Alisa Kerr

Alisa is a freelance beauty writer and mom of two who has lived in Tokyo for the past three years. She loves trying and writing about the latest skincare and cosmetic products and trends, and discovering the best beauty treatments that Tokyo has to offer. Alisa is also the creator of Tokyo Beauty Book, a blog packed with information about Japanese skincare and cosmetics. In her spare time, Alisa loves exploring the neighborhoods of Tokyo with her family, enjoying the never-ending shopping, amazing food, and intriguing people watching.

Articles By Alisa

New Natural and Bio-Active Skin Treatments at Ao Spa

This month Andaz Tokyo’s luxurious Ao Spa has launched an exciting new facial and body treatment menu with a focus on natural and bio-active skincare,...

April 28, 2016 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in April

The arrival of cherry blossom season means spring is finally here, which means it's time to switch up our beauty routines. This month we have...

April 5, 2016 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in March

Spring has finally arrived, and this month's top beauty buys will help refresh your makeup and skincare regime, having you looking great for your hanami...

March 3, 2016 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in February

Tokyo’s cold and dry winter is in full force in February, so this month I was all about finding products to soothe, moisturize and smooth...

February 2, 2016 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in January

As we enter January the temperatures continue to drop and the dead of winter gets even closer, so this month's recommended beauty products are all...

January 5, 2016 | Health & Beauty

Travel Beauty Tips: Staying Fresh During a Long Flight

For most of us, looking in the mirror at the end of a long-haul flight isn’t much fun. Dry, dull skin, frizzy hair and tired...

December 15, 2015 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in December

The final sprint towards the new year has officially begun, and like many others, I always have the best intentions of buying thoughtful and suitably...

December 1, 2015 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in November

I love makeup just as much as the next girl, but any woman's beauty regime needs to start with the basics. So this month, I'm...

November 3, 2015 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in October

September may be the official start to autumn in Japan, but the temperatures usually don't really start to drop until October. This month is a...

October 6, 2015 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in September

September marks the official beginning of autumn, which means a new season of trends and, eventually, cooler weather. It's a great time to start switching...

September 1, 2015 | Health & Beauty

Five Top Japanese Beauty Products to Try in August

Summer is here, and these five Japanese beauty must-haves will have you looking flawless despite the heat.

August 4, 2015 | Health & Beauty