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How to choose a refreshing lotion and 5 recommendations

How to choose a refreshing lotion and 5 recommendations

During the hot season when you start sweating right after taking a bath, you want to use a lotion with a refreshing and light feeling. In this issue, we introduce the characteristics of refreshing lotion, how to choose it, and recommended products!

What is the difference between moist and refreshing lotion?

Whether a lotion is a moist or a refreshing type, there is basically no major difference in the types of ingredients contained in the lotion, but in the amount of ingredients contained in the lotion. The texture of lotion varies depending on the type and amount of moisturizing ingredients and thickening agents, etc., so choose a lotion that suits your skin type and preferences based on the following characteristics.

Characteristics of refreshing lotion

Refreshing lotion is expected to moisturize the skin and prevent it from drying out (i.e., tighten the skin and reduce stickiness). Since the content of glycerin, a moisturizing ingredient, is often set at a low level, the lotion is light and refreshing. Some refreshing lotions contain alcohol to give a cool feeling, while others contain less oil and moisturizing ingredients. Although the water content tends to evaporate more easily than that of a thicker lotion with high moisturizing power, it blends well with the skin, and the high point is that many products of this type have large capacities. Because it can be used in large quantities, it can also be used as a skin tightening cotton pack or on the body.

Main ingredients: BG, glycerin, propanediol, DPG, ethanol
These ingredients are often included in moist types, but many products are made with the above ingredients plus plant extracts.

Characteristics of Moist Lotion

Many moist lotions contain ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and collagen to moisturize the inside of the skin. Moist lotion is characterized by its high moisturizing power and excellent skin moistening effect. Refreshing lotions are recommended in summer, but moist lotions are suitable for moisturizing in winter, when the skin tends to dry out easily.

Main ingredients: glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, psilocybe polysaccharide, xanthan gum, sodium alginate

Refreshing lotion is recommended for the following skin types

Mixed skin (dry and oily skin depending on the area) to oily skin
・Want to use it in large doses
・Want to use it not only on the face but also on the body
・Want to use it after skincare
・People who get acne or rough skin when using moist type lotion.

Editor Konno
In general, men who are prone to sebum production work best with a refreshing type of lotion. If you are not sure what kind of skin type you have, we recommend that you first try a simple skin type diagnosis that can be completed online. If you want to know more about your skin type, please visit a beauty salon that offers a skin quality test.

Do I need to use a milky lotion after a refreshing lotion?

Just putting lotion on the skin will cause the water to evaporate immediately, and when the water on the surface of the skin evaporates, the water inside the skin also evaporates, causing “excessive dryness,” so it is essential to cover the skin with a milky lotion. In particular, many refreshing lotions are low in moisturizing power, so be sure to take good care of your skin. When this excessive dryness is caused, the skin becomes drier and drier, and in an attempt to protect the little moisture that is left, sebum secretion becomes even more excessive, starting a vicious cycle for the skin.

Editor Konno
If you don’t like the heaviness and stickiness of emulsions, there are gel creams, serums, and doose emulsions that are not sticky on the surface but penetrate inwardly, such as clear emulsions, so it is better to use the item that suits you instead of something very “emulsion-like” and sticky. I don’t use it because I don’t like it. I think it is better to use a product that suits you instead of the “emulsion-like” sticky stuff!

How to choose a refreshing lotion

Of course, there is nothing wrong with using a lotion and milky lotion separately if you like, but for more effective use, we recommend ” line use ” with the same products. Although cosmetics are originally made with formulas that can be used separately, brands that offer multiple basic cosmetics also consider the compatibility of their products in product development. However, there is no denying the possibility that some skin types may not be compatible with the use of a line of products. The basic premise is that it is important to take care of one’s skin with items that suit one’s own needs. In addition, among basic cosmetics, active ingredients for “whitening” and “improving the barrier function,” such as serums and creams, are often not included in ordinary moisturizing cosmetics, and even if they are, they are generally contained in smaller amounts than in serums. Therefore, we encourage you to choose products with the aim of achieving your own unique perfection by ” using a line ” of lotion and milky lotion as the basis of your skin care, and arranging other care items in your own way, focusing on your skin concerns.

Next, we introduce a recommended refreshing lotion!

Recommended Refreshing Lotion 1Kanebo Skin Harmonizer

KANEBO, which proposes a wide range of beauty products centered on the creation of products that are gentle on the skin, will introduce a new lotion that was launched in March 2024. With the catchphrase ” fighting lotion,” it is an excellent product that continuously traps sebum, which is the source of dryness and rough skin. This lotion is inspired by the function of the skin’s barrier function, which keeps the skin moist. Although this lotion was just launched in March, it has received numerous awards for best cosmetics and is now gaining momentum.

Check out Kanebo’s lotion

Recommended Refreshing Toner 2Anua Dokudami 77 Soothing Toner

The Dokudami line of lotion from Anua, a skincare brand that uses naturally derived ingredients, is slowly gaining attention among skincare enthusiasts. Anua’s Dokudami line of skincare lotion is gaining attention around the world. Dokudami is an ingredient that is used as a folk medicine and is expected to have anti-inflammatory effects, and is especially recommended for those who are particular about natural ingredients. Although many people may not have the image of beautiful skin, the higher the amount of dokudami in a lotion, the more anti-inflammatory and calming effects can be expected. The high point of this product is that it is mildly acidic, so people with oily or sensitive skin can use it without hesitation. It is also nice that, despite its large volume, the price is relatively affordable.

Check out Anua’s lotion at

Recommended Refreshing Lotion ③IPSA The Time R Aqua

Pick up IPSA’s famous “The Time R Aqua,” which has established a firm position as a best-selling lotion. This lotion contains acetylated hyaluronic acid and other ingredients that enhance hydration in the stratum corneum and prevent moisture from escaping. Therefore, it is refreshing to use, but leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. Since it is oil-free and non-greasy, it should be easy to use even for men with oily skin.

Check out IPSA’s lotion at

Recommended refreshing lotion 4Albion Medicated Skin Conditioner Essential

Albion is an original and high-quality cosmetics brand created through advanced technological innovation and genuine care. This item is often abbreviated as ” Sukicon,” and is a well-known product that has been loved for many years. It is designed to prevent roughness and dryness of the skin, and to keep the skin in good condition when conditions tend to deteriorate due to seasonal and environmental changes. In addition, it contains “Astragalus root extract (yokuinin extract)” and “Astragalus oil (oil-soluble yokuinin extract)” extracted from the Japanese Astragalus species “Kitanohato” as moisturizing ingredients. This medicated lotion has a refreshing texture, yet adheres to the skin and provides a sense of moisturizing power. It contains a refreshing ethanol ingredient, making it perfect for those looking for a lotion with a refreshing sensation.

Check out Albion’s lotion at

Recommended Refreshing Lotion ⑤THREE Balancing Stem Lotion

THREE, a skincare brand that offers skin-friendly comfort and a simple, sophisticated design, offers a lotion that is gentle on the skin. From “THREE,” a skincare brand that offers skin-friendly comfort and a simple, sophisticated design, we picked up a high-spec lotion that immediately permeates even sebum-prone skin. Moisturizing ingredients, which are water-based but have a high affinity with sebum, play the role of connecting lotion and sebum. Even oily skin will not be repelled by sebum, and the lotion will blend with the skin. The green herbal natural blend of essential oils has a refreshing, invigorating scent with a hint of sweetness, making this lotion a two-in-one hit, providing a relaxing effect while taking care of your skin.

Check out Three’s lotion

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