I'm Chinese too! And just like you...I don't read...LOL.
My favorite Asian skincare brands are Skinfood, Laneige (Amore Pacific), and My Beauty Diary.
As the wonderful
Lo has already mentioned, BB creams are probably the pinnacle of Asian makeup/skincare. I use Laneige's BB cream. It's great for individuals who want a really easy "one product does everything" of thing. The only drawback is that it doesn't offer much coverage, so it's not for somebody who's skin needs more coverage. BUT it's a very good product for individuals who have great skin already, and just want SPF and to even out your skintone. BB creams range from $16 - $40 depending on the brand. Here is mine if you are more curious, I use #1 which gives you a "glow". It also comes in #1 which is a "no makeup" look:
http://www.yesstyle.com/en/laneige-...ightening-50ml-1-7oz/info.html/pid.1022583656
I also have to recommend Laneige's Sleeping Pack. I haven't come across an American cosmetic company that has made something similar to it. It's this cream you put on right before you go to sleep and it REALLY hydrates your skin. It's so easy to use, just put it on and wash it off in the morning. It helps your skin on those dry winter nights. It's one of their most popular products:
http://www.yesstyle.com/en/laneige-...-all-skin-types-80ml/info.html/pid.1021548888
My HG cleanser is from Skinfood, which is also a Korean brand. I LOVE their tea tree oil products and it really does clear up and keeps my skin clear. It's MUCH better than The Body Shop's tea tree oil cleanser. It's creamier in texture, and less stinky. Another product which I absolutely adore is their Lettuce and Cucumber toner. It's a very hydrating toner, and it really allows your moisturizer to fully soak in. When I don't use it, I feel a significant difference in the absorption level. Skinfood is super affordable because it averages $15-$20. Official site here:
http://eng.theskinfood.com/ Yestyle has a good selection, but it's not exhaustive:
http://www.yesstyle.com/en/skinfood-beauty/list.html/bcc.11213_bpt.299_bid.310850
My Beauty Diary was recommended to me by my cousin who is a cosmetic fanatic. She says it's the best face mask company, and each pack yields TONS of serum.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?brand=My Beauty Diary&ref_=bl_sr_beauty&node=11055981
Lastly, my absolute favorite Asian shampoo is Asience by Kao. It smells so good, and it makes my hair super soft. Usually Asian brand shampoos make my hair super greasy, but not this one!
http://web.kao.com/asience/
Wow I wrote a lot!! I think that's enough recommendations...at least for now lol! I've actually recently been on an Asian skincare obsession! I've just bought Laneige's Ultra Hydro Cream_EX and toner (
http://www.laneige.com/product/type.jsp?brandCd=3189&lineCd=3189&cdTp=L) and I'm excited to use it. So far the samples the SA gave me have been wonderful on my skin!