MAKANAI
MAKANAI Exquisite Recipe Hand Cream, 40g (Awakening Yuzu)
MAKANAI Exquisite Recipe Hand Cream, 40g (Awakening Yuzu)
@cosme rating: 6.0/7.0
It blends in like water within a second of application. An exquisite recipe of skincare quality.
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
It blends in like water within a second of application. Moisturizing yet non-sticky. The natural feel that makes you forget you're wearing it is the result of the exquisite recipe. Focusing on the properties of emulsification, we have achieved a unique feel that is as soft as fresh cream and moisturizing yet non-sticky. Protects supple, beautiful hands that can withstand rough skin. Formulated with the special beauty ingredient "KaESS", this is a skincare quality hand cream. Refreshing and fresh yuzu scent. [Special feature 1] Exquisitely crafted recipe that is non-sticky, filling every corner of your skin with moisture, and melting into your skin. The secret is the unique emulsification. This is achieved by taking advantage of the cream's properties, which allow it to separate when combined with the acid in human sebum, returning to its original water and oil components. The soft cream blends in like water to moisturize your hands, yet you won't even notice it's there. [Special feature Point 2: We want you to use it every day, so this hand cream is made with 100% natural ingredients. It's made with "KaESS," a natural ingredient made from soybeans, persimmon leaves, and eggshell membrane, and is made entirely from natural ingredients. It's also great for use before cooking, when handling small children, or when handling pets. It protects hardworking hands with gentle, luxurious moisture. It uses only natural and naturally derived ingredients as defined by ISO 16128-1. [Key Point 3] "KaESS" was born from Yoshitaka Gold Leaf Honpo, a long-established gold leaf manufacturer in Kanazawa. The women who worked in the harsh, skin-harming environment of a gold leaf manufacturer prepared the washi paper essential for gold leaf production. The history of the women who worked while dipping their hands in a naturally fermented paste (similar to lye) led to their hands becoming exceptionally beautiful and smooth. This is how "KaESS" and its exquisite recipe for hand cream were born.
Ingredients
Water, glycerin, stearic acid, glyceryl stearate (SE), jojoba seed oil, squalane, potassium soap base, palmitic acid, hybrid sunflower oil, shea butter, persimmon leaf extract, hydrogenated lecithin, soybean sterol, alpha-glucan, glucosylceramide, hydrolyzed eggshell membrane, tocopherol, hinokitiol, ethanol, yuzu peel oil, xanthan gum
How to use
Apply an appropriate amount to the back or palm of your hand.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
I've bought more than 10 of these. I usually alternate between camellia and frankincense, but I wanted to change things up so I bought the yuzu one for the first time. The yuzu scent is normal.
I've bought this over 10 times now. I usually alternate between the camellia scent and the frankincense scent, but I wanted something different so I bought the yuzu scent for the first time. The yuzu scent is normal.
It has a smooth texture. The yuzu scent is quite strong. My hands are very dry and I need a lot of moisturizing power, so it wasn't enough for me, but I think it will be soothing for those who like the scent of yuzu.
I received the mini size as a gift and loved it so much that I bought the regular size myself. Yuzu. The scent is soft, yuzu-like, and it penetrates immediately after application, leaving my skin feeling moisturized and blended in so well that it doesn't interfere with subsequent tasks. I'm not a big fan of hand creams, so I don't use them often, but this one feels so good that I use it frequently. It makes a great gift.
I've been using this product for many years. I only use it before going to bed, but it's such a great product that I've never experienced any dry hands! I think it's a good product, but it seems like it's become more expensive since I first started using it. It feels moisturizing, but not sticky. Just use it before going to bed at night and it's effective!