new! beautiful cleansing oils by moyoco anno...

japanese contemporary art meets the art of beauty in shu uemura’s 2009 artist collaboration series, tokyo kamon girls cleansing oils. celebrated manga* artist, moyoco anno brings art to daily life with her unique and inspiring designs found on each of shu uemura’s iconic cleansing oils. these limited-edition bottles are beautified with traditional kamon** crests and images of women living in contemporary tokyo. inspired by the expressions and characteristics that co- exist in all women, moyoco adorned each of the oils with a “tokyo kamon girl” who represents the different emotions women across the world share in common.

moyoco anno is one of the world’s hottest and most popular manga artists. we love moyoco for her ability to reach women of all ages either through her irreverent or innocuous works.

classic cleansing oil
1 bottle / $65

a longtime enthusiast of the oils, moyoco drew inspiration from their botanical ingredients, but also saw the products as an element of one’s personal environment. they had to be something she would want to display on her own dresser. as you will see, this limited-edition collection of oils is a gorgeous addition to any bathroom or vanity, bringing a bit of fun and art back to one’s skincare routine.


cleansing oil enriched
• bitter orange peel, tomato extract, red pepper extract enrich, nourish and comfort
dry skin.
• the checkered pattern on the packaging is drawn from traditional kimono textiles.
• inspired by the formula’s orange tone, the kamon symbol is formed of the leaves of
a mandarin fruit.
• moved by the energetic and strong-willed female, moyoco depicted a girl whose
long hair and bangs hark back to powerful traditional images of japanese female
beauty.


cleansing oil a/o
• fatigued and aging skin is purified, moisturized and revitalized with green tea
extract, which contains catechin known for its anti-oxidant properties that restore
radiance.
• decorated with a magnificent japanese pine and a woman who lovingly manicures
her bonsai plant, the bottle’s images were inspired by the deep green of the
formula as well as the reserved, elegant and graceful disposition of a highly
revered japanese woman.

cleansing oil fresh
1 bottle / $65

cleansing oil fresh
• a light oil that refreshes and refines oily to combination skin.
• formulated with cherry extract to remove excess skin cells and tighten pores.
• a cherry blossom and chrysanthemum, japan’s most symbolic bloom, kamon adorn
the bottle.
• the pink motif and image of a very cute, charming girl complements the pink
colored formula and represents the pure and innocent qualities in a woman.


classic cleansing oil
• excellent for all skin conditions, the formula’s camellia and ginger root oils help to
maintain skin’s moisture, leaving it feeling comfortable and as soft as a petal.
• leaves and vines playfully intertwine in the design, which also features heart-
shaped flower petal icons.
• wanting to communicate the idea of “brilliance”, moyoco depicts a serene girl who
embodies the essence of happiness and true fulfillment.


brightening cleansing oil
• sakura leaf and prune extract swiftly remove makeup and impurities to reveal
smoother, brighter, more clarified skin.
• the design’s green accents bring to mind the youth and vitality of fresh leaves,
while the purple wisteria is known for its longevity and fertility in ancient japanese
poetry.
• a popular color combination in japan, these hues brought to mind the coquettish,
mysterious and alluring aspect of women and can be seen in the moyoco’s image
of the girl whose parted hair covers one eye in a flirtatious way.

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