TATCHA aburatorigami “oil blotting papers” and contest

I wanted to make a quick mention about a 300 year old beauty product from Japan that was just released to the local markets on September 16, 2009.

TATCHA aburatorigami: Abura-tori-gami means “oil blotting paper” in Japanese, but refers specifically to handmade abaca leaf papers used by gold leaf artisans.

TATCHA aburatorigami is the gold standard in this class of blotting papers and for the first time it is going to be available in the U.S.

For centuries, gold craftsmen in Japan have used special handmade papers to protect the precious metal they hammered into whisper-thin leafing to enrobe the majestic pavilions of Imperial Japan.

Their gold-leaf artistry transformed the supporting paper into aburatorigami, an incredibly soft, strong and absorbent leaflet ideal for removing excess oils from delicate skin.

Just how our geisha discovered that this precious by product of the artisan’s alchemy could help create a perfect canvas for her makeup and keep her skin petal fresh throughout the night remains a mystery, but the benefits of her ancient beauty secret remain unsurpassed to this day.

Read more about the history of Tatcha aburatorigami.

Blotting papers remove excess oil that can lead to shiny skin, clogged pores and even breakouts but do it naturally without adding any chemicals or products to the face.

Find usage instructions for people with dry skin or oily skin

If you look closely at a leaflet of Tatcha aburatorigami to see why it is the gold standard in blotting papers.