Best Affordable Japanese Skincare | What to Buy in Japan

I love how cute your makeup looks, it suits you very well. :)

I hate tubes. 😅 Something being in a tube does actively stop me from buying it. They're harder to store because my bathroom is tiny and I cannot put them atop of each other and it's harder to get everything out. You always have to cut them open, what first is always kinda messy and second, does not make it easier to store. So no, please no tubes.

Excited to grab some of these and try them next time I'm in Japan. My husband's mom keeps bringing me back facemasks and sunscreen from japan but I want to try more haha

I've tried most of those Hada Labo products and they're all great. It's a reliable brand IMO. One tip for the premium 'lotion' that might be helpful for some people is to apply it on damp skin, so the hyaluronic acid has plenty of moisture to work with. I know some people like to apply it to their hair after taking a shower as well. As a redhead in a hot climate the Canmake mermaid sunscreen is my favorite. The texture really is like a nice gel that absorbs well, so I imagine it would suit a lot of skin types and even people who don't typically like the feel of sunscreen.

I’ve been to Japan three times without buying any skincare, because I hadn’t discovered this world yet. Next time I’m definitely doing some shopping!

Thanks for mentioning that "whitening" means "brightening". For an instant I panicked as at one point there were actual whitening products which turned out to be not conducive to good health (without getting too specific). The UV gel in the teddy bear pump format is adorable to look at. I agree that many cream/gel products would be more convenient in tube format. Maybe there is an environmental reason regarding making those tubes?

yes please to makeup & mid range skin care! off to japan in dec!!! so helps so much!

Nver tried japanese skincare, kinda curious but also scared of getting something and it not working on me for whatever reason, one day I'll pull the trigger tho!
Makeup tho? I want to try japanese (and asian in general) makeup sooo bad

YES THE KOSE SOFTYMO!! I favour the Deep version for my unfathomably oily face but I’ve used the Speedy - it would be my next choice if my precious Deep isn’t available! The White version is just eh. SO pumped you can just ✨buy them at Daiso✨ now!

the nostalgia of the softymo speedy/hada labo/chifure products for me 😂 used to swear by them until maybe my late 20s?? though i still use the sana soymilk products from time to time!

also those single use face wash powders are great for making a bubble pack with one of those foaming nets?? find that just mixing them in your hands just doesn’t do The Job 🤔 also agree about great for travel!! honestly wish more things came in mini sizes too just for that🥲

Can you please elaborate about how the Australian sunscreen guidelines are relevant to your skincare review?

i know it's available on the US sephora, not sure about Australia's, but maybe try damdam? I repurchased the mochi mochi moisturizer and started trying their cleansing oil recently so i'm curious what you would think about them!

Thank you, Lucy. :) Makeup recs would be very interesting.

This is so useful as I live in Japan! Thanks Lucy.

I would be interested in seeing more Japan makeup/skincare stuff. I can't get there, but I might be able to find it online 😂

Lucy, you convinced me on the Kiss Me Mommy, I need a good sunscreen that doesn't smell like dog on drydown, so gels are best :)

I've bought the DHC chapstick. I liked the formula, but I didn't think the cost vs amount of product was worth it, for that reason alone I won't repurchase. It was like $7 +shipping and only lasted like a month of consistent 2x-3x daily wear.

I keep rewatching your videos while studying! Your voice is so soft and calm, it's ideal to listen to!! Also rlly nice to see more skincare content, I'm trying to get better at taking care of my skin!!

Could you make a video about acne and what products would help with that idk how to even begin to understand aha and bha stuff or retinol or toners lol idk what to do first or what to even use and I feel it would be so helpful!! Also if it could be inexpensive products too 😅 just like the prices in this video ❤thank you my rat queen 🐀👑

Did u go to the american collage last year ???????

Do you ever check the ingredients before recommending? I was going to order the Melty Cream lip balms w/ my last Stylevana order but someone in their reviews said they ordered it and then they Googled the ingredients and read that some of them were carcinogenic😮

I also really love the kyoto sheet mask from lululun! :)

I really like your video. I'm planning on trying a lot of your recommendations.

Hi.. great video... what do you suggest is the BEST ESSENSE???

Good video , good products but too damn long winded explanations . 😊

You are so fun to watch! Loved this!

Great Job Lucy! This was very detailed and informative 💄💋

Are all of these products good for sensitive skin?

Love your video!
Will you please share cruelty free options? Will help consumers like me.

Stunning! I'd be thrilled to give it a try 🌟