15 popular Japanese skincare products you should own

Japanese cosmetics have long been popular with consumers because of their benignity and suitability for most skin types. Japanese cosmetics have also blossomed for a long time thanks to their high quality and diverse designs, and the price is very affordable. Here are the cult Japanese skincare products that you should not miss!

1. Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil

Japan is the paradise of cleansing oils, and Shu Uemura is one of the most famous brands that always claim the “top of mind” position in the hearts of women with a series of rave reviews before now.

Unlike natural makeup remover oils, Shu Uemura makeup remover oil contains Mineral Oil – the top mineral oil. Still, the quality is “not in the right form,” cleansing the skin exceptionally well without irritating. Currently, the company has up to 6 lines of makeup remover specifically for each different skin problem.

2. DHC Deep Cleansing Oil

It is no exaggeration to say that this is a big star contributing to building a name for the DHC family – DHC Deep Cleansing Oil is one of the most popular makeup remover oils in Japan with a “huge” achievement every 10 seconds 1 bottle sold out!

Ingredients extracted from pure Olive oil help to perfectly clean the skin, remove dirt, sebum, makeup even waterproof type while still keeping the skin soft and smooth. Another plus point is that this cleansing oil from DHC does not contain mineral oils, parabens, fragrances, or artificial colors, so it is highly safe for sensitive skin and can also be used for acne skin.

3. Senka Perfect Whip Cleanser

The Japanese love to foam when washing their face to help deep clean pores, and this Senka Perfect Whip is one of Japan’s most popular foaming cleansers!

Senka is a branch of the famous Shiseido Ginza cosmetics group, so the quality is not in dispute. With the ability to create excellent cotton foam to help skin relax during washing and excellent skin cleansing ability, this is a delicious – nutritious – cheap facial cleanser for those with a combination of oily skin. However, because the pH is relatively high, you should consider dry, sensitive skin before using it.

4. Cure Natural Aqua Gel Exfoliating Scrub

Unlike Europeans and Americans who use scrubs or chemical exfoliants AHA / BHA, the Japanese choose a gentler method than peeling gel – “exotic” exfoliation.

The product that is loved and consistently tops the best seller in Japan is Cure Natural Aqua Gel – one bottle is sold every 20 seconds. With 91% water ingredients, no preservatives, no fragrances, so it’s entirely safe for the skin. The product helps to remove old dead cells on the surface, stimulates new cell regeneration, leaving skin clean, smooth and youthful.

5. SK-II Facial Treatment Essence

Referring to Japanese skincare products, we can miss the SK-II – a product that has brought many prestigious awards to this high-end cosmetic brand.

Miracle water SK-II Facial Treatment Essence is said to overcome all skin problems thanks to the composition containing 90% Pitera – the company’s exclusive active ingredient prepared from the natural fermentation nature of yeast in sake. Pitera is rich in Vitamins, organic acids, amino acids, minerals, etc. helps nourish the skin from inside. The product can moisturize, improve skin texture, promote natural circulation, and stimulate the regeneration of new skin cells, making the skin radiant and healthy.

6. Hada Labo Gokujyun Super Hyaluronic Acid Lotion

With the advertising slogan “One drop locks up an Ocean” – a drop of toner that carries the moisture of the whole ocean, this popular moisturizing toner/lotion product from the famous Rohto cosmetic brand is perfect and does what is promised.

The composition has up to 3 types of Hyaluronic Acid to deeply moisturize the skin, instantly smooth the skin, increase shine, reduce oil, and dull skin. In addition to using it as a regular toner, the product can also be used as a lotion mask according to the Chizu Saeki method.

7. Rohto Mentholatum Melano CC Whitening Essence

It is a highly effective product in the fight against obnoxious acne scars thanks to its main ingredient, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), which helps to brighten the skin, fade dark spots, prevent freckles, brown spots, and reduce skin conditions.

The product is also added with Vitamin E to help moisturize and antioxidants for the skin. The design of a tube with a pointed tip makes it easier to control the amount of product taken out and better preserved, avoiding the situation of Vitamin C is oxidized when exposed to light, air, etc.

8. Shiseido Aqualabel Special Gel Cream

Shiseido Aqualabel Special Gel Cream is a 5-in-1 cream with full functions of toner, lotion, essence, cream, and sleeping mask. The product helps simplify the skincare cycle, suitable for busy people who do not have time to use many steps and women with dry, aging, lack of elasticity skin.

Ingredients extracted from honey and Collagen help increase moisture, regenerate new cells, improve skin’s natural circulation and whiten the skin from inside. The gel-cream-like texture is quickly absorbed and non-greasy so that it can be used by almost all skin types, including acne-prone and sensitive skin.

9. Kracie Hadabisei Facial Cream

Belonging to a set of acne-whitening skincare products for adults aged 25 and older, Kracie Hadabisei Facial Cream helps moisturize without being greasy gently and balances oil on the skin, and prevents the formation of new acne, and fade the dark spots left by acne.

This is one of Japanese skincare products that suitable for oily skin with acne due to stress, hormonal instability, skin lack of water, causing imbalance, and dry skin. Ingredients containing Vitamin C, Collagen, natural extracts such as Humulus lupulus flower, Scutellaria, Oolong tea, Lemon, Kiwi, etc., help nourish smooth, bright skin, soothe skin, anti-oxidant, healthy skin.

10. Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk

Anessa is the top sunscreen brand in Japan, belonging to the Shiseido group with nearly 100 years of intensive research on sun protection. Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Aqua Booster is one of the top 5 best-selling sunscreens in Japan and was voted top 1 by Cosme in 2017.

In 2018, Shiseido used “Aqua booster EX” technology to improve this product into a new sunscreen line Anessa Shiseido Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk, besides the ability to perfectly protect skin under the sun, anti-drift When encountering water and sweat, the product is also supplemented with up to 50% of skincare ingredients to help protect & nourish the skin in a comprehensive way. The product has good oil control ability, suitable for normal to oily skin.

11. Kose Sekkisei Sun Protect Milk Sunscreen

Besides Anessa, the Kose Sekkisei sunscreen line is equally outstanding. The Milk version (liquid milk) is the most popular thanks to its good oil alkalinity and light liquid body, quickly absorbed, not greasy skin.

Kose Sekkisei is a chemical hybrid physical sunscreen with SPF50+ and PA++++ and benign herbal extracts to help protect skin absolutely under the sun. In addition, the product is also waterproof, has good adhesion, so it is suitable for sports activities, swimming, traveling, etc.

12. Quality 1st All In One Sheet Mask

Quality 1st All In One Sheet Mask is an all-in-one mask line suitable for busy girls who still want to care for their flawless skin! This Sheet Mask stormed the Japanese skincare products market and continuously held the top position on the Cosme chart thanks to its ability to moisturize, balance the skin and make the mask surprisingly soft and smooth.

You can use this mask daily, so the essence is moderate, does not cause excess nutrients or causes acne. The product is packed in a convenient zip bag of 3-7 masks, cost-saving, and environmental protection. Quality 1st has three primary lines: moisturizing (pink), whitening (white), anti-aging (black).

13. PDC Wafood Made Sake Cake Pack PDC Sake Mask

The mask line made a splash on beauty forums and sold out rapidly in Japan; each person can only buy one bag. According to the Cosme chart, as one of the top 10 best-selling washing masks, the actual use is not debatable.

The mask’s ingredients are extracted from freshly fermented sake residue and natural extracts such as cucumber, Japanese yuzu fruit, fermented rice bran, etc. PDC Sake Cake Pack mask will penetrate the skin and whiten skin gradually. From the inside, remove old dead cells that cause dull skin, anti-aging, and slow down the process of wrinkle formation.

14. DHC Lip Cream

This lip balm is among the top-selling products of the DHC family. DHC Lip Cream contains ingredients of natural origin, benign and safe for users such as Collagen, Vitamin E, Pure Olive Oil, licorice, etc. The phenomenon of chapped lips is dry, and it also helps to reduce the darkening of the lips due to the use of color lipstick.

15. For Back Acne soap

If you are self-deprecating with acne on your back and don’t dare to wear strapless tops, off-the-shoulder tops, etc., there is a “savior” that is For Back soap from Japan. Most feedback says that after using 1-2 bars of soap, they are already “say goodbye” to back acne!

Ingredients are extracted from coal, mineral mud to help remove dirt, sebum deep into the pores; papaya extract helps to soften and remove dead skin cells; Combined with Glycyrrhizin Dipotassium & Isopropylmethylphenol has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, destroys acne-causing bacteria, and prevents acne from coming back, keeping the skin healthy. At the same time, thanks to moisturizing glycerin, it does not cause skin dryness when used. The Japanese skincare products also has a herbal citrus scent, creating a feeling of freshness and comfort every time you shower.