Though the name sounds decidedly French, yes, this beauty brand originally hails from Japan. Even by department store standards, it's luxe (one of its face creams costs $1,000 — though, to be fair, it's an outlier) but if you're feeling like treating yourself on payday, it's Worth It.

Must-have products: Everything we've tried from this brand has been excellent, but we're particular fans of Cle de Peau Beaute Intensifying Liquid Eyeliner, $55 (it's pricey, but with its dual-ended brush/tip combo, think of it as a twofer — plus, it lasts forever). We also love the cult-favorite Cle de Peau Beaute Concealer Broad Spectrum SPF 25, $70, and you can't go wrong with the Cle de Peau Beaute Lipstick, $65, either.

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Less known in the States, Suqqu is massively popular among Asian beauty aficionados and is well-liked in England as well.

Must-have products: Suqqu Liquid Eyebrow Pen, $26, is something of a cult favorite — the brush tip is perfect for creating realistic hair-like strokes and the Moss Green shade, in particular, is flattering and cool-toned in a way that can be tough to find with brow products. You'd also be hard-pressed to pass up the Suqqu Designing Color Eyes Eyeshadow Palette, $54, what with the silky formula and the inspired color selection.

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Shiseido first made its way to the states in the 60s and is popular for its gentle-yet-effective skin care products and sumptuous color cosmetics line.

Must-have products: Well, you can't go wrong with the brand's sunscreens and we've been loving the ultra-lightweight Shiseido Essential Energy Moisturizing Gel Cream, $48 (it absorbs instantly and smells divine). You're also going to want to keep your eyes out for its recently relaunched makeup line, including the Shiseido Visionairy Gel Lipstick, $26.

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Though it launched in the U.S., Boscia was originally established by a Japanese cosmetics company. The brand focuses on natural botanical ingredients and currently offers a fun, fresh lineup of products.

Must-have products: For a fairly uniquely Japanese experience, you can't go wrong with the Boscia Exfoliating Peel Gel, $34, which offers one of the more satisfying modes of exfoliation. We also recommend the recently-launched Boscia Cactus Water Gel Moisturizer, $38 — it's got a pleasing jelly-like texture that's perfect for summer.

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Koh Gen Do gained cult fame around 10 years ago as a makeup artist staple, particularly for film and TV (it was used on shows like "Glee" and "Mad Men").

Must-have products: Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Aqua Foundation, $70, remains a popular pick amongst makeup artists, since it has a gorgeously glowy finish and coverage that somehow manages to be at once flawless and natural. Koh Gen Do Cleansing Spa Water, $46, is another great option as a top-of-the-line, nourishing cleansing water.

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