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Author: Jeanyn Santiano

Best Japanese Cleansing Balms: 6 Picks for Makeup, Sunscreen & Pores

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Best Japanese Cleansing Balms: 6 Picks for Makeup, Sunscreen & Pores

Jeanyn Santiano

by Jeanyn Santiano

Discover the best Japanese cleansing balms for removing makeup, sunscreen, and excess oil, including pore-care and lash-extension-friendly picks!

6min read | Published September 30, 2026

Japanese Patterns (Wagara): History, Meanings & Traditional Designs

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Japanese Patterns (Wagara): History, Meanings & Traditional Designs

Jeanyn Santiano

by Jeanyn Santiano

Discover the history and meaning behind Japanese patterns (wagara), from seigaiha and asanoha to ichimatsu and uroko, and learn the stories behind these traditional designs.

6min read | Published September 28, 2026

Which Japanese Drinking Vinegar Is Best? We Tested 10 to Find Out

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Which Japanese Drinking Vinegar Is Best? We Tested 10 to Find Out

Jeanyn Santiano

by Jeanyn Santiano

We taste-tested 10 Japanese drinking vinegars, from fruity favorites to bold black ginger. See our ratings, pairings, pros, cons, and top picks!

9min read | Published August 31, 2026

Beauty
Best Japanese Cleansing Balms: 6 Picks for Makeup, Sunscreen & Pores
6 min read | Published September 30, 2026
Culture
Japanese Patterns (Wagara): History, Meanings & Traditional Designs
6 min read | Published September 28, 2026
Brands
Which Japanese Drinking Vinegar Is Best? We Tested 10 to Find Out
9 min read | Published August 31, 2026

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