Sahashi and Natsume form a working relationship as cosmetic consultants at the request of their company, with both consultants being star employees. However, the impolite and disrespectful Sahashi is a big headache for the senior Natsume. What's more, Sahashi discovers Natsume's secret and threatens him with it... (Source: GagaOOLala) ~~ Adapted from the manga series "Cosmetic Playlover" (コスメティック・プレイラバー) by Narashima Sachi (楢島さち). Edit Translation
- English
- Português (Brasil)
- Français
- Español
- Native Title: コスメティック・プレイラバー
- Also Known As: Kosumetikku Pureirabaa
- Screenwriter: Kanasugi Hiroko
- Director: Shindo Takehiro
- Genres: Romance
Cast & Credits
- Okuno SoMamiya NatsumeMain Role
- Toyoda YudaiSahashi TomaMain Role
- Sono ShuntaNanjo AtsushiSupport Role
- Seina NozomiChief HaradaSupport Role
- Yonemura TomokiHarukawa TaichiSupport Role
- Nakamura YuichiTanouchiSupport Role
Reviews
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set up to be spicy but then not spicy (watch suggestions)
Overall: something didn't quite work for me, but I'd love to see the actors in a new series. This is based on a manga which I read though I tried to review it on its own merits (the manga has a lot of NSFW scenes). 8 episodes about 24 minutes each. Aired on GagaOOLala https://www.gagaoolala.com/en/videos/4647/cosmetic-playlover-2024Content Warnings: (there were a few, check this review's comments for them)
Watch Suggestions (removes work drama, love triangles)
- watch episode 1
- watch episode 2 beginning to 8 minutes and then 21:30-the end
- skip episode 3
- watch all of episode 4 or 4-5:10, 7:40-10:40, 15:20-the end
- watch episode 5 beginning to 4:17 and then 17:20-the end
- stop episode 6 at 20:45
- watch episode 7 11:50-13:25, 20:15 to the end
- watch episode 8 beginning to 5 minutes and then 18:15 to the end
What I Liked
- a character was honest in episode 1
- clear premise
- several characters introduced but I wasn't confused
- sweet moments
- supportive family & coworker
- had some good communication
Room For Improvement
- a tsundere character tells the other guy to "prepare himself" and then basically does nothing, they eat spaghetti, there's a hug, the intensity is missing in their relationship and then we have a blushing virgin trope
- work drama was uninteresting
- why did multiple characters find another character so irresistible?
- episode 5 was too late to give the other character's perspective/explain his motivation
- the voice overs
- that Natsume trusted a total stranger over his boyfriend and repeatedly ignored boundaries
- that stupid contest in episode 8 with a no physical affection clause
- I ended up being worried about Natsume's low self esteem and didn't have faith that they would stay together
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a simple and playful JBL
It's easy to watch and enjoy this drama, the story is a bit forced, but the characters are cute and their messy romance draws you in.The story follows Mamiya, a sweet dilligent type who followed his childhood dreams to become a Beauty Consultant, his coworker Sahashi is the opposite type, known for relying on his pretty face to attract customers. Though Sahashi teases Mamiya for his hard work ethic, he finds himself drawn to Mamiya as the one person who actually acknowledges his efforts and skills. Not wanting to lose to Mamiyas long-term unrequited love, Sahashi wastes no time making bold moves, and the romance between them starts suddenly.
The characters have a decent charm to them that keeps you interested, to be honest theres little depth to the story or characters, but enough to keep you watching all the way through. The actors are cute and don't overact much, and production quality is good.
If you're bored and looking for a short binge with some cuteness to it, give it a try!
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