Greek cosmetics: features and best brands

Greek cosmetics are a real treasure of Hellas along with olive oil, magnificent sea views and architectural monuments. Its production is still conducted according to traditional recipes, many companies have kept family secrets for decades. When deciding which cosmetics to bring from Greece, it is always difficult to make a choice in favor of one brand or product.

Having visited this country, you can find face and body care products based on olive oil, honey, donkey milk and other natural ingredients. A review of the brands Macrovita and Olivia, Oliveway and Sostar helps to understand the modern values ​​of cosmetic companies and their products.

Reviews of cosmetologists and ordinary buyers about Greek cosmetics look very attractive. True, it is quite difficult to purchase original products of many local brands in Russia. All the more useful will be the information about what should be purchased in Greece, going on vacation. After all, local cosmetics has everything you need to take care of your own beauty, rejuvenate and improve your skin.

Greek cosmetics are a real mystery even for sophisticated European consumers. It has its own traditions, and they are quite different from those that representatives of other nations choose. Even the word "cosmetics" was coined by the ancient Greeks. For centuries, it has replaced the daily hygiene ritual by rubbing it with olive oil, saving invaluable fresh water. Over time, this problem was resolved. But there were recipes with which once softened sea water - based on goat milk and honey, red wine and aromatic herbs.

Sumptuous hair, velvety skin, a snow-white smile and a smooth face - all this was with the Greek women at a time when the world did not yet know about cosmetology.Today, bathing with donkey's milk or rubbing with odorous herbs is no longer necessary.

Among the main components that make these tools unique are:

• natural olive oil - a source of skin hydration;
• honey and bee products;
• aromatic herbs and spices;
• essential oils of fruits and flowers;
• high protein donkey milk;
• aloe vera extract;
• natural clay for cleansing the skin;
• collagen-rich seaweed;
• mastic or mastic - a natural antiseptic.

Numerous Greek cosmetics brands deserve close attention. Among them there are completely organic - certified by Bio Cosmetique, ICEA, Ecocert. Brands rank among them. Elotia, BioSelect, Olivellenic, Bioplasisd. However, practically in 100% of cases, any Greek cosmetics are much more natural and environmentally friendly than most European manufacturers.

The brand has existed since 1989, cosmetic production is based on the use of olive oil and natural plant materials. The company managed to pass certification according to Russian and European standards, it has confirmation of hypoallergenic products.

Greek cosmetics from this brand contains natural olive oil that has passed all the necessary control measures. In addition, there are beekeeping products, natural vitamins and minerals, plant extracts.

Another brand from Greece specializing in the use of natural olive oil as the basis for their products. Especially popular eco-friendly soappossessing excellent washing and caring characteristics.

The company is included in the list of the most famous companies in Greece. Production has been operating since 1965, Certified by major European standardization systems. This company is one of the best in variety of assortment, trying to adhere to strict environmental standards. Total Yellow Rose Releases 7 lines for body care and 14 series of face products.

One of the youngest lines of Greek cosmetics. The brand was created in 2000 and successfully competes with more significant and older companies. The main ingredients are natural oils and plant extracts.

Producer of the most popular donkey milk donk cosmetics series. The natural series of products contains proteins, ceramides, has regenerative and anti-aging properties. It focuses on age-related skin care.

Manufacturer of the Santo Volcano Spa series of cosmetics based on volcanic water. Valuable ingredients in the composition contribute to the treatment of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis. In the series there is soap, hair care products, face, body.

One of the two most famous lines of pharmacy Greek cosmetics. Korres has its own series of makeup products and care products in various areas. The company has been manufacturing goods since 1965 and successfully operates both in the domestic market and abroad. The brand is not positioned as completely natural, using synthetic components to enhance the effectiveness of products.

Natural cosmetics from a company that has been manufacturing products since 1950 based on the family soap factory in Chania. The brand produces exclusively skincare cosmetics for the body, face, hair. Does not use chemicals instead of organic components.

A cosmetic company that demonstrates leadership acumen when working with international competitors. The main ingredient of her remedies is olive oil of organic origin. Especially popular Athena's Treasures series - Athens Treasures. And also the company has rulers based on argan oil and aloe extract.

A brand from the island of Crete, proud of the environmental friendliness of its products. The range includes products for men and women, medicinal pharmaceutical preparations, handmade soaps and compositions for face, body, hair. The company itself produces, grows, collects ingredients for the manufacture of cosmetics, distills oils.

Organic certified brand. The brand has its own "Secret ingredient" - dictamelia, combining parts of a dictamos plant and first-pressed vegetable oil. The finished product has regenerative, wound healing, anti-aging properties.

A brand that has been successfully operating since 1979, products are distributed mainly through pharmacy chains. This is a therapeutic cosmetic that helps to cope with dermatological problems of a different nature. The ingredients used include bee products, vegetable oils and hypoallergenic extracts of herbs.

Greek cosmetics, known in Russia due to the sale in the Rive Gauche network. The brand has existed since 1992, it opens its own stores around the world. The composition includes marine minerals and algae, tinctures of herbs, essential oils obtained in ecologically clean areas of the country. Initially, the brand was based on the basis of a family business - a soap factory from Zakynthos Island.

A unique brand that produces cosmetics based on mastic (or mastic) - pistachio resin. She possesses wound healing, regenerating, restoring properties. Cosmetics has the status of medical, used in professional spas. In addition to mastic, the composition contains exclusively organic ingredients. They extract mastic only on the island of Chios.

The best cosmetics from Greece can easily be found both with brands with a history and with very young companies. This can be a professional or organic home series product. In any case, you will not have to regret shopping.

Consider the best products recommended for purchase.

• Macrovita Laurel Oil. It is a 100% natural source of valuable vitamins for the skin. Suitable for home spa treatments, making hair masks, fighting acne, massage. An ideal basis for self-creating cosmetics.

• Bioselect Naturals Age Embrace Cream Night Cream. Anti-aging product with olive leaf extract and organic oil, hyaluronic acid. The tool is not cheap, but very effective.

• Organic Serum Sostar Donkey Milk. Contains hyaluronic acid, is quickly absorbed, gives a good result.

• Aphrodite Moisture & Shine Hair Balm. Life-giving conditioner with Abyssinian oil, vegetable keratin, hyaluronic acid. It makes hair luxurious and shiny.

• Natural soap. The best manufacturers of this product use exclusively manual labor and organic components. Among the worthy products are Bellas soap with donkey milk, which transforms bathing into a real spa treatment. Athena's Treasures produces solid detergents in gift and regular packaging.

• Korres - shampoo with licorice and nettle for oily hair. In a standard bottle - 250 ml of organic care. The product is characterized by good foaming, the head remains clean for a long time. Well suited for frequent washing, gives shine, does not dry the ends of the hair. You will have to get used to the natural, specific aroma.

• Natural body butter cream Mea Natura. A body care product with an intense formula and dense texture. It contains olive oil of organic origin, beeswax, and other valuable components.

• Shampoo with Bio Plasis mastic. Universal option, suitable for frequent use. The product contains panthenol, green tea, olive oil and wheat germ. The soft formula is suitable even for children.

• Yellow Rose lifting mask for the face. A force of nature enclosed in a compact tube. Helps restore elasticity and radiance to even the most tired skin. The tool is hypoallergenic, has a pronounced lifting effect, is not consumed too quickly.

• Body Milk with Aloe Mastic Spa. Means with the status of organic. Contains natural mastic, providing a wound healing, regenerative effect. After application, the skin becomes soft and silky.

Greek cosmetics invariably arouse great interest among cosmetologists and ordinary buyers. Salon-class products are highly appreciated by professionals for their organic origin and high concentration of active substances. Spa cosmetics line from Greece are valued no less than those coming from Asian countries.

As for the classic face, body, hair care, customer reviews about these products look quite promising. They respond positively to Korres creams with wine extract and chestnut. Messinian, Mastic & Spa-Bio shampoos invariably cause delight of buyers, which have a literally magical effect on the hair.

Sostar’s luxurious donkey milk products are considered one of the best solutions for fighting age. According to buyers, The minuses of Greek cosmetics include a bit heavy, oily textures of facial products, but this is not characteristic of all brands.

It is noted that in Russian chain stores, goods from Greece are represented only by Fresh Line cosmetics. The rest of the products have to be ordered from abroad or brought from leisure. The most famous pharmacy brands Korres, Apivita are highly rated.which can easily be found in everything from baby powder to creams and sun protection sprays.

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