E’shee KI Therapy Serum - Elixir of Life ($189 in the shop) is having astonishing results on my skin. I started to use it after I finished my bottle of AQ serum and so, it has to be said, my skin was looking good to start with. But within two to three weeks my skin was looking even plumper, firmer and smoother. I have been using the bottle (which I was given as a free sample) greedily ever since, observing an effect even on some stubborn lines. E’shee has done it again, but the question is how. And the answer is I am not sure – even after a journey into the strange world of infra-red ceramics.
One of the key actives is Far Infrared Ceramic Powder. It is also known as cFIR and in Asia, especially in Japan, it is regarded as a life-giving miracle worker that is actually woven into fabric (bedding, underwear, shoe insoles – you name it) in the belief that it can slim you down, defy toxins and cell phone radiation, help you sleep and that’s just for starters. Feeling skeptical? Trust me, my skept-ometer went way into the red zone. However, I spent hours trying to research this stuff and there is something to it.
So what on earth is it? It is a ceramic powder that emits Far infra-red wavelengths. Sound far-fetched? Well, it seems that even you and I emit infra-red wavelengths. Apparently, our bodies radiate far infrared (FIR) energy through the skin at around 9.4 microns. Our palms emit slightly more, between 8 and 14 microns. In Asia, some believe that “palm” or Reiki healing is due to this infra-red energy. I don’t know about that, but I have been able to find quite a bit of convincing research on what ceramic FIR (cFIR) can do.
For instance, I came across a study claiming that ceramic powder (cFIR) delayed the onset of muscle fatigue and other researchers have found that infrared rays emitted from ceramic powder could be used for increasing the period of storage and freshness of crops, fruits, and vegetables.
Supposedly, Far infrared waves are the longest rays in the light spectrum and easily absorbed by the body to a depth of up to 3 inches. There they can do useful things. Wound healing being one of them. A Japanese study found that wound healing “was significantly more rapid with than without FIR.” And – this is particularly relevant for me and my E’shee KI serum – findings also revealed “greater collagen regeneration and infiltration of fibroblasts that expressed transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1).”
Nevertheless, the mechanisms through which FIR works remain unclear. Speculation that it has something to do with boosting blood flow in the skin was scotched by a study on rats (source). However, the aforementioned Japanese study suggests that it might have to do with encouraging the TGF-β1 growth factor or the activation of fibroblasts.
Talking of growth factors, E’shee KI Therapy has the brand’s signature FGF peptides, which are – in the words of E’shee’s founder, Nataly Giter, the basic building blocks of any fibrous tissue in human body. There are also a good handful of botanicals: witch hazel, panax ginseng, chamomile, licorice, epilobium angustifolium (willowherb and an anti-irritant as well as a source of vitamin C) and calendula. Interestingly, there is also glutamic acid, a precursor to GABA, a neuro-transmitter.
E’shee doesn’t formulate for purists and there are all the usual suspects in the preservative department. I must say, though, that I am willingly turning a blind eye for as long as K1 works as well as it is now.
E'shee KI Therapy Serum- reviewed and recommended Review
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April 11, 2014
by Marta
Hi Jo
I was once told by another manufacturer using a growth factor that was also at the end of the ingredients list that it was in proportion to the amount of growth factors in the body. I don't know whether that was BS or true. But I do know that they are potent (and expensive). Also - sorry, I'm a broken record on this one - the good quality ingredients don't have to be in huge concentrations to work. For example, I'm always very skeptical of brands touting, for example, 20% Matrixyl. All the clinical trials are with 4% only and there is no need for 20%. I think, in the end, you have to trust the brand and the way it formulates.
April 11, 2014
by Jo
Hi Marta. I noticed the growth factor ingredient is the very last one on ingredients list, implying its a very small amount. What's the deal with that? Is there enough of this growth factor to be effective!
September 12, 2013
by Marta
Shalini, BRAD Multi-peptide and E'shee KI are two of my staples. I typically use KI in the morning and BRAD in the evenings. This works out very well for me.
September 12, 2013
by Shalini
Hi.I recently ordered the brad multi peptide from the Tia shop, owing to the glowing reviews:)
Now I am tempted to purchase and add the KI to my arsenal. I am wondering however if its safe to combine the brad and KI into my regime or would the two negate the effects of each other in any way. I'm 35 looking to prevent / delay signs of ageing.
Would appreciate your suggestions/ advise!
Thank you
March 21, 2013
by Pinky
Does it come in a sample size? Sometimes I break out from products that contain calendula and chamomille, which is a shame since they're in so many natural products. Other times, as with Reluma's cleanser (which has calendula), I do just fine.
If there is no sample size does the company have a return policy?
January 31, 2013
by Marta
Hi Marie, I use this serum during the day (not at night) and I don't need to layer a moisturizer over it. I have normal to oily skin. I think (combined with regular use of ultrasonic and LED, that it is helping lip lines very much.
January 30, 2013
by Marie Lavinio
Do you need to layer the serum with a moisturizer at night? During the day I assume you wear sunscreen over the serum? How is it doing on lip lines? Thank you!
October 11, 2012
by Marta
Hi Maria, this is lighweight gel. It does not dry my skin out at all. FAR isn't really a clay, more of a mineral. In any case, I don't need to wear moisturizer with it at all. Nor has it made my (rather ruddy) complexion any paler. I bought it - full price, no discounts - with my own money and so, yes, I do think it is worth it. My first bottle (which still has a few days to go) has lasted more than two months and I haven't been especially careful with it. Judicious users could keep it going for 3 months I would think.
October 11, 2012
by maria
Does this dry out skin? ...I'm thinking wtih a clay-like substance that could happen. Also - with a serum i also don't want it oily, as i like it to compensate for the oily tendency of sunscreen and foundation. Another question: does it make your skin too pale? I've been finding with Led Green and with IPL my face has become paler -- thanks! In addition: what a pricetag! Is it worth it?? I've used Lancome Visionnaire for 2 days and like it though I also am very much an ingredient reader and wasn't too impressed...but for now i'm giving it a try - thanks
October 10, 2012
by Marta
Pam - I am so happy to hear this. My results are so amazing that I have been pinching myself. It is very, very reassuring to have it confirmed. Many thanks for sharing.
October 10, 2012
by Pam
Happy to see you like this too Marta. I have used this and love love it. I will go full circle trying other stuff but have to say I still love using this best. It felt so good on my skin and seemed to work almost miracles.
September 13, 2012
by Marta
Hi NJ, I feel that they are complimentary. In fact, I am currently using Kl with Control at night or on days when my skin is drier, with Control layered over.
September 12, 2012
by NJ
Hi Marta,
Exciting review! How do these results compare to YBF Control, which I know you love? I haven't had a chance to use Control yet. Thanks for all you review and do!
NJ