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Japanese Product PassportMicro-carbonated bubble mousse booster benchmark2023–2026 Renewal

SOFINA iP

SOFINA iP Base Care Serum (Micro-Carbonated Mousse)

Domestic Japanese Name: ソフィーナiP ベースケア セラム〈土台美容液〉

Japan's #1 booster serum utilizing Kao's patented micro-carbonated foam technology with bubbles 1/20th the size of facial pores that melt into a smoothing veil to awaken dull skin and prep stratum corneum absorption.

  • Carbonated Foam
  • Micro-Bubbles
  • Booster
  • Japan #1
Shortlisted · Sourced wear profile

Formulation Renewal & Version Diff

Tracking formulation and packaging transitions between domestic Japanese releases.

Current Edition2023–2026 Renewal

Key Formulation Adjustments

  • Upgraded micro-carbonated bubble retention tech keeps foam dense without snapping or stinging
  • Added Korean Red Ginseng extract for enhanced microvascular circulation
  • Eco-friendly canister design eliminates plastic outer packaging
How to Spot on Shelf:

Look for the updated teal gradient bottle with the new lowercase 'iP' typography on the front.

Official Japanese Wear Protocol

Manufacturer directions and dosage transcreated for high-humidity climates.

Recommended DosageApprox. 3 cm diameter circle of dense foam (~1.0 g)
Pre-Makeup Settle Time30–45 seconds
Cleansing MethodDissolves completely with standard foam or gel cleanser.

Application Sequence

  1. 1Hold container upright WITHOUT shaking; depress nozzle to dispense a 3 cm dollop into palm
  2. 2Do not crush or rub the foam between palms; gently transfer foam intact to 5 facial zones
  3. 3Spread smoothly across face, allowing the micro-carbonated bubbles to melt into skin
  4. 4Pat lightly until fully absorbed before applying toner or watery lotion
Wear Cautions:
  • Do not shake container before dispensing; shaking breaks the micro-carbonated bubble matrix.

Standardized Climate Telemetry

Empirical wear behavior observed under high heat and tropical humidity.

Spread and drag

Dense creamy mousse melts into a cooling watery serum upon touching warm skin with zero drag

Finish after 15 minutes

Smooth radiant veil; micro-bubbles dissolve without fizzing, leaving a supple, primed surface

Visible white cast

100% translucent; white carbonated foam liquefies into completely clear essence

Eye-area comfort

Gentle non-stinging formulation; pleasant around orbital bone when swept smoothly

Pilling with a routine

Exceptional booster synergy; dramatically improves penetration and adherence of subsequent SPF

Warm-weather commute

Revitalizes microcirculation; skin stays clear and translucent during humid morning transit

Reapplication

Morning and evening Step 0 booster; midday reapplication not required

Verified Retail Sources

Authentic distribution channels with direct pricing across key regions.

MYMalaysia

Shopee Malaysia
RM189.00(RM2.10/g)

IDIndonesia

Shopee Indonesia
Rp 690.000(Rp 7.667/g)

JPJapan

Amazon Japan
¥5,500(¥61.1/g)

USUnited States

YesStyle
$42.00($0.47/g)

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