"Shizen-na, Meguri Gel" Nominated for the "YJ Wellness Item Award 2026" Beauty Care Category by Yoga Journal Japan, with a 91% Recommendation Rate from 100 Yoga Instructors

"Shizen-na, Meguri Gel," a product developed by Natural Island Co., Ltd. (Sapporo, Hokkaido; President: Masakazu Komatsu), which manufactures and sells skincare products utilizing the natural bounty of Hokkaido, has been nominated in the Beauty Care category for the "YJ Wellness Item Award 2026 (2nd Edition)," featured in the Yoga Journal Japan Vol. 100 released on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

This award is based on trials and evaluations conducted by members of the "Yoga Journal 100-person Labo," consisting of 100 yoga instructors. Following a rigorous review process, while it narrowly missed the grand prize in the Beauty Care category, it achieved a very high evaluation with a 91% recommendation rate.

"Shizen-na, Meguri Gel" is a gel cream formulated with powerful plant extracts, including proprietary Hokkaido-grown St. John's Wort oil and extract, as well as black ginger extract, designed to improve skin condition when used with massage. It features a refreshing scent derived from Japanese peppermint "JM-23" and a non-sticky, smooth texture. It received strong support from yoga instructors for its versatility, including use for massage, moisturizing, body care after yoga or exercise, and refreshing through its scent.

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