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May 20, 2017

Sunscreen Lotion

As the summer is almost here. I am wondering what would be a good sunscreen lotion to use on face. I am looking for something reasonable.

Radar

Radar

I have been living in Japan for almost a decade. I enjoy every bit if this country !

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  • Babina

    on May 20

    I have been using Biore that you can easily get in a drug store. I like it because it has no fragrance plus it is light. And cost wise it is very reasonable. I think I bought one for something like 1000 Yen and that lasts for quite a time. Try it I think you will like it as it gets absorbed very well and is non greasy.

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  • JapanRamen

    on May 20

    I'd recommend against the spray type. It's cool that you can use it on your hair, but I just felt like it wasn't very effective and I had to use a LOT of the can for good coverage.

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  • KamaT

    on May 21

    I've been using the stuff in the picture when I go surfing. Seems to be doing a good job. I've yet to see a sun cream in Japan that is weaker than a factor 30, so I think whatever you go with it will certainly be strong. On the other hand I've also yet to find a sun cream in Japan that comes in a decent size container. It's always really small and expensive at the price.

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  • BigfamJapan

    on May 24

    Costco had a good selection a couple of weeks ago when I was there and they were all under 1000 yen. I actually order my own from abroad or sometimes get some in Tokyu Hands, but its about 5,000 yen.

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  • Louiseyd

    on May 24

    I don't know if you're a man or a woman, but I like to use foundation with built in SPF on my face to avoid stickiness or the unpleasant smell you can get with sunscreen.

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  • Amandee

    on May 28

    I also like Biore, specifically their Aqua Rich Watery Essence (or Gel). This page has a good rundown on the subtle differences between the 2: https://melissabeautylab.wordpress.com/2015/10/18/product-review-comparison-biore-uv-aqua-rich-watery-gel-vs-essence/

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  • Oldsoul

    on May 31

    All Biore products are recommended but I specifically prefer Biore UV Bright Milk due to it's powdery finish. It's economical (around 600 JPY) and it lasts for about 3 to 4 months.

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  • Jazzy06

    on Jun 9

    I prefer also the suncut product .waterproof

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  • genkidesu

    on Nov 25

    I've tried a few, and also like Biore from both a price point and an accessibility standpoint. You can find various types of their sunscreens at just about every drug store out there -- or online, if that's easier!

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