06/09/2026
Pt. II - Skincare 🇯🇵🧴✨
I tried a TON of Japan’s most-hyped skincare products 🇯🇵✨ - from cleansers & toners to serums, masks & moisturizers - and we’re giving our honest take on what’s actually worth buying (and what you can skip!)
Have questions or curious about other products? DM! I tried even more Japanese beauty products than I could fit in this series 💌
Save this for your next Japan trip 🛍️🇯🇵
SkincareFinds
Melano CC Intensive Anti-Spot Essence - this feels much more like a targeted/spot-treatment vitamin C than the all-over glow serum I personally prefer. I didn’t find it made me as bright + glowy as my Sunday Riley vitamin C, so this wouldn’t be my pick if glow is your #1 goal
Curél Intensive Moisture Cream - she’s THICK, but I do still feel like I need multiple layers when my skin is really dry. It’s a solid barrier-focused moisturizer, but personally I prefer the feel + finish of my Caudalie Vinoperfect moisturizer
SENKA Perfect Whip - gives that VERY satisfying squeaky-clean feeling and the foam is incredible, but I wouldn’t call it a must-have for me. It cleans really well, though I’d be cautious if you’re dry/sensitive because that super-clean feeling can also mean tightness
Keana Nadeshiko Rice Mask - SO hydrating + refreshing and my skin feels almost cool after taking it off. I think it’s a great mask the night before an event when you want your skin to feel plump, fresh and glowy
Kose Softymo Speedy Cleansing Oil - gets the job done and definitely takes off makeup, but I didn’t find it particularly special compared to other cleansing oils. Great basic option, just not one I’d call a Japanese beauty MUST
Quality 1st Derma Laser Super VC100 Mask - incredible. only 3 minutes and I could actually see the difference the next morning: more hydrated, glowy + smoother-looking skin. One of my favorite quick masks when I want my skin to look GOOD fast
TSURURI Pore Cleansing Gel - after the first use my nose/T-zone looked smoother + felt really clean, but it definitely doesn’t magically extract blackheads. I’d need to use it consistently to know if it actually reduces buildup over tim