Estee Lauder
Estee Lauder Aqua Charge Medicated Serum Essence, 30ml
Estee Lauder Aqua Charge Medicated Serum Essence, 30ml
@cosme rating: 5.0/7.0
A medicated serum essence that improves the skin's ability to retain moisture.
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
Aqua Charge is the first skin care product developed by Estee Lauder for Japanese women. Co-developed with Yushin Shuzo, which has been pursuing fermentation technology in Japan for over 170 years. Produced in Japan. Care that strengthens the skin's ability to retain moisture, starting from the 20s. A new definition of moisturizing. Advances moisturizing science with self-moisturizing skin. Equipped with Self-Hydro Technology. Aqua Charge Medicated Serum Essence is rich yet refreshing, and quickly absorbed into the skin. Protects the skin from dryness and external factors, leaving it firm, elastic, and radiant. Contains double active ingredients. Rice PowerTM No. 11α and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate. Formulated for sensitive skin Contains Rice PowerTM No. 11α as an active ingredient that "improves the skin's ability to retain moisture" Technology that promotes the production of ceramide and improves the skin's ability to retain moisture. UV rays, etc. Not all people will experience skin problems.
Ingredients
How to use
1. Take 2-3 drops of serum essence and gently massage it into your entire face. 2. Massage from your forehead towards your temples. 3. Massage your cheeks in circular movements outwards. 4. Finally, massage upwards along your jawline.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I bought it thinking I'd use it like a lotion, so at first I was surprised at how small 30ml was. The texture is moister than I expected, and it really does feel like a lotion. Perhaps it's the effect of the ceramides, but it really feels like it penetrates deep into the skin, and after I've applied the cream, my skin feels plump from the inside out. The first day was a cold snap, so I used it in combination with a heavier cream, and it didn't feel dry at all, so it felt just right.
It has a slight alcoholic scent, but I didn't experience any redness after using it. I don't particularly like thick textures, but I liked that it didn't feel sticky once it was absorbed. I'll use it up and then consider whether to buy the full version.
I liked the cream I received as a gift from Suzykirei, so I decided to buy this serum as well, as I wanted to use it as part of my regular routine. The pump-type formula makes it hygienic and easy to use. One pump feels like a small amount, while two pumps feel like a bit too much. The gel-like texture blends smoothly into the skin, leaving it feeling moisturized after application. I only use it at night, but it still feels moisturized even when I wash my face in the morning. It's a little pricey and I've only just started using it, so I'll give it 4 stars for now.
The rice power effect moisturizes my skin, and although it was my first time using it, it felt really good! It seems to improve my skin's ability to retain moisture, so I'd like to continue using it.
I bought it thinking I'd use it like a lotion, so at first I was surprised at how small 30ml was. The texture is moister than I expected, and it really does feel like a lotion. Perhaps it's the effect of the ceramides, but it really feels like it penetrates deep into the skin, and after I've applied the cream, my skin feels plump from the inside out. The first day was a cold snap, so I used it in combination with a heavier cream, and it didn't feel dry at all, so it felt just right.