May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, serving as a reminder to appreciate, celebrate, and support the diverse history and culture that these communities bring onto the table — and even to the shelves of our favorite stores.

So many trends — in beauty and beyond — can be traced back to their roots in China, Japan, Korea, India, and all sorts of diasporas. Viral topics like glass skin, Aryuvedic skin care, hair-oiling, as well as meditation have all stemmed from the Asian community, making a continuous impact on our everyday lives and practices. Not to mention, many beloved ingredients like snow mushroom, rice, ginseng, and silk have been deeply embedded in Asian cultures for centuries upon centuries.