Every 10 seconds, someone snaps up a bottle of this trusted makeup melter, which removes gunk, grime and waterproof mascara without drying skin.
DHC Deep Cleansing Oil, $28
In order to get magna-sized eyes, major lashes are required. So where better to turn than to the motherland of cosplay when looking to up your lash game? This brand boasts an impressive array of styles that differ with just the slightest of details for the most discerning of falsie connoisseurs.
Diamond Lash Eyelashes, $24
This cult-favorite mascara is loved around the world for its ability to deliver a major lash transformation while leaving a light footprint. Its spiral brush curls, lengthens and volumizes lashes for a dramatic lash look, yet the formula comes off easily with soap and water.
Fairy Drops Scandal Queen Mascara, $24
Tatcha may not officially hail from Japan, but the founder's access to modern-day Geishas—and the beauty rituals they use—gives the brand an honorary pass. This powder cleanser uses enzymes from Japanese rice bran and crushed pearl to gently exfoliate and leave skin remarkably soft.
Tatcha Polished Rice Enzyme Powder, $65
After discovering the silky-smooth hands of Japan's sake brewers—and sinking a decade into learning to bottle the beverage's skin-smoothing yeast strain—SK-II (which originated in Japan) created a 90 percent concentration in its Facial Treatment Essence. The solution (which is chock full of vitamins, amino acids and minerals) is a favorite of Kate Bosworth and spokesperson Cate Blanchett.
SK-II Treatment Essence, $165
Containing jojoba seed oil, olive squalane and shea butter, this foundation is part skin care, part makeup and all good—if you ask celebs like Liv Tyler, who uses the formula to help achieve her healthy glow.
Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Aqua Foundation, $62
Considered by many to be the lash curler to trump them all, this award-winning tool is a makeup artist and celebrity favorite, thanks to its upturned ends and perfectly-calibrated pressure that delivers the perfect curl every time.
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler, $20