A BEAUTIFUL MIND
Beauty goes beyond skin deep, as Decorte’s AQ range delivers radiant complexion by focusing on the relationship between skin and mind.
One thing undeniable: the Japanese have an intrinsic understanding of beauty in its purest form, whether in the art of ikebana or the preparation of the perfect slice of sashimi. So precise in everything they do, it’s no wonder Japanese women seek perfection in their approach to beauty, especially when it comes to achieving luminescent, flawless skin. Chalk it up to good genes and a clean diet, the secret is also in diligent skincare that only enhances what is already there. Since its conception in 1990, Decorté has been a pioneer in the beauty industry, and equipped with years of scientific research, the Japan-based beauty brand has discovered that every woman has the potential for beautiful skin when the body is relaxed and unhampered by internal or external stress. Skin is more vibrant and beautiful when you’re happy, but that is easier said than done. Life’s stressors cause the body to release cortisol, which is the major stress hormone, and as a result of rising cortisol levels, our skin breaks out. What does help, is finding your zen in a skincare routine that fills the mind with relaxation, particularly through the scent and texture of the products. Enter Decorté’s AQ range, which enrols extremely rare and carefully selected ingredients focused on relaxing your mind, utilising original Decorté manufacturing technology. Water is the foundation of the formula but it’s not just any ordinary water—white birch water is rich in minerals and amino acid, and can only be harvested in the four weeks when snow begins to melt. The scent of the AQ range is distinctive and unique, thanks to Queen of the Night, a mysterious flower that only blooms for seven to eight hours on a summer’s night. Incredibly soothing and elegant, the scent helps to relax your mind as you apply it on your face. The AQ formula is also infused with plenty of plant extracts that are picked from fresh herbs and herbal medicines, such as the white Mucuna extract that increases skin’s responsiveness, so every single drop of the AQ formula is fully absorbed.
All products in the AQ range are rich in ingredients and meant to be layered on top of each other. The AQ Emulsion, a star product, also comes in an extra rich version, meant to be used after double cleansing your face the Japanese way. The texture is luxuriously soft, and melts seamlessly into your skin, leaving it supple and refined.
Next up is the AQ Lotion, which instantaneously saturates skin with moisture for enhanced clarity and translucency, and is applied right after the AQ Emulsion. Then, there is the AQ Botanical Pure Oil and AQ Oil Infusion. Made from a blend of 100 percent plantderived oils such as organic olives, jojoba, kukui nut oil, safflower, and vegetable squalene that are rich in essential fatty acids, the AQ Botanical Pure Oil is crucial for the skin. Similarly, the AQ Oil Infusion is rich in highly concentrated white Mucuna extract, and despite its name, does not leave skin feeling greasy. Both oils ensure skin is brimming with vitality, and enhances the health and condition of the skin.
While the application steps for the AQ range are meticulous, the attention to detail makes it worthwhile. Just like caring for the bonsai, the path to flawless skin is neither a race, nor a destination. It is a never-ending journey, one that can be achieved easily once the mind and skin achieve perfect equilibrium, one day at a time. Available at Decorté beauty counters nationwide. www.cosmedecorte.com.my