Q: How is this different from the Kikumasamune "High Moist Lotion"?
A: The High Moist Lotion is a toner (the 化粧水 step). This one — "Milk Lotion" / "Emulsion" (乳液) — is the next step: thicker, with a milk-like texture, used after the toner to seal in hydration. Most users buy both together.
Q: Does it contain alcohol?
A: It does not contain ethanol or SD alcohol. The "sake" element is the fermented rice liquid (rich in amino acids), not active ethanol. Comfortable on dry and easily flushing skin.
Q: Is this product halal?
A: No — the formula contains placental extract, typically pork-derived in Japanese skincare. If you follow halal guidelines, please choose one of our placenta-free emulsions instead.
Q: Can I use it on my body?
A: Yes — that's a big part of why Japanese customers buy the 380 ml bottle. After a bath, while the skin is still slightly damp, dispense generously and press into arms, legs and décolletage.
Q: Is this the original Japanese-market version?
A: Yes — we source directly from Japanese drugstore channels and ship from our Kobe warehouse.
Q: How long does shipping take?
A: After dispatch from Kobe, most regions receive the parcel within 7–14 business days. Tracking is provided. Customs duties or VAT may apply.
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