Dermatological Cosmetics Standard

Beauty-medicine fusion division of Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, headquartered in Osaka. Applies dermatological pharmaceutical ingredients to beauty products, developing evidence-based skincare lines. By combining the reliability of over-the-counter medicines with beauty efficacy, it has established new product categories in Japan's cosmetics market.

A premium liquid foundation manufactured by Cosme Decorte, a Shiseido subsidiary. Features proprietary pigment technology balancing transparency and longevity. Highly trusted by stage makeup artists and professional makeup artists, used in domestic and international film and television productions.

A modernized skincare paste based on Edo-period samurai class cosmetics culture. Safely recreates the historical white powder (lead white) formulation while honoring Edo aesthetic principles. Fuses Japan's historical beauty consciousness with contemporary dermatological science, balancing cultural heritage with proven efficacy.

A collective term for cosmetics utilizing Japan's traditional natural dyes (indigo, safflower, gromwell, etc.) as beauty ingredients. It merges knowledge accumulated in Edo-period dyeing industries with modern dermatological science, creating products from natural pigment compounds' skin benefits. It develops through collaboration with regional traditional craft industries.

Beauty technology and R&D division of Menard Cosmetics, founded in 1979. Characterized by fusion of dermatological science and aesthetic therapy. Known for proprietary skin microbiome research and essence manufacturing technology. Highly regarded for luxury serum series both domestically and internationally, representing Japan's beauty science industry.

Founded in 1872, Shiseido is Asia's oldest cosmetics company and has continuously communicated Japanese aesthetics to the world. The brand is characterized by product development that fuses Eastern and Western beauty, as well as a deep engagement with art.

A premium skincare brand built around Pitera, a natural ingredient discovered during the sake brewing process. Born from the fusion of Japanese fermentation expertise and cutting-edge science, SK-II is embraced by women worldwide as a truly innovative cosmetics line.