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  Top 25 Best Japanese Gummies to Buy Online 2019 – Tried and True!

  Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as Amazon, Rakuten, and Yahoo Shopping) and supermarkets and convenience stores for the best Japanese gummies. We then chose the 25 most popular products and taste-tested them. We're suckers for taste; we mainly looked at flavor and mouthfeel, though we took things like calories and nutrients--whether it contained vitamin C for skin and hair, for example--into account. We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese gummies available online.
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  shu uemura Skin Purifier Anti/Oxi+ Cleansing Oil Review – mybest

  shu uemura's Anti/Oxi+ Cleansing Oil is supposed to do more than remove makeup. It's a time-rewinder, blemish buster, skin hydrator, mood lifter. That's a lot to ask from one little green bottle. So this time around, our editors purchased this magical cleansing oil and put it to the test. We looked at whether the formula could pack a lot of cleansing power and still leave skin smooth and supple. We also inspected the ingredients list. This is everything we learned.
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  shu uemura Skin Purifier Ultime8 Cleansing Oil Review – mybest

  shu uemura's Skin Purifier Ultime8 may be one of the best known Japanese cleansing oils out there. It removes makeup but hydrates dry, flaky skin. It feels rich but not greasy and, as the official site puts it, addresses "global skin concerns." This time around, our editing department purchased a bottle of this miracle cleansing oil and put it to the test. We looked at cleansing power and hydration and analyzed the ingredients list. This is everything we learned.
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  Cow Brand Beauty Soap (Red Box) Review – mybest

  Cow Brand's been around since the Showa Era. For a reason. Their products are said to cleanse deep, lather well, and be full of mild ingredients safe for the most sensitive of skin. And they're dirt cheap. Our editing department purchased what may be their flagship product--Beauty Soap Red Box--and put it to the test. We rated the efficacy of the formula and analyzed the ingredients. This is everything we learned.
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  Top 10 Best Self-Watering Planters to Buy Online 2019

  Whether you forget to water your plants or have a tendency to drown them, self-watering planters can be a lifesaver. That's why we've decided to figure out what makes a great product. Poring over descriptions and reviews, we've found that the best planters have a visible water gauge, holes for easy watering, and adequate drainage for aeration. Some use soil wicks while others use rope, and the pot size should differ based on your plant and space. Keeping these things in mind, we handpicked some of our favorite self-watering planters available online.
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  Top 18 Best Japanese Salon Shampoos to Buy Online 2019 – Tried and True!

  Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best salon shampoo. We then chose the 18 most popular products and tested for the following:

  1. Application
  2. Mildness
  3. Lather
  4. Hair Texture
  5. Cleansing Power

  We consulted a researcher and talked about formulas--which would be the most mild and which would be the most effective? We also discussed the characteristics of different surfactants, including amino acids and sulfates, as well as nourishing ingredients and unnecessary additives. We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese salon shampoos available online.
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  Top 26 Best Japanese Commercial Shampoos to Buy Online 2019 – Tried and True!

  Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best commercial shampoo. We then chose the 26 most popular products and tested them for the following:

  1. Application
  2. Mildness
  3. Lather
  4. Hair Texture
  5. Cleansing Power

  We consulted a specialist about ingredients--which would be the most effective, the mildest, the most hydrating? We also discussed the pros and cons of sulfates and amino acid shampoos and of silicone and silicone-free formulas. We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese commercial shampoos available online.
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  Top 25 Best Japanese Cleansing Gels to Buy Online 2019 – Tried and True!

  Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best cleansing gel. We then chose the 25 most popular products and tested them for the following:

  1. Cleansing Power
  2. Hydration
  3. Ingredients

  Cleansing gels tend to be mild, but we wanted to see what options, if any, would be suitable for waterproof makeup and oily skin. We also asked a specialist in cosmetic ingredients to inspect the formulas, seeking options for sensitive skin. We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese cleansing gels available online.
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  Top 10 Best Jump Ropes for Working Out to Buy Online 2019

  We've searched the internet high and low to figure out what makes a great jump rope for working out. In our research, we found that the best jump ropes match your workout needs, are comfortable to use, and work for your height. For some, this may mean a speed-focused stainless steel rope, while others may prefer a PVC rope with an adjustable length. Keeping these things in mind, we've hand-picked our favorite jump ropes for working out available online.
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  Top 53 Best Japanese Face Washes for Oily Skin to Buy Online 2019 – Tried and True!

  Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best face washes for oily skin. We then chose the 53 most popular products and tested them for the following:

  1. Cleansing Power
  2. Hydration
  3. Ingredients

  We were searching for products that could absorb oil without drying out skin. We also asked an expert in cosmetic ingredients to look at the formulas and point out options safe for those with sensitive skin. We then compiled our findings into a definitive list of the best Japanese face washes for oily-skinned folks available online.