12 best Japanese cosmetics brands
For many years, Russian women enjoyed not only domestic, but also European goods, until they tried the revolutionary products from America. Interest in other, more exotic products did not fade, but led to the fact that more and more consumers began to use cosmetics from Asia. She immediately liked her natural and safe formulations, natural aromas and, of course, an affordable price, significantly different from the cost of funds from Europe. The most attractive and seemingly inaccessible was cosmetics from the Land of the Rising Sun. But already today lovers of exotic goods can enjoy masks, creams, serums of Japanese brands.
The main advantages of Japanese cosmetics and makeup:
- Naturalness In the compositions of Japanese cosmetics you will not find parabens, sulfates, fragrances and other components of chemical production. All products are made on the basis of plant extracts and natural ingredients, are environmentally safe, harmless to health, suitable for use for people with sensitive skin and allergies.
- Balanced formulations. The main difference between creams and masks from Japan is their rich formulas. Each of them contains a large amount of vitamins, trace elements and other nutrients that can instantly have the desired effect on the skin. Due to this composition, the product is used more economically, since a minimum of money is enough for one application.
- Exclusive ingredients. Country of the rising sun because of its geographical location is famous for its flora, which has truly miraculous properties. Many plants and natural ingredients can be found only in this part of the world, which is why Japanese cosmetics are considered exotic, and its compositions are exclusive.
- Production technology. Another advantage is that the production uses the latest technological developments and innovative ingredients. Along with this, they do not forget about traditions, using ancient recipes of ancient scholars. The combination of these factors and gives such an amazing result.
The only disadvantage of Japanese cosmetics is its high cost. All products are considered luxury, so such a high price. But today the company began to produce more affordable products intended for the mass buyer. But still, they are close in value not to our budget funds, but to cosmetics of the middle price category.
Our experts selected 12 brands from Japan, whose products have already received high marks from cosmetologists and makeup artists, and were happy to be tested by Russian women.
Rating of the best brands of Japanese cosmetics
| Nomination | a place | Name of product | rating |
| Best makeup products from Japan | 1 | Shu uemura | 4.9 |
| 2 | Kanebo | 4.8 | |
| 3 | Celvoke | 4.8 | |
| 4 | Issehan | 4.7 | |
| Best care cosmetics from Japan | 1 | SK-II | 4.9 |
| 2 | Sensai | 4.8 | |
| 3 | Dermacept Obagi | 4.7 | |
| 4 | Kinka cosmetics | 4.7 | |
| 5 | Albion - professional Japanese cosmetics | 4.7 | |
| 6 | Shiseido | 4.6 | |
| 7 | Biore | 4.5 | |
| 8 | Kose | 4.5 |
Best makeup products from Japan
Make-up is not presented in such a wide range as a care product, as Japanese women are used to not eliminate imperfections, but to eliminate them. It is worth noting that the main series are designed to create a natural makeup without flashy shades. At the same time, the collections present all the necessary products for make-up. These are tonal foundations, proofreaders and creams, powders, mascaras, blusher, lipstick. Meet the 4 best brands that produce cosmetics of the highest quality.
Shu uemura
Rating: 4.9
Founder of the brand Shu Uemura became the first makeup artist from Japan, working in Hollywood. It was there that he realized that he could achieve something bigger and in 1967 he created his own company for the production of decorative cosmetics. Today, the Shu Uemura brand belongs to the French concern L’Oreal.
The talented Japanese was the first in the world to organize a make-up competition, introduced the eyelash curler to the world, created various exclusive designs of false eyelashes, and invented to glue them individually. It should be noted that it is to him that we are obliged to create a hydrophilic oil, which today has become the No. 1 tool for removing makeup of any kind.
Modern women of fashion are presented with a wide choice of cosmetics for creating a professional make-up, as well as facial care products and hair styling products. The main differences of Shu Uemura products are the naturalness of the compositions, resistant textures, subtle expensive aromas. Products have high prices, but it is worth it.
Kanebo
Rating: 4.8
The legendary brand included in our rating was created more than 130 years ago and today it is among the top three manufacturers of decorative cosmetics and perfume in Japan. The compositions of the products are kept in the strictest confidence, they are made according to ancient oriental recipes from natural ingredients, so all products are considered exclusive.
To create make-up brand produces pencils, mascara, blush, lipstick, eye shadow. Paper is especially popular for refreshing make-up. All products are distinguished by excellent durability, high-tech compounds with valuable components. It is worth noting that decorative cosmetics has a caring effect. Day after day, it not only helps to create the perfect image, but also restores health and youth.
Today, Kanebo products can be purchased in Europe, America, as well as Russian women can fully experience the unsurpassed Japanese quality of luxury cosmetics.
Celvoke
Rating: 4.8
The brand belongs to the well-known concern of organic cosmetics F Organics. Celvoke is a completely new concept in the world of beauty, because the production of makeup products uses only environmentally friendly plant and natural ingredients without aggressive chemical additives. The main differences of the brand's products are hypoallergenic, sparing compounds, stunning textures and shades, biodegradable packaging.
Although the goods of this brand have been presented recently to Russian women, many rave reviews speak of their high quality. These are blush, proofreaders and bases, ink, pencils and many more products for creating professional make-up at home.
It is worth to highlight the shadows that caused genuine interest among users. They are represented by palettes or individually, they are beautifully laid down and shaded, they do not fade, drain or crumble during the day, and their many-sided shades arouse admiration.
Issehan
Rating: 4.7
Our rating includes the concern Isehan, which unites several cosmetic brands. Founded in 1825, today its products are popular with fashionistas all over the world. The brand was represented by the famous Benny lipstick, created on the basis of natural ingredients and characterized by a special shine. Until 1912, the company supplied its products to the imperial family.
All recipes are preserved from very ancient times and kept secret.There are no artificial preservatives, fragrances, dyes in the compositions. All of them are hypoallergenic and suitable for use in women with sensitive skin, as well as pregnant and lactating. Japanese brands place the highest demands on their products, so they deservedly receive diplomas at international competitions and recommendations from cosmetologists and dermatologists.
Specialists of the company together with scientists complement ancient recipes with innovative formulas and create tools that are highly resistant, makeup remains in its original form for a long time, regardless of weather conditions.
Best care cosmetics from Japan
Care Japanese cosmetics has long found admirers around the world. Innovative developments in combination with the ancient oriental recipes make it possible to preserve the youth of the skin for a long time and suspend the processes of fading. Especially popular products with hyaluronic acid. Bleaching is also a priority for cosmetics. And, of course, cleansing products are valued to effectively eliminate the shortcomings of problem skin.
SK-II
Rating: 4.9
Brand luxury cosmetics originates in 1970. It was his scientists who first discovered a particular form of yeast, isolated a strain from which a particular substance appeared during fermentation. A patented complex was created on its basis. It has become a revolutionary discovery for the entire cosmetic industry, helps to slow down the aging process, restore elasticity, smooth out age-related wrinkles.
Today there is a wide variety of products for all skin types, which can be bought in 13 countries of the world and which are distinguished by safe formulations, exclusive formulations, and various actions. The brand renews its line every season, releasing more and more new products to maintain female beauty.
SK-II products are used by many world stars, professional cosmetologists and ordinary women who care about their health and want to be attractive not only today, but throughout their lives.
Sensai
Rating: 4.8
Then the brand, which is known all over the world thanks to its innovative silk-based products, entered the rating. Translated from Japanese, Sensai means exceptional beauty and refinement. Combining the latest developments of scientists, traditions of oriental gurus, valuable properties of natural components, the means transform tired, flabby skin and give it incredible smoothness, return energy and vitality.
Koishimaru silk was obtained from a special rare type of silkworm, it was intended exclusively for the imperial family, which gave the Sensai brand an exclusive right to use this precious ingredient. It stimulates the production of hyaluronic acid, eliminates all signs of aging skin.
Research by company scientists has led to innovative discoveries. This is the technology of DNA repair of the skin, anti-aging formulas based on sakura and other equally important developments that are kept in the strictest secret.
Dermacept Obagi
Rating: 4.7
Zein Obaji is a renowned dermatologist who knows everything about the features of each skin type and their problems. Having a rich experience and his own view of the nature of age-related changes, he developed non-standard methods for correcting and slowing down aging.
The scientist created his concept, defining it as the “Circle of Skin Health”. He combined preventive and therapeutic agents in one line to maintain the beauty and youth of people of any age and gender. Regularly using these complexes, the immunity increases, metabolic processes improve, the skin is smoothed, it becomes a uniform color.
The main component of the care and therapeutic cosmetics is vitamin A. In combination with antioxidants and plant stem cells, the skin receives a powerful rejuvenating and regenerating effect.Dr. Obagi products are especially recommended for photo-aging and enhanced pigmentation, acne, allergic diseases, in excess of sensitivity, as well as for oily and problem skin.
Kinka cosmetics
Rating: 4.7
An honorable place in the rating goes to a company specializing in the production of luxury cosmetics. The basis of the funds are expensive ingredients. The most famous are precious metals, gold and platinum. In combination with plant extracts, vitamins and minerals, they help restore lost skin health, quickly get rid of wrinkles, age spots, make the skin healthy and radiant again.
By production sheets from gold leaf of handwork are used. For proper care, it is recommended to use 3 products from the line, which include cleansing, moisturizing and enrichment with nutrients.
Soap, gel or foam are available for removal of dirt. Essence or lotions will help to nourish with moisture. Food comes with creams and masks with gold or platinum. Protection from ultraviolet skin will create a special base for makeup. Also in the lines are anti-aging and moisturizing hand care creams.
Albion - professional Japanese cosmetics
Rating: 4.7
Albion was created more than 60 years ago during a time of total shortages and disproportionately high prices for cosmetics that people from the highest strata of society could afford. Despite the high cost, it did not differ in high quality. That is why Kobalesi Kozaburo decided to create good care products that are available for every Japanese woman.
In tandem with the doctor Dzikei Iday, they were the first to release bleaching agents, powder-based, recommended cleansing, not with water, but with milk. Scientific and medical research helped the founders understand what affects skin health: melanin, blood circulation, hydration, pH indicator. On the basis of this, special systems were created, in which care began with purification and ended with nutrition.
Today, a woman of any age with any type of skin and physiological condition can choose a line of products that will be aimed at eliminating individual imperfections of the skin and restoring its health and beauty.
Shiseido
Rating: 4.6
Shiseido is probably the most famous Russian brand in the ranking. It was founded in 1872 and today is recognized as one of the oldest cosmetic companies in the world. The brand's philosophy lies in the idea of making all people happy, and he has been doing this for a long time.
Cosmetics is undergoing multi-stage research and testing to eliminate the appearance of undesirable reactions on supersensitive skin. That is why all products are safe and suitable for use by allergies and people with skin diseases. Means are developed taking into account the ancient recipes and the revolutionary discoveries of the company's scientists. All formulations are strictly classified, each has its own unique formula.
The brand represents several product lines for women of any age. These are creams, masks and lotions for young skin, a series of products for more mature women and anti-aging products to combat wrinkles and age spots.
Biore
Rating: 4.5
The main principle of the brand is gentle skin care through regular cleansing. Therefore, the main focus is on the development of just such tools. Scientists of the company own the creation of foam for washing. Today Biore is the leader in the Land of the Rising Sun in the production of cleansing mousses, lotions, tonics, serums, micellar waters with unique recipes and highly effective actions. According to statistics, 65% of Japanese women prefer products of this brand.
The special technology allows the molecules to thoroughly eliminate the pollution, while not penetrating deep into the skin and not affect its metabolic processes. All products have attractive packaging, convenient dispensing pumps. Textures deep clean, retain the required level of moisture.
Many women in European countries, America and Australia were able to assess the quality of Biore products and their affordable price compared with other Japanese brands.
Kose
Rating: 4.5
Our rating is completed by a brand founded more than 70 years ago. Despite the difficult post-war years and the shortage of raw materials, the company tried not to reduce product quality, but only to improve it and create decent products to preserve female beauty. Today, the brand has several production facilities, laboratories for functional, technical and scientific research, and a training center.
Kose Corporation includes several well-known brands, each of which specializes in the production of certain care products. These are cosmetics based on marine components, a moisturizing series with rice proteins, low cost decorative decorative products, cleansing preparations with exotic plant extracts.
The company management conducts a competent pricing policy, therefore, many luxury products are available to Russian buyers. For the mass consumer are presented cheap rulers of decorative and beauty cosmetics.
Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.
