5+1 Herbs you want in your cosmetics!

Everyone wants the perfect skin in a natural way. Herbs have been used in cosmetic products since ancient times and are still the subject of scientific research today.

The beauty industry has begun to place particular emphasis on the use of natural ingredients, and many personal care products nowadays contain plant-based ingredients.

The following herbs that you can find in many natural cosmetics have been proven to be some of our best allies.

1. Green tea

Green tea is a herbal extract that comes from the leaves and buds of the tea plant Camellia sinensis. Its active ingredients are polyphenols, which have a strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-aging effect on the skin.

Main benefits

• Soothes and protects the skin from oxidative damage
• Reduces sebum
• Minimizes aging signs

Good ingredient combinations

• Vitamin C: To enhance antioxidant action
• Hyaluronic acid: For extra skin hydration
• Caffeine: Works wonders on puffy eyes and dark circles
• Salicylic acid: For sebum control and exfoliation of dead skin cells

2. Rose

Rose has a variety of vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals, and its oil is fantastic for treating dry skin. Products made with rosehip seed oil are full of anti-aging properties, as well as vitamins A, C, D, and E, which help minimize wrinkles and fine lines. 

Rose also has astringent properties, which make it great for oily skin. It is no coincidence that rose water was and is one of the most effective natural face lotions!

Main benefits:

• Prevention of premature aging
• Natural moisturizer
• Soothes redness
• Enhances collagen production
• Reduces sebum production
• Tones uneven skin

A good choice is the Korres Apothecary Wild Rose, a brightening absolute-oil, made with real rose petals and 92.7% naturally-derived ingredients.

3. Aloe vera

The leaves of the aloe vera plant contain a substance that resembles gel and contains various skin-friendly compounds, such as minerals, vitamins, and proteins. These nutrients have moisturizing, soothing, toning, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Main Benefits:

• Helps hydrate the skin
• Helps soothe sunburn
• Enhances wound healing
• Combats skin aging
• Reduces infection and acne
• Softens facial imperfections

The Garden Face Tonic Lotion contains a powerful combination of aloe and green tea that removes impurities and sebum, while also hydrating and nourishing the skin.

4. Chamomile

Chamomile has been used since ancient times in skincare and hair care products for its ability to soothe and calm the skin, as well as reduce redness, blemishes, and signs of aging.

Main benefits:

• Relieves redness
• Soothes sensitive skin
• Relieves inflammation
• Reduces signs of aging

Good ingredient combinations:

Works well with water-based skincare products, such as toners, and serums.

5. Calendula

Calendula contains skin-friendly phytochemicals, including flavonoids and carotenoids, making it an excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredient.

This herbal extract can soothe irritated skin, calm inflammation, and promote faster wound healing. It can also rejuvenate your skin, making it look softer and more youthful.

Main Benefits:

• Protection against oxidative stress
• Has anti-aging properties
• Helps heal wounds
• Treats scalp conditions
• Has sun protection properties
• It increases skin tightness/firmness.

Good ingredient combinations:

It works well with other anti-inflammatory ingredients such as aloe.

6. Lavender

Lavender essential oil is more well-known for its calming and aromatherapeutic properties, but it also offers more skin benefits than you might imagine. It possesses powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties, and has been found to aid in the treatment of almost everything from dry hands to acne on the face.

Main benefits:

• Relieves redness
• Soothes sensitive skin
• Relieves inflammation
• Reduces signs of aging

Good ingredient combinations:

Lavender essential oil is non-comedogenic, meaning it does not clog pores. It can be used as a daily toner or with tea tree oil or argan oil as an immediate treatment for acne.

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