Japan is a country often admired for making high-quality products in every area. In the cosmetics and body beauty products sector, the island has developed several internationally renowned cosmetics and body care brands in recent years.
Although organic cosmetics is still a young and underdeveloped sector in Japan, we can see a growing number of Japanese brands have chosen only to use organic products.
ZenMarket presents its selection of 14 organic cosmetic brands from Japan that are good for the body and the planet!
1. Japan Organic
Created in 2008, the brand targets a female audience concerned about the quality of ingredients and wanting access to a complete range of organic products found almost everywhere in the world.
The brand mainly offers body care products as well as bath salts. They offer other items like body creams and makeup removers, which are available in their online store. The brand's products are available in "Do Organic" and " Do Natural". The latter is more focused on skincare and contains 90% ingredients of natural origin. Their products are also not tested on animals.
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2. THREE
Created by makeup professional Rie Omoto, THREE offers a wide range of products, from body and hair products to children's and toddler products and cosmetics. THREE provides a line of products intended for men.
For the composition of its products, the brand uses essential plant oils (rosemary, neroli, mandarin, patchouli, etc.), all certified organic. It also makes sure the products are paraben-free and GMO-free, do not include any artificial fragrances and colors and are free from animal testing.
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3. Ruhaku
Ruhaku is a brand created in 1958 in Okinawa, renowned for being the island of longevity. The brand designs anti-aging products based on a local plant called gettou (月桃 - Alpinia zerumbet), whose leaves are full of antioxidants. Once the oil is extracted from these leaves (it takes around 100 kilos to produce 30 ml of oil), it is possible to use it for making oils, creams, and moisturizing lotions for the skin.
Some Ruhaku products are also based on umibudo or "sea grape" in Japanese, a species of fairly rare green algae growing in the ocean that is rich in minerals and contains polyphenols and amino acids.
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4. m.m.m
This Japanese organic cosmetic brand is pronounced as "moo" or "muu". Their products are crafted based on the philosophy of "treating the skin naturally." This brand stands out because it focuses on playful and fun makeup looks.
The brand also offers a wide range of skincare products using organic and natural ingredients. m.m.m. claims their products are parabens-free and do not include synthetic fragrances.
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5. Aqua Organic
Aqua Organic, a.k.a, Aqua Aqua in Japanese (アクア・アクア), makes 100% natural and organic products, particularly makeup products. The best thing about Aqua Aqua products is that they do not require cleaning with alcohol-based makeup removers and can simply be rinsed off with soap and water if necessary.
The brand's products are made in Japan and are free of petroleum jelly, surfactants, mineral oils, parabens, silicone, synthetic fragrances, phenoxyethanol, and UV absorbent. Aqua Organic focuses on the use of natural essences from fresh plants and fruits to make the skin purer and more beautiful.
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6. Shiro
SHIRO, which means "white" in Japanese, is a skincare brand with a minimalist philosophy. Their packaging is pretty simple, and their product formulation is quite clean. This Hokkaido brand essentially focuses on using plants and organic products grown in Japan, like Sake, Japanese rice wine, kombu, edible algae, flax, and ginger.
On Shiro's online store, you can also find some deli items such as jam, honey, or cider, all produced in Japan.
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7. Spoon Spoon
Built on the philosophy of "saving" or "feeling free," Spoon Spoon is a popular organic cosmetic brand in Japan. The name is derived from the word "scooping." The brand stands tall on the three pillars of goodness for the consumer, the environment, and society.
Spoon Spoon products are made with organic ingredients. Hence, the brand is free from synthetic colors, solvents, and mineral oils. Not only the skin, but the brand also cares for the environment and ensures that its manufacturing processes do not pollute the surroundings by releasing toxins.
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8. NaturaGlacé
NaturaGlacé is a 100% vegan cosmetics brand that has launched a variety of makeup products made from plants, without pesticides, and with 100% natural ingredients. The brand, founded in 2008, prides itself on using only pure and natural "Made in Japan" ingredients in its products. There are essential oils, minerals, moisturizing agents, and waxes.
NaturaGlacé does not use mineral oils, petroleum-based surfactants, parabens, synthetic preservatives, silicon, tar pigments, synthetic fragrances, or UV absorbers in its makeup. Its cosmetic products are based on natural plant extracts, oils, and minerals. They can be rinsed off simply with soapy water.
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9. KOH GEN DO
Born in 1986, KOH GEN DO is a creation of Japanese actress Ai Saotome. She wanted a beauty brand that could cater to skin health and stay longer. Hence, the brand was born. Various film makeup and skin care professionals worldwide now use this brand's products.
KOH GEN DO products are fragrance-free and only use natural coloring. The brand stays away from petroleum-based oils in its products. The products contain organic ingredients and plant-based extracts, making them suitable for sensitive skin.
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10. MiMc
Launched in 2007 by Japanese chemist Kotobuki Kitajima, this cosmetics brand has set itself the goal of creating natural and organic products adapted to the complexion and skin type of Japanese and Asian women. The brand does not support animal testing, and hence, only uses raw and natural products. It assures that it has no intention of using it in the future.
Additionally, like many of its competitors, MiMc does not use synthetic dyes, preservatives and fragrances, UV absorbers, petroleum jelly surfactants, tar pigments, and talc. It also does not mix products in its compositions that could irritate the skin, even if they are natural products.
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11. Hana Organic
Hana Organic products (skincare, body care, hair care, and makeup) are made in Japan using organic ingredients imported from all around the world that meet international organic certifications. The brand focuses on the purification and regeneration of the skin using plant-based solvents and active ingredients. These beauty products are suitable for all ages and all skin types.
The brand's products are also not tested on animals. They are free from synthetic perfumes, artificial colors, and preservatives. Hana Organic uses plant-derived ingredients, like fermented lactic acids from bacteria and black radish extracts.
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12. Amritara
Founded in Kyushu in 2008, Amritara offers makeup, skincare products, supplements, and food products. The brand makes products with no synthetic ingredients. All the ingredients used in the products are organic replacements of synthetic material, like natural colors and organic preservatives, that provide similar benefits.
The food products offered by Amritara include raw cereals, typically Japanese foods, and ingredients such as miso, mirin, dashi, umeboshi, and several kinds of local tea on their website. Amritara supports producers who do not use GMOs, pesticides, or chemical fertilizers for their crops.
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13. F Organics
Aiming to inject elegance into Japan's organic beauty industry, F Organics offers a range of products made with the latest botanical technology. Founded by Yoko Tagami, F Organic's products have luxurious textures and urban packaging.
The brand mainly focuses on skincare products that cure signs of aging and hormonal imbalance. The top four ingredients found in their products are damask oil, frankincense oil, cotton thistle, and pomegranate. These ingredients help make skin brighter, firmer, and smoother.
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N Organic has recently risen in popularity due to its natural and minimalistic products. Its
Vitamin C natural serum has been ranking top on beauty product charts. Besides from skincare, the organic brand also has
haircare products such as shampoo and conditioner. Their beauty products emit
natural fragrances which many love and therefore have become one of the most well-known natural beauty brands even though it is relatively new.
The demand for organic Japanese cosmetics is growing all across the world. You can check out other popular Japanese organic products directly from our
ZenMarket site.
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