Natural cosmetics are an environmentally friendly natural alternative to traditional products. As a rule, it does not contain any chemical or artificial substances. It contains several groups of ingredients.
Herbal extracts and herbal extracts
Usually it is plant extracts that become active ingredients in natural cosmetics. Depending on the purpose of the remedy, it can be chamomile, calendula, sage, nettle and many other herbs, as well as their compositions. To obtain extracts, modern cosmetology uses special natural “solvents” that help to extract the necessary substance from plant materials.
Vegetable oils
As a rule, oils form the basis of a natural cosmetic product or are added as a moisturizing component. They help the skin retain moisture and protect it from the environment. The most common oils today are olive, almond, sesame, apricot and peach oils. However, they can be replaced with more rare ones: jojoba, shea, arnica, macadamia.
Essential oils
They give natural cosmetics not only a wonderful aroma, but also healing medicinal properties. The essential oil is obtained by evaporation. Plants are heat treated, and the desired substances are released along with the steam. Essential components are captured by condensation and then combined with oil.
Natural preservatives
Natural cosmetics cannot boast of a long shelf life. However, there are several unique substances that can replace synthetic preservatives.
1. Vegetable alcohols.
2. Extracts of eucalyptus, birch and bird cherry leaves, chamomile extract.
3. Propolis.
Natural cosmetics undoubtedly have undeniable advantages over their synthetic counterparts. The main one is complete safety. This is especially true for those prone to allergies and owners of sensitive, irritable skin. In addition, natural remedies have not only a cosmetic, but also a healing effect, which results in beautiful healthy skin and hair.
However, it is worth mentioning the disadvantages of such cosmetics. Active substances of natural origin are many times more expensive than their chemical counterparts. Therefore, products made from herbal ingredients are distinguished by a relatively high price, but at the same time safety.
For those who prefer natural products, the company offers several series of natural products. Weleda’s range of cosmetics includes face, body and hair care products, as well as a large selection of environmentally friendly products for babies. Weleda: in harmony with man and nature!