About a decade ago, western skincare fell from popularity following the rise of Japanese and Korean beauty regiments. It’s not a big mystery as to why this occurred, considering eastern skincare focuses more on natural ingredients while still utilising innovative skincare technology, has lighter formulations, and is overall more minimalist. If you don’t count the ten-step skincare routine, that is.

Now that Japanese skincare brands are all the craze, it’s easy to get your hands on your favourite Japanese beauty products anywhere in Singapore. The next time you’re thinking of switching up your beauty routine by trying something new, take a look at our list of the best Japanese skincare products in Singapore that you can purchase online.

The Best Japanese Skincare Products in Singapore

1. Hada Labo’s Premium Hydrating Range

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We’re cheating on our first entry as we’re recommending an entire collection instead of one product, but an exception to the rule must be made for Hada Labo’s Premium Hydrating Range. Hada Labo is one of the best affordable Japanese skincare brands in the market, with stellar products that are gentle on the skin.

If your ultimate goal is to achieve softer, smoother, and more supple skin, swap your entire beauty routine with their Premium Hydrating collection, which includes lotion, milk, cream, and collagen serum. Each product contains five to seven types of hyaluronic acid for intense hydration, peptides, and collagen to lift and enhance facial contour.

Why we love it:

  • Deeply penetrates and hydrates skin
  • Contains peptides and collagen for lifting and enhancing facial contour
  • Gentle on skin

Price: From $20.95 to $29.00

Where to buy: Guardian

2. Kiku Masamune Sake Lotion

One thing Japanese people love is a no-frills hydrating toner—the secret to achieving their envious glass skin. Kiku Masamune Sake Lotion is one of the most popular hydrating toners in Japan, most likely due to its infusion of sake—but why sake? Kiku Masamune was originally a sake brewery that expanded to create skincare products. Apart from that, sake is proven to provide plenty of benefits to the skin, including anti-inflammatory properties and gentle exfoliation. Clearly, the liquid is not just good for drinking.

Kiku Masamune Sake Lotion comes in a huge pump bottle that will last you at least a year, measuring in at half a litre of product. Apart from sake, the lotion also contains ceramide, which helps protect and maintain your skin barrier. The watery substance is also great at quick absorption.

Why we love it:

  • Half a litre of product
  • Infused with sake and ceramide
  • Absorbs quickly

Price: $10.92

Where to buy: Amazon

3. Shiseido Extra Rich Cleansing Milk

Shiseido is a luxury Japanese makeup and skincare brand with products that are well worth their asking price. One of our favourite beauty products from the brand has to be their Extra Rich Cleansing Milk which is geared towards those with dry and sensitive skin. This gentle foaming cleanser does not leave your skin feeling painfully stripped after washing, as it contains moisturising Japanese Yuzu Seed Extract. Its InternalPowerResist technology also helps to strengthen skin and protects against environmental pollutants. True to its name, the Extra Rich Cleansing Milk feels luxuriously rich and creamy, making it pleasant to use.

Why we love it:

  • Cleanses without stripping skin
  • Rich and creamy texture
  • Tested by dermatologists

Price: $62.00

Where to buy: Shiseido

4. Minon Amino Moist Medicated Acne Care Milk

It might be hard to believe that some Japanese people are plagued with acne, but they do exist, even if they’re a little rare. For these unfortunate souls, Minon Amino Moist is a go-to, as their gentle skincare products are suitable for people with problematic and sensitive skin. The Medicated Acne Care Milk from the brand works towards getting rid of uneven skin texture and acne. Crafted with amino acids and botanical active ingredients, this formulation also restores moisture and oil balance, leaving a softening effect on the skin. We can’t help but mention how adorable the milk bottle packaging is as well.

Why we love it:

  • Suitable for acne prone skin
  • Good for layering
  • Adorable packaging

Price: $37.38

Where to buy: Lazada

5. CANMAKE Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF50+ PA++++

Protecting your skin against evil UVA and UVB sunrays is a must; your skin will thank you when you’re 50 years old. CANMAKE’s Mermaid Skin Gel UV with SPF50+ is a cult favourite in Japan and not just because of its gorgeous mermaid and beach-inspired packaging, though that certainly doesn’t hurt. This smooth gel sunscreen turns watery once rubbed into the skin, proving that sunblock doesn’t have to be sticky and coarse. The Mermaid Skin Gel UV also comes in four different shades, so you can choose between clear, white, cica mint, and sunny yellow, depending on how you want your skin to appear. Personally, we’re fans of the clear formulation as it doesn’t leave behind a white cast, just quality sun protection.

Why we love it:

  • Convenient tube packaging
  • Comes in four shades
  • Can be used as a makeup base

Price: $19.30

Where to buy: Watsons

6. BB LABORATORIES Sleeping Moist Gel Mask

For us here at Beauty Insider, putting on a hydrating sleeping mask before we go to bed feels like the height of luxury. BB Lab’s Sleeping Moist Gel Mask which smells like opulent Damask Rose, is the prime example of what living the high life feels like. Infused with Moist Glitter Drops made from fermented extracts, this formulation is designed to improve and repair your skin barrier. Additionally, it contains placenta extract, ceramides, and jojoba oil to provide deep hydration and nourishment that makes your skin glow overnight. Pull a Sleeping Beauty and slap this on before dozing off using the special spatula this sleeping mask comes with.

Why we love it:

  • Elegant damask rose scent
  • Comes with a spatula
  • Hydrates skin overnight

Price: $65.00

Where to buy: Lazada

7. Orbis Wrinkle Bright Serum

best japanese skincare products in singapore

It never hurts to incorporate anti-ageing serums into your beauty routine, such as Orbis’ Wrinkle Bright Serum. Orbis is an oil-free skincare brand from Japan that prides itself on helping the skin perform what it’s already capable of by activating its natural powers. Their Wrinkle Bright Serum is a 2-in-1 product that targets wrinkles and pigmentation in one fell swoop. The serum is crafted with niacinamide, a holy grail beauty ingredient that’s known for its proven impact on wrinkles, dullness, and skin texture. This formulation effectively minimises the impact of facial movements on the skin, reducing stress and promoting increased skin firmness. Say good bye to smile lines!

Why we love it:

  • Contains niacinamide
  • Fragrance-free
  • Controls pigmentation

Price: $76.00

Where to buy: Orbis

8. ASTALIFT In-Focus Cellactive Serum

best japanese skincare products in singapore

As we get older, it’s always important to start using serums and essences alongside the typical cleanser, toner, and moisturiser routine. As far as Japanese skincare brands go, Astalift offers some of the best serums in Singapore. Our favourite is their In-Focus Cellactive Serum, which exudes the scents of bergamot, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apart from the heavenly smell, this serum helps to revitalise the skin’s innate healing capacity by rejuvenating our stem cells. This is achieved through Nano Astaxanthin CP+ and Boswellia Serrata which promote skin regeneration for a firm and youthful feel. The serum also helps keep your skin radiant by improving skin tone.

Why we love it:

  • Smells like bergamot, jasmine, and sandalwood
  • Promotes skin regenaration
  • Lightweight oil texture

Price: From $210.92

Where to buy: Shopee

9. Tatcha The Kissu Lip Mask

Never neglect the skin of your lips when doing your skincare routine—they’re still on your face, after all. We can’t think of anything more attractive than flaunting plump, juicy, and hydrated lips so it’s okay to splurge a little when it comes to lip care products. Tatcha’s The Kissu Lip Mask is our number one product to pamper our pucker.

That’s right, internationally recognised luxury beauty brand Tatcha originated in Tokyo, Japan. Known for their timeless products infused with Japanese botanicals, Tatcha is an excellent brand to invest in if you’re feeling fancy. Their restorative Kissu Lip Mask is a bestseller for a reason, a non-sticky jelly that locks in moisture to the lips. Packed with Japanese peach extract and camellia oil, this lip mask promises soft lips, sealed with a kissu.

Why we love it:

  • Cruelty free
  • Softens flaky and parched lips
  • Non-sticky texture

Price: $52.00

Where to buy: Sephora

10. Albion Excia AL Secret Formula Phyto Brightening Oil

best japanese skincare products in singapore

Ever noticed how Japanese people have amazingly bright skin? One of the products used to achieve this feat is a brightening oil and we recommend Albion’s Excia AL Secret Formula Phyto Brightening Oil. Japanese skincare brand Albion is beloved in the country, known for their iconic Skin Conditioner formulated with Job’s Tears or Kita no Hato grains and is also a product we recommend. But their brightening oil is a little underrated for how good it is, containing ten plant oils specifically selected for their brightening benefits. It also has Vitamin C which skincare aficionados know and love as the king of all beauty ingredients.

Why we love it:

  • Contains Vitamin C
  • Has soothing properties
  • Convenient pump bottle

Price: $192.06

Where to buy: Shopee

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