Skincare Routine

· Supports soft, smooth, luminous “mochi skin” 
· Helps maintain the skin barrier instead of stripping it 
· Layers water-based hydration before richer products 
· Uses treatment products intentionally and in the correct order 
· Includes mineral bathing, gentle polishing, botanical oils, and cream sealing 
· Helps improve the look of dryness, dullness, fine lines, and crepey texture 
· Supports a calm, elegant beauty ritual for both morning radiance and evening renewal 
· Leaves skin feeling clean, hydrated, nourished, sealed, and beautifully polished 

Daily Morning 
Cleanse → Mizuhada Priming TonerSaisei Wrinkle Serum → Gua Sha → Mochi Hada CrèmeKōsei Oil → Sunscreen 

Daily Evening 
Oil Cleanse → Gentle Second Cleanse → Mizuhada Priming TonerSaisei Wrinkle Serum → Gua Sha → Mochi Hada CrèmeKōsei Oil 

Weekly Face Ritual 
Oil Cleanse → Gentle Second Cleanse → Kiyomizu Mud Mask → Gentle Exfoliation if needed → Mizuhada TonerSaisei Serum → Gua Sha → Mochi Hada CrèmeKōsei Oil 

Weekly Body Ritual 
Sakura Silk Milk Bath → Geisha Sugar Body Scrub → Pat Dry → Mizuhada Toner if desired → Mochi Hada CrèmeKōsei Oil 

The morning routine is designed to refresh, hydrate, soften, and protect the skin for the day ahead.  

1. Gentle Refresh Cleanse  
Begin with a gentle cleanse of warm water rinse to remove overnight oils, sweat, and residue without stripping the skin.  

Purpose:  
· Refreshes the skin without over-cleansing  
· Helps preserve the natural moisture barrier  
· Prepares the skin for hydration and treatment  
· Keeps skin from feeling tight, dry, or irritated  

2. Mizuhada Priming Toner  
Apply Mizuhada Priming Toner to the face, neck, and décolleté while the skin is still slightly damp. Gently press or massage into the skin using upward motions.  

In traditional Asian skin care, toner is used as a hydrating softening step, not a harsh astringent. This step prepares the skin to better receive treatment products.  

Purpose:  
· Adds water-based hydration  
· Softens and plumps the look of the skin  
· Helps reduce the appearance of dryness-related fine lines  
· Creates a smooth, dewy foundation for the rest of the routine  
· Prepares the skin for serum, cream, and oil  

 3. Saisei Wrinkle Serum 
Apply Saisei Wrinkle Serum as a targeted treatment to fine lines, deeper creases, and areas needing extra renewal support. Focus on the forehead, around the mouth, eye-area creases, neck, and décolleté. 

Allow the serum to sit for 30–60 seconds before moving to the next step.

Purpose:  
· Targets the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles  
· Supports smoother-looking texture  
· Nourishes dry, mature, or creased areas  
· Helps restore visible radiance  
· Gives focused renewal support before moisturizing  

4. Jade Gua Sha Massage  
Use the jade Gua Sha tool with gentle upward and outward strokes. Do not drag dry skin; the skin should still have enough slip from the toner and serum.  

If more glide is needed, apply a tiny amount of Kōsei Oil before massage.  

Purpose:  
· Supports facial massage and circulation  
· Helps reduce the look of puffiness  
· Encourages a smoother, more lifted-looking finish  
· Helps distribute treatment products evenly  
· Adds a calming ritual element to the morning routine  

5. Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème  
Apply Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème to the neck, décolleté, hands, elbows, arms, knees, feet, or any dry or crepey areas.  

For body care, cream comes before oil because it adds moisture, softness, and emollient conditioning before the final sealing step. 

Purpose:  
· Adds lasting moisture and softness  
· Helps smooth rough, dry, or crepey-looking skin  
· Supports the appearance of firmer, more supple skin  
· Conditions exposed areas like the neck, chest, hands, and arms  
· Prepares the skin for the final oil layer  

 6. Kōsei Face & Body Oil  
Apply Kōsei Face & Body Oil after cream to seal in moisture and create a soft, luminous finish. Press lightly into the skin instead of rubbing aggressively.  

Use on the face only as needed. For oilier skin, reserve facial use for dry areas or evening use.  

Purpose:  
· Seals in hydration and moisture  
· Adds a silky, radiant glow  
· Nourishes dry or weather-stressed skin  
· Supports the appearance of softness and elasticity  
· Leaves the skin smooth, supple, and polished  

7. Sunscreen on Exposed Skin  
Finish with sunscreen on the face, neck, décolleté, hands, and any exposed areas during the day.  

Purpose:  
· Helps prevent visible premature aging  
· Protects against dullness, dark spots, and collagen breakdown  
· Preserves the benefits of the Geisha skin-care ritual  
· Supports a brighter, more even-looking complexion over time  

The evening routine is designed to remove the day, restore hydration, treat visible aging concerns, and seal in overnight nourishment.  

1. First Cleanse: Oil-Based Cleanse 
Begin with an oil-based cleanser, cleansing balm, or makeup remover to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, excess sebum, and daily buildup.

Recommended: Geisha Cleansing Balm or Ska Yela Makeup Remover.

This follows the traditional Asian double-cleansing method: oil removes oil-based impurities first.

Purpose:  
· Dissolves makeup and sunscreen  
· Removes oil-based buildup without stripping  
· Softens the skin before the second cleanse  
· Prepares the skin for deeper cleansing  

2. Second Cleanse: Gentle Water-Based Cleanse  
Follow with a gentle water-based cleanser to remove remaining residue, sweat, and water-based debris. Avoid harsh cleansers that leave the skin tight.

Purpose:  
· Removes leftover cleanser and daily residue  
· Leaves skin clean but comfortable  
· Helps prevent clogged pores without over-cleansing  
· Creates a fresh base for hydration and treatment  

3. Mizuhada Priming Toner  
Apply Mizuhada Priming Toner after cleansing while the skin is slightly damp. Press gently into the face, neck, and décolleté.

Purpose:  
· Rehydrates the skin after cleansing  
· Softens and plumps the skin surface  
· Helps calm the feeling of tightness  
· Prepares the skin for serum and massage  
· Supports a dewy, supple finish  

4. Saisei Wrinkle Serum  
Apply Saisei Wrinkle Serum to fine lines, deeper creases, and dry or mature-looking areas. Use as a spot treatment or lightly over the full face, neck, and décolleté as needed. 

Allow the serum to sit for 30–60 seconds. 

Purpose:  
· Supports overnight renewal  
· Targets visible lines and creases  
· Nourishes dry or mature-looking skin  
· Helps improve the look of texture and radiance  
· Provides concentrated treatment before richer moisturizing steps  

5. Jade Gua Sha Massage  
Use the Gua Sha tool over the serum, or add a small amount of Kōsei Oil if more glide is needed. Evening massage can be slower and more relaxing than the morning routine. 

Purpose:  
· Encourages relaxation before sleep  
· Supports facial massage and circulation  
· Helps reduce the appearance of puffiness or tension  
· Distributes treatment products evenly  
· Turns the evening routine into a calming nightly ritual  

6. Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème  
Apply Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème to the neck, décolleté, hands, arms, elbows, knees, feet, and any dry or crepey areas.

Purpose:  
· Restores moisture after cleansing  
· Softens rough or dry skin overnight  
· Supports a smoother, firmer-looking finish  
· Conditions delicate exposed areas  
· Creates a plush, velvety moisture layer before oil  

7. Kōsei Face & Body Oil  
Finish with Kōsei Face & Body Oil to seal in the routine. Press lightly over cream on the body, neck, décolleté, hands, and dry areas. 

For the face, apply only where extra nourishment is needed. 

Purpose:  
· Locks in hydration and moisture  
· Helps soften dryness overnight  
· Supports a luminous, healthy-looking glow  
· Adds botanical oil nourishment  
· Leaves skin feeling silky, supple, and restored 

The weekly face ritual is designed to clarify, polish, and renew the skin without overworking it. This should be done 1–3 times weekly depending on skin type, sensitivity, and need.  

Best Weekly Face Routine Order  
Oil-based cleanse  
Gentle second cleanse
Kiyomizu Mud Mask  
Gentle facial exfoliation, if needed  
Mizuhada Priming Toner  
Saisei Wrinkle Serum  
Jade Gua Sha  
Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème on neck and décolleté  
Kōsei Face & Body Oil as the final sealing step where needed  

1. Oil-Based Cleanse  
Start with an oil-based cleanser or cleansing balm to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, sebum, and buildup.  

Purpose:  
· Removes oil-based impurities  
· Softens the skin before treatment  
· Prevents stripping before the mask step  

2. Gentle Second Cleanse  
Follow with a gentle cleanser to remove remaining residue.

Purpose:  
· Leaves the skin fresh and clean  
· Prepares the face for the mineral mask  
· Helps treatment products apply more evenly  

3. Kiyomizu Mud Mask  
Apply Kiyomizu Mud Mask in a thin, even layer. Allow it to dry for 5–10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with warm water and a soft cloth.

Use 1–3 times weekly, especially when skin feels congested, dull, oily, or heavy.  

Purpose:  
· Helps draw out excess oil and buildup  
· Refreshes dull or congested-looking skin  
· Replenishes the skin with Great Salt Lake minerals  
· Supports cleaner-looking pores  
· Prepares the skin for hydration and treatment  

4. Gentle Facial Exfoliation, If Needed  
Use a gentle polishing step only if the skin feels rough, flaky, or dull. This should not be aggressive or daily.  

Purpose:  
· Smooths rough surface texture  
· Helps remove dull, dead surface skin  
· Allows toner and serum to absorb more smoothly  
· Supports a brighter, more refined appearance  

5. Mizuhada Priming Toner  
After rinsing the mask or exfoliant, apply Mizuhada Priming Toner to rehydrate and soften the skin.  

Purpose:  
· Restores hydration after treatment  
· Softens the skin after cleansing and masking  
· Helps calm and refresh the complexion  
· Prepares skin for serum and oil  

6. Saisei Wrinkle Serum  
Apply Saisei Wrinkle Serum to targeted areas of fine lines and creases.  

Purpose:  
· Treats visible aging concerns  
· Supports smoother-looking skin  
· Nourishes dry or mature areas  
· Enhances the renewal focus of the weekly ritual  

7. Jade Gua Sha Massage  
Use gentle upward and outward strokes. Add a tiny amount of Kōsei Oil for slip if needed.  

Purpose:  
· Supports facial massage  
· Helps reduce the look of puffiness  
· Enhances the ritual experience  
· Helps distribute treatment products evenly  

8. Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème  
Apply Mochi Hada Crème to the neck and décolleté after facial treatments.  

Purpose:  
· Moisturizes delicate neck and chest areas  
· Helps soften crepey-looking skin  
· Supports a smoother, firmer-looking finish  

9. Kōsei Face & Body Oil  
Finish with Kōsei Oil where extra nourishment or sealing is needed.

Purpose:  
· Seals in the weekly treatment routine  
· Adds a soft, luminous glow  
· Helps comfort dry or treated skin  
· Leaves skin feeling smooth and supple 

The weekly body ritual is designed around the traditional Asian beauty concepts of soaking, softening, polishing, moisturizing, and sealing. This is where Sakura Silk Milk Bath and the Geisha Sugar Body Scrub belong.  

Use 1–3 times weekly, or anytime the body feels dry, rough, tired, or depleted.  

Best Weekly Body Routine Order  
Sakura Silk Milk Bath  
Geisha Sugar Body Scrub 
Pat skin dry  
Mizuhada Priming Toner on neck, chest, arms, or dry areas if desired 
Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème  
Kōsei Face & Body Oil  

1. Sakura Silk Milk Bath  
Add 1–2 oz of Sakura Silk Milk Bath to warm running bath water and allow it to dissolve. Soak as desired while the milk, rice powder, and mineral-rich salts soften and condition the skin. 

Purpose:  
· Softens rough or dry skin  
· Replenishes the body with a mineral-rich soak  
· Creates a creamy, spa-inspired bathing experience  
· Helps prepare the skin for polishing and moisture  
· Supports a silky, luminous body-care finish  

2. Geisha Sugar Body Scrub  
After soaking, while the skin is softened, gently massage the Geisha Sugar Body Scrub over the body using circular motions. Focus on rough or dry areas such as elbows, knees, heels, arms, legs, and feet. 

Rinse thoroughly.  

Purpose:  
· Polishes away dull surface skin  
· Smooths rough texture  
· Helps soften dry areas  
· Prepares the body for cream and oil  
· Enhances the final silky, luminous finish  
· Supports the traditional “polished skin” step of Asian body care  

3. Pat Skin Dry  
After rinsing, gently pat the skin dry with a towel. Do not aggressively rub the skin.  
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Purpose:  
· Preserves the softened skin feel from the bath and scrub  
· Prevents unnecessary irritation  
· Leaves skin slightly receptive for body hydration  

4. Mizuhada Priming Toner, Optional  
Apply Mizuhada Priming Toner to the neck, chest, arms, or any areas that feel dry, tight, or sun-exposed.  

Purpose:  
· Adds a water-based hydration layer  
· Helps soften the skin before cream  
· Supports a smoother, more refreshed feel  
· Extends the facial hydration concept to body care  

5. Mochi Hada Neck & Body Crème  
Massage Mochi Hada Crème into the neck, décolleté, arms, hands, elbows, knees, legs, feet, and any dry or crepey areas. 

Purpose:  
· Adds rich moisture after soaking and exfoliation  
· Helps soften rough, dry, or weather-stressed skin  
· Supports smoother-looking texture  
· Creates a plush, velvety body finish  
· Prepares the skin for the final oil seal  

6. Kōsei Face & Body Oil  
Finish with Kōsei Face & Body Oil. Press or massage lightly over the cream to seal in moisture and add a radiant, silky glow.  

Purpose:  
· Seals in hydration and moisture  
· Leaves the body luminous and soft  
· Nourishes dry areas with botanical oils  
· Helps extend the benefits of the bath, scrub, and cream  
· Creates the final polished Geisha skin finish