April 2, 2021

WHY IS IT WORTH USING NATURAL COSMETICS?

You've probably asked yourself more than once: why is it worth using natural cosmetics? What advantages do they have over other cosmetics that can be found on store shelves? Are they as effective as drugstore cosmetics? Fortunately, in today's world, consumers are starting to pay more and more attention to whether the products they buy are friendly to the skin and Mother Earth. The trend of living closer to nature is not waning, on the contrary - it is growing stronger, along with social awareness. We all understand better and better why an ecological lifestyle is so important, and therefore why it is worth using natural cosmetics. We hope that the following article will answer your questions, dispel any doubts and make you, too, become friends with nature in your everyday life. SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN EFFECT You are probably wondering whether the trend for natural ingredients goes hand in hand with science? The answer is: absolutely! Orientana cooperates with the best scientists from around the world, specializing in Asian formulas. We also have GMP, ISO 14001: 2015, ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 22716: 2007, 16128-2: 2007 certificates. However, behind these complicated formulas there is real data, proving that our cosmetics fit into the applicable regulations. Passing these complicated procedures is one of the reasons why it is worth using natural cosmetics. STRICT “NATURAL” STANDARDS – ISO 16128 Obtaining the ISO 16128 certificate is a very complex and rigorous process. This standard means that all natural ingredients used in the production of a cosmetic meet strict requirements of four parameters : naturalness, of natural origin, organic, and of organic origin. Each of these parameters is rated from 0 to 1 and the true "naturalness" of a given brand's cosmetics is determined on this basis. THE POWER OF AYURVEDA Ayurveda is a scientific field originating from India. It involves maintaining harmony between body and spirit, and in Sanskrit means "science of life". The beginnings of Ayurveda date back to antiquity, and its main principles are used in modern medicine to this day. The main feature of Ayurvedic cosmetics is that they are based on carefully selected compositions of natural herbs. Ayurvedic cosmetics not only help us achieve beautiful skin, but are also perfect for aromatherapy. If you would like to try Ayurvedic cosmetics, but don't know where to start, we have a few suggestions for you. Be sure to try the Indian Ginseng Face Cream , which perfectly nourishes, regenerates and cares for the skin, and its main natural ingredient - Indian ginseng is known for its firming and rejuvenating properties . From body cosmetics based on Ayurveda, we recommend our oils, especially the Sandalwood and Turmeric Body Oil . Thanks to the mixture of natural ingredients , it has antiseptic properties, deeply moisturizes , and when used regularly after bathing, it makes the skin regain a natural, healthy glow. Orientana also has a special line of Ayurvedic hair cosmetics , such as shampoos and conditioners. You can try the soothing Ayurvedic Jasmine and Almond Hair Shampoo with its dedicated Ayurvedic Jasmine and Almond Hair Conditioner . This set will strengthen hair follicles, preventing hair loss , and additionally give hair a beautiful shine and make it easier to comb. NATURAL AND SKIN-FRIENDLY INGREDIENTS The best answer to the question: "why is it worth using natural cosmetics" is: "because they contain natural ingredients" ! These ingredients have no harmful properties for human skin: do not clog pores, they do not disturb the natural lipid barrier, do not cause irritation. That is why it is so important to check the composition of any cosmetic before reaching for it. Many drugstore cosmetics may contain toxic ingredients that may have harmful properties for the skin and even health. Orientana draws on Asian nature , which is why you can find many powerful ingredients in our cosmetics that you will not find in other creams available on the Polish market. Have you ever heard of kokum ? This exotic fruit grows in India and is rich in vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids . It improves skin elasticity, smoothes it and slows down the aging process. You will find it in the Oriental Rich Body Butter with Japanese Rose and Lychee , or in the Body Balm Cube with Jasmine and Green Tea . Among the numerous ingredients, Kali Musli is also worth mentioning. This is one of the oldest plants of Indian Ayurveda, growing in the shady forests of Asia. The root of Kali Musli has a positive effect on health, and especially helps in the treatment of skin diseases, cuts or wounds . Orientana has a whole series of cosmetics based on this beneficial plant. This series is recommended especially for sensitive skin , and it includes, among others , Kali Musli Day Face Cream , Kali Musli Night Face Treatment or Kali Musli Enzymatic Face Peeling. Natural ingredients do not have to be of plant origin. Orientana has a set of cosmetics containing snail slime , which is obtained in a way that does not harm snails. This ingredient is a rich source of collagen, elastin, glycolic acid, vitamins and natural antibiotics. It has excellent anti-aging, regenerative and even helps the skin fight acne. See for yourself its properties by reaching for our Natural Face Cream Snail Slime or Natural Eye Cream Snail Slime. LESS TOXIC INGREDIENTS Another good answer to the question of why it is worth using natural cosmetics is the fact that thanks to this we avoid all the toxic and chemical ingredients that are almost ubiquitous today. Natural cosmetics are made only from natural components, without the content of synthetic chemicals, and all additives, such as preservatives, which you sometimes find in their composition, are fully approved for use and safe for the skin. So what to avoid? SILICONES It is also worth avoiding creams that contain silicones. Their role is to smooth the skin and artificially fill wrinkles, but the effect they offer is short-lived and very superficial. Orientana replaces silicones with natural oils, vegetable butters and anti-aging ingredients , which are not only healthier, but also really regenerate the skin from the inside and out. If you are looking for a good and natural anti-wrinkle and lifting cream, be sure to check out our Natural Vegan Reishi Day Face Cream and Natural Vegan Reishi Night Face Cream for full effect. Both of these creams are based on Reishi, the so-called "longevity mushroom" , which is known for its wide use in cosmetics, and especially for its skin rejuvenating properties . ​

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March 1, 2021

WHICH INGREDIENTS SHOULD YOU CHOOSE FOR SENSITIVE AND IRRITATION-PRONE SKIN?

Do you really know how to take care of your sensitive skin? Are you tired of red and rough skin? Natural cosmetics for the care of sensitive skin , prone to irritation, will allow you to take care of it as it should: moisturize, protect, effectively prevent allergies and redness. All this so that you can enjoy healthy, fully protected, delicate and properly cared for skin with special care needs. Sensitive skin, prone to irritation, requires intensive hydration and thoughtful care, which is often a real challenge. Only natural cosmetics for sensitive skin will help you with this. What to remember when caring for sensitive and irritation-prone skin? In order to ensure proper and effective care for delicate and irritation-prone skin, use cosmetics with simple ingredients, i.e. without any dyes, chemical additives or fragrances. Only then will you feel the difference and avoid skin irritations. Natural cosmetics for skin care with special needs are a very good choice in such situations. The basic rule is to use only natural emollients that support the skin care process, deeply moisturize dry skin and effectively prevent allergies. They are the ones that prevent disruption of the skin's water balance and create an appropriate barrier for sensitive skin. The second important element of sensitive skin care is that the pH of the cosmetic is adjusted to the natural pH of the skin. Did you know that increased stress, temperature rise and even UV radiation can cause your skin to become irritated? Then it is worth using not only natural cosmetics , but also protective cosmetics to protect the skin from UV radiation. What substances in cosmetics should you avoid to enjoy beautiful skin, properly cared for and not to worry about irritation? Avoid cosmetics that contain: ethanol, bleaching substances, keratolytic substances, high concentrations of active ingredients, preservatives, dyes, paraffin, perfumed compositions, SLES and SLS. How to read cosmetic labels for sensitive skin? Knowing what are the unwanted ingredients in cosmetics will help you make an effective decision about which cosmetics for sensitive skin care to choose for yourself. In this simple way , you will not only increase your knowledge about which ingredients to avoid, but also start making better choices . You will see the difference in using cosmetics almost immediately and you will certainly appreciate the richness of natural cosmetics . In the case of creams , the most important ingredients are often listed first. You can recognize natural cosmetics by the fact that they have a very simple, all-natural composition. You will not find any unwanted substances in the composition of such cosmetics . Kali Musli cosmetics series – why is it worth choosing cosmetics from this series for yourself? How many times have you been looking for a very gentle and fully natural cosmetic for your sensitive skin , so that you never have to worry about irritation again? The series of cosmetics with the plant ingredient Kali Musli solves this problem. It helps in effective care of even the most sensitive and irritation-prone skin . Kali Musli is one of the oldest plants used in Ayurvedic medicine. Controlled cultivation of Kali Musli is located on special plains in India and Malaysia. It is from there, from the shady forests of Asia and from the central Himalayas , that Orientana obtains the Kali Musli plant for the production of natural cosmetics intended for the care of sensitive and irritation-prone skin . Discover the natural power of care with cosmetics from the Kali Musli series Do you know what makes the Kali Musli series so unique? It is a wealth of natural botanical ingredients that will nourish your skin , moisturize it properly and effectively protect it from irritation. You will find glycosides, polysaccharides, fats, xylose and glucuronic acid here. The enzymatic peeling with Kali Musli is recommended for daily care of sensitive skin . First of all, because it is a fully natural cosmetic that perfectly exfoliates the epidermis and supports the process of its reconstruction. It soothes all irritations on the skin 's surface and hyperreactivity . In the right way , it moisturizes the skin and brightens discolorations on the skin's surface . Ayurvedic cosmetics such as enzymatic peeling effectively reduce skin irritations . Kali Musli is an adaptogenic plant. What does that mean? It means that it secretes special ingredients that have a beneficial effect on the skin , making it more vital. Did you know that in Ayurvedic medicine, this plant is ground and then applied to the affected area for medicinal purposes? Kali Musli is a plant that has been used for a very long time in Indian Ayurveda. The plant very effectively protects human and sensitive skin from irritation . It has anti-inflammatory effects and is used for itching and all skin diseases . It also has another use: it is used to heal wounds and problems related to the digestive and respiratory systems faster . The most valuable ingredients in cosmetics for sensitive skin care are : shea butter , coconut oil, Kali Musli, grape seed oil, jojoba oil, fatty acids, vitamin B5, phospholipids, avocado oil. Summary: which natural cosmetics to choose for sensitive skin ? Is your skin full of redness that looks unsightly? The Kali Musli spot concentrate covering redness from the Kali Musli series will help you reduce these symptoms . Are you curious how it works? First of all, it effectively reduces the visibility of blood vessels and eliminates all redness on the skin surface . This means that it is a cosmetic that will help you reduce acne scars and skin discolorations . On the other hand, the active ingredient Kali Musli, together with the other ingredients in this concentrate, reduces skin irritation . It is also a great cosmetic that you can treat as a base for makeup. If you are wondering what natural cosmetic to choose for daily facial care of sensitive skin, Kali Musli day face cream will be the perfect choice. Its task is to improve and make vascular skin more elastic. The complex of active ingredients makes the skin properly moisturized, fresh and very soft, and this is a simple recipe for healthy and young-looking skin. The day cream smoothes the skin's surface, eliminates redness and strengthens resistance to external factors. It is also a cosmetic that you can treat as a base for makeup. What other natural cosmetics do we recommend for sensitive skin? First of all, it is the natural micellar liquid for make-up removal and skin cleansing Kali Musli , thanks to which you can very easily and thoroughly cleanse your face skin from make-up. It is so gentle that you can use it on very delicate eye skin. It removes even waterproof mascara very well and effectively soothes any redness.

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January 3, 2021

WHAT IS YOUR SKIN TYPE? WE DISCUSS SKIN TYPES AND THEIR SPECIFICITY!

MATURE SKIN Mature skin, contrary to what one might think, is not a skin type defined by age. Although it is most common in people over 45, it is sometimes found in young people as well. Mature skin is a skin type that is characterized by a visible loss of firmness, a large number of wrinkles, and a tendency to lose water. Cosmetics designed for the care of such skin focus primarily on its: hydration flexibility smoothing regeneration. ACNE SKIN Acne skin is the most problematic type of skin. It is characterized by a tendency to recurring skin changes (pimples, blackheads, etc.) and can therefore cause a lot of trouble. The key to acne skin care is the use of gentle, natural cosmetics with antibacterial properties, which soothe inflammation and regulate sebum secretion. It is also very important to constantly cleanse such skin, this will prevent clogging of the sebaceous glands and the formation of pimples. DRY SKIN Dry skin is very easy to recognize, because it is characterized by reduced sebum secretion. This makes it dry, rough, tense and dull, and additionally it quickly loses firmness and wrinkles become visible. Therefore, dry skin needs careful care aimed mainly at intensive moisturizing and preventing water loss through the epidermis and stimulating regenerative processes. A good moisturizing cream is a base, but it is also worth reaching for nourishing masks and hydro treatments. COMBINATION SKIN Combination skin is usually a combination of two skin types: oily and dry. This makes it quite a challenge when it comes to care, as it tends to become both excessively oily and dry, and as a result, it needs cosmetics with multi-faceted effects. The best choice for combination skin will therefore be natural cosmetics containing ingredients such as ginger, lemongrass or turmeric, including moisturizing creams, fine-grained peels and moisturizing-normalizing masks. OILY SKIN Oily skin is a skin type that can be recognized by an unnatural and unsightly shine to the face, its characteristic feature is also visible blackheads and enlarged pores. The best for the care of this type of skin are natural cosmetics normalizing the activity of sebaceous glands and reducing their sebum secretion. In addition, oily skin also requires regular and thorough cleansing of the face using enzymatic peels. SKIN WITH DISCOLORATIONS Skin with discolorations is characterized by uneven skin tone and the frequent appearance of unsightly spots on the face - this is the result of overproduction of pigment cells, which cause uneven distribution of pigment in the skin. Skin with discolorations is very problematic, but it can be dealt with using natural cosmetics with a high content of highly concentrated papaya extract. We especially recommend papaya face wash gel and papaya bio mask-essence - they regulate melanin production and effectively whiten discolorations. SENSITIVE SKIN Sensitive skin is prone to irritation – all it takes is the wrong cosmetic or a sudden change in temperature, and the skin immediately becomes red and chapped. This type of skin is difficult to care for, because it requires a lot of care and gentleness, but it can be tamed by using light, natural cosmetics with a high content of valuable nutrients. They will help minimize the tendency of sensitive skin to irritation and improve its overall condition.

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January 3, 2021

HOW TO CHOOSE NATURAL COSMETICS FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

HOW TO DEAL WITH SENSITIVE SKIN? It is worth realizing that sensitive skin is a term that is outside the classification typical for the current division into dry, combination and oily skin. It can apply to any of these skin types. There are women who use a small amount of cosmetics, do not take special care of their skin, put on make-up in two minutes and yet their skin glows, is smooth and has a uniform color. We all know such lucky people. Unfortunately, there are also people for whom every change of cosmetic causes the appearance of pimples, inflammation, red spots or immediate dryness or even peeling of the epidermis on the face. Such situations appear from the beginning of the adventure with skin care or begin at a certain point. It is difficult to determine what specific factors may have an impact on this. At the beginning, you should definitely take care to exclude skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, rosacea or diagnosable allergies. If it turns out that skin hypersensitivity is not caused by any of the typical diseases, the only thing left is to select products by testing, trial and error. Using natural cosmetics may pose less risk to sensitive skin than using commonly available chemical cosmetics. ARE THERE INGREDIENTS THAT SHOULD BE ELIMINATED? Although there is a lot of talk about the harmfulness of chemical ingredients in cosmetics, those with sensitive skin still like to buy products that are labeled as suitable for their skin, but they do not read the ingredients. Ingredients such as: strong chemical preservatives, thickeners, PEGs, mineral oils, other petroleum derivatives, phthalates, synthetic flavors, formaldehyde can definitely increase the risk of skin hypersensitivity reactions. Such substances are not recommended for children's skin or pregnant women, and allergic reactions can even occur on healthy and resistant skin, so in the case of sensitive skin, this is very likely. When buying natural cosmetics, we have a guarantee that the listed ingredients should not be present in them. However, you should always read the full composition of the product. WHICH COSMETICS CAN CAUSE HYPERSENSITIVITY? It is unlikely that natural cosmetics will cause skin hypersensitivity. However, considering the common allergies of today, even food or inhalant, which concern natural products such as: honey, nuts, carrot, grass pollen, birch pollen. You need to keep this in mind when choosing natural cosmetics for sensitive skin. However, it is worth realizing that what someone is allergic to in food does not have to be allergic in a face cream, and besides, such an allergy stops after discontinuing the use of a given ingredient. However, it can be said with certainty that the ingredients of conventional drugstore cosmetics such as: chemical preservatives, fragrances, dyes, detergents will contribute to the occurrence of sensitive skin. Skin constantly bombarded with such irritants will not be able to defend itself effectively and the protective skin barrier will eventually be defeated. From that moment on, various types of hypersensitivity reactions will begin and then discontinuing one cosmetic with an allergenic ingredient will no longer help, but the skin will have to be rebuilt. Therefore, it is worth using natural cosmetics in everyday care, even if the skin is not sensitive. WHAT FACTORS HELP REDUCE SKIN HYPERSENSITIVITY? proper care with natural cosmetics diet – rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, avoiding preservatives and highly processed products, sweets, fast food and ready meals proper hydration of the body – preferably with water, also boiled, herbal teas, avoiding carbonated drinks, coffee and black tea limiting exposure to sunlight, strong wind and frost clean air without exhaust fumes, cigarette smoke and smog - difficult-to-avoid pollution can be eliminated by using appropriate creams that create a barrier on the skin that prevents particles from penetrating an adequate amount of sleep per day avoiding stress when bathing or showering, the right water temperature – too hot causes the skin to dry out IS IT POSSIBLE TO PERFORM GENTLE BUT EFFECTIVE MAKE-UP REMOVAL AND CLEANSING OF SENSITIVE SKIN? Remnants of makeup, excess sebum and impurities can be effectively and gently removed using the power of plants, whose extracts, essences and oils are found in natural cosmetics. In order not to irritate the skin, it is worth choosing natural cosmetics for makeup removal, which will provide gentle treatment for sensitive skin, but at the same time will be able to dissolve makeup residues so that they can be easily removed without rubbing the skin hard with a cotton pad. These will definitely be natural cosmetics based on oils. FOR INDEPENDENT PREPARATION: Makeup remover oil Ingredients: Grape seed oil 45g Glyceryl cocoate 5g A few drops of original rose oil Small dark glass bottle Execution: Pour the ingredients carefully into the bottle and shake several times to combine them well. CAN YOU MAKE A PEELING FOR SENSITIVE SKIN AT HOME? Irritated and reddened skin can cause a lot of trouble when it comes to choosing even natural cosmetics that will effectively remove dead skin cells and even out the skin. You definitely can't use a scrub more often than once a week. If the scrub is to contain abrasive particles, they should be of the highest quality and natural origin. It's good if, in addition to the particles, the scrub also contains plant extracts and oils that will care for sensitive skin and make it smooth and moisturized after use, not tight, dry and susceptible to damage. Many natural cosmetics can be prepared in the comfort of your home. In the case of sensitive skin, it is important to choose an ingredient that will be good for a given person and will not irritate. Recipe for a universal cleansing mask for sensitive skin Ingredients: 1 tablespoon finely ground oat flakes 1 tablespoon almond flour half a medium-sized banana half a tablespoon of vegetable glycerin 1 small spoon of jojoba oil 10 drops of liquid vitamin E Preparation: All ingredients should be blended into a smooth paste. The finished mask should be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of 5 days. Facial toners can also be used as natural cosmetics that gently remove dead skin. Simply massage the skin with a delicate washcloth soaked in a properly selected preparation. CAN TONIC HELP? Toners will soothe irritations, moisturize the skin and remove residues left after make-up removal. It is worth remembering that many drugstore toners or hydrolates contain alcohol or other substances that are not conducive to the care of sensitive skin. It is worth buying such natural cosmetics that have really good recipes. For example, the excellent Japanese Rose and Pandan Toner will have a soothing effect on the skin. You can also prepare a soothing toner yourself, but it will require a little effort. Ingredients: half a glass of scented geranium flower water 4 tablespoons dried chamomile florets 4 tablespoons of organic aloe vera gel 4 tablespoons of vodka 40 drops of Roman chamomile oil 16 drops of geranium oil Preparation: The flower water should be slowly brought to a boil in a small pot. Then the pot should be removed from the heat, the chamomile baskets should be placed in it, covered with a lid and left to cool. The mixture, cooled to room temperature, should be strained and poured into a sterilized dark glass bottle. The remaining ingredients should be added to the bottle and shaken until all the components have combined. The tonic is best stored in a dark and cool place and used within 50 days. WILL NATURAL COSMETICS PROTECT AND MOISTURIZE SENSITIVE SKIN? People with sensitive skin often want to get it back in good condition as quickly as possible and expect immediate results from natural cosmetics. Such a quick smoothing effect can be provided by substances that temporarily smooth the skin's surface or soothe redness, but after washing them off, the problem will return with double the force. Therefore, it is better to choose natural cosmetics, whose ingredients may be slower, but will effectively rebuild the skin's natural protective functions and allow it to regenerate enough for the symptoms of hypersensitivity to pass. It is worth choosing natural cosmetics whose composition we will personally check and, in addition to the manufacturer's declaration on the packaging that the product is good for sensitive skin, in the detailed INCI composition we will find the desired ingredients and we will not find dyes, artificial preservatives and fragrances as well as strongly foaming detergents. Ingredients that will be good for sensitive skin care in natural cosmetics include: butter, oils, honey, milk, vitamin E, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, The latter ingredient can be found in a small number of cosmetics due to the very high cost of obtaining the raw material (saffron is the most expensive spice in the world!) and the need to properly compose a recipe for natural cosmetics. For sensitive skin, the Rich Cream with Saffron Kumkumadi and Hydrotherapy with Saffron Kumkumadi, which soothe redness and help rebuild skin protection, are ideal. It is always beneficial to first try a cream from a sample or tester, although a hypersensitivity reaction may only appear after using the cosmetic on the whole face. As mentioned, it is better to use natural cosmetics, in which the risk will be much lower. Exceptionally thin and delicate sensitive skin needs rescue in the form of modern natural cosmetics, which are not only rich in nourishing ingredients, but are also produced taking into account the latest scientific research, which supports the comfort of users. In home care with natural cosmetics, you can try to prepare a healing cream-ointment, which will help save the complexion in extreme cases. Ingredients: 4 tablespoons of olive oil with marigold 4 tablespoons of castor oil 4 teaspoons of crushed beeswax 2 teaspoons of liquid vitamin E 10 drops of carrot seed oil 10 drops of helichrysum oil Preparation: Olive oil, oil and beeswax should be poured into a glass container and heated in a water bath until the wax is completely dissolved and a uniform consistency is achieved. Vitamin E and carrot and helichrysum oils should be mixed separately and the resulting liquid should be quickly poured into the hot mixture prepared earlier. After thoroughly mixing the ingredients, you need to wait for the ointment to cool down. If we see that the skin is starting to react with hypersensitivity, we should act immediately. It is worth putting aside popular drugstore cosmetics and taking an interest in natural cosmetics , which will be the best solution and a guarantee that the skin will be able to regenerate quickly and similar problems will not occur in the future.

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January 3, 2021

WHICH NATURAL COSMETICS ARE BEST FOR DRY SKIN

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF DRY SKIN Dry skin should be moisturized not only with cosmetics, but also from the inside, it is very important to drink large amounts of water. Dry skin requires special care because it is also delicate and very susceptible to wrinkles and sagging. Dry skin simply ages faster. It does not like too many treatments that irritate it and discipline it to work properly. It also reacts very strongly to chemicals in cosmetics. Therefore, the best solution for it will be natural cosmetics . Recognizing dry skin is not too difficult. It is characterized by a gray color, roughness to the touch, as well as periodic exfoliation and often visible blood vessels. Dry skin produces less sebum - a lubricating substance, rich in lipids thanks to which the skin maintains a good level of moisture. In other words, "fat" helps the skin retain water. Dry skin very rarely has a genetic basis. It is usually dry due to improper care and the use of too many detergents and surface chemicals for care, which is why it is important for people with this skin to switch to natural cosmetics in their care. Dry skin also often appears during menopause, which is the result of reduced activity of the sebaceous glands. Our skin dries out quickly in the winter, when we stay in rooms heated by central heating. The humidity in such rooms drops by half then, not without reason our grandmothers put special containers with water on radiators, which were intended to humidify the air in the apartment. Air conditioning also has a very negative effect on our skin, causing it to dry out periodically. Offices and work spaces are usually air-conditioned. On dry and hot days, it is worth having natural tonics at hand during work, whether it is Jasmine and Green Tea, or Japanese Rose and Pandan. Thanks to the atomizer, they are easy to use and it is worth spraying your face with them from time to time. There is no need to worry about your makeup, as a light mist will give it a light and natural look without compromising its durability. DRY SKIN – WHICH INGREDIENTS IN COSMETICS TO AVOID AND WHICH TO CHOOSE In cosmetics, avoid alcohol and irritants, and focus on moisturizing ingredients. Oily skin will not lose water. When washing your face, do not use regular soap, and treat gel soap as forbidden. They usually contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Sodium Laureth Sulfate - cheap, but very irritating detergents. You should also not wash your face with chlorinated water. It is best to use boiled water. Chlorine irritates and dries the skin very much. Also, avoid regular moisturizing creams. Standard ones are not sufficient for dry skin, and additionally they usually contain paraffin, which will effectively block the skin. In dry skin care, avoid retinoids, they are too aggressive for such delicate skin and can irritate it. Do not decide to use salicylic acid on your own. It may turn out to be very inappropriate for thin skin. Dry skin is very demanding and very reactive to chemical ingredients. Those with such skin should only use natural cosmetics. They offer a wealth of active ingredients that, while having a repairing or strongly moisturizing effect, will not negatively affect the natural functions of the skin in any way. The most effective ones include: Snail slime Ginseng – Korean Ginseng Ashwagandha Saffron Papaya Japanese rose Dry skin requires good lubrication, which will replenish the lack of lipids in the skin. Lubrication is key here, because only a lubricated epidermis will stop the release of moisture from the skin and its drying. We should use moisturizing cosmetics at night. Let's switch to moisturizing natural cosmetics created on the basis of oils and butters. They have a light consistency and can be used during the day, but they also have a moisturizing effect recommended for dry skin. It is worth reaching for a face oil and rich creams based on butters and vegetable oils. A very good method of moisturizing dry skin is to use the Natural Silk Face Mask Ginkgo Biloba and Aloe or Snail Slime, they are especially suitable for dry, mature skin because they fight the lack of skin elasticity and wrinkles. People with younger but dry skin can also use these sheet masks. Let's not forget about proper cleansing of dry skin - we remove makeup with oil, and once a week we use a peeling. It is best to use a peeling based on lubricants such as shea butter. Deeper cleansing is possible with a clay mask dedicated specifically for dry skin, preferably mixed with oils, such as the Natural Almond and Saffron Clay Mask. Then we will not dry out the skin, which can happen with clay mixed with water. In the summer, natural cosmetics necessary for the care of dry skin are tonics and mists. You can also use thermal water in a spray, but it is worth choosing Orientana tonics because they are full of plant extracts and additionally strengthen the skin. Dry skin will also benefit from an oil massage once a week. DRY SKIN CARE – SELECTION OF NATURAL COSMETICS AND COSMETIC ROUTINE MORNING CARE After gently washing your face with the Japanese Gourdlina Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam, apply the Japanese Rose and Pandan Natural Face Tonic. In the summer, pat in the Saffron Hydro Treatment, and when you need something more substantial, the Sandalwood and Turmeric Face Cream or the Indian Ginseng Face Cream. For very dry skin, apply the Barhmi Bio Serum & Hyaluronic Acid under the cream. Don't forget about your eyes. If you have a small number of wrinkles and are just protecting yourself from them, pat in the Natural Complex Bio Eye Cream Illuminating - Ultra-Moisturizing. If you have to fight wrinkles, we recommend the Natural Eye Cream with Snail Slime or the Natural Complex Bio Eye Cream Regenerating - Rejuvenating. EVENING CARE – removing makeup with Nourishing Neem Organic Makeup Removal Oil – washing off the remaining oil and impurities with the Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam Japanese Gourdlina or, in case of more severe skin contamination, using the Natural Face Wash Gel with Rice Particles Aloe and Jasmine – massaging in Japanese Rose and Saffron facial oil, patting in a nourishing face cream, here we can choose from: Rich Cream with Saffron (for discolorations), Cream with snail slime, Cream with Ashwagandha or Sandalwood and Turmeric Face Cream. In summer, use the Korean Ginseng Bio Mask-Essence at night (for dry and mature skin) or the Papaya and Turmeric Bio Mask-Essence (for skin with discoloration). Once a week you should exfoliate your face with the Natural Creamy Papaya and Indian Ginseng Exfoliation, once a week you can also cleanse your skin more thoroughly with the Natural Almond and Saffron Clay Mask. Sheet masks are invaluable in the care of dry skin. In the summer you can even use them every day. The best will be the Natural Silk Face Mask Snail Slime and the Natural Silk Face Mask Ginkgo Biloba and Aloe. YOU CAN MAKE YOUR OWN NATURAL COSMETICS AT HOME. HERE ARE A FEW RECIPES. AVOCADO MOISTURIZING MASK You need: 1 avocado 2 teaspoons of yogurt 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon of honey Blend avocado with yogurt, olive oil and honey. Apply the paste to a well-cleansed face. After 20 minutes, wash off with warm water. PAPAYA MASK You need: 1 beaten egg white ½ cup of blended papaya 1 teaspoon of honey Combine ingredients to obtain a thick paste. Apply to a well-cleansed face. After 20 minutes, wash off with warm water. FACE WASH OIL You need: 1 teaspoon coconut oil. A damp clean cloth soaked in hot water Massage a teaspoon of coconut oil into your face and leave on for about half a minute. Then place a hot wet cloth on your face for another half a minute. After that time, remove the remaining oil with a cloth until your skin is clean.

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January 3, 2021

WHICH COSMETICS ARE FOR NORMAL SKIN?

HOW TO RECOGNIZE NORMAL SKIN? Normal skin is the most balanced and the least common type of skin in adults. How can you recognize it? It is firm, smooth, well-vascularized, adequately moisturized, and free of discolorations and skin imperfections, so it always looks fresh and radiant. Such skin is a treasure. Although normal skin does not cause problems on a daily basis, contrary to appearances, it also requires care. If we neglect it, we will have to say goodbye to it. WHAT DOES NORMAL SKIN NEED? Normal skin care focuses on maintaining the skin's proper balance, rather than restoring it to its proper balance. For this purpose, we will need three natural cosmetics: natural peeling tonic face cream. However, it is worth choosing these products wisely. First of all, let's not reach for better natural cosmetics if we want real effects. Let's rather choose cosmetics for normal skin intended for the care of this specific type of skin. SHOULD PEOPLE WITH NORMAL SKIN USE PEELING? Absolutely! Normal skin needs regular cleansing to maintain a healthy condition, so at least once a week you should exfoliate the epidermis with a natural scrub. Remember, however, that in the case of this type of skin, very deep cleansing is not necessary, so it is worth choosing a natural scrub with a moderate effect, which will treat our skin with the right amount of gentleness. A good choice would be, for example, a natural face scrub creamy papaya and Indian ginseng. WHICH TONIC IS SUITABLE FOR NORMAL SKIN? Cleansing the skin always slightly disturbs its pH, so after a natural peeling it is necessary to use a toner, which will restore the skin's proper acidity level. The toner will also prepare the skin for the next treatment, i.e. application of a face cream or other natural cosmetics, stabilizing its hydrolipid barrier. Toner is one of the most important cosmetics for normal skin , so we should definitely find a place for it in our cosmetic bag. The best choice in this case will be the natural jasmine and green tea facial tonic. WHICH FACE CREAM IS BEST FOR NORMAL SKIN? When choosing a face cream from a wide range of cosmetics for normal skin, it is essential to pay attention to its composition. Let's reach only for natural cosmetics, free from chemicals that could cause unnecessary irritation. Instead, the face cream should contain a wealth of plant extracts that will take care of proper nourishment of the skin and maintain its condition in balance. The sandalwood and turmeric face cream is ideal for this, a deeply nourishing preparation recommended by many lovers of natural cosmetics. If you are looking for good cosmetics for normal skin, this should be your first choice.

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January 3, 2021

WHAT NATURAL COSMETICS TO CHOOSE FOR OILY SKIN

HOW TO RECOGNIZE OILY SKIN There are many myths and irregularities in the care of oily skin, also known as seborrheic skin. We will try to bring this topic closer to you in order to provide full cosmetic knowledge that will help prevent and control the symptoms of oily skin. Most conventional cosmetics for oily skin are full of chemical ingredients. Oily skin is capricious and does not like chemicals. Drugstore cosmetics dedicated to oily skin contain alcohol. It is supposed to dry out oily skin on the surface, but when used for a long time, it is harmful and causes severe drying of the skin, which still produces sebum. The problem of oily skin will not be solved by using conventional face wash gels and liquids containing strong detergents such as SLS / SLES / ALS. They cause skin disorders and often lead to inflammation, manifested by itching, among other things. People with oily skin should therefore avoid conventional cleansers and replace them with natural face wash cosmetics without detergents. Oily skin is not only a problem for teenagers, but also for people of mature age. This is due to environmental pollution, constant skin contact with omnipresent chemicals, hormonal changes and a stressful lifestyle. Diet often has an impact on the complexion. Too many sweets and hot spices of chemical origin cause oily skin and problems with inflammation in the form of red spots. Our dermoconsultants will help you recognize oily skin during dermoconsultations. You can find out where such dermoconsultations take place from the information published on our Facebook page. During the dermoconsultation, our specialist not only examines the skin but also asks questions that will help determine the skin type after analyzing it. Natural cosmetics will be a perfect solution to the problems of oily skin. We can also recognize oily skin ourselves. It has an earthy, grayish color with a yellow tint. It is thick, has enlarged pores and visible blackheads. It is often covered with inflammation, small wounds and lumps. It may have pimples of bacterial origin, acne or fungal infections. Oily skin shines due to excessive sebum production. It is not afraid of winter, but looks worse in summer. Remember, however, that excessive sebum secretion may be caused by genetics, a poor diet and a poor metabolism. Hormonal changes, stress, some medications and an inactive lifestyle can also cause the skin to become very oily. PROPER CARE OF OILY SKIN – NATURAL COSMETICS AND THEIR ACTIVE INGREDIENTS Proper care of oily skin involves using the right active ingredients found in natural cosmetics. The best plant-based ingredients for oily skin care are: Neem (Indian Neem) Turmeric Philippine algae Mulberry Aloe Tea tree In case of severe symptoms of oily skin, severe inflammation and acne scars, you should consider using cosmetics with snail slime. The best choice here will be Bio Mask Essence Snail Slime and Mask made of natural silk Snail Slime. Orientana natural cosmetics offer lines with snail slime with the highest degree of naturalness on the Polish market. The above active ingredients guarantee antibacterial, anti-inflammatory effects, regulate sebum secretion and soothe the skin. Those with oily skin should remember that only systematic use of cosmetics with active substances will give the desired effects. In addition, it is important to ensure the synergistic effect of natural cosmetics, the purpose of which is to improve the condition of oily skin. Therefore, it is best to use one cosmetic brand for seborrheic skin, so that the subsequent steps in care are combined and do not interfere with each other's actions. STEPS IN DAILY CARE WITH NATURAL COSMETICS FOR OILY SKIN Morning care washing off sebum residues with the Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam Japanese Gourdlina use of Neem and Citron Natural Facial Toner Applying Neem & Tulsi Natural Bio Face Serum (if rejuvenation is required) applying Mulberry and Licorice Face Cream Or a lighter Hydrotherapy with Turmeric TUMERIC make-up application (we recommend make-up with natural cosmetics) Evening care removing makeup with Nourishing Neem Bio Makeup Removal Oil washing off the remnants of oil and sebum with the Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam Japanese Gourdlina or, in case of more severe skin contamination, use the Natural Face Wash Gel with Rice Particles Aloe and Papaya applying Philippine Algae Bio Mask-Essence You can apply the Rich Turmeric Cream TUMERIC on the Bio Mask -Essence Once a week, you should exfoliate your face with the Philippine Algae and Green Tea Natural Gel Face Exfoliation. For skin that requires firming, every other day, under the cream, use the Sandalwood and Turmeric Natural Face Oil, which you massage into your face. Such a massage will beautifully stimulate the skin to act and the nutrients will be better absorbed. Once a week after peeling, apply the Natural Silk Face Mask with Philippine Algae and Aloe For very contaminated skin, after peeling you should apply the Natural Mask with Neem Clay and Tea Tree. It is important to remember that washing your face with regular soap is very harmful to oily skin. You should also not mechanically squeeze out all the pimples, blackheads and lumps. It is very easy to damage the skin and lead to deep infections. Oily vimba tolerates hot summers very poorly. Here are some of the most important tips on how to control oily skin in summer: don't forget about sun protection perform a skin massage with an ice cube made of green tea, cucumber water or lemon juice try to avoid makeup, give your skin a rest during the holidays don't forget to exfoliate your skin Natural cosmetics based on gel will be the best solution on hot days, it is best to cool them in the fridge - this will give even better effects! NATURAL COSMETICS FOR OILY SKIN, HOME MADE We can take care of oily skin with natural cosmetics made by ourselves. However, we should stick to the principle that the fruits, vegetables and herbs we use should have a proven origin and should preferably be from our own garden or an organic store. We should not use raw materials from supermarkets because there we will buy fruits, vegetables and herbs heavily soaked in chemicals. We should also remember that such a home cosmetic is not protected against bacteria and should be used immediately. It should not be stored for longer than 24 hours. Below are a few easy recipes. TURMERIC AND LEMON MASK • Two tablespoons of potato flour • A teaspoon of lemon juice • Half a teaspoon of ground turmeric • Two teaspoons of yogurt Mix all ingredients, apply to cleansed face, rinse with warm water after 20 minutes. PROTEIN, CUCUMBER AND GREEN TEA MASK • 1 egg white • ½ cucumber • A few green tea leaves (can be dried) • A teaspoon of lemon juice Mix all ingredients in a blender, refrigerate for 5 minutes and apply to face. After 15 minutes, wash off with warm water. OAT FLAKES MASK • Half a cup of oatmeal • 1 teaspoon of honey Pour warm water over the petals until a mass is created, add honey, massage the mask into the skin of the face. After 5 minutes, wash off with warm water. HOMEMADE PEELING FOR OILY SKIN • 1/3 cup of white rice (soak in warm water for an hour) • ½ teaspoon of turmeric • Small aloe leaf (preferably in your own pot) • Tomato fields (preferably organic or from your own garden) Strain the rice, beat it hard and rub it in a stone bowl so that it crumbles into small pieces. Peel the aloe leaf, cut it into pieces and rub it in a stone bowl. Chop the tomato. Mix all the ingredients, add the turmeric. Massage the resulting paste into your face and leave for 20 minutes. Then wash it off. You can also remove makeup and wash your face with natural cosmetics made at home. You can use regular olive oil to remove makeup. You can wash off the remaining oil with a mixture of milk and ground orange peel. HOMEMADE CLEANSING FLUID FOR OILY SKIN – MILK AND ORANGE PEEL 4 tablespoons of raw milk 1 teaspoon grated orange peel (organic only) Combine milk with peel. Soak a cotton pad and wash your face with the liquid.

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January 3, 2021

HOW TO EFFECTIVELY FIGHT ACNE WITH NATURAL COSMETICS

WHAT FACTORS AFFECT THE FORMATION OF ACNE It might seem that the problem of acne only affects young people, but over 70% of the population between the ages of 11 and 30 struggle with the problem of skin imperfections. There are many reasons for the development of acne and the first step in the fight for beautiful skin should be to determine the source of the problem, i.e. the reason why imperfections do not want to leave us. The most common cause of acne is the incomplete cleansing of the skin from everyday impurities, such as sebum, dust or remnants of makeup, which clog the outlets of hair follicles in our skin, resulting in imperfections. The Natural Cleansing Ritual is great for thorough facial cleansing, which includes Nourishing Bio Makeup Remover Oil with Neem, which will dissolve impurities that remain on our skin after the whole day, and the Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam from Japan, will wash away the remnants of oil, thanks to which our skin will be thoroughly cleansed. Frequent touching of the face also causes the transfer of impurities and various bacteria from the hands to the skin, which also contributes to the formation of imperfections, mainly on the jawline or forehead. It is worth paying attention to whether we do not do this, because this problem will be easiest for us to eliminate. Another cause of skin changes is a bad diet. Excess sugar or hot spices promote the formation of ugly changes on our skin, but preservatives have the worst effect. It is worth taking care of your diet if you dream of radiant skin without imperfections. All you need to do is eliminate sweets, carbonated drinks and fast food from your diet and add natural cosmetics to it, and you will quickly notice not only beneficial changes in your figure, but also in the appearance of your complexion. Excess stress not only destroys our skin but also our health, so let's make sure to limit it as much as we can. Let's find a moment during the day, just for ourselves, to relax or have a home spa with natural cosmetics . Putting on your favorite music and relaxing after a long day with a face mask, e.g. Philippine Algae and Aloe Natural Silk Mask, will help not only us, but also our skin. The most difficult thing to win the fight against acne is if its basis comes from hormonal imbalance. Acne caused by hormonal problems is different from traditional acne because it is located deep in the skin, is painful and can last for several months! If you suspect that your acne is hormonal, you should first go to a dermatologist and an endocrinologist, because it is usually the thyroid that plays such unpleasant tricks on us. WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF ACNE Not all acne are the same, so to fight it effectively, we must first know the enemy well. There are many types of acne, but it is easiest to divide it into: Non-inflammatory acne – these are comedones that can be closed, in the form of white dots, or open, in the form of black dots – also called blackheads. Inflammatory acne – it is formed when the wall of the hair follicle (in the middle of which the blackhead is located) is torn. This usually happens when we try to squeeze out small imperfections appearing on our skin, damaging its structure and facilitating access for impurities and bacteria, as a result of which the “innocent” blackheads turn into pimples that are harder to deal with. WHAT NATURAL INGREDIENTS TO LOOK FOR IN COSMETICS FOR ACNE SKIN? Acne skin needs to be cared for delicately, because too much exposure to strong detergents will worsen its condition, because we will dry the skin too much, as a result of which it will become more oily and the acne problem will worsen, therefore the best solution will be to reach for natural cosmetics, which have a strong effect, while remaining gentle to our skin. However, what ingredients should we look for in the composition to effectively fight our greatest enemy? The best choice are natural cosmetics that contain ingredients such as: Turmeric Sandalwood Neem Green Tea Kaolin Clay Philippine Algae Snail Slime When taking care of acne-prone skin, the most important step in the entire care is thorough and gentle cleansing of the skin. Remember to remove makeup well! Exfoliation of dead skin is very important, because the remaining skin will block the outlets of hair follicles, thus contributing to an increase in the number of blackheads and pimples. If acne with severe inflammation bothers us the most, we must avoid cleansing products that contain a lot of sharp particles in their composition, so that exfoliation does not spread purulent lesions to healthy skin areas. Remember to use an appropriate toner after cleansing the skin to balance the skin's pH level. When caring for acne-prone skin with natural cosmetics, we cannot forget about proper skin hydration! Lack of proper hydration will cause it to be excessively dry, it will start to defend itself by producing more and more sebum, as a result of which acne lesions on our skin will increase. It is worth enriching the care of acne-prone skin with natural cosmetics, including masks with anti-inflammatory properties, such as the Natural Mask of Ginger and Lemongrass Clay, and in the case of oily skin – the Natural Mask of Neem and Tea Tree Clay, as well as natural cosmetics that can be applied topically, directly to the skin, such as the Hydrotherapy with Turmeric. WHAT DOES EVERYDAY CARE FOR ACNE SKIN LOOK LIKE? Morning care: cleansing the skin in the morning is just as important as in the evening, which is why we cannot skip this step! At night, our skin produces sebum, sweats and dust settles on it, which is why we cannot proceed to further care without proper cleansing in the morning. Among the natural cosmetics available for cleansing, the best one is the Moisturizing Bio Foam for Washing the Face Gurdlina Japońska. use a face toner, for combination skin – Natural Ginger and Lemongrass Face Toner, for oily skin – Natural Neem and Lemon Face Toner apply the Natural Bio Serum for the face Neem & Tulsi to your face, it has strong anti-inflammatory properties, so it is great for problematic skin, it will also reduce sebum secretion and help soothe irritations. for the day the cream should be lighter to avoid the skin from shining, therefore Hydro-Cure with Turmeric is a great solution. Its light consistency absorbs quickly, it can also be used locally, also for inflammation, but it is also perfect as a base for make-up! Evening care: removing makeup using Nourishing Neem Organic Makeup Removal Oil washing off the remnants of oil with the help of the Moisturizing Bio Foam for Washing the Face of the Japanese Gourdlina or the Natural Aloe and Papaya Face Washing Gel with rice particles - its particles are very delicate, and the papaya present in the composition of the gel will help us with discolorations remaining on the skin after acne, tone the skin with your favorite natural facial toner, in the case of combination skin Natural Ginger and Lemongrass Facial Toner - the ginger in the toner will have an anti-inflammatory effect, and if our skin is oily, Natural Neem and Lemon Facial Toner, which will normalize the work of the sebaceous glands and mattify our skin. at night we don't have to worry that our skin will shine unsightly, so let's take the opportunity to nourish it more. The Sandalwood and Turmeric Face Cream or the Rich Turmeric Cream will work great for this. Turmeric in the composition has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and will help us fight acne. We can also apply the Sandalwood and Turmeric Natural Face Oil instead of the cream. Its light consistency absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy layer, and the combination of these two ingredients will not only help us fight acne, but will also make our skin stop being gray, tired and regain its shine! With regular use, it will also help us get rid of blackheads. Two or three times a week, remember to exfoliate your skin with the Philippine Algae and Aloe Natural Gel Face Peeling and use your favorite natural face mask. You can choose from the Ginger and Lemongrass Natural Clay Mask, or for oily skin, the Neem and Tea Tree Natural Clay Mask, or if you prefer fabric masks, the Philippine Algae and Aloe Natural Silk Mask. HOW TO FIGHT ACNE WITH HOME MEANS Baking soda face scrub with tea tree oil and thyme You need: 1 tablespoon baking soda Warm water (enough to create a fairly thick paste) ½ teaspoon jojoba oil 3 drops of tea tree essential oil 3 drops of thyme essential oil Grind baking soda with warm water into a smooth paste. Add jojoba oil and 2 essential oils and mix well. Apply to previously cleansed and slightly moistened face. Massage and then wash off the remaining product with warm water. Turmeric mask You need: A pinch of turmeric ½ teaspoon coconut oil 1 teaspoon of honey 1 teaspoon lemon juice Combine ingredients to obtain a thick paste. Apply to a well-cleansed face. After 20 minutes, wash off with warm water. Tonic for acne-prone skin You need (ingredients for approximately 120ml of tonic): 1 tablespoon of lavender flower water 1 tablespoon of damask rose flower water 3 tablespoons of witch hazel extract 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel 1 tablespoon of marigold tincture 1 tablespoon of thyme tincture 10 drops of palmarosa (rosegrass) essential oil 10 drops of carrot seed essential oil 5 drops of myrrh essential oil 5 drops of chamomile essential oil Pour all ingredients into a sterilized bottle with a cap. Shake it well so that all ingredients are well combined. Store the toner in a dry and dark place. Use within 60 days. Pour a small amount of the product onto your hands and pat into the skin of your face, avoiding the eye area.

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January 3, 2021

WHAT NATURAL COSMETICS TO CHOOSE FOR MATURE SKIN

DOES MATURE SKIN REQUIRE SPECIAL NATURAL COSMETICS? Mature skin will sooner or later be the skin of every woman. This is a type of skin that is inevitably associated with the passage of time. Some women try so hard to hide the signs of their age that they decide to undergo plastic surgery, suction, fillers or injections of various types of products. This is certainly a method for mature skin, but it certainly carries many risks both in terms of the procedure itself. It is worth considering whether not to use the power of plants and minerals that natural cosmetics provide in the care of mature skin. HOW TO REMOVE MAKE-UP FROM MATURE SKIN? Certainly, an important step in the daily care of mature skin is its proper cleansing. Natural cosmetics will certainly be an ally here, because they will thoroughly remove all impurities from the skin, but will not expose it to excessive drying, which contributes to deepening wrinkles. Effective natural cosmetics make-up remover can be prepared at home. Oil-based products are very good for mature skin, as they will ensure its softness and help maintain the right elasticity. They will be perfect for both dry and oily skin, as well as sensitive skin. Simply apply a properly prepared make-up remover to the dry skin of the entire face - also to the eyelids and eyelashes. Then gently massage it into the skin and then wash it off with a cotton pad soaked in warm water. CAN YOU MAKE YOUR OWN NATURAL COSMETICS FOR MAKE-UP REMOVAL FOR MATURE SKIN? Just mix half a cup of good quality extra virgin olive oil with one tablespoon of jojoba oil. The oils should be mixed well and stored in a dark, preferably glass bottle in a cool and sunny place. Natural cosmetics based on oils intended for removing makeup can also be prepared with more exotic ingredients. Just mix two tablespoons of: extra virgin olive oil, hazelnut oil, kukui nut oil, two drops of neroli oil, two drops of rose grass oil, two drops of frankincense oil. This and other natural cosmetics based on oils should also be stored best in a dark, airtight glass container in a cool place. You can also use proven natural cosmetics for make-up removal that are also good for mature skin, such as the Nourishing Bio Make-up Remover Oil Neem - Indian Neem Orientana. WHICH NATURAL COSMETICS ARE SUITABLE FOR MAKE-UP REMOVAL FOR MATURE SKIN? With oily mature skin, you can also safely use oil-based products, but you can also prepare natural cosmetics based on water or soap. These natural cosmetics based on water (for example, various types of floral waters, distillates, herbal infusions, tinctures, fruit juices, aloe gel and the addition of glycerin or apple cider vinegar) will certainly not remove impurities from the face as well as natural cosmetics with oils. However, they can be beneficial for mature skin during periods of particular dryness or excessive sensitivity or be used to wash mature skin in the morning to remove remnants of night care. Of course, there are also special natural cosmetics based on soap, which can be created at home. By modifying their composition, you can match them to the needs of any skin, including mature skin. They are based, for example, on liquid castile soap and are added to them, among others: clay, sugar, almond flour, various types of essential oils small amounts of vegetable oils It is worth remembering that removing makeup only with micellar fluid is not a good solution for mature skin. This type of fluid only works on the skin's surface and removes only the top layer of impurities that the skin collects throughout the day, i.e. the main remnants of makeup combined with dust and environmental pollutants as well as dirt that we ourselves have transferred to the skin by touching it with our hands, hair, scarves, etc. It is important, however, to cleanse, preferably with appropriate natural cosmetics, also the inside of the pores and deeper layers of the skin. Classic soap, which some women still use, is also not a good solution and in the case of mature skin can accelerate its aging. Aggressive detergents, which can also be found in some natural cosmetics (always read the ingredients!) seriously disturb the skin's balance by destroying its hydrolipid coat, dry it out and cause wrinkles to be more visible on parchment-thin skin deprived of moisture, and the face oval loses elasticity. Therefore, it is worth choosing natural cosmetics from proven brands that contain rich plant extracts, oils and, above all, have scientifically proven beneficial effects, such as the Moisturizing Organic Face Wash Foam Kantola - Japanese Gourdlina Orientana. A very interesting proposition in the field of natural cosmetics for mature skin may be a cosmetic for self-preparation at home, which will combine effective make-up removal with proper hydration, protection and relief based on castile soap with the addition of: aloe vera gel (two tablespoons) a spoonful of finely ground oat flakes, a spoonful of argan oil, a spoonful of vegetable glycerin your favorite essential oils (e.g. rose). WHICH PEELS SHOULD YOU CHOOSE FOR MATURE SKIN? After removing make-up, it is definitely worth taking care of proper hydration and care of mature skin, but once a week it is also worth doing a peeling. In the case of mature skin, it is good to use all stages of care not only on the face, but also on the skin of the neck and décolleté, which can reveal a woman's chronological age much more than the skin on the face beautified and retouched with make-up. The function of peeling is not only to exfoliate dead skin cells, but also to cleanse pores and stimulate skin circulation. If mature skin is in good condition, it is worth using a good quality grainy peeling once a week, which can be chosen from a wide range of natural cosmetics available on the market. Sugar-based peelings, which firm the complexion, will work perfectly. On the other hand, adding salt to all natural cosmetics for the face may work better for oily and contaminated skin. In the case of mature skin, peelings should be used a maximum of twice a week, maintaining at least a three-day break between subsequent treatments. Before applying the peeling, cleanse the face of any remnants of make-up. Then, moisten the clean skin with warm water. It is worth applying a portion of the peeling to your hands first and gently rubbing it in, and only then applying it to the skin. The cosmetic is applied to the face in a thin layer, while massaging the skin in circular motions for about 2 minutes. In the case of the Natural Creamy Papaya and Indian Ginseng Facial Peeling, it is worth leaving it on the face much longer - up to five minutes after the massage, so that papain, a natural enzyme that evens out the skin tone, has a chance to work. Then, wash off the peeling with a large amount of warm water. Among natural cosmetics, you can also find many enzymatic peels intended mainly for sensitive skin. CAN YOU PREPARE A PEELING FOR MATURE SKIN BY YOURSELF? If the owner of mature skin decides to make her own natural cosmetics at home, which will effectively exfoliate the epidermis, even out the skin tone and improve the absorption of the care products applied afterwards, then she can definitely do it. A simple scrub can be prepared from: almond oil, hemp seed oil, vegetable glycerin, finely ground oat flakes, sugar favorite essential oil. The ingredients used will certainly not only cleanse thoroughly, but also perfectly moisturize the skin, which is very important in the case of mature skin. Additionally, they will also brighten the complexion and restore its even color. For more delicate mature skin, you can try to create natural cosmetics at home based on: powdered herbs, dried flowers, small cereals. These may be, for example, ground rose petals, lemon or orange peels, or cornmeal. WHICH NATURAL MASKS ARE SUITABLE FOR MATURE SKIN? A face mask will be a great complement to peeling, which, when applied to well-prepared skin, will allow the substances contained in it to penetrate deep into the skin, moisturizing it and rejuvenating its appearance. In the case of mature skin, it is best to use masks based on butters, oils, and delicate but highly nourishing ingredients such as: honey, floral waters, cream. After thoroughly washing off the peeling and drying the face, apply a nourishing mask, which should remain on the face for about 20 minutes. As you know, in adulthood, you need to be more careful about the amount of sweets you eat, but this rule does not apply to the skin. Natural cosmetics prepared on the basis of cocoa and chocolate will perfectly nourish the complexion, improve its color, and the addition of, for example, a banana will have a soothing effect. It is also worth taking advantage of the beneficial effects of clays. However, clays contained in natural cosmetics can very dry the skin and emphasize its imperfections. Therefore, in the case of mature skin, a combination of appropriate clays with oils will be perfect. The ideal composition of such ingredients, perfect for mature skin, is, for example, the Natural Almond and Saffron Clay Mask. People with mature skin that is not sensitive can also try using forgotten "steam baths", i.e. facial saunas, which they certainly remember from their early youth, when access to beauty salons and a wide range of treatments was not as common as today. IS TONING A NECESSITY? An important element of skin care is also the use of toner. Many women forget about it or do not attach importance to its use, and wrongly so. A good toner is one of the natural cosmetics, the use of which can pay off with a more beautiful appearance of the skin after just a few days. For mature skin, it is worth using toners based on floral water - for example rose water. In fact, all the described stages, i.e. cleansing with make-up removal, peeling, masks and toner are extremely important stages in skin care with natural cosmetics. WHICH CREAMS AND OILS FOR MATURE SKIN SHOULD YOU CHOOSE? The proper preparation of the skin determines whether the cosmetic we apply to it in the form of a cream will have a chance to work. Mature skin will certainly love oils that can be used at night as standalone natural cosmetics care or under the cream – rubbing a few drops into dry areas. It is worth noting that creams used on the face do not have to be greasy. Properly conducted care based on natural cosmetics will ensure that the complexion maintains its firmness and hydrolipid balance and will not shine unsightly during the day but will also not be dry and thin, which makes wrinkles visible. DOES THE SKIN AROUND THE EYES HAVE TO REVEAL AGE? Among the many brands available on the market, you can also find those that offer excellent quality natural cosmetics for the care of the skin around the eyes. Due to the specific needs of the delicate and thin skin around the eyes and the fact that these cosmetics can easily cause allergies, it is worth first gaining experience in preparing natural cosmetics at home and only then starting to produce them for your own use. That is why it is worth using proven brands of natural cosmetics - for mature skin, the Natural Complex Bio Eye Cream Regenerating and Rejuvenating will work great.

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