“Organic” and “natural” - these adjectives are often used today by cosmetics manufacturers to simply follow fashion trends. Weleda is a quality known worldwide since 1921. Organic products, medicines and natural cosmetics are now produced at three plants in Switzerland, Germany and France.
History
Weleda was founded over 90 years ago by pharmaceutical chemist Oscar Schmidel, Dr. Ita Wegman and philosopher Rudolf Steiner. Together they developed the principles of anthroposophic medicine, the main idea of which is to induce the body to heal with the help of pharmaceuticals.
The company got its name in 1928 thanks to the German prophetess and healer Velede. In the same year, Rudolf Steiner came up with a logo with an Aesculapius snake and a staff, symbolizing healing.
Seven lines
The Weleda brand, reviews of which will be presented in our review, offers customers seven lines of cosmetics:
- hair care;
- male line;
- body products;
- a series for expectant mothers;
- face care;
- children's product line;
- oral care.
According to company experts, the product contains only natural substances - no dyes or preservatives. In addition to wild plants, Weleda uses plants grown in its own garden. At an enterprise producing extracts, raw materials are processed by various methods.
For expectant mothers
In the series for expectant mothers, four Weleda products are presented:
- Oil for preparing the intimate area - gives the muscles elasticity.
- Breast oil during lactation - eliminates congestion.
- Oil for the prevention of stretch marks - prevents the formation of striae.
- Oil for massage the tummy of infants - regulates the function of the gastrointestinal tract.
The appearance of the baby in the world causes a woman a lot of questions and concerns. Many representatives of the fair sex choose natural childbirth, but, unfortunately, no one is safe from breaks.
To increase the elasticity of the intimate area, the scientists of the German brand suggest using a tool such as oil for the preparation for childbirth Weleda. Reviews of young mothers indicate doubtful effectiveness, which coincides with the opinion of the attending physicians.
The main components in the composition of the product are almond oil and wheat germ oil , which are designed to increase the extensibility and elasticity of tissues, as well as reduce the risk of tears. The combination of the essential oils of wild rose and clary sage gives a pleasant aroma. You can start the massage from the 34th week in the absence of contraindications and after consulting the obstetrician-gynecologist.
Good composition or heredity
Weight fluctuations during pregnancy and after childbirth lead to stretch marks. The skin on the stomach, chest and hips requires special attention and care, and Weleda oil for stretch marks can be your main assistant.
Reviews of the fair sex indicate the effectiveness of the drug, but only in the absence of a genetic predisposition and regular use. The German brand's product contains wheat germ and jojoba oil, almond oil and arnica flower extract that nourish the skin, have an antimicrobial effect and support metabolism.
In fact, many cosmetologists believe that it is impossible to prevent or remove stretch marks with oils. If your skin is prone to their appearance, only control over weight gain during pregnancy will help to cope with the problem.
For hair
A lot has already been said about the dangers of silicones and parabens in cosmetics, so natural products are in high demand. The Weleda series for hair is characterized by reviews of girls and women only on the good side.
All products boast herbal ingredients in combination with mild surfactants. The line of hair care products includes:
- shampoo care, revitalizing mask and conditioner balm with oat extract;
- shampoo-dandruff care with wheat extract;
- shampoo care with millet extract;
- hair growth agent with rosemary;
- oil intended for weakened curls.
It is worth noting that not all the fair sex women like organic products of the Weleda brand. Reviews characterize shampoo on the positive side, speaking exclusively about the natural composition, but at the same time the product does not foam well and, according to the sensations of some girls, is not washed off completely with water.
Many women have a positive opinion about shampoo with millet extract, which also contains macadamia oil and sage extract. Buyers note economical consumption, but in the composition there is still one component that can cause allergies. The tool is suitable for owners of normal hair type.
Face care
Conflicting opinions can be found about any Weleda cream. Reviews emphasize that natural cosmetics are absorbed for a very long time and leave a feeling of “film”.
So, for face skin care, the German brand produces:
- cleansers (milk, refreshing tonic);
- oil with almonds to remove makeup from the eyes;
- eye cream (lifting and care);
- day cream (seven types);
- night cream (four types);
- lip balm;
- firming face serum.
Future mothers pay attention to such organic cosmetics. During the waiting period, the baby wants to minimize the effect of harmful substances on the body. Weleda face cream is best suited for this.
Reviews are advised to pay attention to the "Iris" series, which presents funds for day and night care. They contain jojoba oil, shea butter, cocoa, beeswax and iris root extract. The ideal formula gives the skin velvet and softness, preserves natural moisture and refreshes. Disadvantages: a small bottle and a fairly high price.
For babies
Not a single self-respecting cosmetic brand is ignoring the youngest consumers. About the children's series Weleda reviews are presented in large numbers. Let's see what products kids and their parents liked.
Collecting bags for the hospital is a very responsible occupation, and the first thing that should be inside is a diaper cream. Weleda Calendula Cream helps protect your baby’s delicate skin. It is based on wax, lanolin and zinc oxide, which form a natural layer that prevents the appearance of irritation. Young mothers note effectiveness in combating redness, economical consumption, pleasant herbal aroma and dense texture.
In addition to calendula cream, the children's series includes:
- shampoo gel for body and hair;
- milk for bathing;
- gel toothpaste;
- cream with marshmallow for hypersensitive skin;
- oil for babies;
- tummy massage oil;
- face cream with calendula;
- protective balm from cold and wind;
- face cream with marshmallow.
Unlike other Weleda collections, reviews about baby cosmetics are the best. The German manufacturer is not inferior to other popular brands - Bubchen and Mustela.
Body care
Representatives of the fair sex most often begin their first acquaintance with the Weleda brand with the body care line, which includes:
- shower gels;
- deodorants;
- vegetable soap;
- body oils;
- moisturizing milk;
- hand and foot care products.
It is impossible to describe all the cosmetic products, so we will only talk about the most remarkable.
Absolute favorites were a magnificent nourishing milk and tonic shower gel with sea buckthorn. Despite the presence of this bright orange berry, the aroma of cosmetic products has notes of citrus. However, this does not spoil the impression.
A little disappointed girls and women hand cream "sea buckthorn" series. First of all, the composition in which alcohol is present is to blame. It turns out that the skin becomes dry, but does not get moisturized. In addition, the alcohol company is made up of various preservatives and a rather aggressive substance - glyceryl stearate SE.
Citrus freshness
Not many of us have thought about the mechanism of the usual deodorant. Specialists draw our attention to the composition of antiperspirants, which are most often saturated with aluminum and its salts. It is these substances that reduce sweating due to narrowing of the pores. However, prolonged contact with aluminum derivatives is hazardous to health.
As an alternative to the popular antiperspirant, Weleda offers a unique cocktail of freshness and vitality. Organic deodorant is available in a safe (from an environmental point of view) glass package.
A true citrus breeze gives Weleda deodorant. Customer reviews note the natural composition, the absence of a sticky effect and traces on clothing. From the first seconds of application, a sharp smell of lemon and alcohol is felt, but after a while there is only a pleasant aroma of citrus, evoking associations with the New Year.
It is worth noting that this tool is not suitable for people with excessive sweating. The deodorant can be updated on the skin as needed. The disadvantages include uneconomical consumption and a heavy bottle, which is inconvenient to carry.
Disappointment
For girls and women of all ages, the problem of combating cellulite is relevant. German scientists presented their decision - it is birch peeling for the shower and birch anti-cellulite oil. Fans of Weleda did not give the best reviews about these two products precisely because of the lack of the effect promised by the manufacturer.
The composition of birch oil includes wheat germ oil , extracts of young birch leaves and rosemary, essential oils of cypress and grapefruit, apricot and jojoba seed oil. The product smells nice and perfectly cares for the skin.
Peeling, which, due to too small particles, resembles a cream shower gel, is most of all disappointing.
According to the clinical studies of the manufacturer, after 28 days of use, there is a decrease in the severity of cellulite, an increase in firmness, elasticity and smoothness of the skin. However, we do not recommend believing such promises.