Fuuka's Posts
- Japanese Cosmetics/Kosume
- May 25th, 2009
- I recently discovered Japanese cosmetics. I have extremely sensitive skin. I’m one of those rare people that is allergic to SPF. It makes my face break out in big red sores. It’s bad. Thank goodness for dermatologists! Well, I’ve always noticed that Japanese women have almost perfect skin. Small pores Even skin tone Sometimes » Continue Reading
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- A Facial Mask Phenomenon
- May 15th, 2009
- Facial masks are my new fascination. Apparently they are a extremely popular not just in Japan, but all of Asia. After doing some research online. I decided to go with the very popular Bihada Ichizoku line. It is a rather new skin care line that is generated towards women » Continue Reading
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- Bus Dos and Don’ts: Girly Edition
- May 8th, 2009
- photo credit: mdid I’m from Southern California-AKA I drive everywhere. Not particularly because I want to, but out of necessity. Bus and trolleys are expensive, confusing and you have to wait 30 minutes to an HOUR before you can ride. But I do not like driving, so moving to Japan and » Continue Reading
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- Fashion Facts: Shoes in Japan
- April 24th, 2009
- Japanese women average size is 5 – 7 America women average size is 8 – 10 This translates to 1.) You can never go shoe shopping in Japan. 2.) If you do, you’ll have to endure the giggles and “oh foreign women’s feet are so big!” lines 3.) » Continue Reading
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