Top 10 Best Styling Products for Oily Hair to Buy Online 2019

It’s one of the seven wonders of the world. It’s a trending question on Quora. Why do Japanese women have such beautiful skin? A lot of it starts down at the roots: skincare, diet, genes. However, some of it is surface level stuff: makeup and, specifically, foundation. And out of all the foundation that’s out there, liquid–high-end and drugstore–is prized because it’s both versatile and hydrating.So in order to tap into those beauty secrets, we ordered the 12 most popular Japanese foundations from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as Amazon, Rakuten, and @cosme) and tested them all. We also consulted three experts, who looked for the following:1. Finish2. Ease of Application3. CoverageThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese liquid foundations.

We’re obsessed with flawless skin here in Japan. Beyond just looking good, we want our skin to actually be good–naturally healthy and free of blemishes–so it makes sense that BB cream, which is makeup and skincare in one, would have firmly taken root here. We’ve got a lot of brands, like Sekkisei, and a lot of formulations.So you’re probably wondering which BB creams are actually popular and which work. In order to answer that question, we ordered the 16 most popular tubes of BB cream from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as Amazon, Rakuten, and @cosme) and tested them all. We also invited two experts and had them compare the following:1. How Well It Spreads2. Coverage3. Finish4. LongevityThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional BB creams.

We had flurries of snow in Tokyo this week, but it doesn’t change the fact that spring and summer aren’t too far off. That means warmer weather, singing birds, blooming flowers, allergies, streaming eyes, and sweat. When the seasons change, your eyeliner needs to as well. (This holds doubly true in Japan, where pollen runs rampant in April and humidity is unbelievable in August.)In order to make sure we look good 24/7, 365 days a year, cosmetics companies have come out with tons of waterproof eyeliners. So much that it’s near impossible to decide between them. That’s why we ordered the 30 most popular waterproof eyeliners from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) and tested for the following:1. Smudge Resistance2. Removal3. Finish4. ApplicationThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese waterproof eyeliners.

We can think of two reasons you’re looking for Japanese hair products. Number one, you’re hopelessly enamored with all things J-beauty (we don’t blame you). Or number two, you have Asian hair. And the thing about thick, black Asian hair is if you want to dye it anything other than fifty shades of brown, you’ve got to bleach it. And when it comes to Asian hair, you can’t beat Asian products.But there’s a lot out there, and you have questions. (Will it work? Will it damage my hair?) So this time around, we ordered the 10 most popular boxes of hair bleach from Japan’s e-commerce giants (Amazon, Rakuten, and @cosme) and compared the following:1. Power (How Much Color It Removed)2. Gentleness (How Little It Damaged Hair)This is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese hair bleach. At the very end of the article, we’ve also got a few smaller products lined up for those seeking only to bleach sections of their hair (to cover up roots and so on).

Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best eye makeup removers. We then chose the 16 most popular products and tested them for the following:1. Cleansing Power2. Hydration (that is, how hydrated your skin is after cleansing)3. IngredientsWe consulted a specialist who used to work in cosmetics R&D about options suitable for dry and sensitive skin. We also tested the products on waterproof mascara and made sure they worked on eyelash extensions. What we ended up with was a definitive list of and buying guide about the best Japanese eye makeup removers available online and in drugstores.

Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best facial cleansing milk. We then chose the 15 most popular products and tested them for the following:1. Cleansing Power2. Hydration (that is, how hydrated your skin is after cleansing)3. IngredientsWe talked to a specialist who used to work in cosmetics R&D about options for sensitive and dry skin. We looked for products that worked on waterproof makeup. What we ended up with was a definitive list of and buying guide about the best Japanese cleansing milks available online and in drugstores.

Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the foundation primers for dry skin. We then chose the 14 most popular products and tested them.We focused on four things for each product: its moisturizing ability, its finish, its durability, and how easy it was to apply.  We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese foundation primers for dry skin available online.

People with sensitive skin can agree on one thing: finding products suitable for your skin is time-consuming and at times painful. That's why our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best face washes for sensitive skin. We then chose the 19 most popular products and tested them.We focused on three things: its cleansing power, its post-wash hydration level, and its ingredients. We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese face washes for sensitive skin available online.

Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) for the best foundation primers for sensitive skin. We then chose the 15 most popular products and tested them.We focused on four things for each product: its moisturizing ability, its finish, its durability, and how easy it was to apply. We then compiled everything we learned into a buying guide about and list of the best Japanese foundation primers for dry skin available online.

We know you aren't one of those men who thinks he can wash his face with regular old soap, or you wouldn't be reading this. Good for you! Just like women, men can have dry skin too and should choose a quality face wash. Our editors searched Japanese e-commerce sites such as Amazon and Yahoo! Shopping for the best Japanese face washes for men with dry skin available online. We then picked out the most popular products and tested them.With the advice of our expert, we focused on 3 things:1. Cleansing power2. Moisturizing3. IngredientsWe then ranked the products and put what we learned into a buying guide to help you choose the best Japanese dry skin face washes for men available online.

Last time, we talked about toners. Now, we move on to the next step in the Japanese skincare routine: moisturizers and face lotions※1. Face lotions are important–they are, if you remember, the lid that seals your toner in. And, just like in America, in Japan, we have our high-end and drugstore brands, our revolutionary products and dupes.We thought it was high time someone separated the wheat from the chaff. That’s why we ordered the 25 most popular moisturizers and face lotions from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as Amazon, Rakuten, and @cosme) and tested them all. We also invited a skincare specialist and had her compare the following:1. Hydration2. ApplicationThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese moisturizers and face lotions. We also talk about the difference between lotion and cream at the very end of the article–be sure not to miss it.※1 乳液: moisturizer / face lotion

It’s a buzzword in Japan: translucence※1. It’s similar to Korea’s glass skin–skin so pure that it’s nearly transparent, resembling layers of frosted glass. In order to respond to that aesthetic, cosmetic companies–both drugstore and high-end–here have been coming out with scores of whitening※2 serums, essences, and ampoules※3.As always, it’s difficult to tell what kind of skincare is effective and what isn’t. That’s why, this time around, we ordered the 25 most popular whitening serums from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as Amazon, Rakuten, and @cosme) and tested them all. We also invited a skincare specialist and had her compare the following:1. Hydration2. ApplicationThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese whitening serums, essences, and ampoules.※1 透明感: translucence (lit. transparency; used to describe glass skin)※2 美白: whitening (in this article, that refers to the tamping down of hyperpigmentation and the production of melanin, thereby preventing freckles and blemishes)※3 美容液: serums, essences, and ampoules (more on how we translated that term below)

Let’s get this straight–there’s no such thing as a “best” hair dye. Strictly speaking. Just like there’s no such thing as a “best” concealer or “best” mattress or “best” jacket because it all comes down to you. What kind of skin do you have? What kind of sleeping posture? Do you get cold easily?This time around, we ordered the 10 most popular hair dyes found in Japanese drugstores and on Japan’s e-commerce sites and compared the following:1. How Vivid the Color was2. How Gentle on Hair the Dye was3. How Long the Color LastedHowever, we want you to keep in mind that the Japanese hair dyes we introduce were formulated with Japanese (naturally black, bleached Asian) hair in mind and are most effective on hair of a similar quality. If you’ve hair like that, great–you’ll probably find that it works better than your average box of CVS/Walgreens stuff. If not, though, results may be a bit unexpected.

It’s easy to see excessive plastic use when we go food shopping, but one area we might not pay as much attention to is in our shaving habits. Think about it: whether you use disposable razors where you throw away the whole thing or cartridge razors where the disposable blades are encased in plastic, if you shave a few times a week, all that waste can really add up.Luckily, all-metal, reusable razors are making a comeback, making it easy for you to get an eco-friendly shave. But it can be hard to figure out where to begin when you’re starting from scratch. In this guide, we’ll go over the major points to look for when buying an eco-friendly razor. At the end we’ve also got a list of our 10 favorites to get you started on your search.

If eyes are the windows to your soul, your lips are the shape to its voice. They’re worth taking good care of, especially because they’re tender and prone to aging, just like the rest of your skin. And in Japan, as in America, lip balm is cheap and plentiful, so you’ve plenty of choices–choices between brands, as well as between medicated, tinted, or organic balms.So which balms are worth your money and which aren’t? To answer that question, we ordered the 38 most popular lip balms from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) and tested for the following:1. Hydration2. ApplicationThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese lip balms.

All too often, we have to make a choice. Do we look good, or do we leave our skin and lashes well enough alone? Mascara opens up and brings out the eyes and irises, but it also likes to claim a few lashes as sacrifice when you take it off at night. However, tubing or tube mascara is designed to slip right off of your lashes with a bit of hot water.In Japan, most of our top-selling mascaras are tubing. So you have a confusing array of choices–and you need to know not only which mascara comes off easily but also which looks best when it goes on. That’s why we ordered the 26 most popular tubing mascaras from Japan’s e-commerce giants (such as @cosme, Amazon, and Rakuten) and tested for the following:1. Ease of Removal2. Curl Staying Power3. Finish4. Ease of Use5. Smudge ResistanceThis is how we tested and found the most exceptional Japanese tube mascaras.

With the dry winter months comes dry winter skin, and for those who already have dry skin, it can sometimes feel unbearable. While lotions do help, they won’t work their best if your soap is leaving your skin drier than before you showered. That’s why it’s just as important to be using a moisturizing body wash.But there are hundreds of options out there all claiming to do the same thing. In this guide, we’ll go over the things you should look for that make some body washes better than others. At the end, we’ve also got a list of our 10 favorite moisturizing body washes for you to start your search.