Beauty
Japanese Drugstore Beauty: 10 Products Under ¥2,000
The best J-Beauty finds from Matsumoto Kiyoshi and Don Quijote.
Japan's Drugstores Are a Beauty Paradise
Walk into any Matsumoto Kiyoshi, Ainz & Tulpe, or Don Quijote in Japan and you'll find incredible skincare and makeup at prices that shock Western shoppers. Here are the 10 products worth buying.
The Top 10
- Biore UV Aqua Rich — SPF50+ sunscreen that feels like water. ¥800.
- Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion — 3 types of hyaluronic acid. ¥900.
- Senka Perfect Whip — Dense foam cleanser. ¥500.
- Canmake Cream Cheek — Natural flush in 20+ shades. ¥600.
- Heroine Make Long & Curl Mascara — Literally won't budge. ¥1,200.
- Dejavu Lasting Fine Eyeliner — Film-type for easy removal. ¥1,200.
- Melano CC Serum — Vitamin C for dark spots. ¥1,000.
- Kose Face Masks — 7-pack sheet masks. ¥400.
- Opera Lip Tint — Sheer, buildable color. ¥1,500.
- DHC Lip Cream — Olive oil-based lip balm. ¥700.
Buying Online
Can't get to Japan? All of these are available on Amazon Japan with international shipping options.
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