J-Beauty: Moisturizers

Many J-Beauty moisturizers have such cosmetically elegant textures to them. A lot of thought and precision goes into for cosmetic chemists to creating and manufacturing some of these treasured gems. From gel to rich-type formulas, many are lightweight considering. One of the reasons being for lighter weight formulas is because the summers in Japan can be pretty and extremely humid. Therefore, having lightweight products is a must. Not to say there aren't richer textures formulas, they just don't feel as heavy and comedogenic as others may feel to be. There's something for all skin types, whether you're Normal/Combination, Dry and/or Oily. Many brands to choose from and then it all lies to target concerns & skin type for the most part. Within the Japanese market, I feel there aren't as many serums as there are lotions/essences, maybe not as much as a popular item. Possibly just more of a personal preference for that market, not to say at all that serums are not used there and as there are well-formulated still within J-Beauty. I just happen to notice there seems to be less of these in the Japanese market as opposed to in other demographic markets.

You can definitely find ones living in the US. Not as marketable as K-Beauty. However, there's skincare/cosmetic shops & stores to go check out and find. As well as with online stores having a much easier time finding J-Beauty moisturizers as previously mentioned in one of my other posts. As well as for specific US brand sites having their own official online websites for their company. Plenty of options to choose from and in finding your perfect founded match. As well as remember after you apply you moisturizer to always apply a sunscreen on top during the day, unless one is included in it already as a daytime moisturizer. SPF 30 or higher always. You have to protect and shield your own canvas, best way to describe it. Thank you taking the time to read today!

Yours truly always,

Mr. Skin Care Guru

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