Today, Russian cosmetics manufacturers have firmly taken leading positions in the beauty market, and, frankly, we are very happy about this. The times when domestic creams, shampoos and lipsticks were noticeably inferior in quality to foreign luxury and mass market products are behind us, and today many of them not only compete with the latter on the international market, but in some respects even surpass them. A recent example is Natura Siberica shampoo in The Times ranking of the best natural shampoos.

In order to support the domestic manufacturer, but more - because of the endless pride that Russia has begun to produce truly high-quality and incredibly beautifully designed cosmetics, we have compiled this guide for you. It contains twenty-five brands of Russian cosmetics (both skincare and decorative): the absolute “superstars” and those you haven’t heard of yet.

Natura Siberica

When you hear the phrase “excellent Russian cosmetics,” the first thing that comes to mind is Natura Siberica. And, by the way, quite fair. In addition to impressive ratings and international awards, including winning the "Best face care product" category at the Beauty Challenger Awards in Paris, the brand boasts a social responsibility that is especially valued by consumers. Thus, in the wake of the scandal over the use of reindeer antlers in the cosmetics industry, representatives of Natura Siberica tripled the poll on social networks, as a result of which it was decided to abandon the use of pantocrine and, as a result, lines containing pantocrine.

What to buy: northern detox soap for deep cleansing of the facial skin, nourishing shower gel “Shamanic berries”, sea buckthorn scrub for the scalp.

Clean line

For many years now, under the Clean Line brand, the Kalina concern has been producing high-quality cosmetics at a surprisingly attractive price. And if you once got the impression that “Clean Line” is cosmetics exclusively for mothers and grandmothers, then it’s time to look into the store and refresh it. The fact is that, like many “old-timers” of the beauty market, “Clean Line” has undergone a rebranding, significantly expanding its existing lines and adding new ones to them. Today, in addition to aromatic shower gels and shampoos that do their job perfectly, the brand has products for and after sunbathing, phytodeodorants and fresh creams that deserve to take a place in your cosmetic bag.

What to buy: light hairspray with heat protection, "Refreshing" shower gel with blackcurrant juice, "Triple Action" tanning oil spray.

Tasha

Tasha means delicate scents, “girlish” packaging design and quality that will definitely not disappoint you. The brand, owned by Fresh Cosmetics, borrowed technologies, recipes, equipment, raw materials, as well as, 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 new items can be found in the brand section on the Pudra.ru website. Masks for face, hair and body, bombs and bath foams, oils and shower gels will appeal to fans of sweet scents and the same names. So, would you like a Sugar Cranberry, an Orange Muffin, or a Whipped Delight?

What to buy: bubbling bath ball "Candy", dry oil "Coconut cream", fragrant bath beads "Lovely pearls".

Kamali

“Kamali is a unique cosmetic collection inspired by nature and the perfection of naturalness,” say the creators of the brand. However, actions speak better than loud words. More precisely, the effect of products produced in Kazan. All Kamali products contain ingredients of natural origin and are vegetarian. Moreover, 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, etc. are actively used in production. absolutes.

What to buy: relax - bath complex "Creamy Delight", oil for eyelash and eyebrow growth, hair elixir "Liquid Gold".

Organic Shop/ Organic Kitchen

“Whoever doesn’t like Organic Shop has never tried Organic Shop,” every girl who has ever used (and probably still uses) cosmetics from this brand will agree with this motto. Another wonderful brand of the company “First Resolution” under the leadership of Andrey Trubnikov and, concurrently, the sister of Natura Siberica, became a favorite of beauty bloggers thanks to its natural scrubs and body polishes from the main line, and gained the adoration of the population with the advent of Organic Kitchen - a budget line , also known as "50 jars". The brand does not claim original design or the “discovery of America,” but it does its job in such a way that one can only say one thing: “Both of both, and you can do it 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, as well as thanks to each of our clients, I came to understand that the cosmetic world is an immense area for activity, development and research. Having faced the choice of “merchant or creator,” the choice was clear - creator ", admits Katerina Trofimova, founder and leading developer of the Sayuri brand. According to representatives of the brand, Sayuri Cosmetics is a care that is ahead of its time, which does not dictate the rules of the game to the skin, but helps where it is required. The Scandinavian bottle design, in turn, makes you want to try everything immediately.

What to buy:"rejuvenating drops" Glow Perfection Drops, elixir for the skin around the eyes Eye Cream, cleanser for the skin of the face and neck Oliogel.

Irushka

The founder of the Irushka brand, Irina Nikolaeva, is a true expert in the field of beauty and a cosmetologist with many years of experience. She boldly states that during its existence the brand has managed to prove that Russia can produce high-tech cosmetics of the European level, combining science and nature literally in one bottle. All Irushka products belong to the skin friendly category, that is, they are created using components whose effectiveness has been confirmed by scientific research in Europe and the USA. The key to the brand’s popularity lies precisely in this: if you buy a product for oily skin, then after the first use there will be no trace of shine left.

What to buy: anti-oily serum Active Serum Sebo Control, restorative mask for dehydrated dull skin NMF Revitalizing Mask, evening soothing care Relax Code Serum.

Pure Love

Pure Love is a series of natural cosmetics aimed primarily at restoring the skin's protective barrier. Representatives of the brand responsibly declare: in production they use only natural oils and herbal ingredients, 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 a lot of medical literature, studied with cosmetic production technologists, and later entered the Faculty of Chemistry, specializing in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Production Technologies at the D.I. Mendeleev University,” admits the creator of the brand, Katerina Karpova. And I want to believe this girl with perfect skin and approach to the brand.

What to buy: antioxidant facial 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”, determining the country of origin of stylish care products will not be so easy. All Berezka Lab brand products are made from 100% natural ingredients and do not contain parabens, propylene and polyethylene glycols, petrochemicals, phenoxyethanol and other synthetic fillers. And even though the choice of products (yet!) is not as wide as that of other brands, you are guaranteed complete care for your face and body - as well as simple accessories in the form of a bowl and a brush for applying masks.

What to buy: Cleansing Oil facial cleansing oil, Green Masque mask for problem skin, Night Serum antioxidant 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 of natural cosmetics, founded in 2013. “More natural than natural” - this is how we could describe the brand’s products if we did it. The founders of “Makosh” say a little differently: “At first we made creams for our mothers, delighting friends and loved ones with all sorts of things. It soon became obvious that we could bring joy and benefit to a much wider circle of good people. For example, you.” Following traditions and absolute safety for children and animals (including complete compostability of the packaging) is included.

What to buy: lip balm "Enchantress" with chocolate, natural shampoo for oily hair "Firebird", cream for tender areas "Poppy".

Arcadia

"Arcadia" positions itself on the market as professional cosmetics with a European approach, created taking into account the needs of modern women. Responsibility for this lies with the entire research and production laboratory in St. Petersburg, and, in particular, with the president of the company, candidate of chemical sciences Elena Vasilievna Korobkova. By the way, in 2013, “Arcadia” became the winner of the “My Cosmetics” National Award in the “Alliance of Beauty and Science” nomination (for UpGrade 40+ cream). However, in the brand’s line 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: Prime toner for normal and sensitive skin, 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 trends in cosmetics and care on Facebook. The creator of Iffecta, the beautiful girl Katya, like many of the heroines in 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, tested in practice. Finally, my dream has come true, and the result is in front of you,” she says. Now the ideal cream with the self-explanatory name My Perfect Cream and a bunch of pleasant bonuses has a relative - My Magic Cream. And both of these products are definitely worthy of your attention.

What to buy: My Perfect Cream to combat the first signs of aging, My Magic Cream to combat visible signs of aging.

Siberian Health

The Siberian Health Corporation has been developing and producing a wide range of cosmetics and dietary supplements since 1996. Of course, Siberia appeared in the name for a reason. The formulas of care products are based on medicinal herbs from Lake Baikal and the Altai Mountains. Separately, we note that Siberian Health also has its own research center, which calls supporting domestic science and introducing promising developments of Russian scientists into practice as its main mission. Have you thought that silver packaging and complex names cannot be avoided? But no. Everything is very cute and modern - both in design and in action.

What to buy: oil for nails and cuticles "Siberian Rose", rejuvenating day fluid Experalta Platinum, restoring hand cream "Baarhad".

Laboratorium

Laboratorium - handmade cosmetics that are 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 are used, and no animal products are used. All this, however, does not affect the breadth of the line: there are body creams, shower soaps, bath milk, 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, the result is brands like Evolut. The packaging design with references to molecular structures speaks for itself, and scientific research confirming the work of each of the components of the product (there are only three in the line, but which ones) inspire 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 limitations in terms of formats do not in any way affect the final result.

What to buy: hand sanitizer, soap for problem skin of the face and body, foam for daily washing and makeup removal.

MI&KO

MI&KO is a family-owned company producing environmentally friendly cosmetics with perhaps the cutest description we've ever come across. Just listen: “The name of the company was suggested by Catherine’s grown-up son, who asked for “Mom’s Miko.” That’s how MI&KO appeared.” Ekaterina Matantseva, the founder of the brand, started thinking about creating her own brand during her pregnancy. She wanted to find cosmetics and household products that would protect the baby’s health and keep the house clean. As a result, the products contain extracts grown in ecologically clean corners of Russia, olive oil made by a Russian family on their own farm in Italy, hand-pressed shea butter and other components touched by a human hand, not a machine.

What to buy: face 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?” asks Pudra.ru. We, like many domestic bloggers, know the correct answer. The result is a cosmetic brand called PUDRA, inspired by many years of experience in the industry with special attention to the formulas and production of each new product. The collection currently consists of weightless powders and brushes that will allow you to apply makeup like a professional makeup artist. But this, something tells us, is just the beginning. Especially considering that one of the most famous Russian beauty bloggers and, concurrently, the creative director of Pudra.ru, Sergei Ostrikov, was seen working on PUDRA.

What to buy: Transparent Ultra HD powder, Trilogy brush set.

Photo: Instagram/evamosaic_evaesthetic

Eva Mosaic

Manufacturers call the Eva Mosaic brand “a universe of fashionable innovations,” and it’s hard to argue with that. The assortment includes all the new products on the beauty market, as well as the basic products that every girl needs: highlighters and concealers, eye and eyebrow shadows, balms in ball format (hello, EOS!) and wipes for delicate makeup 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 things. And, of course, we can’t help 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”, aerosol dryer for nail polish.

Art-Visage

Art-Visage decorative cosmetics, the main brand of the ART-VISAGE Studio-Laboratory, has existed and thrived on the market since 1998. According to the manufacturers, each brand product performs three functions: decorative (maximum matching of the color of the cosmetics in the jar and on the skin), caring (contains natural waxes and plant extracts) and protective (UV filters and antioxidants are included in the composition). A wide range allows you to choose the ideal color and the most comfortable texture, and if you don’t find what you’ve been looking for, 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: gel for eyebrows and eyelashes, compact blush palette, Color Fix eye shadow base.

Ecology of life. Health and beauty: Every woman at some periods of her life probably used the most expensive systems of cosmetic products, strictly following all the advice of cosmetologist consultants. How many women can claim that after six months, or after a year of strictly following the recommendations for the use of cosmetic products, their skin has at least visually changed for the better?

Every woman at some periods of her life probably used the most expensive systems of cosmetic products, strictly following all the advice of cosmetologist consultants. How many women can claim that after six months, or after a year of strictly following the recommendations for the use of cosmetic products, their skin has at least visually changed for the better? Most likely, few. In the morning, without cream and decorative cosmetics, we are all disappointed to note the inexorable fact of aging of our skin.

Most modern cosmetics (fatty creams, lotions and gels) affect only the epidermis, that is, the upper 0.1 mm of our skin, and often damage normal microflora - friendly skin bacteria - and epithelial cells with preservatives.

Such cosmetics do more harm than good, especially if the skin is problematic - excessively dry or oily, if it has begun to age prematurely, the first wrinkles or acne have appeared. Therefore, many are now returning to their grandmother’s recipes: they cleanse the skin with clay and yogurt, wash their hair with mustard or egg, and rinse with water and lemon or herbal infusions, etc.

Our skin does not have to endure the crimes that we commit every day: WE FEED THE SKIN WITH PRESERVATIVES!!!

Which of the unpronounceable ingredients in beauty products are detrimental to our health? We want to clarify this issue and highlight some non-toxic organic cosmetics lines.

A recent survey has revealed the true extent of concerns about chemicals in cosmetics and toiletries in people's everyday lives. The survey, carried out by Neal's Yard Remedies in response to Channel 4's Beauty Addicts: How Toxic are You?, revealed the top consumer confusions about beauty brands and found that 99% of consumers want clarity.

As surprising as it may sound, the average woman uses 12 beauty products every day and applies about 175 chemicals to her body. Most products contain a long list of ingredients, many of which have unpronounceable names - much less the reason or merit behind them being there.

According to INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients), each component of a product must have its own name.

The names of even natural ingredients accepted by INCI are often horrific, making the names of common ingredients sound like foreign, unintelligible words. Most natural brands, including A"kin, have begun to place the usual familiar ingredient names in square brackets, not far from the standard INCI name.

With the approval of the European Union, almost all cosmetic products are safe, but there is an undeniable questionable link of the presence of chemicals that cause allergic reactions, skin sensitivity and even cancer.

Once it was suggested that if a cosmetic product is not absorbed into the skin, then the quality of the product should be doubted. However, it has now become known that the skin absorbs absolutely all products placed on it. All ingredients penetrate and are absorbed into the deep layers of the skin, but some of them can be toxic to humans and their bodies.

Plus, cosmetic products are designed to retain their properties for several years, and for this reason they contain a large number of preservatives.

So which ingredients, often called "bad heroes", should you avoid?

Propylene glycol
It is a humectant and solvent used in cosmetics, hair products, deodorants, aftershave lotions and toothpastes. It is also the main element of antifreeze and brake fluids - it is not surprising that it is a strong causative agent of allergic reactions.

Sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate
This solid ingredient is found in toothpastes and shampoos, not to mention personal cleansing products. At concentrations as low as 2 – 5%, it can cause skin irritation and inflammation, and some reports may cause eye disorders, skin rashes, dandruff and allergic reactions. For products that do not contain this component, you can try Alterna and Daniel Galvin Junior.

Formaldehyde (formaldehyde)
Formaldehyde is most often found in bubble baths, shampoos, moisturizing lotions and many other products. However, this powerful chemical is known to be carcinogenic and toxic. It readily penetrates the skin and can cause serious health problems.

Parabens
Suggestions have been made that parabens, a type of preservative, can cause hormonal imbalance and even breast cancer. However, the involvement of parabens in deodorants has been proven to be unfounded. Therefore, in the cosmetic world, their properties have been overestimated, and now they are considered quite safe. For paraben-free brands, you can try Trilogy.

Mineral oil (mineral oils)
Mineral oils are very often added to various body lotions (baby oil is 100% mineral oil). They create a layer on the skin, like a plastic shell, so the skin is almost unable to breathe and get rid of toxins. And this encouragement of toxin accumulation can cause premature skin aging, acne, and other skin concerns.

Petrolatum (Vaseline)
This is a cheap mineral oil jelly. It can be allergenic, poorly absorbed and clog pores. In addition, Vaseline impedes the access of oxygen to the skin and can cause skin cracks and photosensitivity.

10 most dangerous components - read the label!

Stop being content with pseudo-natural cosmetics. Start reading labels and you will learn to recognize truly organic products among others. Here are substances that, according to Aubrey Hampton, founder of Aubrey Organics, are not desirable in cosmetics.

1. METHYL, PROPYL, BUTYL AND ETHYL PARABENS often used in daily care products as preservative stabilizers that inhibit the growth of microorganisms. They are absorbed by the skin and have a weak estrogenic effect, which is dangerous for women for whom estrogen is contraindicated (for breast cancer), as well as during pregnancy (causes pathologies in the reproductive function of the fetus).

2. DIETHANOLAMINE (DEA), TRIETHANOLAMINE (TEA, TEA)- foaming agents are classified as amines (containing ammonia). They have a toxic effect with prolonged use. May cause allergic reactions, eye irritation, dry skin and hair.

3. PROPYLENE GLYCOL (PPG), POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL (PEG)- a mixture of petrochemical products used as a hygroscopic ingredient. May cause hives and eczema.

4. SODIUM LAURUULAURETH SULFATE- a cheap and harmful detergent used in shampoos due to its cleansing and foaming properties. A petroleum product often disguised as "derived from coconuts." Causes eye irritation, flaking of the scalp similar to dandruff, skin rashes and other allergic reactions.

5. VASELINE (PETROLATUM)- a derivative of mineral oil, used as an emollient, widely used due to its incredible low cost. It disrupts natural hydration processes and causes exactly the condition that it is intended to eliminate: dry skin, cracking.

6. STEARALKONIUM CHLORIDE originally developed for fabric softeners, it later found use in hair conditioners and creams due to its low cost compared to plant extracts. Toxic, causes allergic reactions.

7. IAZOLIDINYL-UREA, IMIDAZOLIDINYL-UREA (DIAZOLIDINYL UREA, IMIDAZOLIDINYL UREA) used as preservatives, they release formaldehyde, which has a toxic effect. May cause contact dermatitis. Also known under the trade names: Germol II and Germol 115 (Germall II, Germall 115).

8. COPOLYMERS OF VINYL PYRROLIDONE AND VINY LACETATE (PVP/VA COPOLYMER)- derivatives of petroleum products, often used in hair styling products. They have a toxic effect on the lungs when particles are inhaled.

9. SYNTHETIC DYES- increase the attractiveness of cosmetics. Marked as FD&C or D&C followed by color and number. For example, FD&C Red No. 6 (red). Many synthetic dyes are carcinogenic. It is better to exclude it from use, regardless of cost.

10. SYNTHETIC FLAVORS labeled simply as “flavor,” but contain up to 200 chemical ingredients that can cause: headache, dizziness, rash, hyperpigmentation, cough, vomiting, skin irritation.

Signs of organic cosmetics

PACKAGE discreet and recyclable, usually free of glass and metal. Hence the principle: the more modest the packaging, the better its contents.

COLOR cosmetics are white (or colorless), because no dyes. Don't be tempted by bright, alluring colors.

SMELL rarely pleasant, usually "pharmacy" or medicinal herbal aroma. The exception is fruity and floral scents if the composition contains essential oils.

DUE TO LACK chemical thickeners and solvents, the liquid emulsion can separate into layers. Therefore, the bottle should be shaken vigorously before use.

LOW FOAM, because there are no foaming chemicals. This may be puzzling at first, but the lack of foam does not in any way detract from the cleaning and caring properties.

IF HIT Natural extracts in the eyes cause an acute burning sensation, which goes away immediately after rinsing with water.

ON THE LABEL A complete list of components is provided and the certificate is provided. Organic companies are required to provide complete information when translating text. Peel off the Russian label and check the list on the tube.

Some brands of organic cosmetics

Organic Pharmacy

Organic Pharmacy is a dedicated health and beauty brand that uses only organic ingredients and is dedicated to offering only the best products that are free of toxic ingredients. They are noted by the pharmaceutical society The Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.

Ren

Ren are specialists in “clean” products to help achieve and maintain healthy skin. Their products are clinically approved and free of skin irritants such as synthetic fragrances, propylene glycol, petroleum products, sulfates, artificial colors, animal ingredients and parabens.

Nude

Nude contains no harmful chemicals and prevents the skin from absorbing ingredients such as parabens, sulfates, propylene glycol, PEGs, TEA, DEA, mineral oils, silicones and potential carcinogens. The products contain only organic ingredients that support healthy and beautiful skin.

Bare Escentuals

Bare Escentuals is the number one mineral beauty brand dedicated to improving skin health. Foundation, for example, consists of 100% pure mineral substances without the addition of preservatives, irritants, binders and other harmful components. According to the company, their cosmetics are "so clean, you could even sleep in them."

Juice Beauty

This brand is successful all over the world. From the organic skincare line, it's worth trying the incredible Green Apple Moisturizer, as well as the Green Apple Peel, a mask that improves skin clarity and texture.

Stella McCartney CARE

Fashion designer Stella McCartney, known for her vivid imagination and love of free style, decided to also dabble in cosmetics. McCartney's cosmetic collection follows a similar philosophy: the products contain no ingredients of animal origin, synthetic preservatives or silicone. The line will consist of eight essential products: moisturizer, makeup remover foam, toning lotion, anti-age serum, etc. The main active ingredients of the brand are mallow, green tea, grape seed oil, flaxseed, soybean and rose oil. In addition, all products will be positioned as “unisex”.

Dr. Hauschka

A very popular German company, cosmetics, which many other manufacturers look up to. This brand produces a great variety of natural herbal remedies: from the Body Silk Powder moisturizing body spray, indispensable in frosty weather, to the Neel Oil Pen cuticle product, which improves the structure of nails and accelerates their growth.

Korres

The products of this Greek company are also famous in many parts of the world. For those who suffer from unruly hair, we recommend Korres Rice Protein Shampoo and Shea Butter Hair Mask. After using them, your hair will be shiny and soft.

Light Organic

This American brand uses vitamin E, carrot seed oil, rosemary and jojoba as preservatives, and makes its creams only by hand.

Patyka

This brand does the same; it has even developed a perfume that contains 25% natural essences, as opposed to 10-15% traditional ones, and alcohol from organic wheat, which does not prevent the aroma from changing and revealing throughout the day.

Organic Apoteke

This English brand invented organic perfume - without alcohol and fragrances. In addition, the brand’s arsenal includes everything for body and face care; the action of these cosmetics is based on the principles of Ayurveda and non-toxic components.

Ojon

Some plants are so excellent that entire brands are dedicated to them. This is what happened with Ojon, whose products return beauty and health to our hair. Ojon is a nut tree oil that was used by the Indians of pre-Columbian times. Today they mine it and also cultivate wonderful trees. The extracted raw materials are then sent to Italy, where they are used to create modern masks, sprays, shampoos and hair conditioners (12 products in total).

Jamu

Exotic ingredients and ancient traditions inspired the creators of the Jamu brand, whose cosmetics are produced according to traditional Indonesian and Balinese recipes from spices, fruits and herbs. In addition, the brand’s products are also suitable for SPA procedures, which once again proves its effectiveness.

H.I.P.

Organic cosmetics are also good because they can be consumed orally. The French brand H.I.P. There is a tonic that is recommended to be added to drinks to enhance vitality. H.I.P. preaches the concept of global beauty, the brand has two series: Arc-en-ciel, designed for facial and body skin care, and H.I.P. Hair - for hair. To create all products, only natural active ingredients are used: essential oils, vitamins and rare plant extracts.

Aesop

The principle of the Australian brand Aesop, like most brands of organic cosmetics, is to care for the skin with what nature created. The brand has everything for body, hair and face care. And, what’s especially nice, the line contains products suitable for and solving the problems of sensitive skin (Camellia Nut facial hydrating cream - moisturizing cream with chamomile, sandalwood and rosemary extracts for sensitive skin) and for intensive nutrition and hydration of very dry skin (Damascan Rose facial treatment - serum with rose oil and vitamins).

Aesop

Surely many of us have already become acquainted with the Greek brand Fresh Line, which in its boutique sells face masks, fruit soaps and strawberry bath jelly by weight. And no one leaves Lush, Grabtree Evelyn and L`Occitane stores without a fragrant scrub, massage oil or floral cream.

In addition to the natural advantages, organic cosmetics have other advantages: the vast majority of products are beautifully packaged, they will decorate any interior. In addition, these cosmetics often have delicious scents. The aromas of essential oils are known to prepare and improve the skin's perception of the active components included in cosmetics. published

Nastya Kostyuchenkova

In its desire to make life easier and simpler, to minimize daily efforts, including self-care, humanity seems to have no boundaries. Today, the desire to reduce the cost of their products and simplify their use and storage in the pursuit of profit is pushing cosmetics manufacturers to add dozens of chemicals to them. The latter cause allergies, dry the skin, provoke hair loss, acne and many other troubles for a person.

Among Russian manufacturers of relatively natural and safe, at the same time affordable, cosmetics, the most famous brand is Natura Siberica. His specialty is skin and hair care products.

However, there is good news: in the last 3-4 decades, several dozen brands have shone as bright stars on the global cosmetics market, which have chosen the production of natural (organic) cosmetics as their business. Their creams, shampoos, lotions, and decorative products do not contain silicones, parabens, artificial fragrances, harmful preservatives and similar dangerous chemicals.

Organic cosmetics contain a minimum of harmful chemical additives or do not contain them at all. It costs an order of magnitude higher than its mass market analogues, and its shelf life is usually much shorter.

Among such brands are the Russian company Natura Siberica, the British Organic Pharmacy and The Body Shop, the Australian NveyEco, the German Dr. Hauschka and similar manufacturers. An important nuance - today there is no single identification mark by which one can determine which product is in the hands of the consumer - real organic cosmetics or just a “cosmetic” one with inscriptions like “natural cosmetics”, “contains natural ingredients”, etc.

“Small cosmetic factory” - solution number two

This option is suitable for those women who have enough free time to allow themselves, as a hobby (by the way, this hobby often develops into a small business) to engage in soap making, the production of safe shampoos and shower gels, as well as the production of creams and lotions. Many questions arise: what are handmade soap recipes? What materials are needed for such production? Which stores sell sources for homemade cosmetics? It’s better to ask all these and other questions to Yandex or Google: the Internet contains a lot of useful information about the production of cosmetics at home.

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Tip 2: How to choose the right anti-aging cosmetics

In order for cosmetics that claim to be anti-aging to actually perform their function, they must contain certain components. Most products, especially budget ones, the labels of which say “lifting”, “35-, 45- and as many plus as you like”, in fact, are simply very nutritious due to complexes of oils. Such cosmetics have no effect on the tone of the epidermis, the oval of the face and wrinkles. And what ingredients will help in the fight for youthful skin? Let's look at some of them.

DMAE (dimethylaminoethanol) belongs to the class of nootropic (brain stimulating) substances. It has an antioxidant effect and is converted when taken orally into acetylcholine, a biologically active substance responsible for transmitting impulses from nerve cells. DMAE is used as a drug for mesotherapy and in creams, which give a very noticeable effect - the skin thickens, its tone and elasticity increase, sagging and expression lines go away. DMAE is one of the most desirable ingredients in anti-aging creams. Advice: in Russia it is quite difficult to buy a product with it at an affordable price, but shopping can help out - in the USA there is a selection of relatively inexpensive products with a good percentage of DMAE in the composition.

Tool example:Intensive Nutrition, DMAE 3%, Anti-Aging Gel, price on iherb.com - $49.6.

Peptides- these are chains of amino acid residues, in fact - “under-proteins”, building material for our entire body, including the skin, which becomes less and less with age, since protein synthesis naturally decreases. In cosmetology, certain types of peptides are used, as a rule, “short” - di- and tripeptides (the most popular tripeptide is matrixyl), penta-, hexapeptides (the most famous of the latter is argireline), the so-called copper peptide - a combination of a protein “tail” with ions copper The main role of peptides in the cream is to stimulate collagen synthesis. They also provide skin restoration, have an anti-inflammatory effect and other equally useful qualities.

Example of a product: TEANA, anti-aging gel for the skin around the eyes against expression wrinkles, price - 657 rubles.

Hyaluronic acid(one of the polysaccharides) is a powerful moisturizer, and what is especially important is related to our body. Hyaluronate is found in cartilage, biological fluids (for example, saliva), and in the skin, while participating in the process of tissue regeneration. Products containing hyaluronic acid (most often in the form of sodium hyaluronate) help retain moisture in the intercellular space, therefore, maintaining the smoothness and elasticity of the skin and literally “holding” the oval.

Example of a product: Crown of Siberia, Hyaluronic water, price in the company’s online store - 250 rubles.

Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) synthesized by the human body, participates in the process of cellular respiration, supply of tissues with oxygen and energy metabolism. Not only is it an antioxidant itself, but it also restores the activity of vitamin E. Using products with ubiquinone will help remove the “tired” network of wrinkles around the eyes, restore freshness to tired skin, and improve metabolic processes. This is one of the most accurate free radical hunters, and a modern woman does not need to explain the value of such ingredients.

Example of a product: Nivea Anti-aging hand cream Q10 PLUS, price - about 100 rubles.

Note that many ingredients that fight for the youth of our skin are effective not only in creams and cocktails for mesotherapy. Properly selected dietary supplements will also have a positive effect on the condition of the epidermis, acting on the body from the inside

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Many women prefer to use luxury cosmetics. In this case, we are talking not only about very high quality products, but also about beautiful and convenient packaging.

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Tip 4: Which cosmetics are better: those made in Russia or the USA

Imported and Russian-made cosmetics often differ not only in price, but also in composition. Currently, many domestic cosmetic companies produce very worthy products that are much better than their American counterparts.

Advantages of Russian cosmetics

Russian-made cosmetics have always been considered high-quality and effective. Many women, whose wealth allows them to buy expensive imported cosmetic products, use Russian-made products.

In the production of Russian cosmetics, mainly natural ingredients are used. Even the cheapest Russian cream does not consist of mineral oil, parabens and artificial components that are harmful to the skin, but of high-quality natural oils, herbal extracts, and vitamin supplements.

Perhaps many Russian creams have a fairly simple composition and outdated recipe, but this does not in any way affect their quality. In the production of expensive Russian creams, imported components are also used. Moreover, such cosmetic products are much cheaper than their foreign counterparts.

Cosmetics made in Russia and the USA

Experts believe that when choosing between cosmetics made in Russia and those made in the USA, it is better to give preference to domestically produced products. They contain more natural ingredients. The USA also produces high-quality and natural cosmetics, but such products are usually very expensive.

Many countries, including the United States, produce goods for export that are not of very high quality. This is due to the fact that the cost of truly high-quality cosmetics is already quite high. If we add to it the costs of delivery from the USA to Russia, then the price of such cosmetics will be too high. Not every woman will want to purchase goods at such a price.

Cosmetics made in the USA, which belong to the middle price category, consist mainly of synthetic components that can harm the skin and cause allergies.

Of the entire range of cosmetic products supplied from the American continent, it is worth paying attention to decorative cosmetics. These products differ from Russian ones in more colorful packaging, a variety of colors and shades. On the other hand, decorative cosmetics from many European manufacturers are of much higher quality and safer.

If you have any doubts about the quality of the purchased product, you must ask the seller for a certificate of conformity and a hygiene certificate confirming the safety of the product. Unfortunately, many imported goods entering the Russian market are counterfeit. The quality of such products leaves much to be desired.

Luxury cosmetics are designed to make a woman more attractive by reducing the signs of aging on her face. In the arsenal of luxury cosmetic brands you can find serums, anti-aging creams, emulsions, and skin treatment products.

Chic in French

The French brand Lancome is a leader in the international luxury cosmetics market. Cosmetics from this company are represented in 135 countries around the world. The concept of Lancome skin care products is to use all the achievements of science to restore beauty to women’s skin, regardless of their age. Most Lancome skincare products are designed to nourish aging facial skin. These are night and day cream, eye cream, eyelid serum concentrate and many others. These products have moisturizing, soothing, and protective properties. Plant components in the products (rose oil, rose hip oil, honey, almond seed extract) bring relief to tired skin and relieve stress from external irritants. And hyaluronic acid and ceramides penetrate the epidermis, preventing skin dehydration. “Lancome” is femininity and chic in French!

The Clarins company was founded in 1954 in Paris. It soon became a leader in Europe in the production of luxury skincare products. The cosmetics company gives preference to raw materials of plant origin. At the same time, it combines it with the principles of aroma and herbal medicine. Some of the well-known care products are face and body oils based on plant extracts. Clarens specializes in creating anti-aging skin care products that have antioxidant and soothing effects and stimulate collagen synthesis. Clarens strives to protect the skin from premature aging and free radicals. Research and development are constantly carried out in the Clarens laboratories.

The high-quality French “Orlane” has not become widespread in Russia. Despite this, the Orlan Institute is very popular and famous in France. The brand appeared in 1947. In its developments, the company uses royal jelly, longevity protein, which prolongs cell life by 70%, soybean extracts, wheat germ and other products. Orlan specializes in anti-aging cosmetics. Although there is also a line of care for young skin called Oligovitamin. The company also produces a series of Antifatique care products, indispensable in states of stress, fatigue and skin diseases.

Philosophy of harmony and purity

The Japanese brand Shiseido produces cosmetics based on components extracted from environmentally friendly marine plants. Advantages of cosmetics: absence of preservatives, dyes, flavors and alcohol. Shiseido products are non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic. The line of cosmetics for aging skin is called Skincare: it protects the face from early aging. This series contains moisturizing, cleansing and toning components. Their action is aimed at retaining moisture in the skin. Shiseido cosmetics are designed to improve the interaction between the dermis and epidermis. After all, scientists have proven that the surface layers of the skin have a connection with the deeper ones. Normal interaction of layers ensures healthy skin and resistance to aging. It is believed that the Shiseido company connects the eastern tradition of cosmetology with the western one.

Day creams

1. Intensive moisturizing cream Super Moisturiser, Environ. Useful for those who work in air-conditioned rooms. Price: 2200 rub.


2. Super Aqua Day, Guerlain. Nourishes, strengthens and tones the skin. Cost: 4800 rub.


3. Hydractive 24H, Dr. Pierre Ricaud. The cream provides the skin with hydration for 24 hours. Price: 1200 rub.


4. Nutridivine, Decle~or. Nourishing cream creates a protective layer on the skin that moisturizes the epidermis and prevents moisture from evaporating. Cost: 2500 rub.

The night Watch

1. Normaderm Detox, Vichy. Works at night and helps reduce sebum production. Suitable for oily skin. Price: 750 rub.


2. Moisturizing anti-stress cream based on grapes - Pulanna. Prevents premature aging, improves skin immunity thanks to hyaluronic acid. Price on request.


3. Revitalizing night cream “Ginseng”, Erborian. Soy and Korean rice proteins stimulate fibroblast activity and collagen synthesis. Cost 3150 rub.

Universal care

1. Swiss Herbs, Toitbel. Face cream with alpine rose extract nourishes and moisturizes normal and dry skin. Price: 350 rub.


2. Spa Body Care, Ciel. Body sorbet with extracts of fucus, peony, coffee and a complex of vitamins perfectly moisturizes the skin. Cost: 260 rub.


3. With sunscreens, it is better to “over” than “under”. For the face you need at least 1/3 teaspoon (this does not apply to solid sticks). For the body, you need about three tablespoons of milk or oil and a little less of thick cream.

Eye creams

1. "Captivating Look", Lush. Has a good moisturizing effect, ideal for young skin. Price: 795 rub.


2. Signs Shot, Pola. The serum fills wrinkles around the eyes, the skin is tightened and smoothed. Cost: 5500 rub.

Lotions and serums

1. Serum Polyphenol, Caudalne. Antioxidant rejuvenating serum enhances the protective functions of the skin. Price: 5600 rub.


2. Serum Sebo Control, Irushka. Gently cleanses pores and effectively treats acne. Does not dry or dehydrate the skin. Cost: 2250 rub.


3. Vitalprotection, Darphin. Anti-aging lotion SPF50 corrects and protects the skin from the appearance of pigmentation. Price: 1900 rub.

Serum “Intense hydration”, Noni Care. Eliminates dehydration and feeling of skin tightness. Cost: 520 rub.

How to apply?

Rub the cream in your palms and apply to your face, allowing the cream to absorb: first on your cheekbones, then on your chin, forehead, neck and décolleté. Did the cream absorb quickly? Repeat again.

You can turn the tonic into a moisturizing mask: moisten multi-layered wipes with it and place it on your face after washing.

Cleansers

1. Radiance Boosting Powder, Diptyque. Natural white clay contained in the powder cleanses the skin, saturating it with microelements and minerals. Price: 720 rub.


2. Facial cleansing gel, Diademine. Gel with coconut oil nourishes and smoothes the skin, making it compatible with the cream. Cost: 205 rub.


3. Refreshing peeling gel, Cefine. Gently exfoliates with polyglutamic acid from soybean extract. Price: 1600 rub.

The very concept of “anti-aging cosmetics” does not exist - it is nothing more than a marketing ploy to attract the attention of buyers of a certain age category in the cosmetics market. This term refers to a line of cosmetic products designed to improve the condition of aging skin, its regeneration, nutrition and hydration.

A list of ethical cosmetics brands that do not test on animals and do not contain animal products

Many companies on the market have switched to cruelty-free mode, that is, they do not test their products on animals. But the highest aerobatics of ethics is the Vegan mark and inclusion in the Peta register. Such cosmetics do not contain products of animal origin, for example, beeswax, honey, keratin and lanolin (obtained from sheep wool), the color pigment carmine (from cochineal beetle larvae), squalene (from shark oil, not to be confused with olive squalene). If you are not sure about the honesty of the manufacturer, check it on the websites, Vegan Society, CCF, Eco Control, Cruelty Free Int.

Urban Decay

The brand has many hits: soft and pigmented eye pencils, Naked palettes in different color palettes, eyelid primers. Despite the fact that not all cosmetics are vegan, from time to time the brand expands its collection with products marked with the Vegan icon. The latest products include color correctors, foundation and makeup setting spray with a matte finish. The brand also has vegan brushes, 24/7 pencils and glitter eyeliners. This is the case when you can emphasize your beauty with your favorite cosmetics without making deals with your conscience.

The manufacturer of body and hair care products actively supports environmental initiatives. The products are not tested on animals, and the quality of the ingredients is confirmed by five certificates, including “Gluten Free”, BDIH and NaTrue - European certificates of natural and organic cosmetics. The brand does not have many series: decorative cosmetics, shampoos, shower gels, deodorants and body lotions with light and delicate scents.

The brand has supported ethical principles since its founding, for 95 years now. All ingredients are confirmed by the NaTrue certificate of environmental friendliness and safety of production. We respect this company for its honesty. They openly warn if some products contain lanolin, lactose, honey and goat's milk - ingredients of animal origin, but the production of which does not harm the life of the animal.

A professional brand with a good price-quality ratio joined the cruelty-free program in 2014, when it was bought by L'Oreal. Vegan makeup products began to appear in the assortment. Many of them became real bestsellers: concealer, blush and felt-tip eyeliner. Keep it up, NYX!

Lime Crime

Decorative cosmetics from the States are known for their radically bright and experimental color palette. The range includes lilac, pale yellow, green, gray and even diamond shades of matte lipsticks. The products have a dense texture, so they easily deliver the promised color upon application. The brand’s logo is a unicorn, and its ideology is love for animals, which is why absolutely all cosmetics are cruelty-free and vegan.

Skyn Iceland

The brand of natural cosmetics from Iceland was invented for women living in big cities who have stress written all over their faces: dull color, uneven texture—you go on with the list. All products are certified Vegan. It does not contain parabens, synthetic dyes and phthalates (a substance that dissolves and binds other ingredients to each other). The brand's line includes many serums, patches and creams that solve a specific problem, be it age spots or rashes.

Zao Organic

French makeup cosmetics have received eight awards and certificates, including Vegan. All products - lipsticks, eye shadows, powders, foundations - are packaged in bamboo cases and cotton bags. Manufacturers are trying to provide decorative cosmetics with caring properties. For example, the shadows contain: bamboo stem extract - for skin elasticity, micronized silver (silver ions are often used in cosmetics) - as a natural antiseptic, sunflower, flax and olive oils - for moisturizing and nourishing.

100% pure

Founded in Napa, California in 2005, the company is currently based in Silicon Valley. Having moved from the homeland of vineyards to the Mecca of technological progress, the brand has not lost its philosophy. The composition of care and makeup products fully corresponds to the name: all products are created on the basis of plant extracts, unrefined vegetable and essential oils, juices, floral waters, fruit and vegetable pigments for decorative cosmetics. Completely cruelty-free. There are no artificial colors and flavors, synthetic chemical preservatives or toxins in the composition.

Ecotools

A peaceful brand of beauty accessories for hair, makeup and bath products. Recycled aluminum, bamboo and only artificial bristles are used to produce brushes. For almost 10 years, Ecotools have been packaging their products without using real paper. They save trees on the planet using special packaging: 20% cotton and 80% bamboo fibers. Why do ethical brands have such a passion for bamboo? This is one of the fastest growing plants, which means it is an easily renewable resource.

Le Labo

The niche and 100% ethical brand produces handmade candles, aromatic oils, designer aroma diffusers made from old dried wood, and fragrances in stylish pharmacy bottles with receipt labels. The brand was invented in the French city of Grasse, but it began its march around the world with a company store in New York. Le Labo supports vegans and caring for the environment in general: the products contain no parabens, phthalates or artificial colors. The musk and amber in Le Labo fragrances are strictly synthetic, vegetable wax is used in candles, and the basis of most fragrances is essential oils.

Cosmetic manipulations for skin care with problems are best performed in beauty salons. But you can buy facial cosmetics and carry out the procedures yourself. At home, peelings, masks, emulsions, and creams successfully help. Products from well-known premium brands are not cheap, but the results are obvious. Professional – the best cosmetics for the face, review and rating of popular brands.

What is professional cosmetics

Cosmetic products are divided into two groups. Available mass media are used almost daily. Professional cosmetics are used by cosmetologists in clinics and beauty salons. Strict selection criteria and quality standards for professional cosmetics have been established.

Spanish

The nature of sunny Spain, preserved in cosmetics, helps maintain attractiveness. Spanish professional cosmetics attract with reasonable prices and natural ingredients (olive oil, honey, aloe, flowers, fruits, black caviar, colloidal 24-karat gold, orchid extract, pearls, diamond dust).

Products produced by the Natura Bisse brand are one of the best. The results of the effects of cosmetics are noticeable after the first use:

• Gel-cream with hydromatizing effect 440020;
• price: RUB 2,460;
• characteristics: gel-cream moisturizes, mattifies, prevents acne;
• pros: the cosmetic product has a pleasant texture;
• cons: not suitable for winter and dry air.

• LUXE Moisturizing Eye Mask AINHOA;
• price: RUB 2,750;
• characteristics: contains black caviar extract, bisabolol, moisturizing complex. Cares for dehydrated, tired skin, smoothes out fine wrinkles;
• pros: excellent results at home;
• cons: deep wrinkles are still not affected.

The Sesderma brand wrinkle filling system (regenerating and hyaluronic fillers) takes care of different skin types:

• Fillderma NANO;
• price: 9100 rub.;
• characteristics: moisturizing, regeneration, smoothing out unevenness. The cosmetics include hyaluronic acid, lecithin, vitamins A and E, black tea saccharomycetes, jojoba, collagen, and centella asiatica. Action: filling wrinkles, rejuvenation;
• pros: the system is suitable for the face, neck, décolleté. Instant cosmetic effect.
• cons: individual intolerance.

German

German products successfully solve aesthetic problems of appearance. Janssen brand products enjoy great prestige, quality and the ability to achieve results. Cosmetics contain phytoestrogens from the roots of the iris flower. Cosmetics such as concentrates, ampoules, capsules, alginate masks, retinol creams, and collagen biomatrices are famous.

• Long Lasting with SPF 12-24 hour foundation.
• price: 1,800 rub.;
• characteristics: five beautiful shades. The long-lasting cream masks imperfections, protects against ultraviolet radiation and severe frosts;
• pros: a combination of decorative and care products in one bottle;
• cons: in bad weather, the foundation needs correction.

German care Dr. Baumann SkinIdent successfully copes with rosacea, acne, swelling:

• Cream with ceramides for dry skin type;
• price: RUR 7,690;
• characteristics: 30 ml, ceramides improves skin barrier function, vitamins E and C prevent early aging. Lecithin, allantoin, hyaluronic acid improves cell regeneration;
• pros: cream without preservatives;
• cons: you can’t always buy it in an online store.

Professional cream with PCM complex from Janssen cares, adds radiance, protects against photoaging:

• Janssen Dr. Roland Sacher Day Care + PCM-Complex - ultra-light day cream with PCM complex;
• price RUR 3,525;
• characteristics: 50 ml, delicate texture. The PCM complex includes pearl water, caviar, magnolia, mango, kombucha, vitamin E, gold and silver pigments. Apply after washing, in the morning, to a clean face;
• pros: the product has a delicate scent, pearlescent color;
• cons: high cost of the cream.

Israeli

Beauty salon specialists love to work with products offered by Israeli professional cosmetics. It contains healing salts, minerals, Dead Sea corals, healing hyaluronic acid, collagen, elastin, and with regular use, problematic skin will clear up. The list of manufacturers is large; brands such as Christina, Anna Lotan, On Maccabim, Kart, Dr.Kadir, Sr cosmetics are especially in demand.

Christina cosmetics has extensive experience in treating sensitive, irritated skin:

• Bio Phyto Alluring Serum serum “Charm”;
• price 2,688;
• characteristics: 30 ml; increases elasticity, activates the restoration of skin cells, makes capillary walls strong. The cosmetic serum contains sodium hyaluronate, bearberry leaf extract and Lenkoran acacia bark, ascorbic acid, fructose, glycine, B vitamins. It should be applied to the face, neck and décolleté.
• advantages: itching and flaking disappear;
• cons: individual reaction to the serum.

Plant extracts and unique Dead Sea products in Anna Lotan professional cosmetics cope with painful sensitivity, oiliness and dryness, acne, rosacea, seborrhea:

• Marine Scrub Peeling “Golden”;
• price: 1690;
• characteristics: 30 ml bottle, ideal cleaning. Improves color, brightens comedones, tightens skin pores. It has the property of healing wounds and has a bactericidal effect. Age restrictions: 30+, 40+;
• pros: you can add water to the peeling agent, it becomes even more gentle;
• cons: sometimes the tightening effect is too strong.

Therapeutic mud mask with ichthyol “Solar Energy” from Gigi has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties:

• Ichthyol mud mask “Solar Energy” Gigi Solar Energy Mud Mask For Oily And Large Pore Skin;
• price: 3864;
• characteristics: the mask contains mineral water and Dead Sea mud, rich in ichthyol and iodine; thyme and eucalyptus oils, kaolin, zinc, magnesium, bromides, chlorides, sulfates. The color is beige. The mask is applied for 20-30 minutes, washed off with warm water;
• pros: can be used locally;
• cons: not recommended for use in cases of rosacea.

Korean

Asian brands, for example, Korean cosmetics, are becoming increasingly popular and successfully compete with European ones. South Korean cosmetic companies offer a wide selection of luxury and premium medicinal products, developed on the basis of natural complexes, without chemical additives.

The famous Egg Pore series of the Tony Moly brand includes cosmetic preparations that tighten skin pores, fill unevenness, even out the relief, reduce wrinkles, and prepare the skin for makeup:

• Tony Moly Egg Pore Yolk Primer;
• price: 1,260;
• characteristics: volume - 25 ml. After drying, egg extracts help narrow pores and regulate the functioning of the sebaceous glands. A small amount of the product, evenly distributed, should be carefully massaged into the skin;
• pros: the primer brightens dark spots, disguises wrinkles. Can be used spot on;
• cons: the primer does not cope with very large pores.

Professional creams and other products based on snail mucus, which contains especially valuable proteins, elastin and collagen, regenerate dermal cells:

• Cleansing foam with snail mucus;
• price: 945;
• characteristics: removes dead cells, sebum and makeup residues, does not dry out, nourishes, softens. Before use, the foam must be whipped, applied, massaged and rinsed off with water;
• pros: suitable for different types of problem skin;
• cons: high delivery cost.

Italian

Natural components - leaves, flowers, roots, extracts from medicinal plants, essential oils - this is what Italian professional cosmetics are made from. Italian professional cosmetology is based on lemon, orange, olive, grapefruit, and grapes. The rich assortment of cosmetics and packaging design do not leave the fair sex indifferent.

• Collistar Sun Global Anti Age Protection Tanning Face Cream SPF 30;
• price: 2,400;
• characteristics: sunscreen cream. Convenient pump. The cream counteracts pigment spots and burning. Prevents the formation of wrinkles, provides a quick and high-quality tan;
• advantages: protects against chapping;
• Cons: It becomes uncomfortable in the heat.

Combines the beneficial and healing properties of a professional cream with sulfur brown algae from the manufacturer Frais Monde:

• Cream with sulfur brown algae for problematic and acne-prone skin from Frais Monde;
• price: 2000;
• characteristics: contains lemon and burdock extracts; sulfurous thermal water, relieves irritation, regulates the functions of the sebaceous glands, relieves inflammation;
• advantages: the skin becomes moisturized and less oily;
• Cons: You may not like the smell.

Restoring light cream Crema Nera Extrema is called perfect, and there are reasons for this:

• CREMA NERA EXTREMA – eye cream, 15 ml;
• price: 11,713;
• characteristics: moisturizing texture of the product is suitable for delicate skin. Contains Obsidian mineral complex and other natural ingredients. Protects cell DNA and fights harmful free radicals. Stimulates collagen production, reduces wrinkles, increases the elasticity of aging skin around the eyes;
• pros: bottle with a mirror, convenient for makeup correction;
• cons: not always in stock, but can be ordered.

Russian

Russian facial cosmetics are distinguished by their relatively low cost and availability. Consumers highly appreciate the hypoallergenic products of the Kora brand - they cleanse, moisturize, and tighten. Alpika products are created from components of mountain herbs, fruit acids, algae extracts and vitamins. The Teana cosmetics line is rich in products for effective cleaning: these are alginate masks, rejuvenation serums, and ampoules for restorative care.

Multi-acid peeling with healing succinic acid is an effective means of facial transformation. Cleanses dry cells, pronounced “blackheads”, helps reduce pores:

• Multi-acid peeling with succinic acid 5%, 30 ml;
• price: 805;
• characteristics: the composition contains useful acids - succinic, glycolic, malic, tartaric, citric, grape, lactic. Heals microtraumas, inhibits the formation of wrinkles and scar formation. Application: apply with a brush, then wipe with tonic, apply a restorative mask for 15 minutes.
• pros: suitable for all types;
• Cons: You may not like the tingling and redness.

Professional face creams are produced by Velinia. It's worth trying one of these:

• name: massage cream;
• price 626 rub.;
• characteristics: enriches cells with elements that moisturize, rejuvenate, contains antioxidant and nutritional ingredients. Contains grape seed oil; cacao butter; herbal component (plantain, chamomile, rose hips); glycerin extracts of ginseng and Rhodiola rosea;
• pros: has a revitalizing and antiseptic effect, is inexpensive;
• cons: does not give a very quick effect.

Cora Lifting Cream-oval successfully works to reduce the amount of fat deposits on the neck and chin, strengthening the flabby contour:

• Lifting oval cream Modeling care for face and chin, 50 ml;
• price: 534;
• characteristics: lipolytic cream for mature skin. Contains natural proteins, amino acids, dipeptide, prevents sagging, helps produce collagen and elastin, softens wrinkles, provides a lifting effect;
• pluses: soothes, softens;
• cons: does not give an immediate effect.

French

French professional cosmetics cope well with problem skin, giving youth and beauty. Combines therapeutic and cosmetic effects. Cosmetics are based on natural ingredients. The products of the best brands include essential oils and herbal remedies, and dyes and preservatives are not used in emulsions, serums and masks.

The Perfection Visage line offers masks with instant results. An excellent exfoliant cream for all skin types, including particularly sensitive skin:

• La Biosthetique Skin Care Perfection Visage Masque Peeling;
• price: 1,806;
• characteristics: 200 ml, peeling is gentle but effective, cleanses with the help of tiny particles of silica gel, saturates with oxygen. Apply to clean skin, then do a light massage with your fingertips;
• pros: removed with a sponge and warm water;
• cons: not always available.

Professional leveling serum Concentre Perles from PAYOT is called the pearl of the UNI SKIN range!

• Uni Skin Concentré Perles – smoothing and perfecting serum for radiant skin;
• price 7600;
• characteristics: convenient bottle with pump dispenser (30 ml), light texture. Saxifraga extract with antioxidant properties, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid smoothes wrinkles, moisturizes, evens out color, removes acne marks;
• pros: suitable for the skin of the neck and chest, lightens age spots;
• cons: high price.

Light mattifying fluid from the DECLEOR brand cleanses, reduces pores, and restores the radiance of youth:

• Mattifying fluid that saturates the skin with oxygen;
• price: 1395;
• characteristics: the cosmetic product has a light texture, contains ylang-ylang essential oil, water lily and bamboo extracts, wheat microproteins, lentil and yeast extracts, marine glycogen;
• pros: for combination and oily type, which is prone to frequent breakouts;
• cons: the remaining product is difficult to remove from the bottle.

Japanese

Japanese professional cosmetics are considered one of the most elite. Popular brands are Kanebo, Kracie, Suhada, Yokota Lab, La Sincere. Natural composition (collagen, hyaluronic acid, seaweed, chamomile, aloe, ginger, coral, pearls, shark liver, silk), hypoallergenic, no obsessive odor, wide range. Such cosmetics are not cheap, but they guarantee excellent results. The task of Japanese cosmetologists is not to disguise imperfections in appearance, but to eliminate them.

Skin cleanser PINK GEL from the SUHADA brand quickly restores freshness, radiance and tone to skin with dull tone and the first signs of aging.

• name: Suhada RoseGel Peeling gel for deep cleansing (Skin Clear);
• price 2,780;
• characteristics: contains whey, lipase, protease, aloe vera, rosehip oil. Eliminates keratinized layers, has an immediate smoothing effect;
• pros: helps fight acne and pimples, eliminates roughness;
• cons: only on order.

The restoring and rejuvenating medical and cosmetic line La-Sincere copes with skin problems at the cellular level:

• name: ATP GEL LOTION, 50ml - ATP Nourishing Lotion with collagen;
• price: 1,917;
• characteristics: 50 ml, gel lotion, has the properties of an active serum. The main components are bioceramides, glycerin, soluble collagen, licorice flavonoids, extracts of chamomile, aloe flower, philodendron, vitamin E. guarantees antioxidant and antimicrobial protection, eliminates irritation.
• pros: can be used for dry seborrhea;
• cons: you need to be wary of fakes.

Kanebo peeling powder contains soft, relaxing healing substances:

• name: Kanebo Sensai Silky Purifying Silk Peeling Powder;
• price: 4470;
• characteristics: powder with enzymes. Forms a gentle foam that can remove dead cells and blackheads, restore a feeling of smoothness, softness, cleanliness, effective for different skin types. Apply 1-3 times a week;
• advantages: the product is used sparingly;
• cons – high price.

American

American cosmetics companies offer customers high-quality natural products. American professional facial cosmetics have many advantages, which is why they are in demand, although their prices are high. Salon treatments work magic on neglected skin, but the products can be successfully used at home.

Beauty Style mask with biocellulose to combat the first signs of aging:

• name: Beauty Style toning mask with biocellulose for aging skin;
• price: 2,300;
• characteristics: the mask is created from particles of natural biocellulose, it gives tone, strengthens, makes the color fresh, stimulates cell regeneration. The composition contains hydrolyzed egg shell membranes, and they contain collagen, enzymes and other components;
• pros: suitable for the prevention and prevention of early aging;
• cons: you have to order in advance.

Lime Crime Velvetines liquid lipstick will help a woman create beautifully defined, sensual lips:

• title: Lime Crime Velvetines;
• price 990 rub.;
• characteristics: bright, rich shades, very long-lasting lipstick. After application it surprises with a glossy effect, but as it dries it becomes matte. The texture is light, delicate, the lipstick glides on smoothly and lasts a long time;
• pros: does not smear, does not roll, does not dry out painted lips;
• cons: apply lipstick only to moisturized lips treated with a scrub.

A set for healthy and radiant skin is offered by Clarisonic:

• Name: Anti-pigmentation kit;
• characteristics: included night cleansing gel with peeling effect, 100 ml; washing gel, 100 ml; activator serum for radiance, 30 ml; brush attachment. There are detailed instructions for using all three cosmetics;
• price: 9,190;
• pros: lightens stains, gives a fresh look;
• VIP card holders receive a significant discount;
• cons: high price.

How to choose

It is not so easy to make the right choice of professional cosmetics. Let's name the main criteria:

1. If a product is expensive, this is not an indicator of professionalism. You can trust the drug if it is used by specialist cosmetologists.
2. Such products are hypoallergenic and have no pronounced odor.
3. Contains original patented components.
4. The products are temperature demanding.
5. The packaging looks simple, but very decent.

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