Japan is great for many things, but one thing we can’t deny is the delicacy of their skincare range. Japanese skincare is well loved around the world, it focuses on simply delivering hydration without putting extra burden on the skin. Now you understand why Japanese women often have beautiful glowing skin. 

Today, we want to introduce you to the world of “emulsion”, which is the middle ground between a lotion and a moisturiser. It can be used as an addition step to your regular moisturiser or can be used as a moisturiser on its own. Let’s explore our top picks for the Best Japanese Emulsion.

 

 

 

1. Muji Moisturising Milk Emulsion

 

 

 

This Muji Moisturising Emulsion uses natural water from Iwate Prefecture Kettle Stones. It has a strong hydrating power, and it works well on sensitive skin. It is moisturising milk made from natural water that will help restores the moisture back into your skin. The moisturising milk comes in 3 variations from lotion light, lotion moisture and lotion high moisture. Each differ in terms of hydrating intensity.

If you are facing extremely dry patches with troublesome skin, high moisture would be a great addition to your routine. For simple hydration, the light version will be enough.

 

 

 

2. Kiku Masamune Japanese Sake Skincare Emulsion

 

 

 

The Kiku Masamune Emulsion smoothly blends into areas where dryness is a concern, leading to smooth and hydrated skin without rough patches. It is a non-greasy formular that firmly traps moisture and protects the skin from within. It contains sake founded in 1659, Japanese sake contains ingredients that are pleasing to your skin such as amino acids and minerals that have an intense moisturizing effect.

              This lotion is not only great for your face, but it can be used for body care including your neck, arms, legs, etc. A great all-round moisturiser that will tackle your dryness issue. 

 

 

 

3. Nameraka Honpo Emulsion Moisturising Type

 

 

Nameraka Honpo moisturising lotion is formulated with ingredients that will deliver ultimate hydration to your skin. It contains soymilk fermentation solution that is packed with isoflavone, which is an essential part of beautiful skin. It provides elasticity and moisture deeply into your skin and leads to plump and radiant skin.

              In addition to the smooth Honpo soymilk fermentation liquid, the product also contains seed extract and daisy protein, delivering a natural radiant and dewiness to your skin.

 

 

 

4. Minon Amino Moist Charge Milk

 

 

Minon Amino Moist lotion is known for its hydrating power, it penetrates to dry and rough stratum layers resulting in smooth and soft skin. It is a thick type of lotion that does not leave a sticky residue after applying. When first use, gently tap the container into the palm of your hand, then, slowly push the pump down until the contents come out. The product will immediately absorb into your skin and captures the moisture within the surface level for further hydration.

 

 

 

5. Curel Moisture Face Milk

 

 

 

Curel Moisture Face Milk is targeted towards those with sensitive skin, this alcohol-free moisturiser is mild yet refreshing to the skin. It contains eucalypt extract which slowly penetrates deep into the stratum corneum and delivers moisture. It keeps the skin smooth, moist, and looking fresh throughout the day. It incorporates anti-inflammatory agents to prevent irritating the skin. The cream is lightweight and spreadable without leaving a sticky residue on your skin.

It provides protection against external irritations such as dryness, which can cause the skin to turn red.

 

 

 

6. Hada Labo Gokujyun Hyaluronic Acid Emulsion

 

 

 

Next up, the most beloved Hada Labo Hyaluronic Acid Emulsion. When it comes to moisture balance, the Hada Labo lotion got you covered in all directions, it is packed with several types of hyaluronic acid which is the number one agent that provides hydration to your skin.

For people who love simplicity, you might want to consider picking up this product. This lotion acts as a moisturiser, lotion, essence and can even be used as a facial mask in time of need. The ingredient list promises to give you nothing, but hydration and such hydration is much needed during the time like winter. This Hada Labo lotion is a total game-changer to your skincare routine!

 

 

 

7. Aqua Label White Care Milk

 

 

 

The Aqua Label White Care Milk is a medicinal whitening emulsion for stain prevention, and dryness. With regular usage, it helps prevent stains and freckles for whitening care. The lotion will keep your skin radiant and protected from external irritations such as sun damage and redness. This lightweight lotion is packed with hyaluronic acid which will delivery elasticity to your skin, making it appeal bouncier and more radiant. It has a light scent of rose.

 

 

 

8. Kose Sekkisei Medicated Emulsion

 

 

The Kose Sekkisei Emulsion is packed with botanical extracts such as coix seed extract that helps brighten and soften skin for a radiant and glowing finish. It has high Moisture Balance Polymer which traps maximal moist balance within the skin, regardless of the seasons and skin types. Contains Vitamin C to reduce melanin production, prevent inflammation freckles and aging spots. With the perfect blend of herbal extracts including Elecampane extract coix seed extract & angelica extract. Your skin will appear sleeker, more radiant, and evenly toned.

 

 

 

9. Reihaku Hatomugi Moisturising Emulsion

 

 

The key ingredient in Naturie’s Hatomugi Moisturising Emulsion is job’s Tears, a natural grain believed to promote smoother, brighter skin.

This lightweight formula is great for all skin types and weather conditions. It is affordable and can be found at local Japanese drug stores. People love using this emulsion as a sleeping mask, lather a thick layer of this gel onto your face overnight and you will wake up with glowing, plumbed, and radiant skin. The appearance of this gel is simple and nothing special. But inside, is full of magical essence that will immediately fix your skin issues.

 

 

 

10. Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Emulsion

 

 

Rohto Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Medicated Whitening Emulsion is formulated with Tranexamic Acid to help improve skin tone and discoloration. It features ingredients that will help prevent the formation of dark spots. It is also packed with vitamin C and E to help protect the surface layer of your skin. Strong hydrating power from the hyaluronic acid that will penetrate deep into the skin and traps long lasting moisture.

 

 

 

11. d Program Balance Care Emulsion II

 

 

 

d Program Balance Care Emulsion is a milky lotion that smooths and hydrates the skin from deep within. It balances the imbalance skin moisture that may cause irritations and sebum. The lightweight emulsion will blend into every corner of the skin, delivering maximal benefit. A medicated emulsion that prevents stickiness and dryness and leads to soft and beautiful skin.

Shiseido has been conducting research on sensitive skin for over 40 years. Shiseido’s "d program" was born in 1997 to help women combat sensitive and stressed skin.

 

 

 

12. Bijin Nuka Junmai Emulsion

 

 

Bijin Nuka Junmai Emulsion is a moisturizing emulsion containing hyaluronic acid, which is made of rice ingredient in Rokko water. A moisturizing type of emulsion that locks in moisture deeply, leads to beautiful and plumped skin. It is fragrance-free, colourless, mineral oil and weak acid.

This Japanese face cream is made with rice bran which is a natural substitute of ceramide. Rice bran replenishes moisture to the stratum corneum and effectively protects it from dryness.