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Here is yet again another ranking from the popular magazine in Japan called, LDK.

If you missed the previous post, they tested out mascaras, not only Japanese brand mascaras but also the ones that are popular overseas.

Here is the link just in case you missed it, https://kireistationonlineshop.blogspot.com/2018/05/mascara-ranking-from-ldk-magazine.html

In that post, the mascaras were tested and were graded in different categories. It's the same thing in this facial wash ranking.

They tested everything and graded them in different categories as well, this time it's based on the ability to cleanse, gentleness and moisture. 

Without futher ado, here are the winners!

Please click the links if you wish to read the product descriptions or purchase the product mentioned.

The ones with no corresponding link are either a Western brand or not possible to be shipped out of Japan. 

LDK Magazine 2018 Face Wash Ranking

1. NOV III Washing Cream - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/136 

2. Suisai Cream Soap - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1751

3. Bifesta Carbonated Facial Foam 

3. Keana Baking Soda x Peach Face Foam - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1575

5. Matsuyama Hadauru Moisturizing Cleansing Foam - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1025

5. Three Clearing Foam - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1628

5. Etvos Moist Amino Foam - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1752

5. Cow Brand Mutenka Moisturizing Face Wash - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/846

9. Avene Cleanance Cleansing Cream 

9. Nivea Creme Care Face Wash Bright UP - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1756

11. Dove Botanical Selection Pore Beauty Foaming Facial Cleanser - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1753

11. Elixir Balancing Bubble 

11. Melano CC Enzyme Face Wash 

11. D-program Conditioning Wash - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1754

11. COVER MARK Mineral Wash - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1755

16. Fancl Aging Care Washing Cream - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1757

16. Bioré Skin Care Face Wash Scrub in - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1758

16. SENKA Perfect Whip Collagen in - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1759

19. Albion Infenesse Bright Force Wash - http://www.kirei-station.com/product/1760

20. Givenchy Le Soin Noir Rituel de Nettoyage

Please refer to the image we provided above to see the respective grades all the facial wash mentioned received from LDK.

The one that took the crown as the best facial cleanser is NOV III Washing Cream

As per usual, some products got the same score therefore leading to them being in the same rank.

Have you tried any of the cleansers in this ranking?

The results are out!

Here are the best products, both skincare and cosmetics, according to Cosme.

Click the name of the product to be redirected to our website to see description, swatches and price.

Grand Prize Winner

dejavu LASTING-FINE a CREAM PENCIL EYELINER

MAQuillAGE Dramatic Powdery UV

clé de peau BEAUTÉ BRILLANT À LÈVRES ÉCLAT 

Skincare Category 

Cleansing

1. Shue Uemura POREfinist2 Sakura fresh Cleansing Oil

2. Botanical Selection Pore Beauty Make up Removing Oil

3. Botanical Force Essence Cleasning Oil

Face Wash

1. Senka Perfect Whip U

2. Melano CC Enzyme Mousse Foaming Face Wash

3. Bifesta foaming Whip Acne Care

Toner / Lotion

1. Recipist Moist Lotion More Rich

2. Ihada Medicated Lotion Moisturizing

3. Recipist Balance Lotion Rich

Serum

1. Haku Melano Focus V

2. One By Kose Melanoshot White

3. Club Airy Touch Day Essence

Moisturizer

1. Albion Infinesse White Whitening Pump Milk

2. Ihada Medicated Emulsion

3. Ignis White Herbal Noble Milk

Sunscreen

1. Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence

2. Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk

3. Anessa Perfect UV sunscreen Skincare Gel

Multifunctional UV Care

1. Elixir Balancing Oshiroi Milk

2. Dew UV Day Essence

3. Obagi Multi Protect UV Emulsion

Face Cream

1. Lululun Moist Gel Cream

2. Dior Capture Youth Age Delay Advanced Creme

3. Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturizing Cream

All in One

1. Sana Namerakahonpo Cream BN

2. Cherien Premier Essence

3. Evita Botanical Vital Deep Moisture Gel

Oil and Balm

1. Ihada Medicated Balm

2. Chanel Le Blanc Huile Healthy Light Creator Oil

Special Skincare

Sheet Mask

1. Flowfushi Saisei Sheet Mask Face Line

2. Flowfushi Saisei Sheet Mask Eye Zone

3. Minon Amino Moist Whitening Milk Mask

Lip care

1. Flowfushi Lip38°C +1°C SWIRL

2. Jill Stuart Lip Glow Balm

3. Addiction Stolen Kiss Enhancer

Eye Care

1. Shiseido Vital Perfection Wrinkle Lift Cream

2. Benefique Retino Lift Genius

3. Chanel Blue Eye Revitalizing Serum

Eyelash Care

1. Mesiru Eye Skin Care Shampoo

Skincare Powder

1. Bare Skin Day Skincare Powder

2. Club Suppin Powder White Floral Bouquet

3. Club Suppin Powder Pastel Rose

Exfoliation

1. Sabon Face Polisher R

Base Make Up

Make Up Primer

1. Lancome UV Expert Tone Up Milk

2. Sofina Primavista Long Keep Base UV

3. Media Lasting Base

Concealer and Highlighter

1. Excel Silent Cover Cncealer

2. Coffret D'or Magical Glow Stick

3. Excel Silent Glow Concealer

Powder Foundation

1. Maquillage Dramatic Powder UV

2. Sekkisei Snow CC Powder

3. Coffret D'or nudy Cover Long Keep Pact UV

Liquid Foundation

1. Dior Diorskin Forever Undercover

2. Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

3. Suqqu Nude Wear Liquid

Cushion Foundation

1. Maybelline Super Cushion Ultra Cover Cushion BB

2. Dior Prestige Le Cushion Teint De Rose

3. Infinity Cushion Serum Glow

Cream and Gel Foundation

1. Albion Smartskin White Rare

2. Shiseido Synchro Skin Tinter Gel Cream 

3. YSL Touche Eclat All in One Glow Tited Moisturizer

Other Foundation

1. Kate Powdery Skin Maker

2. Integrate Water Jelly Crush Foundation

3. 24h Cosme 24 Mineral Stick Foundation

Powder

1. Only Minerals Mineral Face Powder Shimmer

2. IPSA Face Powder Ultimate

3. Paul & Joe illuminating Loose Powder

BB Cream

1. Sana Pore Putty Mineral BB Cream Natural Matte

2. Astalift BB cream

3. Recipist BB Cream

CC Cream

1. Chanel CC Cream Super Active Complete Correction

2. Transino Medicated Whitening CC Cream

Eye Make Up

Eyeshadow

1. Decorte Eye Glow Gem

2. Esprique Glow Eye Veil

3. Lunasol Macaron Glow Eyes

Eyeliner

1. Dejavu Lasting Fine Cream Pencil Eyeliner

2. Kate Double Line Expert

3. Kate Eye Shade Marker

Mascara

1. Maybelline Lashionista N

2. Dejavu Fiberwig Ultra Long C

3. Fasio Powerful Curl Mascara EX Long

Eyebrow

1. dejavu Stay Natura P Powder Pencil Eyebrow

2. Cezanne Super Slim Eyebrow

3. Maybelline Fashion Brow COlor Drama Mascara

Lip, Blush and Nail

Listick

1. Maquillage Dramatic Melting Rouge P

2. L'oreal Color Riche Shine On

3. YSL Volupte Liquid Balm

Lipgloss

1. Cle De Peau Beaute Brilliant A Levres Eclat

2. Jill Stuart Forever Juicy Oil Rouge Tint

3. Suqqu Flawless Lip Gloss

Blush

1. Coffret Dòr Smile Up Cheeks N

2. Decorte cream Blush

3. Jill Stuart Loose Blush

Nails

1. Daiso hello Beauty Selection

2. Shiseido Nail Enamel Pico

Kit 

1. Ihada Medicated Skincare Set Very Moisturizing

2. La Sana Premier 21 Days Starter Set 

Beauty Goods

1. DUP Orishiki Eyelid Skin Film

2. Dior Backstage Full Coverage Fluid Foundation Brush

3. Biore Make Up Refresh Sheet Aqua Citrus

The products mentioned above that aren't available in our shop cannot be shipped outside of Japan. Some are Western brands and can be bought for a cheaper price in other countries than here in Japan.

Have you tried any products in this latest Cosme ranking?

LDK Magazine, one of the popular mags in Japan has conducted a test and made a ranking about mascaras to see which one stands out the most!

Here's the list of the test they did and they graded each mascara to see which one excels in these categories:

Test 1 : Application

Test 2 : Length

Test 3 : Longevity 

Test 4 : Easy to remove 

Some are tied in scores. As you can see from the photo above, 5 mascaras are on the number 3 spot!

Now onto the list!

Click the product's name below and you will be redirected to our shop. 

1. BCL 24H BROWLASH NEO LASH UP MASCARA LONG

BCL Browlash Neo Lash Up Mascara Long is a mascara enriched with ultra-light fibres that thicken and separate the lashes, as well as shape memory wax that locks in curls for up to 24 hours. The 3D brush evenly applies the formula for perfectly separated lashes and a wide-eyed look. The formula dries quickly, and is resistant to smudges, sweat and tears to keep a clear line all day. It is easily removed with lukewarm water.

2. Maybelline Lashionista N

A mascara to coat each eyelash, curl upwards and elongate them with Eyelash Pack/Film complex. Nurture your eyelashes while applying this mascara. The featured 4mm fibers create long lashes. The Just Fit Brush coats each eyelash evenly to avoid clumping. Can be removed with warm water. Film type.

3. ELEGANCE FULL EXTENSION MASCARA 

A film-type mascara that achieves beautifully separated eyelashes with the added thickness and length of eyelash extensions.

Creates a fuller, striking eye makeup appearance.

3.  DEJAVU FIBER WIG ULTRA LONG F 

New formula. 2 shades. Make your own lashes look even longer with this liquid lash extension mascara. The liquid is smoother and adheres to the lashes more easily. The brush has also been improved, and the fibers extend the lashed even more, for a more elongated finish. It easily comes off with warm water without causing any burden on the eyes.

3. FLOW FUSHI MOTE MASCARA NATURAL 1 

The mascara makes it seem as if your own lashes have grown longerin a single application. Though natural-looking, it creates voluminous, dramatic eyes. It creates elegant, long lashes to boost confidence.

3. Integrate Feminine Long Mascara - 21.70

New design! Elongates lashes with every stroke. Can easily be removed with warm water.

3. HEROINE MAKE LONG AND CURL MASCARA ADVANCE FILM 

A mascara with both the benefits of a film type and waterproof formula. With excellent durability, this mascara will not bleed or flake and can be easily removed with your regular face wash. The formula dries instantly when applied, firmly setting the eyelashes curled and is long lasting. The 4 serum ingredients; camellia oil, argan oil, royal jelly extract, wild rose oil (eyelash protecting ingredient) will offer a makeup and treatment effect. Features "Spoon Brush" that distributes more product and creates eyelashes thick at the roots but thin and beautiful at the tips for a voluminous feeling.

8. CLINIQUE LASH POWER MASCARA

Mascara with staying power. Vows to look pretty for 24 hours without a smudge or smear. Lasts through rain, sweat, humidity, tears. Yet the formula removes easily with warm water. Unique brush reaches and beautifully lengthens even the tiniest lashes.

8.  D-UP PERFECT EXTENSION MASCARA 

This mascara offers volume and length, featuring a formula that coats each lash evenly without clumping up. It has a smooth texture that glides smoothly onto your lashes. It creates dramatically elongated, elegant lashes. 

10. OPERA MY LASH ADVANCE

Renewed. Mascara for eyelashes that stand out naturally and beautifully. A new prescription for natural length without the use of fibers. The brush is now even more slim and easily reaches the roots and separates the eyelashes one by one. Removable with warm water. 

11. HELENA RUBINSTEIN Lash CC

This new serum mascara uses no wax and contains more ingredients to nourish the lashes, featuring both skincare and makeup properties. The wax-free formula has a light, weightless finish that feels as if you’re wearing nothing, providing dark, rich black pigmentation and creating beautifully separated, long lashes. Contains castor seed oil, argan oil, and camellia oil that are carefully selected from all over the world. 

11.  LANCÔME Virtuose Doll Eyes

Developed for Japanese women, this lighter-than-water Fiber Shine formula lengthens and beautifies each and every lash. With more hydrophobic polymer than ever before, this formula doesn't smear but comes off clean. With every application, it gets longer and longer, creating curled eyelashes for a dramatic look.

13. MAJOLICA MAJORCA Lash Expander Edge Meister F 

This is a mascara that lengthens your lashes while giving them all-day curl. It contains jet black fibers that intertwine with the lengthening component of the liquid, so it has double the lengthening effect. It helps your lashes expand their width while also separating and defining. It is a film-type mascara that can be removed with hot water. 

13. Fasio Good Curl Mascara (Long) 

This mascara contains Good Curl ingredients that form a thick, even veil for a fanned-out finish with beautiful curls. The firm lash long fiber will lead to a long, beautiful eyelashes yet looks like a natural eyelash. Though smudge-proof, it is a film type that can be removed easily with warm water. It contains Collage-Pack ingredients to nourish your lashes during its wear.

15. Stella Seed Dazzle Carat Gloss Black Long & Curl Mascara 

This lengthening mascara contains diamond (hydrating diamond powder) to create a dewy, glossy finish. Also contains Long Forming Polymer and extension fiber that blend in beautifully, spreading the product smoothly, creating lashes that elongates beautifully the more you apply. Curl & Keep Wax and Lift Up Polymer curl the lashes from the roots, and coats them beautifully to create a fanned-out finish. Removable with warm water. Smudge-proof & waterproof for a smudge-free finish. Creates a mature, elegant finish. 

Have you tried any of these? Do you agree with the ranking?

Here are the products we included in March Getsu Box!

The selected theme for the month of March is Sakura / Cherry blossom to welcome the spring season!

All products included are in full sizes, we've been adding full sizes over the past few months and will try to keep on doing so!

Clear  Turn  White  Mask  Hyaluronic  Acid  5PCS

Pamper yourself and keep your skin well hydrated while enjoying the scent of cherry blossom with this popular mask from Kose. 

This sheet mask is made from Bemliese which is a pure, anti-irritant sheet made oiginally from cotton. Each sheet mask contains 22ml essence which is formulated with provitamin B5GL, hyaluronic acid and sakura extract.

The said extract has beneficial effects on the skin, including anti-glycation, stimulation of fibroblast collagen production, moisturizing, whitening and other beautifying and anti-aging benefits.

It's February and we decided to add some pink treats for the second box of the year!

This box contains a total of 6 full sized products, 3 for skincare, 2 cosmetics and a box of strawberry flavored Pocky that is perfect for Valentine's day because of of its heart shape.

To buy the full sized version of the products in this box, click on the name of the product below and you will be redirected to our shop.

Kanebo Evita Creamy Soap in Rose scent 130g Limited Edition 

You may already be familiar with this brand because it made quite a huge buzz back in the 3rd quarter of 2016 for releasing a cleanser that has been dubbed as the "prettiest cleansing foam" for the reason that the dense foam turns into a shape of a lovely rose when dispensed. 

Though not really given that much attention, this Creamy Soap comes from the same line as the Beauty Whip Soap and was originally launched unscented but they came out with a rose scented version possibly because of the popularity the Beauty Whip Foam received. They may have made the right choice as this product is very hard to get a hold of and almost always sold out, at least in Yokohama. 

With that being said, you can now effectively wash away the dirt, impurities, oil and make up without stripping all the moisture in your skin, fight aging and also enjoy a light rose scent with this cleansing foam from Evita.

Clear Turn Princess Veil Rich Moist Mask 8 pcs 

Have no time or feeling lazy to continue your skincare routine? We've got you covered, this acts not only as a mask but also as a toner, emulsion, serum and cream! The shape of this sheet mask was developed after detailed research of the sizes of Japanese women's face and it is made with 3 layer construction to hold ample amounts of serum.

No need to worry about dryness anymore and you can get supple and plump skin as a plus with this sheet mask. Good for 8 days and is also available in a bigger size box type packaging that contains 46 sheets. Has a soft fruity floral scent.

Mentholatum Melty Cream Lip 

We're done with the face and we can't just leave your lips feeling dry, can we? This highly moisturizing lip cream melts into your skin temperature, blending into your lips and protects them with moisture in just a single stroke. The Moist Bank technology leaves your lips with a smooth, comfortable cream-like feel. This lip balm contains ceramide 1, ceramide 2, ceramide 6 II providing long lasting moisture for more luscious looking lips.

Cezanne Natural Cheek N 

Look more youthful and fresh by applying some subtle color on the apple of your cheeks with this powder type blush from Cezanne. Lightly sweep the brush on your cheeks for a more natural looking make up look, perfect for daily use.

Rosette Gommage Peeling Gel Moist 

This contains fruit derived AHA such as lactic, citric and malic acids. It balss up upon contact with skin and turns into grayish colored lumps the more you gently rub it onto your face meaning that dirt and dead skin are coming off.

Allow your skincare products to absorb more easily and help make up go on smoothly and adhere better with this hydrating physical exfoliator! 

Pocky  Heartful  Strawberry  Flavor  2  packs

Strawberry flavored Pocky with a heart shaped end, perfect for the love month! These stick type biscuits are covered with delicious strawberry frosting with dried strawbery pieces for a more intense flavor. Enjoy 2 packs of the most famous Japanese snack this Valetine's!