Masks based on plant extracts and essential oils immediately won the hearts of many 4fresh customers.
Today we interviewed the director of the company "" Oleg Pekhov.
We are very pleased to have your brand on the site, we are already receiving good reviews. It's time to tell us all the secrets.
Since we don’t know much about you, let’s start from the beginning - What is this “Natural Element” cosmetics? When and where did it appear?
The Russian brand of natural cosmetics “Natural Element” was founded in 2001 in Rostov-on-Don.
We became one of the first domestic manufacturers to offer consumers a new concept of face and body skin care, “Cosmeceuticals based on glacial water.” The formulations were developed jointly with leading specialists from the Pyatigorsk State Research Institute of Resortology of the Russian Federation and the Pyatigorsk Pharmaceutical Academy...
Our products passed voluntary clinical trials at the Accredited Testing Laboratory Center for Perfumery and Cosmetic Products of the Central Scientific Research Institute of Medical Sciences of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation and were recommended for skin care. “Natural Element” received all-Russian recognition and won a silver medal at the “One Hundred Best Products of Russia” competition.
Over the more than 10-year history of its existence, “Natural Element” has acquired an impeccable reputation in the field of creating high-quality domestic natural cosmetic products at an affordable price both among end consumers and among professional cosmetologists.
In 2013, we completely rebranded the packaging, logo and all communication components, and also improved the recipes, making the brand absolutely in line with modern trends and a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
Today “Natural Element” is “Natural cosmetics for residents of megacities of the BioActive series, the formulations of which have an average content of natural ingredients of 95.5%.”
What is your philosophy?
The concept of the cosmetic brand “Natural Element” was created based on the principle of a holistic approach to health, the main criterion of which is a person’s acquisition of inner strength and self-control as a result of activating his own hidden capabilities inherent in Nature itself.
The fundamental position of the cosmetic brand “Natural Element”: the absence of synthetic fragrances and dyes, parabens and phenoxyethanol, glycols (propylene glycol, ethylene glycol, diethylene glycol) and petroleum products (vaseline, mineral oil, paraffin), as well as products of animal origin.
We give people the opportunity to save time and money that they spend on caring for beauty and health, without losing in achieving results - thanks to modern ergonomic packaging and natural compositions of our cosmetics.
What is special about the brand, how does it differ from its competitors?
The improved “BioActive” line, whose formulations contain an average content of natural ingredients of 95.5%, was developed specifically for modern residents of the metropolis, whose constant presence in the atmosphere is accompanied by stress and an accelerated pace of life.
Effective preparations for the face, hair and body, which not only care for the skin from a cosmetic point of view, but also have a healing and therapeutic effect, having a profound effect on the entire body.
The delicate gel texture of our products, saturated with the strength and energy of plant extracts, is almost completely absorbed, leaving no greasy marks or clogging pores, allowing the skin to breathe. Thanks to these properties, masks can be used under makeup, and body preparations can be used in hardware cosmetology.
Products based on natural colored clays, having the consistency of thick sour cream, spread easily and evenly on the surface of any part of the body. Clay can whiten, rejuvenate, tone, nourish, and dry. In a word - renew and restore the skin after the negative effects of the environment.
The magnificent smell of essential oil compositions, conveying the natural aroma of fruits and flowers, will make the application process and the procedure itself a sheer pleasure that has a beneficial effect on the psycho-emotional state.
The natural color of all preparations indicates the absence of any dyes in our formulations.
Ergonomic and practical mini-packaging in the form of sachets allows the consumer to save time and money when choosing the ideal skin care method.
Thanks to sealed sachets natural cosmetic"Natural element" is:
- “Mobile express cosmetics” for active people; it can be used at home or in a salon, while traveling, etc.
- A product with an excellent bacterial barrier (there is no constant contact with the environment, therefore there is a minimum amount of preservative in the formulations).
- Medicines in sachets allow testing for individual tolerance at minimal cost (in this case, you don’t have to think about what to do with the jar or tube).
- Solving the problem of lack of space on the shelf for cosmetics.
A question that interests all visitors to our site is whether the composition of the products is natural?
The “heart” of our cosmetics is plant extracts. As active ingredients of plant origin, we use more than 70 “horophytes” - extracts obtained by supercritical fluid extraction, which takes place without impact high temperatures. Thanks to this innovative method, biologically active substances are not destroyed or undergo changes, and all microorganisms die in a carbon dioxide environment. This type of extraction, unlike traditional ones, allows you to extract all useful biologically active substances from plant raw materials with maximum efficiency.
Pharmacopoeial (pharmacy grade) essential oils are the “soul” of our cosmetics.
Magnificent combinations of various combinations of 27 essential oils included in the formulations reveal their subtle aroma and give off their energy so that the skin receives the necessary nutrition and protection, becomes smooth, silky and healthy looking. In addition, we should not forget about the effect of aromatherapy and the presence of a powerful lipolytic effect of essential oils, thanks to which our preparations are indispensable in figure modeling procedures, as they have a pronounced draining and anti-cellulite effect.
What serves as a preservative, resulting in long-term storage?
Thanks to sealed foil sachets, “Natural Element” is a product with an excellent bacterial barrier because There is no constant contact with the environment, so the formulations contain a minimum amount of preservative.
Preservative - biocide "Katon" (KATHON CG) is not a formaldehyde-releasing substance. Provides reliable protection even at very low concentrations from 0.05%. Today, this preservative is considered one of the safest and is approved for use in EU countries. It is destroyed when interacting with air at temperatures above 35 degrees, so when applied to the skin there is practically nothing left of the preservative.
Are cosmetics tested on animals? And how is research conducted, if not on animals?
As mentioned above, our products passed voluntary clinical trials at the Accredited Testing Laboratory Center for Perfumery and Cosmetic Products of the Central Scientific Research Institute of Medical Sciences of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation and were recommended for skin care. Research in such tests is carried out on volunteers.
What serves as the gel base in masks?
We use Aristoflex as a base, which is a biologically inert gelling agent. In combination with hyaluronic acid and plant extracts, it promotes deep and effective cleansing of the skin, binding and removal of toxins, and also has a positive effect on the intensity and duration of exposure to biologically active substances.
Are there any plans to expand and introduce new products?
Yes, in 2014 we plan to release new products based on thermal water, which is produced at one of the wells of the Caucasian Mineral Waters.
Should masks be made in courses or used on an ongoing basis?
Is the product packaging bio-based and suitable for subsequent processing?
Yes, the basis of sachet packaging is aluminum foil, which can be further recycled without harming the environment.
Thanks to Oleg for the interesting information. Now we want to try the products even more :)
By the way, we also have gifts
When purchasing 3 sachets - 1 sachet as a gift from the old design
When purchasing 5 sachets (or worth more than 300 rubles) - eye cream-gel as a gift from the old design
Don't forget to add well-deserved gifts to your basket.
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There's nothing better than natural remedies for skin. Despite the abundance of creams and cleaning products, natural remedies for different types are still relevant and effective. This The best way always remain beautiful and well-groomed for a minimum investment.
In cosmetology, it is customary to divide the epidermis into four types: dry, normal, oily and combined. Therefore, the principles of care vary greatly. Do not apply cream for dry skin to any other type and vice versa.
Sometimes, even when purchasing quite expensive products, women are disappointed with the results: redness and allergies are a common reaction among women living in a modern metropolis. And the ratio of the price of a cosmetic product and the resulting effect is not always in favor of the latter.
An alternative could be natural cosmetics, which women will be happy to make for themselves, taking into account both the desired effect and individual characteristics your body, and existing allergic reactions to certain ingredients, and which natural ingredients are more convenient to use depending on the time of year. You can get rid of allergies with the help of nutrition.
One of the best natural remedies for any skin - home cosmetics from oatmeal (more details in the link after the article).
It turns out that preparing natural cosmetic milk, scrub, and lotion at home is not at all difficult. The great advantage of making your own cosmetics is that you can make the cosmetic product as natural as possible in composition and do without preservatives.
And many ingredients do not need to be specially purchased; any housewife always has them in the kitchen: oatmeal, natural honey, olive oil, gelatin, nuts, coffee, berries, etc. And cosmetics from nature do not require large financial investments.
Strawberry mask
Natural nourishing mask for face and body. To do this you need to take:
- Fresh strawberries 100 grams;
- Full-fat sour cream 60 grams;
- Sea salt 6 grams.
Chop the strawberries and mix all ingredients thoroughly until the mass is completely homogeneous. Apply the prepared strawberry mask to the face and body for 15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. It nourishes well, tightens pores, gives a velvety effect, and makes the skin smooth.
The mask has not only a visible immediate effect, but also a long-term one: the microelement copper, which strawberries are rich in, stimulates the production of collagen in skin cells, which is so necessary for its elasticity.
Anti-cellulite cream
Have to take:
- Ripe pitted cherries 100 grams;
- Corn flour 50-60 grams;
- Low-fat sour cream 60 grams
Mix chopped cherries with corn flour and add sour cream, mix thoroughly. Better received anti-cellulite natural cream apply in the evening before bed. Apply the mixture to the skin of problem areas, wrap it in film and put warm clothes on top.
After 1-1.5 hours, rinse off the cream with not very hot water. Please note that you should not leave the “wrap” on overnight.
This one is simple cosmetic procedure gives a wonderful result, eliminating the effect of “ orange peel", nourishing and smoothing the skin.
Rejuvenating mask
The main component of the anti-aging mask is lavender oil. A wonderful natural antiseptic.
Removes redness and inflammation on the face due to its anti-inflammatory effect, removes toxins from epidermal cells, and has a rejuvenating effect.
However, even though the product is natural, before use you need to do a test for an allergic reaction by applying a drop of oil to your wrist a few hours before. To prepare a mask with lavender oil, use the following ingredients:
- Egg white (from one egg);
- Liquid honey 1 teaspoon;
- Bioyogurt 2 teaspoons;
- Lavender oil 2 drops.
Beat the egg white thoroughly, add honey and mix until smooth. Lastly, add bio-yogurt and lavender oil. Mix the mixture well again until completely homogeneous. Apply to clean, preferably slightly steamed, facial skin for 10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Clay mask
Clay masks are now very popular in beauty salons. But you can make such a mask yourself without much difficulty. It is only important to know about the properties various types clay:
- White clay is better suited for young skin: it has an antiseptic effect, removes excess oil, acne, tightens pores and removes blackheads;
- Yellow clay saturates with oxygen and tones. This clay is best used for aging skin by women over 40 years of age;
- Pink clay as a natural remedy will well clean the dry surface of the epidermis of the face;
- Green clay normalizes fat metabolism, dries, and narrows enlarged pores.
It is better to make a clay mask in glass or porcelain containers. The clay should be diluted to the consistency of thick sour cream. For dilution, you can use not only water, but also milk (for dry), chamomile infusion (for normal), egg yolk (for oily).
There are a lot of simple recipes for cosmetics to prepare at home. The main thing is to have a desire to do something special for yourself. Then you can look beautiful and young without expensive creams and services from beauty salons with ruinous prices, using natural cosmetics of your own making.
For normal type
Normal skin is always tight. She looks fresh, her face is ruddy, thanks to good blood flow in the cells, the pores are almost invisible. The normal type has a clean, matte appearance. This is the rarest skin that is rare after puberty. With age, it acquires other signs.
To cleanse normal skin, natural products are often used. For example, orange. Its juice and pulp can be an excellent cleansing and nourishing agent. Vitamin C in citrus is an excellent antioxidant - a protector against free radicals.
Herbs - mint, parsley, rose petals, sage. All of them are able to cleanse, soothe, and nourish the skin with natural and beneficial substances. Parsley, for example, has the property of whitening, and perfectly fights against freckles and age spots that appear with age on the face and other parts of the body.
In the form of tonic and masks for normal skin, various recipes suggest the pulp of grapes, oranges, or strawberries. Strawberries can be a wonderful facial exfoliant.
Video: Homemade face scrub
For oily type
Problems often arise in teenagers and young adults. Oily skin always shines, has a pale appearance, and a rough texture. This is one of the disadvantages of adolescence. Pores become noticeable, sebaceous glands work hard, and blockage occurs. In addition, the external, not always clean environment, clogs the surface of the pores with dust and dirt.
This is why blackheads, acne, pimples and other imperfections form on the face and body. This is often noticeable on the nose and forehead, and on the prominent parts of the chin. And if fat protects against drying out, working in normal mode, then if there is an excess of it, it is worth thinking about means to help cope with this problem.
Causes of fat content
The main reason for increased fat content on the surface of the body is excessive work of the sebaceous glands. As a result, in addition to an unaesthetic shine, pores expand, blackheads and other unpleasant inflammations appear on the face.
Quite often, people with oily skin are either going through puberty or menopause.
There are quite a few reasons that affect the activation of the sebaceous glands. The main factors that affect the functioning of the sebaceous glands:
Incorrect balance of hormones in the body
This problem occurs mainly in adolescence, during the restructuring of the body. But if such a problem manifests itself in a person who has already passed the period adolescence, then you should contact a specialist.
Poor nutrition
Often the cause of excess fat is the consumption of fried and spicy foods, lack of vitamins, fruits and vegetables. may solve the problem.
Wrong selection of cosmetics
When choosing a cleanser, you need to choose only those that are suitable for oily skin.
Pregnancy
During pregnancy, hormones begin their active activity, which leads to the appearance of fat and other related problems.
Oily skin care
The main rule when caring for oily skin is to cleanse it twice a day - in the evening and in the morning. For proper cleaning, do not use alcohol-containing products.
It is also not advisable to wash your face with hot water. For cleansing, medium-temperature water should be used to avoid damaging the skin with too high or low temperatures.
Natural folk remedies such as chamomile and tonics also help in the fight against oily shine.
If you have oily skin, you need to exfoliate your face. It can be done at home. To do this, you can use sugar or crushed coffee grounds; these ingredients should be mixed with olive oil or low-fat sour cream.
This scrub helps cleanse your face of dead cells and prevent them from clogging your pores.
Choosing Natural Remedies
When choosing natural products, you need to take into account that all products should have a drying and pore-narrowing effect. Lemon juice has this effect. But not only. 
Orange, grapefruit, currant, all these fruits and berries contain important acids that can help remove excess fat from the surface, cleanse deep pores of dirt, and tighten them. All of the products listed can also lighten the skin a little, which will give it freshness and youth.
These are great products for using the pulp for masks. Grinded gruel of citrus fruits and berries can clean the surface of the skin like a brush, no need for expensive scrubs and peeling. And herbs such as St. John's wort and coltsfoot can soothe the skin and heal it quickly.
Masks for oily skin
It would also be useful to use various masks. For example:
- From yeast and kefir
Yeast (1 tsp) is diluted with low-fat kefir (1 tbsp), then the mask is applied to a previously cleansed face and kept on the skin for about 20 minutes. When the required time has passed, remove the mask with slightly cool water.
- From egg white
Another excellent mask in the fight against oily skin is an egg white mask. To prepare it, take 1 egg white and mix it with a couple of drops of lemon juice. The resulting mass is applied to the face for a quarter of an hour, then washed off.
- From clay
Clay masks are used quite often. For the oily type, white, green and blue clay is used. Clay can be mixed with various ingredients. For example, in order to hide shine on the face, it is better to combine clay with glycerin and lemon juice.
- Decoctions for masks
You can make a mask from a decoction of herbs. To do this, you should prepare herbal decoctions of calendula and chamomile. Add a little honey to the decoctions, and add a little oatmeal for thickness. Application time of the mask is 15 minutes. This mask will perfectly cleanse pores and improve complexion.
If following all the rules for caring for oily skin does not provide visible improvements, then it is better to consult a specialist.
A cosmetologist will help determine what products to use for treatment, and a dermatologist will determine the cause of this problem.
Dry type
Thin, quite vulnerable to weather changes. It quickly cracks and peels in the wind and in cold weather, this is especially noticeable in winter. The thin structure is prone to the appearance of wrinkles and redness. She often gets irritated.
When choosing products for dry skin, you need to pay attention to whether these products are capable of an enveloping effect. Natural remedies with this ability will help cope with dryness, frequent irritation, and inflammation.
Eggs, bran, black bread, or oatmeal are excellent natural remedies to make the skin elastic and velvety. The gluten in these products helps cope with dryness and cracks. By creating a film, you can cleanse yourself of old cells. 
Linden blossom will help relieve inflammation. The skin will become more pleasant to the touch and tone will increase. For the dry type, all natural fats found in cream, sour cream, and olive oil are beneficial. You can simply lubricate your face in the evening, and in 10-15 minutes you will get an amazing result. All masks need only be rinsed with warm water or wiped with a damp swab.
Definition of dryness
Dry skin is more common in girls and women with fair skin and fine white hair. Moreover, it is difficult to understand dryness in girls, because the skin looks quite healthy.
Signs:
- Dull skin, lack of shine.
- Dryness.
- Peeling of the skin.
- Pallor.
If dry skin is not moisturized or nourished, there is a risk of early wrinkles and flaking.
Basic care
Facial care should be carried out in the following order:
- cleanse;
- moisturize;
- supply.
Cleanse with special cosmetic milk. Washing with soap and water is not recommended, as they increase facial dryness.
Once every 7 days, it is advisable to cleanse your facial skin with a steam bath. Apply before using it nourishing cream. Steam saturates the skin with oxygen and removes dead skin particles. It can be easily done at home: covered with a cloth, hold your face over a bowl of liquid (temperature 50 degrees) for no more than 3 minutes.
We start moisturizing our face by purchasing a cream for dry skin. It is necessary to study the composition. It must contain some kind of oil (for example, wheat germ oil). Cream is prohibited if it contains alcohol or glycerin. A positive effect is observed when applying a cream with hydrating properties.
It is necessary to nourish the skin of the face with the use of masks. They are rich in fat, so they are great for very dry skin. They should be applied no more than three times a week. For every day, regular daily use creams are quite suitable.
Proper nutrition for dry skin
Dry facial skin, peeling, itching are caused by an unbalanced diet and lack of vitamins. Therefore, it is important to add dairy products, seafood, and eggs to your dishes. The yolk, tomatoes, and onions are especially useful. You can take vitamin complexes that improve skin condition.
Another main rule is to drink as much plain water as possible. It is advisable to drink 2 liters of liquid per day.
External factors
For dry skin, you must follow these rules:
- do not wash your face with tap water;
- spend less time in the open sun, tan only early in the morning;
- do not swim in pools, as chlorine is added there; if a visit is unavoidable, apply moisture-resistant cream;
- There is no need to heavily saturate your facial skin with foundation, moisturizing and nourishing creams at the same time. Apply one thing at a time;
- It is useful to carry out a light massage with your fingertips.
If you follow these tips, your facial skin will retain its elasticity and healthy, youthful appearance longer.
Mixed type
One of the common types is mixed. Oily - on the chin, nose and forehead, mixed with dry areas - on the cheeks, around the eyes and on the neck. Dry areas are often tight.
After washing, the face on one side is dry and flaky, and the areas of the nose and chin are again covered with an oily layer.
Peculiarities
Each person has their own individual skin. Cosmetologists have divided it into many types, but, of course, no matter what type it belongs to, it requires care. Let's discuss what is perhaps the most capricious in terms of care - the combined type.
As the experts themselves say, this type of skin is characterized by oily skin on the nose, chin, forehead, and dry or normal skin on the cheeks. 
What contributes to the secretion of sebum in the T-zone? First of all, this is an increased secretion of male sex hormones – testosterone. Dermatologists say that combination skin most often present only in the younger generation under 30 years of age.
After 30, the activity of the sebaceous glands decreases, and the skin becomes drier throughout the facial area. Well, until the skin has evened out, experts recommend ideally using your own individual care for each area. It is always worth having two options of cream in stock: for dry and oily types.
Do not also forget that every age has its own cream. You can seek advice from a specialist. He will help you choose a cream that suits not only your skin type, but also your age and season.
So, for example, in winter period You will need a cream with a lot of nutrients, as well as protective properties. It is also not correct to use creams that are too greasy. They can cause acne to appear in areas that are already prone to oiliness.
There are a lot of options, but since purchasing a large number of creams is not always possible, for various reasons, you can choose such cosmetics, including natural ones, suitable for combination skin.
Cleansing
When waking up, experts advise starting with washing your face using foam for the normal type. Using the hard edges of a washcloth, you should carefully work the T-zone to remove the dust that has accumulated overnight.
This simple trick will help you save on scrubs and peels. You only need to wash your face with cool water; warm and hot water will only stimulate the secretion of subcutaneous sebum and rapid contamination of the skin.
You need to finish washing your face with a mixed type toner. Cosmetologists do not recommend using soap. It will dry out the already dry skin on your cheeks too much, causing it to become inflamed.
Natural remedies
You can use your grandmother's skin care recipes. For example: mix lemon juice with water in a 1:1 ratio and add a spoonful of glycerin. Treat the skin with the resulting mixture; it perfectly cleanses and tones all areas, giving a healthy glow.
Mixed skin requires a very competent and meticulous approach, because the areas are all different and you need to individually select natural products.
Often, various rashes appear on oily areas, black spots on the nose and chin. This is very disturbing.
A good way to get rid of them is ordinary inexpensive hydrogen peroxide. It significantly discolors them and kills germs. But you can clean the pores themselves by other means.
For example, washing your face with salted water, or steam baths with sea salt. Salt literally eats away the dirt from the pores. Natural apple cider vinegar and lemon juice are also effective in removing blackheads on the face.
Pilling
Natural products will be an excellent alternative to peeling, and will cause much less injury to her.
Oddly enough, for combination and oily types, this is an excellent remedy that will help not only cleanse the surface of the face, but also reduce the amount of subcutaneous sebum secreted. Dermatologists advise doing the procedure no more than 1-2 times a week, especially carefully working on the forehead, nose and chin.
But dry skin in the cheek area should be treated very carefully and rarely. Otherwise, irritation may occur. Few people know, but after peeling, experts do not advise going outside and being in drafts for at least 4 hours!
The thing is that after this procedure, microcracks invisible to the eye appear, through which microbes can very easily penetrate, which will also cause skin irritation, and even the appearance of viral acme. A mixture of kefir and rolled oats perfectly cleanses.
Video: Peeling - cheap and effective
Nutrition
It is recommended to apply the cream after waking up and before going to bed. It is worth understanding that if you use only one cream, for dry or oily skin, the result will not be as effective as when using a cream suitable for each area.
In this case, it is better to purchase an option for a mixed type. In summer, you should give preference to creams with sunscreen filters. It is during this period that the sun is most aggressive and the skin needs additional care and protection. The minimum protection index should not be lower than 15. On the packaging this factor will be indicated under the letters SPF.
When acne and acne appear, do not neglect special drying and antibacterial ointments. An excellent protection against unnecessary “guests” on the face will be a natural product -. It should be applied carefully, using a sponge to work on problem areas.
Whatever cream is used, it should be applied with light tapping movements. The remaining cream should be removed.
Be smart about everything
It should be noted that for various allergic reactions, the choice of product should be competent and thoughtful. Often this or that natural product is contraindicated for use. You should consult a cosmetologist.
Also, you should not remove acne, pimples, wen, and other formations from the surface of the facial skin on your own. Don't try to squeeze it out yourself. This can cause inflammation, excessive rash on the face and scarring.
The "Natural Element" mask contains plant extracts that promote deep hydration and nourishment of the skin. The mask relieves flaking and dry skin, makes the skin smooth and silky, and returns it to a healthy appearance. The mask also normalizes metabolic processes and restores the lipid barrier.
Mango extract prevents dry skin and rejuvenates the skin. The combined action of mango and echinacea extracts will relieve the skin of redness, acne and acne. Hood grapefruit has an antioxidant effect, improves skin tone, andechinacea - rejuvenates the skin, prevents the appearance of wrinkles, increases skin elasticity, strengthens the natural barrier of the skin, protects against harmful effects environment.
Green tea extract has an antiseptic and antibacterial effect, eliminates redness and inflammation, cleanses the skin, tightens pores and saturates the skin with amino acids.
Rose essential oil rejuvenates the skin, restores sagging and aging skin, and restores elasticity and firmness to the skin. Rose oil stimulates cell regeneration, models the oval of the face, eliminates dark spots and wrinkles. Essential Patchouli oil saturates the skin with moisture, nourishes dry and dehydrated skin, increases skin elasticity and tone. Patchouli oil intensively regenerates the skin, activates cell renewal processes, eliminates shallow scars and wrinkles. Essential oil also normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands and evens out the complexion.
Sandalwood essential oil has an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect, eliminates sagging skin, relieves flaking and dryness, rejuvenates and tones the skin. Sandalwood oil smoothes expression wrinkles, soothes and brightens the skin.
Hyaluronic acid saturates the skin with moisture, retains moisture in cells, relieves dryness, flaking, and prevents the appearance of cracks in the skin. A lack of hyaluronic acid in cells can lead to signs of skin aging.
Result. The skin is moisturized, filled with vitamins and healthy acids. The work of the sebaceous glands is normalized, the skin is tightened.
Compound. Water, grapefruit extract, green tea, mango, echinacea, essential oils patchouli, roses, sandalwood, distilled glycerin, Aristoflex AVC (gelling agent), silicone DC 245, preservative (methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone), hyaluronic acid, collagen hydrolysate.
Application. Apply the mask to previously cleansed facial skin. Apply the mask to your face excluding the areas around the eyes and lips, leave for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with warm water or remove with a tonic wipe. It is recommended to use the mask 2-3 times a week. 1 sachet (10 ml) is designed for 2 procedures.
Release form. Foil sachet 10 ml.
