Essential
Essential Premium Moisture Barrier Conditioner Sparkle Moist Pump, 430ml (White Peach & Musk)
Essential Premium Moisture Barrier Conditioner Sparkle Moist Pump, 430ml (White Peach & Musk)
@cosme rating: 4.9/7.0
A new sensation! Your hair will remain smooth and manageable the next morning.
✓ 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
Even for highly damaged hair.From the moment you rinse, you'll feel an amazingly smooth texture.Repairs damaged hair from the inside and fills it with moisture.A new sensation! Your hair will remain smooth and manageable the next morning.Repairs damage + protects from humidity and friction with a moisture barrier formula
Ingredients
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Taurate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylalanine, Cocamide Methyl MEA, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Laureth-11 Carboxylic Acid, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Silk, Lanolin Fatty Acids, Hydrolyzed Keratin (Wool), Hydrolyzed Silk, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, γ-Docosalactone, Bismethoxypropylamidoisodocosane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycerin, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Royal Jelly Extract, Polyquaternium-52, Lauroyl Glutamate TEA-Isopropyl Sarcosine, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Diethyl Sebacate, PPG-2 Cocamide, PPG-7, Lactic Acid, PEG-6 Sorbitan Oleate, PEG-160 Sorbitan Triisostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Polyquaternium-10, DPG, Stearoxypropyldimethylamine, Stearyl Alcohol, Laureth-16, Cocamide MEA, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Isodecyl Glyceryl Ether, Ethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, BG, Fragrance
How to use
After shampooing, apply an appropriate amount directly to your hair and then rinse thoroughly.
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.
Create an invisible barrier for mature hair. The moment you pick it up, you'll be amazed by its richness. It has a thick texture, just like a high-end skincare serum. Carefully selected "barrier-intensive repair ingredients"* envelop each strand of hair from the wash stage onwards. The scent is an elegant and glamorous sparkle moist that will relax your mind. Every time you smell it in the morning, it has a deep fragrance that will restore your confidence. *Contains ceramide ES (repair ingredient), etc. Recommended for: Those whose hair gets frizzy the moment they leave the house on rainy days Those whose hair has become more wavy and curly with age Those whose hair becomes dry by the evening, despite diligent treatment Those who want to move beyond "just-in-time" hair care Not only does it remove dirt, but it also has overwhelming "defensive power" that protects against humidity and friction. Hair concerns from your 40s onwards are determined more by the presence or absence of a "barrier" than by technique. "Beautiful hair makes even your skin look beautiful" - this product will remind you of this fact.
My hair is so smooth and moisturized, and feels amazing! I won a gift from Suzykirei quite some time ago, and started using this when I ran out of the shampoo I had been using. I don't color or perm my hair, but I often let it dry naturally, so I was wondering if my hair was a little damaged. The moment I used it and rinsed it out, I was amazed at how different it felt to my hair! Even after drying, there were fewer flyaways, and I'm very happy.
I received this as a test. Thank you. First of all, the scent isn't that strong. I didn't really notice it while washing or drying. The shampoo feels heavy. It lathers well, so I recommend lathering it up thoroughly before using. As the name "barrier" suggests, it does create a barrier...or rather, a coating. It's also moisturizing, so it doesn't make my hair feel frizzy....However, this is purely my personal opinion, but it feels like it protects the outside but doesn't penetrate deep into the hair. I can't really explain it, but it left my hair feeling dry and brittle...Adding another treatment made it feel better, so honestly, these two products alone weren't enough. I think it might be enough for someone with young, beautiful hair. It's not bad, but I wouldn't buy it again. It's disappointing.
Essential Premium has received a fair amount of positive reviews from both users and professionals, but I hadn't used it yet, so I purchased the trial version. It lathers well, and while the foam is fine, it's a little coarse. I didn't have any problems with the lather lasting. Kao's shampoos, starting with THE ANSWER, have recently been formulated to be more refreshing, so the finish itself seems to depend on the conditioner and treatment. It's not too heavy and feels light, but I think it's the type of conditioner that gives hair a nice, manageable feel (since it's a conditioner, I think the finish is light). The scent is a strong continuation of the classic Essential scent. I think this is another versatile shampoo and conditioner. I think the formula was adjusted with the intention that the lack of manageability would be compensated for with an after-bath wash.
My hair is so smooth and moisturized, and feels amazing! I won a gift from Suzykirei quite some time ago, and started using this when I ran out of the shampoo I had been using. I don't color or perm my hair, but I often let it dry naturally, so I was wondering if my hair was a little damaged. The moment I used it and rinsed it out, I was amazed at how different it felt to my hair! Even after drying, there were fewer flyaways, and I'm very happy.