Russian cosmetics: varieties and tips for choosing

In recent years, the production of Russian cosmetics has expanded markedly, new brands have appeared, the products of which are gradually gaining wide popularity and may well compete with imported brands.

Many experts point out that Russian-made cosmetics are becoming more attractive, and its market is one of the fastest growing in the world. This industry has made a qualitative leap forward, has become modern and uses the latest research and the achievements of cosmetology in its work.

Russian cosmetics are characterized by characteristic features:

• it effectively combines innovative achievements and technologies with proven folk recipes;
• our cosmetics combines the rapid development and expansion of the range, including means for the skin of various types;
• the experience of foreign brands is widely used in production;
• for the production of cosmetics, both imported and domestic raw materials are used;
• natural components occupy a large part of the composition of cosmetics, often they are completely natural;
• domestic cosmetics is notable for its affordable price and every user can afford it.

Raw materials for natural cosmetics are plants that grow in our country. In this regard, the herbs of Siberia are considered the most effective. It is such plant ingredients that are best perceived by the skin of Russians.

Although domestic cosmetics is popular, however, many consumers still prefer imported. Therefore, in order to gain the reputation and trust of users, Russian manufacturers produce cosmetics of impeccable quality.

An overview of Russian brands of cosmetics can be presented as follows.

• "Clean line". This brand, founded by Kalina Concern, has a wide range of products for delicate body care. Brand enterprises use modern technology and natural environmentally friendly natural substances. The list of organic cosmetic products includes harmless shampoos and hair masks, pleasant bath gels and balms, lotions and facial cleansing products.

• "Black Pearl". The brand has been known since the late 90s, it has long gained well-deserved popularity and won the trust of Russian women. The assortment is represented by many lines designed for women of different ages, taking into account the age-related features of facial skin. Being natural cosmetics, all products (creams, serums, cleansing milk and other products) have extracts and extracts of fruits and various herbs and plants in their compositions.

• "Russian field" is a popular brand of Fratti NV. This well-known series of cosmetic products includes products such as shampoos, masks, balms and hair rinses, creams and other skin care products for face skin, cosmetics for men - products for shaving and skin care after it. All cosmetics are made using the best formulas and natural extracts of herbs and plants used by traditional medicine for a long time.

• "Russian line". The brand appeared in 1997, but in 2001 received the new name Faberlic. The basis for the renaming was the company's entry into the global cosmetic market. A feature of the products of this brand is the use of the innovative formula Novaftem-O2 ("Double Breath").

Such a revolutionary solution allows oxygen cosmetics to eliminate skin problems associated with a lack of oxygen, and skin repair and renewal is much faster. Brand products - hair care products, face and body skin, decorative cosmetics, perfumes.

• Natura Siberica. The brand produces its products on the basis of Siberian environmentally friendly herbs and plants (including medicinal), using extracts of roots and inflorescences. Organic plant components are complemented by beneficial medical elements. Cosmetic products are of high quality and have regenerative properties, allowing to suspend skin aging.

Caring cosmetics are not inferior to imported premium analogues.

• "Recipes of grandmother Agafia". The brand is a manufacturer of cosmetics, considered one of the best. Most of the products are made using ancient recipes based on medicinal plant extracts and natural oils. These are shampoos and masks, face and hand creams, scrubs and caring foot gels.

• "Natural element". A distinctive feature of this brand is that cosmetics contains healthy and environmentally friendly mineral water “Arkhyz”. The manufacturer makes cosmetics without chemicals, which includes only natural ingredients, including colored natural clay and the natural mineral bischofite.

• Teana laboratories. This manufacturer is distinguished by the creation of effective innovative skincare cosmetics for face and body skin. The composition of the products includes such original ingredients as the extract of the plant tephrosia and toxin of the conical sea snail, herbal components from witch hazel and elderberry, chestnut extract, rice and other cereal oils. The range includes new-fashioned care products: creams for creating radiance and peeling, anti-aging drugs and various serums, soap and shampoos.

Manufacturers of placental cosmetics are the brands Texal, Evinal, Ledy U, Yalma, Plazan. This cosmetics activates the process of cell repair, while nourishing, moisturizing and slowing down the aging of the skin.

Among the brands of professional cosmetics, the Premium brand should be noted, which in terms of product quality is not inferior to many foreign counterparts. The recipe for all products is based on the development of the Moscow Institute of Beauty; dermatologists, cosmetologists, and chemists participate in the creation of the products.

Alina zanskar - One of the first Russian manufacturers of professional cosmetics to enter the world market. The brand has a wide range of caring, rejuvenating and cleansing cosmetics.

In addition to these, there are other brands that also produce high-quality natural cosmetics:

• Planeta organica uses not only the Russian formulation of cosmetics, but also the traditional formulas of other countries;
• Green mama - uses an old recipe, but uses the latest technology;
• Organic shop - famous for natural coffee-based scrub;
• BotanicaLife - The brand is famous for cosmetics containing various oils (base and essential).
• Kamalu - produces only high-quality organic cosmetic products that do not contain animal components.

Among the wide variety of cosmetics intended for cosmetologists as well as for any user, it is very difficult to single out the best products. Nevertheless, the rating determines the most popular means. Since the assortment of cosmetics is very large, only a few products can be mentioned.

• “Nutrition and hydration” (Natura Siberica). This cream is created for dry skin, it additionally protects it from sunlight. It contains the necessary skin vitamin E and extract of Manchurian Aralia.

• Elegant Perfection (Teana Laboratories). Night cream against aging, has a tonic effect and promotes the renewal of skin cells. It contains vitamins B, F.

• “Icy” (“Recipes of grandmother Agafia”). Eye cream gel, the main components of which are melt water and a snowdrop extract. This stimulant that gives a feeling of freshness, well removes swelling of the eyelids.

• Intensive Lifting (Black Pearl). The cream can be used in the daytime and in the evening. It has a nourishing and moisturizing effect, makes the complexion of the face more even and tightens its contour.

Well-suited creams such as “Cell renewal” (brand Kora), “For gentle cleansing” (Green Mama), “Aphrodite” (Green Era) for skin with problems.

A popular body care cosmetics is represented by such means.

• “Lingonberry with cream” (Natura Siberica). Cream-lotion based on yak milk and extracts of lingonberry and rosehip fruit. It nourishes the skin of the body well.
• “Freshness and Radiance” (“Recipes of Grandmother Agafia”). The gel with a cleaning effect contains an extract of lemongrass. At the same time it has a tonic effect and helps strengthen the protective properties of the skin.
• Cleansing scrub with apricot kernel (“Clean Line”). Its main component is the smallest grains of apricot kernel. The tool well cleanses the upper layer of the skin, updating the epidermis.A tonic effect is created thanks to oils (soybean and corn). The scrub is designed for oily and combination skin types.

For hair and scalp, the following care products are recommended.

• "Red pepper" ("Russian field"). Hair balm mask contains hot red pepper extract, which has the ability to reduce hair loss. With a warming property, the product improves blood circulation to the scalp. Olive oil gives hair shine and a beautiful look.
• Mask for hair volume (Planeta Organica). A product containing green coffee oil makes your hair stronger and thicker. An additional volume of the strand is acquired thanks to peppermint oil, which also has tonic properties.

The choice of cosmetics is a purely individual matter: everyone chooses a product in accordance with the characteristics of his body and the purpose of use.

To choose high-quality cosmetics that will not harm your health, you should consider such points.

• Shelf life. Cosmetics containing harmful preservatives have a long shelf life of up to 3 years or more. Natural high-quality products have a short (no more than 6 months) period of use.
• Structure. The composition of high-quality cosmetics includes organic substances: acids - sorbic and benzoic, vitamins (E, F, B), extracts of various herbs, plants and flowers, vegetable oils. Poor quality cosmetics often contain unhealthy synthetic oils that cause allergic rashes and acne. Propylene glycol is also the cause of allergic skin irritations and causes the formation of acne. Sodium lauryl sulfate - it is often used in the production of shampoos and gels. It is also a substance harmful to the skin and hair. Glycerin makes the skin dry. Cosmetics should also not contain silicone, various sulfates (they are indicated by the letters SLS), parabens - additives under the code E.
• Smell. Natural high-quality cosmetics do not have a strong pungent odor, but have a pleasant unobtrusive aroma.
• Color. Poor-quality cosmetic products have a bright saturated color: this is a sign of the presence of artificial dyes. Good natural products are painted white or pastel shades.
• Manufacturer country. On the package must be indicated that the product is made in Russia (RF).
• Price. The high price always corresponds to luxury cosmetics, which is available in limited quantities. Budget cost is often due to the fact that the output is massive, but this usually does not affect its quality.

When choosing a cream, you should take into account your skin type and its age features. It is not recommended to trust cosmetics, which promises to completely eliminate any skin problems and quick action. Buy cosmetics should be in specialized departments or stores, avoiding dubious stalls, markets, trays in the transitions.

A detailed review of the Clean Line cosmetics is in the video below.