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Japanese Acne Fighting Skincare Routine
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items Having suffered from acne once moving to Japan, I quickly learned the best products to clear my skin. This is everything you need for an acne-fighting, wallet-friendly Japanese skincare routine
Sections
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First Cleanser
Cleansers
Toners
Moisturizers
Face Masks
Acne Creams/Spot Treatments
First Cleanser
Fancl's normal oil cleanser has been the top oil based cleanser in Japan for multiple years. I recommend use this charcoal infused one for oily skin as the first step for removing makeup.
Fancl Mild Cleansing Oil Black & Smooth
I rely on this when my skin is super damaged and can't handle super strong products. This formula is AMAZING and turns from a gel to a cooling water that takes off light makeup at night and preps your skin for makeup in the morning. It is non-irritat...
LAGOM - Cellup Gel To Water Cleanser
Cleansers
D Program is a sub-brand of Shiseido, which means that they have put in the research for a cleanser that will keep your breakout under control while balancing your skin barrier. If you have an active breakout, this foaming cleanser, while not overly ...
Shiseido - D Program Essence In Cleansing Foam
Ultra foaming cult-classic face wash by Senka. Most people chose the blue bottle but I actually prefer the pink, hydrating one for sensitive and acne prone skin. A little goes a long way so this is a really cost effective cleansing option!
Senka Perfect Whip Collagen In Beauty Face Foam
Toners
This hydrating toner is super gentle, moisturizing yet not heavy or tacky at all. Just one pump will make your skin feel smooth and perfectly moist. It's essential to moisturize even if you struggle with oily skin. Because of Japan's ultra humid clim...
Note that in Japan, toners are referred to as lotions. Confusing, right?
Note that in Japan, toners are referred to as lotions. Confusing, right?
Shiseido - D Program Moist Care Lotion
My HG toner- it uses ceramides which leaves your skin feeling moisturized without being heavy or sticky. I swear my skin texture changed when using this toner. Plus it is a spray type so it is so easy to apply.
Curel Japanese Skin Care Deep Moisture Spray,
Moisturizers
Not too thick, gentle moisturizer, perfect for acne prone skin. This brand Curel is my go-to when my skin feels irritated thanks to the gentle formula.
Kao - Curel Intensive Moisture Care Moisture Facial Milk
If you have acne-prone skin it's time to skip heavy moisturizers and try out emulsions which are slightly more liquid moisturizers that hydrate your skin without clogging it. My favorite emulsion is this one by IHADA, another sub-brand by shiseido de...
Shiseido - IHADA Emulsion
Face Masks
This tea tree infused sheet mask is my go-to when dealing with acne flareups. It actively calms down pimples quickly thanks to the brand's original nano capsule technology which helps the ingredients penetrate into your skin faster than other sheet m...
Quality First - Derma Laser Super Teatree 100 Sheet Mask
Acne Creams/Spot Treatments
This acne cream changed my skin and is my GO TO for any type of acne, even those nasty chin pimples before that time of the month (if you know, you know.) Japanese girlies use this cream to calm and prevent pimples.
It contains ibuprofen as one of th...
Pair Acne Cream
Melano CC vitamin C essence has a cult following for a reason- it is proven to reduce dark spots, especially those from hyperpigmentation after your pimples have gone away. There's seriously no need to dish out money for expensive products when you c...
Melano CC Vitamin C Essence
Sunscreens
No good acne fighting skincare routine is complete without a good sunscreen. I have recently been using this one from Skin Aqua. You can chose different colors to help with different skincare concerns like redness or brightening. I am currently using...
Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence SPF 50+ PA++++