Today Russian manufacturers cosmetics have firmly taken a leading position in the beauty market, and we, frankly, are very happy about this. The times when domestic creams, shampoos and lipsticks were significantly inferior in quality to foreign luxury and mass market are over, and today many of them not only compete with the latter on the international market, but even bypass them in some respects. A recent example is shampoo Natura Siberica in the ranking of the best natural shampoos The Times.
In order to support the domestic manufacturer, but more - because of the endless pride that Russia began to produce truly high-quality and incredibly beautiful cosmetics, we have compiled this guide for you. It contains twenty-five brands of Russian cosmetics (both skin care and decorative): unconditional "superstars" and those that you have not heard of yet.
Natura Siberica
With the phrase "excellent Russian cosmetics", the first thing that comes to mind is Natura Siberica. And, by the way, quite rightly. In addition to impressive ratings and international awards, including winning the "Best face care product" (" Best Product facials") at the Beauty Challenger Awards in Paris, the brand boasts social responsibility which is highly valued by consumers. So, in the wake of the scandal over the use of deer antlers in the cosmetic industry, representatives of Natura Siberica tripled the survey in in social networks, as a result of which it was decided to abandon the use of pantocrine and, as a result, lines with pantocrine in the composition.What to buy: northern detox soap for deep cleansing facial skin, nourishing shower gel "Shaman Berries", sea buckthorn scrub for the scalp.
Clean line
For many years, under the Pure Line brand, the Kalina concern has been producing quality cosmetics at a surprisingly attractive price. And if at some time you had the impression that "Clean Line" is cosmetics exclusively for mothers and grandmothers, then it's time to look into the store and freshen it up. The fact is that, like many "old-timers" of the beauty market, "Chistaya Liniya" has gone through a rebranding, significantly expanding the already existing lines and supplementing them with new ones. Today, in addition to fragrant shower gels and shampoos that do their job perfectly, the brand has products for and after sunburn, phytodeodorants and fresh creams worthy of taking a place in your cosmetic bag.What to buy: light styling hairspray with thermal protection, "Refreshing" shower gel with blackcurrant juice, "Triple Action" tanning oil spray.
Tasha
Tasha is delicate fragrances, "girlish" packaging design and quality that will definitely not disappoint you. The brand, owned by Fresh Cosmetics, borrowed technology, recipes, equipment, raw materials, and, according to the creators, optimism and faith in success from Europe, working closely with colleagues from Denmark, Great Britain, Sweden and Spain. Retail sales of Tasha products began in 2006, and today must-haves and novelties can be found in the brand section of the Pudra.ru website. Face, hair and body masks, bath bombs and foams, oils and shower gels will appeal to fans of sweet fragrances and the same names. So, do you like Candied Cranberry, Orange Muffin or Whipped Delight?What to buy: bubbling bath ball "Sweetie", dry oil"Coconut Cream", fragrant bath beads "Lovely Pearls".
Kamali
"Kamali" is a unique cosmetic collection inspired by nature and the perfection of naturalness, "the creators of the brand say. Better than big words, however, actions speak. More precisely, the effect of products made in Kazan. All Kamali products contain ingredients of natural origin and are vegetarian, while 80% of them are vegan, that is, they consist of pure plant materials without the use of components of animal origin.Of course, cosmetics are not tested on animals, and herbal infusions, flower distillates, essential oils, juices and absolutes.What to buy: relax- bath complex "Creamy Delight", oil for the growth of eyelashes and eyebrows, hair elixir "Liquid Gold".
Organic Shop/ Organic Kitchen
"Whoever doesn't love Organic Shop hasn't tried Organic Shop" - every girl who has ever used (and probably still uses) the cosmetics of this brand will agree with this motto. Another excellent brand of the company "First Solution" under the leadership of Andrey Trubnikov and, concurrently, Native sister Natura Siberica has become a favorite of beauty bloggers thanks to its natural scrubs and body polish from the main line, and gained popular adoration with the advent of Organic Kitchen - a budget line, also known as "jars of 50". The brand does not claim original design or "discovery of America", but does its job in such a way that only one thing can be said: "Both of them, and you can do without bread."What to buy: body scrub "Brazilian coffee", tomato bio hair balm Tomato Organic, renewing body scrub "Banana Mayhem" Organic Kitchen.
Sayuri
"After obtaining the necessary qualifications, working with professionals, and also thanks to each of our clients, I came to understand that the cosmetic world is an immense area for activity, development and research. Having stopped before the choice of "merchant or creator", the choice was clear - the creator ", says Katerina Trofimova, the founder and lead developer of the Sayuri brand. According to the brand, Sayuri Cosmetics is a timeless care that does not dictate the rules of the game to the skin, but helps where it is needed. The Scandinavian design of bottles, in turn, makes it so that you want to try everything and immediately.What to buy:"rejuvenating drops" Glow Perfection Drops, elixir for the skin around the eyes Eye Cream, face and neck cleanser Oliogel.
Irushka
The founder of the Irushka brand, Irina Nikolaeva, is a real expert in the field of beauty and a cosmetologist with many years of experience. She boldly declares that during its existence the brand has managed to prove that in Russia they can produce high-tech cosmetics of the European level, combining science and nature literally in one bottle. All Irushka products are classified as skin friendly (skin friendly), that is, they are created using components whose effectiveness has been confirmed by scientific research in Europe and the USA. This is precisely the key to the popularity of the brand: if you buy a product for oily skin, which means that after the first application there will be no trace of shine.What to buy: serum vs. oily sheen Active Serum Sebo Control, revitalizing mask for dehydrated dull skin NMF Revitalizing Mask, Relax Code Serum for the evening.
pure love
Pure Love is a series of natural cosmetics aimed primarily at restoring the protective barrier of the skin. Representatives of the brand responsibly declare: they use only natural oils and plant components, as well as effective and physiological active ingredients. Therefore, it is important to store Pure Love face creams at the recommended temperature - no higher than +15 degrees. “I studied medical literature a lot, studied with technologists of cosmetic production, and later entered the Faculty of Chemistry with a degree in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Production Technologies at the University of D. I. Mendeleev,” admits the creator of the brand, Katerina Karpova. And this girl with perfect skin and I want to believe in the approach to the brand.What to buy: antioxidant face serum, alginate mask with aloe vera extract, micellar water with vitamin B5.
Berezka Lab
It is easy to assume that the brand with the dear name "Beryozka" refers to Russian cosmetics. But, nevertheless, if you remove this fact from the list of "evidence", it will not be so easy to determine the country that produces stylish care products. All products of the Berezka Lab brand are made from 100% natural ingredients, do not contain parabens, propylene and polyethylene glycols, petrochemicals, phenoxyethanol and other synthetic fillers. And although the choice of products (yet!) Is not as wide as other brands, complete care behind the face and body - as well as laconic accessories in the form of a bowl and a brush for applying masks - you are provided.What to buy: Cleansing Oil, Green Masque for problem skin, Antioxidant Night Serum.
Makosh
Makosh is the goddess of Slavic mythology and the only female deity whose idol stood in the Kiev sanctuary erected by Prince Vladimir. And "Makosh" is a family workshop natural cosmetics founded in 2013. "More natural than natural" - this is how the brand's products could be described if we did it. The founders of "Makosh" speak a little differently: "At first we made creams for our mothers, pleased friends and relatives with all sorts of things. It soon became obvious that we can bring joy and benefit to a much wider circle good people. For example, you." Following the traditions and absolute safety for children and animals (including full compostability of packaging) is attached.What to buy: lip balm "Enchantress" with chocolate, natural shampoo For oily hair"Firebird", cream for tender places "Poppy".
Arcadia
Arcadia positions itself in the market as professional cosmetics with a European approach, tailored to the needs modern women. Responsibility for this lies with the entire research and production laboratory in St. Petersburg, and, in particular, with the company's president, Candidate of Chemical Sciences Elena Vasilievna Korobkova. By the way, in 2013 "Arcadia" became the owner of the National Award "My Cosmetics" in the nomination "Alliance of Beauty and Science" (for UpGrade 40+ cream). However, in the line of the brand you can find many equally worthy products that promote self-healing and self-regulation of the skin as the main principle of Arcadia.What to buy: tonic for normal and sensitive skin Prime, T-Mate serum, LymiWhite face mask.
Iffecta
Iffecta is not exactly a brand, if we take this word in the usual sense. More like a "one-cream brand" that grew out of a group discussing new beauty and care trends on Facebook. Founder of Iffecta, beautiful girl Katya, like many of the heroines of our selection, once wanted to create a facial skin care product that would suit her in all respects. “Over 19 years of work and study in the cosmetics industry, I have accumulated a decent amount of knowledge, proven in practice. Finally, my dream came true, and the result is in front of you,” she says. Now at perfect cream with the telling name My Perfect Cream and a bunch of nice bonuses, a relative appeared in the line-up - My Magic Cream. And both of these products are definitely worthy of your attention.What to buy: My Perfect Cream to fight the first signs of aging, My Magic Cream to fight the visible signs of aging.
Siberian Health
Siberian Health Corporation has been developing and producing a wide range of cosmetics and biologically active food supplements since 1996. Siberia appeared in the name, of course, for a reason. Care formulas are based on medicinal herbs Baikal and Gorny Altai. Separately, we note that Siberian Health also has its own research center, which calls the support of domestic science and the introduction of promising developments of Russian scientists into practice its main mission. Have you thought that silver packaging and complex names cannot be avoided? And here it is not. Everything is very nice and modern - both in design and in action.What to buy: oil for nails and cuticles "Siberian Rose", rejuvenating day fluid Experalta Platinum, regenerating hand cream "Baarhad".
Laboratorium
Laboratorium - cosmetics self made, which is created in St. Petersburg. The main components of the products include vegetable and essential oils, water, flowers, herbs and various minerals. Interestingly, according to the producers, they collect most of the herbs and flowers themselves, which makes the idea even more advantageous. When creating products, a minimum of preservatives and packaging is used, and products of animal origin are not used. All this, however, does not affect the breadth of the line: there are body creams, shower soaps, bath milks, as well as scrubs and balms for the sweetest kisses.What to buy: bath mix "From suspicious thoughts", soap with sea salt, vanilla-raspberry balm.
Evolut
When science meets beauty, brands like Evolut are born. The design of the packaging with references to molecular structures speaks for itself, and scientific studies confirming the work of each of the components of the product (there are only three of them in the line, but which ones) cause boundless respect. Evolut manufacturers rely on products that everyone needs without exception - antiseptic, soap and cleanser - and silver nanoparticles as the main active ingredient. And they do their job so well that the restrictions in terms of formats do not affect the final result.What to buy: antiseptic for hands, soap for problem skin of the face and body, foam for daily washing and make-up removal.
MI&KO
MI&KO- family company for the production of environmentally friendly cosmetics with perhaps the cutest description we have ever seen. Just listen: "The name of the company was suggested by Ekaterina's grown-up son, who asked for "mother's miko". And so MI & KO appeared." Ekaterina Matantseva, the founder of the brand, thought about creating her own brand just during her pregnancy. She wanted to find cosmetics and household products that would protect the health of the baby and take care of the cleanliness in the house. As a result, in the composition of the products you can find extracts grown in ecologically clean corners of Russia, olive oil, which is made by a Russian family on their own farm in Italy, hand-pressed shea butter and other ingredients that have been touched by a human hand, not a machine.What to buy: facial fluid "Lavender", children's healing cream "Tender Age", wax for split ends of hair "Ylang-Ylang".
PUDRA
“What happens when top-notch design meets beauty expertise?” Pudra.ru asks. We, like many domestic bloggers, know the right answer. The result is the cosmetic brand PUDRA, inspired by years of experience in the industry with special attention to the formulas and production of each novelty. On this moment the collection consists of weightless powder and brushes that allow you to apply makeup like professional makeup artist. But this, something tells us, is only the beginning. Especially when you consider that one of the most famous Russian beauty bloggers and, in combination, the creative director of Pudra.ru Sergey Ostrikov was noticed working on PUDRA.What to buy: translucent Ultra HD powder, Trilogy brush set.
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Eva Mosaic
Manufacturers call the Eva Mosaic brand "the universe of fashion innovation", and it's hard to argue with that. In the assortment you can find all the novelties of the beauty market, as well as the basic products that every girl needs: highlighters and concealers, eye and eyebrow shadows, ball-shaped balms (hello, EOS!) and wipes for delicate make-up removal. The creative team of Eva Mosaic actively cooperates with leading cosmetics manufacturers from Italy, France and Germany, so the brand immediately takes note of all the most interesting. And, of course, we cannot but mention the prices, which, combined with the quality, will pleasantly surprise you.What to buy: universal highlighter-pencil, makeup brushes "Tenderer than a feather", drying-aerosol nail polish.
Art Visage
Decorative cosmetics Art-Visage, the main brand of Studio-Laboratory ART-VISAGE, exists and feels great on the market since 1998. According to the manufacturers, each product of the brand performs three functions: decorative (the maximum match of the color of cosmetics in a jar and on the skin), caring (contains natural waxes and plant extracts) and protective (UV filters and antioxidants are included). A wide range allows you to choose perfect color and the most comfortable texture, and if you do not find what you have been looking for for so long, you can make an individual order in the laboratory. Do you want lipstick in the shade of a unicorn flying over the city on a moonlit night? Easily!What to buy: eyebrow and eyelash gel, compact blush palette, Color Fix eyeshadow base.
Exhausted by the unfavorable ecology and the bustle of city life, we gladly responded to the wave of organic cosmetics that appeared from abroad. Exactly natural remedies become beautiful way at least for a while enjoy the unity with nature.
Times have changed, and now Russian companies are actively mastering eco-technologies. What interesting things can domestic specialists offer, and are they really trustworthy?
Basic concepts of biogeneration
Fashion trends on healthy lifestyle life, proper nutrition and personal care products marked Organic have led to the fact that everything created by nature is perceived as the only correct and useful one. But what really is cosmetics that should not contain artificial additives? There are enough myths around it, and the first one starts with the very definition.
The absence in Russia of any clear normative documents, controlling funds from natural ingredients, has led to a substitution of concepts. Today, the word “natural” can often be found on packaging, which means only one thing - the composition contains the notorious natural ingredients. What, besides this, is in the coveted tube is unknown.
Planeta Organica
In order for the BIO, ECO or Organic label to appear on the bottle, you must obtain the appropriate certificates. International organizations issuing such documents impose certain requirements on both raw materials and the finished product:
- the compositions are made only from plants grown in ecologically clean places and without the use of mechanized processing and chemical fertilizers;
- packaging must meet environmental safety requirements, and animal testing is strictly prohibited;
- the composition cannot include GMOs, silicones, parabens, artificial preservatives and dyes;
- no more than 5% of the content of synthetic substances is allowed, and those only from the list of permitted;
- most often the mixtures have a faded tint due to the absence of dyes and an herbal or floral smell, but modern manufacturers can bring to life a whole palette and achieve high foaming of cleaning agents without using synthetics.
The most popular societies certifying organic products are ECOCERT and COSMEBIO (France), ICEA (Italy), BDIH (Germany), NSF International and USDA organic (USA), Soil Association (UK), COSMOS Standard AISBL and NaTrue (international companies) , BioRus (Russia).
Natural mixtures are no longer inferior to the products of the chemical industry in properties, leaving behind complete safety. Therefore, such use of natural resources could not fail to find an interested consumer.
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The roots of Russian production
The first organic products coming from Europe and the USA were the absolute masters of the Russian market for several years. They were able to win the trust of buyers, despite the high cost due to import costs and lack of competition. Probably, thanks to this very price and the quality of the compositions, a certain opinion has developed - biocosmetics is a useful, but expensive thing.
Domestic trademarks, as soon as they began to appear on store shelves around 2009, outwardly very much resembled (and still often echo) their foreign counterparts. Attractive packaging, interesting logos, names on English language- you can recognize the Russian brand from afar only at a bargain price.
Due to the use of exclusively natural preservatives (extracts of eucalyptus, lemon, rosemary, vitamin E, propolis, benzoic acid and others), the shelf life of organic mixtures is extended to 1–3 years in intact packaging and up to 6–12 months after opening.
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The economic advantage at first became the scourge of native brands. As organic, where used manual labor and banned pesticides, can cost less, for example, a talking horse? But after all, our country really has vast unpolluted expanses, human resources and rich fauna.
Digging a little deeper, it becomes clear that cosmetologists most often use herbs and plant fruits that are characteristic of our latitudes. In addition, the volume of production only in Russia today significantly exceeds the single production of past years, which cannot but reduce the cost of an individual bottle. And the methods of implementation have been enriched by specialized stores and online communities.
It turns out that the strong positions of native companies have been proved by their own experience - Russian organic cosmetics have the right to exist!
When buying a particular brand, it is imperative to understand that eco-certificates are often issued for a specific product, and not for the brand as a whole. On the packaging of a product that meets all standards, the manufacturer will not be too lazy to place special graphic signs.
Krasnopolyanskoe
Flawless color without harm to curls -. The best shades from Oliya's hair color palette can be appreciated.
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Rating of the best brands
Manifold inexpensive means of course not a guarantee High Quality each variety. That is why leaders appeared in the expanses of our Fatherland, who won the attention and devotion of their customers:
- Natura Siberica. The first firm in the vastness of our Motherland, which dared to abandon synthetics. Cosmetologists found their inspiration in Siberia and Altai, actively using extracts of roots, flowers and berries. The product range is fabulously rich and includes products for hair, face and whole body.
- Kleona. small company originally from Kursk specializes in safety and proven technologies for the production of natural cosmetics. The composition of the funds is completely open to users, and its quality is confirmed by numerous documents.
- organic shop. The brand especially took care of the external paraphernalia - beautiful packaging and pleasant smell. The company's bestseller was the coffee scrub, which attracted many organic lovers to its side. In the distribution of cosmetics helps its own chain of retail stores of the same name.
- Planeta Organica. Quite inexpensive brand products are based on the use of base and essential oils and plant extracts. At the same time, the company selects the best world experience in the manufacture of environmentally friendly cosmetics and strives to comply with international requirements.
- Botanica Life. The company entered the market in 2001 with natural essential oils. Since then, the product list has expanded significantly to include natural soaps, washing powders, shampoos based on already familiar extracts.
An alternative to popular brands are small private companies engaged in independent production. Due to the low volume of goods, owners have more scope for quality control of ingredients. Examples include the workshop of Olesya Mustaeva (Kazan), the private soap factory Zhivitsa (Perm), and Krasnopolyansk cosmetics (Krasnodar).
Eco Lab (Russia)
Prices and reviews
For the first time, the realization that nature itself gives us everything necessary funds to preserve health and youth, came along with the hippie culture about 40 years ago. Since then, fundamental changes have taken place in the processing technologies and formulations of natural compounds, and there are no unattainable tasks for organic compounds. Domestic cosmetologists, in turn, were able to combine these innovations with low cost.
Ecocosmetics did not become a magic pill in a bottle or a panacea for all diseases, but it created a healthy competition for classical chemistry. Those women who, due to individual views, choose organic, rarely remain disappointed:
- Tatyana Nikiforova:"All good! Thank you very much… for the festive mood and the pleasure!”
- Olga Kryukovskaya, beauty blogger, creator of the jangsty resource:“… the Russian brand Lallum Baby was the most memorable… I am glad that ours are doing well too!”
Before using new products, it is better to test on the skin, because natural substances cause individual allergies as often as synthetic counterparts.
“... natural cosmetics are not “grandmother's recipes” and masks with eggs and mayonnaise, but healthy and worthy alternative traditional means”- this is the thought of Valeria Podgornaya, the author of the blog Idealissta, reflects the current trends in the beauty industry. Maybe that's why sales of these compounds are growing year by year, which means that the number of fans of environmental safety is increasing.
If someone tells you that everything is bad with Russian cosmetics and nothing worthy appears, do not believe it. Below are ten proofs at once that complete order reigns in the domestic beauty industry.
"Alpika"
Moisturizing face cream "Hyaluron +", "Bioenzyme peeling", "Meso-cocktail for the eye area", all "Alpika".
Natural, but at the same time high-tech creams, the brand from Stavropol has been producing since 1991. The formulas are based on extracts of herbs from alpine meadows (hence the name) and the development of the founder of the brand, Professor L.M. Kuzyakova - alposomes, allowing the components to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin. Now there are 20 lines in the assortment, including multi-acid peels and peptidotherapy. Bestsellers - eye gel with coenzyme Q10 and anti-aging cream"Vita-Lifting". In addition to cosmetics, herbal teas are produced.
"Kamali"
Cooling Foot Cream Chocolate Ice Cream, Stretch Mark Cream, Watermelon body scrub, Strawberry Delight lip balm, all Kamali.
Kamilla Yunusova and Alina Khusnutdinova, friends from Kazan, founded a brand called Kamali three years ago, which means “perfection” in Arabic. All products for hair and skin are not just natural, but strictly of plant origin (80% of products are vegan), without silicones, mineral oils and animal fats. Keep cosmetics in a cool place, use within 6 months. Our choice is Strawberry Delight Lip Balm and Body Scrub.
"Mi & Co"
Soap "Rose", dishwashing liquid "Lemon", aromatic sachet Lavender, Calendula tooth powder, all Mi & Co.
The main idea behind the brand of Ekaterina Matantseva from Kirov is an eco-friendly approach: “The products are produced without the addition of what is commonly called “chemistry”, does not pollute the environment, and the washings after its use decompose within a day.” The list of items is impressive: hand, foot, face and body creams, scrubs, shampoos, lip balms, bath bombs, scented candles. Plus eco-friendly laundry, cleaning and dishwashing, as well as lavender mosquito spray.
"Slavic couture"
"Cream of pansies with ginger elixir for body shaping and relieving tired legs”, “Meadowsweet catalyst for body shaping programs”, “Sculpting body oil”, all “Slavic haute couture”.
Contents of white vials floral ornament- real "green" cosmetics, the ingredients of which are: pansy and meadowsweet extract, crushed cherry pits, oil, clover complex, cranberry juice. professional brand Muscovite Alexander Khromchenko is only a year old, but her modeling and anti-cellulite products can already be tried in the Terma spa center (Moscow), the British Bath and Om Dom spa complex in Krasnaya Polyana (Sochi).
AnsaLigy
"Revitalizing Silk Serum", "Matifying Day Cream", "Gel Wash", all AnsaLigy.
The founders of the brand, which appeared a month ago, Linda Guseva and Anastasia Savchenkova worked in the restaurant, fitness and spa business. But one day, after returning from an anti-aging congress in Monaco, we decided to "collect all the best and put it in a cosmetic jar." The name is the first letters of their names and surnames. Anti-aging formulas with peptides, vitamins A, B, C, E, matrixyl and shea butter were developed in the Emansi laboratory. Tina Kandelaki became the face of the brand. Price order: from 1100 rubles. for shower gel up to 3200 rubles. for silk serum.
honey bunny
"Citrus Shampoo with Vitamin B5", "Shower Gel with Vitamin B5 and Protein", "Hand Cream with Vitamin E", "Hand Wash with fruit acids”, all Honey Bunny.
You will recognize the products of the brand of Muscovites Maria Timoshenko and Konstantin Osintsev by their minimalist packaging, honest working qualities and not the most high prices: shower gel with vitamin B5 and protein 500 rubles, face wash with fruit acids 750 rubles, body cream 950 rubles, shampoos and conditioners 700 rubles each. In total, Honey Bunny has 9 funds, but there will be more. The production is local, at one of the enterprises near Moscow, so there are no plans to increase the cost.
Irushka
Sebo Control Cleansing Gel, NMF Revitalizing Mask, Archi Tech Revitalizing Hair Emulsion, all Irushka.
After working as a beauty editor and then as a cosmetologist, Irina Nikolaeva, the author of the brand, realized that Russian cosmetics did not have the best reputation. This is how Irushka emulsions, masks, shampoos appeared - competitive with European ones, with light textures and natural composition. “The name was inspired by the German model and actress Veruschka, at one time she made a breakthrough in the fashion world, turning photography into art. My brand is also a breakthrough - the first affordable luxury brand." Bestsellers - SOS mask for dry skin and restorative hair emulsion Archi Tech.
Jurassic Spa
"Nourishing Body Cream", "Soapy Shower Cream", Co-Wash System Purifying Hair Conditioner, " mud mask face", all Jurassic Spa.
One Hundred Beauty Recipes, Natura Siberica and Grandmother Agafya's Tips are far from the only Russian cosmetics brands. Over the past couple of years, salons and barbershops, small shops like Bling-Blings, and just active craftsmen have established the production of their own shampoos and masks. The Village chose ten Russian beauty brands that are not inferior to Western ones, and at the same time asked bloggers, makeup artists, hairdressers and other beauty experts about their favorite cosmetics from Russia.
honey bunny
Soon after the launch of the Bling-Blings website (with the city's first selection of round Eos balms, Tangle Teezer colored combs, Marvis toothpastes and Zoya harmless nail polishes), Konstantin Osintsev and Maria Timoshenko thought about creating their own beauty brand. In February of this year, the first Honey Bunny shampoos and hair balms appeared. An example good quality the founders consider brands such as Italian Davines, American Malin + Goetz and Clark's Botanicals, Swedish Sachajuan, and in the production of their own cosmetics they try to adhere to the same principles: simple and effective formulas, a balance between natural and synthetic ingredients and compatibility with other brands Soon, shampoos (700 rubles) and conditioners (700 rubles) were supplemented with shower gels with a pleasant citrus scent (500 rubles) and facial wash with fruit acids. hyaluronic acid- while all means are being tested.
What to look for: fruit acid cleanser, shower gel with vitamin B5 and protein
chop-chop
Opening one of the first barbershops in the city, the Chop-Chop team this summer launched their own line of hair and beard care products. As usual, a whole team of cosmetologists, chemists and the best craftsmen barbershops, through whose hands hundreds of different jars passed. Clay and hair paste (each product - according to
thousand rubles), shampoos (the same thousand rubles), conditioners (1,100 rubles) and sets of several products are produced in Moscow, and are sold and used in all barbershops of the network (including those outside the capital). The design of the cans deserves special mention: minimalist bottles and tin washers are as beautiful as the reference ones Baxter of California, Less is More or Malin + Goetz.
What to look for: modeling hair paste, shampoo for all hair types
pure love
Pure Love is a Russian brand of organic and biocosmetics that appeared in 2007. The brand's arsenal includes face and eye creams, cleansers, lip balms and massage oils, moisturizing lotions and scented candles. Prices range from RUB 550 for a mint oil lip stick to RUB 1,620 for rice bran oil eye cream. Almost all funds can be taken for a sample in five-milliliter probes (about 300 rubles) or made up of especially beloved gift sets (for a box covered with cloth and tied with satin ribbon, you will have to pay extra from 280 to 430 rubles, depending on the size of the package). Periodically, the brand participates in city markets and fairs; the rest of the time, you can find the full line of products on the Pure Love website and in the Tochka store in Kalashny Lane.
What to look for: eye cream with green coffee oil, night Massage Oil
22|11 Cosmetics
22|11 Cosmetics is a line of organic hair care products created by the founder and art director of the Color Bar 22|11 salon of the same name, Tigran Gelettsyan. A biochemist by education, Geletsyan himself is responsible for the composition of cosmetics, combining natural oils and essences. To date, the series includes a cream shampoo with tangerine and cinnamon and a body and hair oil with peony and bergamot. Both products do not contain artificial flavors, parabens, silicones (and therefore have a fairly short term suitability) and are developed in domestic production. The packaging of 22|11 Cosmetics also reflects the brand's commitment to all things natural (hence the minimalistic design, reminiscent of tubes of artistic paint, and a clean color scheme) and is made of recyclable aluminum. Like production, packaging of 22|11 Cosmetics is carried out in Russia. Cosmetics are sold in both salons 22|11 and on the Pudra website. Cost of funds: 1,100 rubles for shampoo and 2,500 rubles for oil.
What to look for: cream shampoo with tangerine and cinnamon
Man & Beard
Exclusively male cosmetic brands not so much, and Russian ones can be completely counted on the fingers of one hand. Brutal men from Moscow produce no less brutal means for themselves: soap and beard balm (500 and 800 rubles, respectively), beard oil (700 rubles), black soap for body and hands, and Gift Baskets with all the cosmetics at once (2 thousand rubles per box) - all in a craft wrapper and cans with black labels.
The easiest way is to find a brand at one of the Moscow fairs like Lambada Market or order a jar you like at random through the official Man & Beard website. Here you can also see the composition of all products in advance and read a little more about male grooming.
What to look for: black soap for hands and body, beard oil
Evolut
The brisk Evolut brand appeared in May 2015 and is already on sale in the Bling-Blings store and on the Lambada Market website. All brand products contain silver nanoparticles (about which you can read a whole treatise on the official website) and have antibacterial properties. According to the founders of Evolut, nanoparticles can destroy 650,000 types of pathogens, and the antibacterial effect remains on the skin for eight hours. The brand's most impressive creation is an orange-colored faceted hand soap that resembles a hefty piece of amber. In addition to it, Evolut has a foam cleanser and a cleansing foam for hands, and in the near future there will be household chemicals: fabric softener, detergent and antibacterial spray. Prices are below average: from 290 rubles for a 50 ml bottle of foam. Most of all, Evolut is reminiscent of the New Zealand brand Cor Silver, which was the first to patent a similar formula with silver nanoparticles in combination with silicon dioxide, but in this case, imitation of such an advanced brand is rather admirable.
What to look for: antibacterial soap in a faceted bar
"Soapware"
Natural cosmetic handmade "Soap makers" - the closest analogue of the British Lush. The brand's collection of body products includes a dozen variations of bombs, balls and "desserts" for the bath without preservatives and artificial dyes: things generally useless, but nice and cute. Another specialization of Mylovarova is oils, massage tiles and body scrubs. Despite the stupid packaging, which will please only your younger sister, cosmetics definitely deserve attention: here are the simplest formulations (for example, lip balm is a combination of shea butter, avocado, jojoba, sea buckthorn oil, beeswax, honey and nothing else), and absolutely crazy names and more than modest prices. A "bubbling muffin" costs 100 rubles, bath salt - 200 rubles, massage oil - 370 rubles, and the chocolate body mask (390 rubles) will cost the most.
What to look for: salt scrub, hard oil for hands
Irushka
Cosmeceuticals Irushka was created by cosmetologist Irina Nikolaeva (hence the ambiguous name), who decided to prove that in Russia they can and want to do worthy means in no way inferior to Western ones. Irina is engaged in production together with a team of specialists; at the same time, brand products do not contain components of animal origin, and natural ingredients predominate in the compositions. Irushka's arsenal includes shampoos and hair conditioners, a line for oily and dehydrated skin, and serious restorative products. Prices start from 1,500 rubles for shampoos and go up to 3,500 rubles for a transforming mask (SOS-restoration of dehydrated and dull skin): it is worth noting that for cosmeceuticals, such prices are considered rather low.
What to look for: cleansing milk for all skin types, revitalizing mask for dehydrated and dull skin
birdie
The female counterpart of Chop-Chop, the Birdie hairdressing chain, also could not do without its own line of cosmetics. Now you can safely go to the salon not only for an easy-to-style and neat haircut or excellent manicure, but also for shampoo, conditioner and hair mask. All funds are intended for residents big city, which are forced to face bad ecology every day, and are suitable for any type of hair. According to the co-owner of Birdie Ksenia Tumanova, the most important task was to maintain a balance between chemical components and natural ingredients: thanks to this, the shampoo gently cleanses, the conditioner nourishes the hair (it is recommended to apply it only at the ends), and the mask thickens the hair and makes it healthier. You can test and buy Birdie cosmetics in all hairdressing chains, as well as in the Bobo boxing club. Prices for products range from a thousand rubles for shampoo and conditioner to 1,300 rubles for a mask.
What to look for: Hair Mask
You need it
The lively online store You Need It, which was one of the first to set up sales of Embryolisse creams, Lucas Papaw balms and Clark's Botanicals masks in Moscow, also launched its own line of cosmetics this fall. According to the owner of the site, Anya Leushina, it all started with a survey in instagram, where everyone could tell what beauty products they lacked.Based on the answers, a series of face and body skin care products was developed: yogurt soap with oatmeal, bubble gum soap, coconut body scrub and bath teas ( bags of two types with the collection of medicinal herbs in bags).With natural compositions, the cost of funds remains quite adequate - no more than 790 rubles. coffee scrubs, which will be produced together with the Good Enough coffee house (Katya Karpova from Pure Love will help in this), and a few more new products. You Need It cosmetics will be sold not only online, but also in Moscow stores.
What to look for: coconut body scrub, bath teas
Katerina Karpova
founder of Pure Love
Since Pure Love cosmetics were created according to my own ideas and desires, I use only my own creams and hair products. But here toothpaste Although we have worked, but have not launched. From Russian I like Splat. Not all recipes suit me, but there are three or four with excellent compositions.
Irina Grishina
visagiste
I can't imagine life (and work) without vaseline and chlorhexidine. I often replace the cream with Vaseline on especially sensitive areas of the face and body, and in my work I often use it to moisturize the skin and create various special effects (for example, I mix it with pigments). Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic, the Russian analogue of the French "Miramistin", but it costs 100 times cheaper. It's also an essential item. I use it for any irritations, allergies, skin lesions and even for mucous membranes (with the first symptoms of a sore throat, for example). I also like Natura Siberica: so far there have been no disappointments. I really like the body peeling "Golden Berries" for skin radiance. It smells fantastic of sea buckthorn and moisturizes the skin for a long time. Another favorite is Thick Siberian White Body Butter. Great winter product. Nourishes well, absorbs quickly and does not leave a sticky feeling.
Anya Leushina
owner of online store You Need It
Since I'm the man with the most problematic skin, any acquaintance with the brand of skin care cosmetics turns into a test for me and the brand itself. Something that could theoretically clog pores, dry out skin, or cause any possible problems definitely does it all on my skin. Therefore, for Russian brands, I choose Pure Love. This brand is created by my great friend, consultant and colleague Katerina Karpova, a person who is not only reverent, but also professional in everything she does. She has a degree in chemistry and an endless love for making products that really work. It is important to mention that Pure Love products are based on the principle of corneotherapy and without the addition of preservatives, sulfates and parabens, so for problematic clients like me, this is a real salvation.
Elena Kralichkina
Marketing and PR Director at DSD de Luxe Russia
Tar soap "Neva Cosmetics" was advised to me by my dermatologist four years ago. I tried to buy this soap from other brands - it's not the same. I use it every evening with a muslin cloth after removing make-up with hydrophilic oil. I got used to the smell for a long time, but at first it was not very easy. First of all, the pores are clogged from insufficient cleansing, and with tar soap this problem disappears. If you are oily or combination skin and there are extra 14 rubles, take a closer look at him in Auchan. For a long time with me a cream-mask with fruit acids brand "Bark". It brightens blackheads well. Exfoliates gently. The main thing is not to overdo it, otherwise you can get a dry crust or minor irritation.
In general, Russian cosmetics do not cause me much enthusiasm. If I ever have to switch to just her, my face and hair will simply run away from me.
SERGEY OSTRIKOV
beauty blogger and creative director of Pudra
Russia is generally an unobvious country for the prosperity of cosmetic production, nevertheless, we have interesting brands and cool products.
For example, I really like the MitoVitan antioxidant serum with the SkQ1 molecule, developed at Moscow State University named after
M. V. Lomonosov. I use this tool with great pleasure: it has a super-comfortable texture that is not felt on the skin at all and is excellent friends with subsequent care products. What I especially like is that unlike vitamin C or other antioxidants, the use of this serum does not cause photosensitivity or skin irritation. Of course, it’s not worth it like “Secrets of Grandmother Agafia”, but a foreign analogue would definitely cost more.
And, for example, Pine Aqua came up with a new energy-saving way to get pine hydrolate, on the basis of which all their cosmetics are made. I like subtle flavors and almost completely natural formulations. Also for a small brand, Pine Aqua has a relatively stylish presentation, which is definitely pleasing: a terrifying design is the main scourge of domestic cosmetics.
About a year ago, I discovered another small Russian brand, Dream Minerals, which eventually turned out to be an ideal replacement for foreign brands of mineral cosmetics that have skyrocketed in price with a currency jump. In addition to traditional crumbly foundations, blush and other embellishments, the brand has a lot of caring powders: bamboo, rice, silk and even a special night powder, which is applied right before bedtime. I especially recommend the latter to owners of oily skin prone to inflammation.
Lera Khrabrova
visagiste
If we talk about skin care cosmetics, then its variety is great, which cannot but rejoice. Now I use sea buckthorn oil for face and hair Natura Siberica: I like it very much, it is quickly absorbed, it moisturizes well. I still love them gentle peeling for the face - my skin is dry, and I can use this product at least every day. I liked the Black Pearl bio-oil for washing: it washes off waterproof makeup well and does not require abundant moisturizing after itself. I just love the scrub apricot kernels"Clean line". Periodically I buy something from Planeta Organica and Organic Shop: they have a lot of good quality products with pleasant fragrances, a kind of girly pampering to cheer up.
Elena Gritsay
hairdresser at Beauty SPA by World Class
From Russian brands I use Librederm: facial wash, body cream and hand cream, Panthenol. This is a simple non-allergic brand with vitamins, sold in pharmacies. I met her when she burned down in the solarium. Very soft and gentle products saved me when I could not even touch the skin. I also like EC Lab organic cosmetics. They have good scrub, cream, bath salt and scrub soap.