Author: Jeanyn Santiano

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

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

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

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