Japanese skincare routine
Prevention, protection and balance for naturally radiant skin
The Japanese facial care routine is much more than a trend: it's a ritual based on consistency, prevention, and respect for the skin. With gentle yet effective steps, this routine helps maintain radiant, balanced, and healthy skin over the long term.
Key steps:
1. Double cleansing
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Step 1: Remove makeup and impurities with a cleansing oil or balm.
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Step 2: Deep cleanse with a foaming or gel cleanser.
2. Exfoliation
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Once or twice a week, remove dead cells with a gentle exfoliant.
3. Tonic
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Balances the skin's pH and prepares it to better absorb subsequent products.
4. Serum
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Apply a treatment with active ingredients tailored to your skin's specific needs: hydration, firmness, radiance, etc.
5. Hydration
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Use a moisturizer to keep your skin soft, supple, and protected.
6. Sun protection
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Apply every morning, even on cloudy days, to prevent premature aging and protect from sun damage.
7. Facial massage (Kobido)
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A traditional Japanese technique that stimulates circulation, firms the face, and visibly improves skin radiance.
Other pillars of Japanese care
Double hydration (Lotion + Cream)
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Step 1: Moisturize with a light lotion that absorbs easily and delivers water to the deeper layers of the skin.
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Step 2: Nourish with a cream that seals in moisture and strengthens the skin barrier.
Layering
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Applying products in layers, from the lightest to the densest, to optimize absorption and effectiveness.
Night rest
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Going to bed early (between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM) promotes natural skin regeneration.
Balanced diet
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A diet rich in antioxidants, fish, fruits, and vegetables contributes to healthy skin from the inside out.