The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥2,717
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥2,470
In USD≈ US$16
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
@cosme rating ★ 4.8/7
Pros: Removes waterproof mascara and heavy makeup fairly quickly
Pros: Emulsifies fast and rinses off without an oily film
Pros: Feels like it cleans blackheads and clogged pores; skin isn't tight afterward
Cons: Pricier than typical budget cleansing oils
Pros and cons summarized by us from public reviews

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DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 200mL

DHC薬用ディープクレンジングオイル 200mL

Price JP¥2,717 · tax-free JP¥2,470
Flights Allowed with conditions
Source DHC official online shop · 10-23
Cosmetics & Skincare

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on DHC official online shop is JP¥2,717 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

DHC's classic cleansing oil (quasi-drug), with nearly 18,000 reviews on @cosme; well regarded for removing heavy makeup and waterproof mascara.

BestJapanBuyData updated 2026-10-23 · sources at the end

Store price (incl. tax) JP¥2,717. At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥2,470 at the register (≈ US$16).Below the threshold on its own: you need JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day to buy tax-free. How the new tax-free refund works ›

Customs rules differ by country and region. Will it work in your country? →

Flights: Allowed with conditions. Liquids/gels: on international flights, carry-on containers must be ≤100ml each, ≤1L total, in one resealable clear bag per person; check anything over 100ml

@cosme rating ★ 4.8/7 (17919 reviews), not our own rating.

Pros: Removes waterproof mascara and heavy makeup fairly quickly; Emulsifies fast and rinses off without an oily film; Feels like it cleans blackheads and clogged pores; skin isn't tight afterward

Cons: Pricier than typical budget cleansing oils

Good for: People who often wear heavy makeup or waterproof mascara | Not for: Light-makeup wearers who want a cheaper remover

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan. Find the nearest store.

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Edited 2026-10-23 · prices for reference only · names: DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 200mL / DHC薬用ディープクレンジングオイル 200mL

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Store price
JP¥2,717
Tax-free price
JP¥2,470
In USD (reference)
≈ US$16

Japan price: DHC official online shop, 2026-10-23
Below JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own: combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free
USD rate JP¥1 = US$0.006377 (2026-10-23) · Prices are for reference only; check in store.

How tax-free shopping works

Until Oct 31, 2026: show your passport at a tax-free shop and pay the tax-free price at the register (at least JP¥5,000 excl. tax per store per day).

Calculate the refund · New tax-free rules explained

Specs

BrandDHC
ModelDHC薬用ディープクレンジングオイル 200mL
TypeCleanser / makeup remover
Skin type (per brand)All skin types
Skin concern (brand focus)Cleansing, Pores
Volume200mL/g
Quasi-drug (薬用)Yes
Main sales channelDrugstore

Spec sources: DHC official online shop, @cosme product page

Taking it home: country by country

Customs rules differ by country; check your own customs authority before you travel. Pick your country to put it at the top.

Country / regionResultWhat to know
Mainland China Allowed Cosmetics and skincare: reasonable amounts for personal use can usually be brought in
Hong Kong Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Macao Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Taiwan Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Singapore Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
South Korea Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United States Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Thailand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Malaysia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Philippines Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Vietnam Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Indonesia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
India Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Australia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
New Zealand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Canada Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United Kingdom Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Germany Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
France Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Italy Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Spain Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.

Flights (all destinations): Allowed with conditions: Liquids/gels: on international flights, carry-on containers must be ≤100ml each, ≤1L total, in one resealable clear bag per person; check anything over 100ml

This model: TBD. Results follow published standards; some buildings or hotels may differ.

Overseas vs Japan-only model

No counterpart model listed yet.

Reviews

Third-party rating: 4.8 / 7 (17919 reviews)
Rating source: @cosme, 2026-10-23
The rating comes from a third-party site and is not our own. Pros and cons are our summary of public reviews.

Pros

  • Removes waterproof mascara and heavy makeup fairly quickly
  • Emulsifies fast and rinses off without an oily film
  • Feels like it cleans blackheads and clogged pores; skin isn't tight afterward

Cons

  • Pricier than typical budget cleansing oils

Where to buy

In Japan

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan.

Find the nearest store

Japanese phrases to show staff · Checkout checklist · Calculate the price after refund

Frequently asked questions

Can I take DHC DHC薬用ディープクレンジングオイル 200mL home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21. See the table "Taking it home: country by country" on this page for each country and region.

How much is the DHC DHC薬用ディープクレンジングオイル 200mL in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on DHC official online shop is JP¥2,717 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥2,470. It costs less than JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own, so you need to combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free. From Nov 1, 2026, you pay the tax-included price in store and get the tax refunded when you leave Japan (a fee may apply).

Where can I buy the DHC DHC薬用ディープクレンジングオイル 200mL in Japan?

Sold at drugstores, cosmetics shops and department store counters in Japan. The price we list is from DHC official online shop (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.

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Sources

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