In our first part of "Power to your Skin," we primarily introduced nourishing plant-based oils used in natural cosmetics. We also explained why vitamins A and E are so important. In this second part of "Power to your Skin," we'd like to focus on plant-based active ingredients, as well as color-giving minerals and waxes extracted from the leaves or flowers . From aloe vera to clary sage and minerals —what effect does this natural ingredient have on the skin?
Our skin is our largest organ, so we should pay more attention to it. It's important to pay close attention to the ingredients we bring into contact with it. Nature can do a great deal for healthy, beautiful skin. Essential oils and extracts from resins, seeds, and flowers have been valued for their healing properties for hundreds of years.
Vitamins, plant extracts, and natural minerals can refine pores, moisturize dry facial skin, and even relieve inflammation. They smooth wrinkles, prevent skin aging, and harmonize the complexion. We have selected true natural treasures as ingredients for our makeup. Natural cosmetics are wellness for the senses – all products apply smoothly to the skin, and the scent of natural oils from medicinal plants and plant extracts pampers the nose.
Let's dive into the natural makeup fairytale world of UND GRETEL. These 10 ingredients give POWER TO YOUR SKIN:
Aloe Vera
Few plants are as multitalented as aloe vera. Aloe, a member of the lily family, is now cultivated worldwide. Humans have been using this queen of medicinal plants for thousands of years. Aloe gel – the watery pulp from the inner core of the leaves – has cooling, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties.
Aloe vera accelerates cell regeneration and stimulates collagen production. This multi-talented product ensures all-round refreshed and supple skin. Aloe vera enriches the formula of: TINCTE , FROH .
beeswax
What bees use as a building material is a body-building and care formula in natural cosmetics: beeswax. It is the oldest natural base for balm. Compared to fats and oils, this natural ingredient is somewhat harder and more porous. Beeswax has skin-protecting and moisturizing properties.
It forms a light protective film on the skin, providing soothing relief from irritation and dryness. Beeswax enriches the formulation of: LUK , WINT , TAGAROT , and KNUTZEN .
Carnauba palm
The wax of the Brazilian carnauba palm is extracted from the wax of palm leaves and is the hardest wax of natural origin. Due to its exceptional hardness, carnauba wax plays an important role, especially in decorative cosmetics.
It gives lipsticks, eyeliner, and mascara a shine and the necessary break resistance even at higher temperatures, which is particularly beneficial during the summer months. Carnauba palm enriches the formulas of: LUK , WINT, TAGAROT , and KNUTZEN .
Verbena
Verbena is an almost forgotten medicinal plant. A kind of miracle weapon with many healing properties due to its active ingredients. The most important are iridoids, phenylethanoids, essential oil, and tannins.
Iridoids have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antibiotic effects. Phenylethanoids protect against cell damage. The essential oil in verbena also has antimicrobial properties. Tannins contained in the herb promote wound healing.
Verbena enriches the recipe of: IMBE , TINCTE , SPRUSSE
chamomile
Chamomile is one of the most valuable medicinal plants in existence. In natural cosmetics, the plant with its golden-yellow flower heads has anti-inflammatory and calming effects. With a little imagination, you can even see a sun in chamomile.
Even the Germanic tribes considered it sacred: They dedicated the plant to Baldur, the god of light. The Egyptians did the same: Chamomile was the flower of the sun god Ra. Chamomile enriches the recipes of: LIETH , TUNKAL , ILGE , SUNNE , TINCTE .
Fighter
Camphor is an evergreen plant and belongs to the laurel family. The powdery, solid substance is distilled from the camphor tree. Camphor has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries to open the mind and senses and relieve pain and swelling. The plant's characteristic scent is clear and fresh. When used as an eyeliner, camphor in small doses is both antibacterial and gentle on the eyes, protecting them from dehydration and dirt. Camphor enriches the formula of: LUK
Clary sage
Clary sage was formerly used to flavor wine, hence its German name. The sweet, floral, and slightly herbaceous scent of clary sage oil is very beneficial for the skin. This medicinal herb's natural habitats include rocky slopes, fields, and roadsides up to 2,000 meters above sea level.
Like sage, clary sage possesses healing properties. The essential oil has a holistically relaxing effect and possesses antibacterial, antiseptic, antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. This medicinal plant has stimulating, regenerating, and cell-renewing effects. Clary sage enriches the formulations of: LIETH and TUNKAL .
White clay
Clay, also known as mineral clay, was formed millions of years ago during the Ice Age. Rocks in the glacier were ground into fine particles under the influence of the elements, such as water and wind. Clay has therefore been used for skin care since ancient times and is considered one of nature's most gentle care products. And rightly so, because our skin benefits in many ways from this natural mineral clay. White clay is considered the finest mineral clay and provides incredibly gentle care. It is suitable for dry and sensitive skin. It also acts as a natural and light sunscreen in makeup. White clay enriches the formulas of: LIETH , IMBE
White Acacia
The white acacia, also known as false acacia or white locust, is a shrub-like tree in the mimosa family. With its pretty leaves and white blossoms, the tree thrives in warm climates. Plant-based collagen is extracted from the acacia. It not only stimulates the skin's own collagen production but also intensively moisturizes, binds it, and thus strengthens the skin barrier. White acacia enriches the formula of: TINCTE
Natural coloring ingredients
Minerals
As early as the Stone Age, people beautified themselves with colorful cosmetics, as evidenced by several cave paintings. They used all kinds of coloring materials from nature, whether berries, coal, or mineral components.
Various oxides such as iron, titanium, zinc, or chromium oxides serve as mineral colors in today's cosmetics. The unique soft-focus effect of minerals in makeup gives the skin a flawless finish. Minerals literally melt into the skin, and the color pigments can be beautifully blended. Minerals enrich the formulations of: LIETH , IMBE .
All these wonderful natural boosters also make contemporary, high-end makeup particularly nourishing. Do you have any questions about our ingredients or our certification? Feel free to find out more here .
