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EMPOWERING CHANGE

The MyKirei by KAO brand is designed to help people live a more beautiful life, inside and out. Our products help people make their own lives clean and beautiful without compromising the beauty and cleanliness of the world around them. But our commitment doesn’t end there. We recognize that we are all connected and by taking positive actions, we can inspire a wave of good in our society.

SHINY HAIR SECRETS FROM JAPAN

Japanese women have perfected and passed down haircare rituals that create beautifully glossy strands for centuries. Here's how you can try them for yourself.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SKINCARE FORMULAS FOR YOU

There are many varieties of personal care formulas: lotions, creams, foams, gels, and liquids. Oh my! How do you choose the right ones for you and your family? A lot depends on what you like to use.

THE WONDERS OF YUZU FRUIT FOR YOUR SKIN

Yuzu, a popular East Asian fruit and a common ingredient in traditional Japanese medicine, offers fantastic benefits. Read on to learn why and how to incorporate Yuzu Extract into your skincare routine.

HOW TO SWITCH YOUR BODY PRODUCTS WITH THE SEASONS

Paying attention to your environment is integral to customizing the right body care routine for you. Changes in weather and environment can significantly affect skin, so read this to learn a few important things about changing your body care routine with the seasons.

HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN HEAVENLY YUZU BATH

In the Japanese tradition, it is customary to take a warm yuzu bath to bring good luck and good health, and help to ward off colds, soothe the skin, and relax the mind.

HOW TO CREATE KAWAII IN YOUR LIFE AND YOUR HOME

The Japanese word "kawaii" translates to "cute" in English, and kawaii is ingrained in Japan's culture. It is the culture of cuteness. Things that are childlike, innocent, playful, and downright adorable are kawaii, and they are everywhere.

THE SECRET TO GLOWING SKIN

Your skin’s barrier is a mighty force field that acts as a buffer between you and the outside world. But some of our most common habits can throw it off-balance, triggering dryness, itching, sensitivity, and more. These pro tips and a few key ingredients will put you on the fast track to healthy, radiant skin.

HOW TO DETANGLE HAIR LIKE A PRO

Oh, what a tangled web we weave when we’re overzealous with our combing and brushing techniques. To unfurl hair gently and avoid knots in the first place, follow these tried-and-true expert tips.

4 HAIR AND SKIN BENEFITS OF CAMELLIA OIL

This all-star natural oil is a staple in Japanese beauty rituals for a good reason—it’s chock full of nourishing ingredients that have an incredible effect on hair and skin. Learn what makes camellia oil so special and the best expert-approved ways to use it.

5 TOP REASONS TO USE RICE WATER FOR HAIR

Can it help hair grow? Will it strengthen and soften my strands? Do I have to cook a batch to get all the goodness? We rounded up the research to bring you the facts about the hair benefits of rice water.