Did you know that in spring, there are a lot of fine particles such as pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5 floating in the air, and they unknowingly stick to your skin, causing inflammation and dryness?
In fact, many women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s and older feel that their skin condition becomes unstable in the spring, and these "invisible external stimuli" may be the underlying cause of this.
However, only a few people pay attention to "face washing" or "cleansing" as a countermeasure against skin problems.
What is the importance of "washing care" that 90% of people overlook, and what are the improvement measures you can start today?
So how many women actually feel they are experiencing skin problems caused by pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5?
And what kind of measures do you take to address these skin concerns?
I think many people are focusing on protective care in spring and summer. While you are using masks and sunscreen to protect yourself, are you simply taking care of removing the important "cleansing care" such as washing your face and cleansing?
First, we asked, "Have you ever experienced skin problems due to pollen, yellow sand, or PM2.5?" Approximately 60% of people answered "Often (21.2%)" or "Sometimes (40.4%)."
As expected, many people are experiencing some kind of skin trouble, and it seems that their skin becomes unwell towards the beginning of spring.
Skin troubles include
"Itching (71.8%)"
"Dry (61.3%)"
"Stinging pain (26.9%)"
These and other irritation reactions caused by a weakened barrier function are the main causes, and it appears that the skin becomes hypersensitive to external stimuli.
Additionally, one in four people experienced a change in which their usual skin care routine no longer suited them, and it was found that even items that had no problems before were more likely to cause problems due to seasonal or environmental changes.
When people who feel that they "often" or "occasionally" experience skin problems due to pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5 were asked whether they experienced similar skin problems in 2025, 79.6% answered "yes."
This means that many people actually experienced skin problems this year, rather than just experiencing them in the past.
Although there may be slight differences from year to year, it appears that the feeling that "my skin has become rough again this year" has become a regular occurrence in the spring.
Pollen and yellow sand are often thought of as temporary phenomena, but for those who suffer from skin problems, they seem to be seen as an "annual skin crisis."
Of those who experience skin problems due to pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5, approximately 70% responded that they are "very concerned (16.8%)" or "somewhat concerned (55.0%)" and are taking some kind of measures.
However, there were also responses of "not doing much (23.8%)" and "not doing anything at all (4.4%)," so it cannot be said that everyone is taking sufficient measures.
In particular, the high number of responses indicating "somewhat" suggests some uncertainty about how far people should go.
Specific measures include:
"Reducing exposed skin by using masks, glasses, hats, etc. (66.7%)"
"Rethinking skin care and makeup items (37.4%)"
"Switching to skin care that emphasizes moisturizing (36.9%)"
It continues, "It appears that they are consciously taking care of their skin from both the perspectives of "blocking external stimuli" and "restoring the skin's barrier function."
So, when we asked people who have "reviewed or changed their skincare or makeup items," what were the specific details?
"I chose items that emphasize moisturizing (62.7%)"
"I chose a cleansing/face wash that was strong enough to cleanse and was gentle on the skin (56.6%)."
"I chose products for sensitive skin (43.4%)"
This was followed by a clear emphasis on the aspects of "not causing irritation" and "preserving moisture."
Furthermore, when asked whether their skin problems had improved after reviewing their cleansing and facial cleansing products, approximately 80% answered "much improved (17.0%)" or "somewhat improved (59.6%)."
It has become clear that reviewing your face washing and cleansing routine can be highly effective in addressing skin concerns.
Washing care , which can be easily incorporated into your daily routine, may be the first step in tackling spring skin problems.
How important is it to review your cleansing and facial washing routines to prevent skin problems caused by pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5?
Approximately 90% of those who take precautions responded that "I think it's easy to overlook reviewing cleansing and face washing," highlighting the fact that this is a blind spot that is often overlooked in everyday skin care.
However, on the other hand, approximately 90% of people also responded that "it is important to review cleansing and facial washing items to protect against pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5," indicating that although it is often overlooked, many people recognize the necessity of doing so.
Because it is incorporated into our daily routine, we tend to have fewer opportunities to reconsider how we wash things or what items we choose.
That's why it may be said that this is an important point in skin care right now. The essence of skin trouble prevention is actually hidden in the most familiar act of "washing."
Finally, we asked people who are conscious of preventing skin problems caused by pollen, yellow sand, and PM2.5, "What are the ideal cleansing/facial washing items?"
"Gentle on the skin (59.9%)"
"Removes dirt from the skin thoroughly (45.7%)"
"It removes makeup thoroughly (41.0%)"
These responses make it clear that the balance between "not too strong cleaning power" and "proven effectiveness" is important.
In particular, items that focus on "preventive care," such as "preventing rough skin" and "less irritation," were highly popular , and we can see a trend in which cleansing and washing the face are perceived not simply as a process of "removing makeup," but as "the first step in protecting the skin."
On the other hand, "strong cleansing power (24.3%)" ranked low, suggesting concern that strong cleansing power may actually cause skin problems.
These results show that what is needed to combat spring skin problems is cleansing and facial washing products that not only have the power to remove makeup, but also provide gentle protection .
今回の調査から、花粉・黄砂・PM2.5といった外的刺激が肌に与える影響は一過性ではなく、毎年繰り返される“生活課題”として定着していることが明らかになりました。特に「かゆみ」や「乾燥」といったトラブルを訴える声が多く、春先になると日ごろのスキンケアが合わなくなる“肌状態の揺らぎ”を感じる方も少なくありません。
その対策として、「マスク・メガネ・帽子の着用」や「保湿の強化」「スキンケアアイテムの見直し」などさまざまなアプローチが取られていますが、中でもクレンジングや洗顔の見直しは高い改善効果が期待できるにもかかわらず、十分に注目されていないのが実情です。
実際に、肌へのやさしさや洗浄力を意識した洗顔アイテムに変えたことで肌トラブルが改善したという声は多数。しかし、毎日の習慣であるがゆえに、アイテムや手順を見直す“意識の転換”がまだ浸透しきれていないのです。
¥2.970
Safe for those with sensitive skin, it was created with gentleness to the skin as a top priority.
It doesn't make your skin feel tight, but it leaves it feeling refreshed after washing.
A simple and natural fragrance that makes the most of the well-balanced ingredients of refreshing geranium, fresh kabosu, and bergamot.
・Macadamia seed oil: A vegetable oil extracted from macadamia nuts.
It also contains a lot of palmitoleic acid, a type of oil that tends to decrease with age, making it a component that is expected to have moisturizing effects.
・Rice bran oil: A vegetable oil obtained from rice bran.
An ingredient that is expected to have an emollient effect that suppresses moisture evaporation from the skin and gives the skin flexibility and smoothness.
・Squalane (plant-based)
Contains vegetable squalane derived from olives.
It has excellent moisturizing, emollient and penetrating properties, and is expected to keep skin smooth and moisturized. *It penetrates to the stratum corneum.
Olive oil: A vegetable oil obtained from olive fruits.
An oil that blends well with the skin, mixes easily with sebum, and easily removes sebum-related grime.
It also contains ingredients that help keep the skin healthy, making it an essential ingredient for beautiful skin.
・It has a nice scent, and it blends in well with makeup and removes it, but it doesn't feel sticky or heavy, so I like how it feels when I use it. I also like how it makes my skin feel more supple.
・It feels light on the skin and puts less strain on it. I like the texture and scent, which are not too strong. After washing, my skin feels more moisturized than the gel type I currently use, but it's not sticky, which is good.
・It was very easy to wash off with water or lukewarm water. I liked that it removed my makeup while leaving my skin moisturized.
・Tube type (approximately 2 months supply) 155g ¥5,500
・Half size (about 1 month's supply) 75g ¥2,970
Contains dipotassium glycyrrhizinate.
[A luxurious, concentrated blend of nature's blessings. An amazing face-washing experience]
Contains 17 types of plant-derived ingredients.
A luxurious facial cleanser packed with the power of nature.
Washing your face every day delivers the blessings of nature to your skin and enhances its beauty.
[Active ingredient (prevents rough skin)] Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
[Plant-derived moisturizing ingredients] Chamomilla extract (1), Scutellaria root extract, Arnica extract
・It thoroughly removes dirt while leaving moisture behind. I want to keep using it.
・Feels good after washing. My skin tends to dry out easily, but I feel relieved that I don't have to rush to apply lotion after washing my face.
・I started seeing results about 10 days after I started using it. The vertical lines under my nose and around my mouth had gotten worse, but now they're no longer a concern, and people around me have started telling me that my skin is clear and beautiful!
- I was surprised at how moisturized and smooth my skin felt after washing.
¥5,940
The basis of beautiful skin is washing your face
"Manabis Cleansing Oil/Wash Set"
This set contains enough for about a month, making it easy to try out, and is also recommended as a gift or to carry around.
This great value set also comes with a foaming net that helps create thicker, fuller lather for your facial wash.
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