Greek cosmetics: features and best brands

Greek cosmetics are a real treasure of Hellas along with olive oil, magnificent seascapes and architectural monuments. Its production is still carried out 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.

After visiting 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 beauticians and ordinary buyers about Greek cosmetics look very attractive. True, it is rather difficult to acquire original products of many local brands in Russia. All the more useful will be information about what is worth buying in Greece, going on vacation. Indeed, local cosmetics have 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 are chosen by representatives of other nations. Even the very word "cosmetics" was coined by the ancient Hellenes. For centuries, it has replaced the ritual of daily hygiene with rubbing with olive oil, saving invaluable fresh water. Over time, this problem has been resolved. But there are recipes with which they once softened sea water - based on goat's milk and honey, red wine and aromatic herbs.

Luxurious hair, velvety skin, a snow-white smile and a smooth face - all this was in Greek women at a time when the world did not yet know about cosmetology.Today, you no longer need to take baths with donkey milk or rub yourself with fragrant herbs.

Among the main components that make these products unique are:

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

Numerous Greek cosmetics brands deserve the utmost scrutiny. Among them there are completely organic ones - marked with Bio Cosmetique, ICEA, Ecocert certificates. They include brands Elotia, BioSelect, Olivellenic, Bioplasisd. However, practically in 100% of cases, any Greek cosmetics are much more natural and environmentally friendly than those of 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 in accordance with Russian and European standards, has a confirmation of hypoallergenic products.

Greek cosmetics from this brand contain natural olive oil that has passed all the necessary control measures. In addition, it includes beekeeping products, natural vitamins and minerals, herbal extracts.

Another brand from Greece specializing in the use of natural olive oil as a base for their products. Especially popular eco-friendly soap, which has excellent cleaning and caring characteristics.

The company is included in the list of the most famous companies in Greece. Production has been operating since 1965, certified according to the main European standardization systems. This company is one of the best in terms of assortment diversity, trying to adhere to strict environmental standards. Total Yellow Rose releases 7 body care lines and 14 face series.

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.

The manufacturer of the most popular series of cosmetics with donkey milk, Donkey Milk. The natural series of products contains proteins, ceramides, and has regenerating and rejuvenating properties. She is focused on the care of aging skin.

Manufacturer of the Santo Volcano Spa cosmetic series based on volcanic water. Valuable ingredients in the composition contribute to the treatment of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis... The series includes soap, hair, face and body care products.

One of the two most famous lines of Greek pharmacy cosmetics. Korres has its own series of makeup and care products in various directions. The company has been producing goods since 1965 and has been successfully operating 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 on the basis of a family-owned soap factory in Chania. The brand produces exclusively care cosmetics for body, face and hair. Does not use chemicals instead of organic ingredients.

A cosmetics company demonstrating a leading acumen when dealing with international competitors. The main ingredient in her products is organic olive oil. Especially popular Athena's Treasures series - "The Treasures of Athena". And also the company has lines based on argan oil and aloe extract.

A Cretan brand that prides itself on the sustainability of its products. The line includes products for men and women, medicinal pharmaceutical preparations, handmade soap and compositions for the face, body and hair. The company itself produces, grows, collects ingredients for the manufacture of cosmetics, distills oils.

Brand certified organic. The brand has its own "Secret ingredient" - dictamelia, combining parts of the plant dictamos and virgin vegetable oil. The finished product has regenerating, wound healing, anti-aging properties.

The brand, which has been successfully operating since 1979, its products are distributed mainly through pharmacy chains. These are medicinal cosmetics that help to cope with dermatological problems of a different nature. Among the ingredients used are bee products, vegetable oils and hypoallergenic herbal extracts.

Greek cosmetics, known in Russia thanks to the sale in the Rive Gauche chain. The trade mark has existed since 1992, it opens its own stores all over the world. It contains sea minerals and algae, herbal tinctures, essential oils obtained in ecologically clean regions of the country. Initially, the brand was founded on the basis of a family business - a soap factory from the island of Zakynthos.

A unique brand that produces cosmetics based on mastic (or mastic) - pistachio tree resin. She possesses wound healing, regenerating, restorative properties. Cosmetics have a medicinal status and are used in professional spas. In addition to mastic, the composition contains exclusively organic ingredients. The mastic is obtained exclusively on the island of Chios.

The best cosmetics from Greece can be easily found from brands with a history and from very young companies. This can be a professional or organic home series. In any case, you won't have to regret your purchases.

Consider the best recommended products for purchase.

• Macrovita laurel oil. It is a 100% natural source of valuable vitamins for the skin. Suitable for home spa treatments, hair masks, acne treatment, massage. Ideal base for self-creation of cosmetics.

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

• Organic Sostar Donkey Milk Serum. Contains hyaluronic acid, absorbs quickly and gives good results.

• Hair balm Aphrodite Moisture & Shine. A 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 ingredients. Some of the groceries worth buying include Bellas Donkey Milk Soap, which turns your bath into a real spa experience. Athena's Treasures offers solid detergents in gift and regular packaging.

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

• Natural Mea Natura Body Cream Butter. An intensive body care product with a dense texture.It contains organic olive oil, beeswax and other valuable components.

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

• Lifting mask Yellow Rose for the face. The power of nature in a compact tube. Helps restore firmness and radiance to even the most tired skin. The product is hypoallergenic, has a pronounced lifting effect, it is not consumed too quickly.

• Body milk with aloe Mastic Spa. A product with organic status. Contains natural mastic, which provides wound healing, regenerating effect. After application, the skin becomes soft and silky.

Greek cosmetics invariably arouses great interest among cosmetologists and ordinary buyers. Salon-class products are highly regarded by professionals for their organic origin and high concentration of active ingredients. Spa lines of cosmetics from Greece are valued no less than those that come from Asian countries.

As for the classic care for the face, body, hair, customer reviews of these products look quite promising. Positive comments about Korres creams with wine extract, chestnut. Shampoos from Messinian, Mastic & Spa-Bio, which literally have a magical effect on the hair, invariably delight customers.

Sostar's luxurious donkey milk products are considered one of the best anti-aging solutions. According to buyers, the disadvantages of Greek cosmetics include a little heavy, oily textures for the face, but this is not typical for 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 rest. The most famous pharmacy brands Korres, Apivita are highly ratedfrom baby powders to sunscreens and sprays.

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