There’s no one secret to having glowing skin; it’s always a combination of many factors at play. Genes, of course, are one of the key ingredients to how Japanese gals get glowing skin. Asian skin is found to have thicker dermis with more collagen and better “photoprotective property” against harmful UV rays, which means fewer wrinkles and less sagging. But that doesn’t mean there’s no personal effort involved in how the Japanese maintain their glowing skin.
Most of them invest in skincare products and make it a point to apply them at least twice a day. There’s also their diet, which features various healthy skin-loving foods. All these combined may be the secret to how Japanese people get glowing skin. Wanna know how to achieve it for yourself? Keep reading to find out how you can adapt some of the unique skin-caring habits of the Japanese.
Add hydration lotion to your routine
Japanese skincare is big on hydration and at the heart of it is the beauty lotion. It’s not the same thick cream that you slather on your body. Instead, this type of hydrating or beauty lotion is watery in texture and rich in hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid. It’s meant to be applied on the face right after cleansing to prep the skin for the next steps. But some who want to keep their skincare routine minimal prefer to use this alone as it can already be hydrating enough. There are many beauty lotions from different brands to choose from depending on your skin’s needs. Check out our guide to beauty lotions to see which one is best for you.
Don’t skip fermented skincare products
The use of fermented skincare in Japan has a long storied history which is a testament to its effectiveness. But its wide commercial use started when scientists in the 1970s noticed that sake brewers in Akita have nice, smooth hands which they attribute to years of working in the brewery. This observation eventually led them to the discovery that yeast in rice fermentation can help with skin rejuvenation. Try it for yourself! Here are some of our picks for Japanese fermented skincare products.
