Recently, more and more buyers in our country prefer to purchase cosmetics in the pharmacy chain, rightly believing that it is more reliable and of high quality. Today, most pharmacies have expanded their product range with products from well-known cosmetic companies.
Types of cosmetic products
All products of this type can be divided into three independent groups:
- medical cosmetics;
- selective cosmetics;
- mass market.
Medical pharmacy cosmetics are used to prevent and treat certain types of diseases of the skin, hair, nails. It contains biologically active additives. This type includes products of the brand "Sophia".
Mass market products are available to most consumers and are intended for high-quality care for delicate skin of the face, arms and legs, as well as for hair and nails. This type of cosmetics is sold not only in pharmacies, but also in specialized stores.
Selective pharmacy cosmetics is an elite product whose manufacturers often produce new lines designed for certain conditions of the skin, hair and nails. This pleasure is not cheap, and therefore not available to all consumers. The average price is 800 rubles per package. An example of such cosmetics is Vichy Laboratories.
This group in our market is represented by goods exclusively from foreign companies. And this fact has an explanation: for the production of cosmetics of this type considerable financial investments are required. You must have your own research laboratories and research institutes. As a rule, such cosmetics are produced in original branded packages, which also cost a lot. So far, unfortunately, domestic manufacturers cannot compete with them.
But in the segment of medical cosmetics, Russian companies are clearly in the lead.
Pharmacy cosmetics rating
The worldwide recognized leader in sales of selective cosmetics has been VICHY for more than a year. This brand accounts for more than 50% of all funds sold of this type.
By a significant margin, LA Roche POSAY takes the second place (11.3%), LIERAC products are a little behind them - third place.
Mass-market pharmacy cosmetics has its leader - NIVEA (8%). Their products are well advertised, in addition, its price is quite affordable (an average of 70 rubles per package). The second place is firmly occupied by JONSONS BABY.
In the rating of medical cosmetics, the leader is the well-known brand in our country - Sophia (8.8%), the second place belongs to MUSTELLA products (4.3%) - products for young children with various types of dermatitis. The third place is occupied by BTLVEDER nail products (3.8%).
Today we will present you the most popular brands of cosmetics, which can be purchased in the pharmacy network. Perhaps our information will help you make the right choice. So...
Medical pharmaceutical cosmetics VICHY ("Vichy") - hypoallergenic products created using thermal water from the source Lucas. Its unique mineral composition soothes irritated skin and significantly increases its protective natural properties, activates antioxidant enzymes.
"La Roche-Pose" is a hypoallergenic pharmacy cosmetics, reviews of which are positive. They are usually left by patients suffering from different types of allergies. It includes thermal water enriched with selenium.
Products of the Noreva brand can be used both as ordinary care products and as pharmacy cosmetics for problem skin. It is used for serious dermatological diseases such as psoriasis, dermatitis, acne, eczema.
Optimum tolerance, hypoallergenic composition allow the use of Bioderma products for people of any age, even newborns. It provides maximum skin care for various skin pathologies.
Pharmacy cosmetics for face, scalp and body DUCRAY ("Ducre") in recent years has become a leader among manufacturers of therapeutic cosmetic preparations. The company's assortment of highly effective innovative tools.
Brands of active aesthetic cosmetics
SKINCEUTICALS ("Skin Suites") is a pharmacy cosmetics, reviews about which you can hear from specialists of elite aesthetic clinics and beauty salons. It effectively affects the skin, preventing oxidation processes. First of all, these are antioxidant products and preparations with sun filters.
FILOGRA ("Filogra") - French pharmacy cosmetics, which was one of the first to use the achievements of aesthetic medicine. It includes not only mesotherapy products, but also biological and chemical peels and concentrates that provide effective care for mature skin.
Natural cosmetic
Cosmetics with a perfectly selected combination of natural ingredients, the latest technology and excellent textures - Nuxe. Essential oils, vitamins, fruit acids nourish and restore the skin, relieve irritation, maintain elasticity and youth.
Hypoallergenic products based on essential oils and plant extracts - CAUDALIE ("Kodali"). They act on specific skin problems, and not just provide preventative care.
"Topping" - German cosmetics. It is based on olive oil. The company offers customers tools for everyday additional use and skin and hair care. The company's assortment includes tonic, protective, nourishing products.
Hair care
PHYTO (Fito) is a well-known dermatological brand specializing in the production of high-quality and effective hair care products. All herbal extracts included in the product are optimally dosed.
KLORAN ("Kloran") - these cosmetics include extracts of medicinal plants and herbs (nettle, nasturtium, thistle, makassar, quinine, etc.). In scientific laboratories "Kloran" developed the ideal ratio of these extracts.
Nutricosmetics
The INNEOV Company’s funds (Inneov), in addition to effectively solving hair and skin problems, make up for the existing deficiency of vitamins and useful micro- and macroelements in the human diet. They deliver the necessary amount of active substances to the body.
The Danish line IMEDEEN (Imedin) produces unique complexes for nourishing and improving the condition of the skin. They include active ingredients, collagen, which, like air, is necessary for healthy skin.
Hyaluronic acid
Today, many people know the beneficial effect of this component on the skin condition. What role does she play? Hyaluronic acid has a binding effect on water in the intercellular spaces, helping to increase tissue resistance. One molecule of acid binds and holds about five hundred water molecules around it. She distributes and transports it into tissues. In addition, it is an excellent lubricant for joints, normalizes intraocular pressure.
How Hyaluronic Acid Helps Skin
It is an effective tool for correcting skin changes associated with age. Restores lost elasticity, fights wrinkles and wrinkles. The difficulty lies in the fact that in a cream it is quite difficult to preserve an active acid in a large amount, which can help dehydrated skin.
The choice of quality cosmetics
Pharmacy brands of cosmetics are constantly replenished, so every year it becomes increasingly difficult to make the right choice. It is no secret that even in the pharmacy chain not all cosmetic products are of high quality. When choosing the right tool, pay attention to its percentage. Often, not very conscientious manufacturers go to the trick and include in their products a tiny fraction of hyaluronic acid (one percent or even less). Cosmetologists recommend choosing a product with its daily dose of at least 150 mg. This concentration is not quick to get used to, but the effect will be very noticeable. This justifies the high cost of such drugs. Today, pharmacy cosmetics containing hyaluronic acid are produced by many manufacturers, but it is better to buy products from world famous brands such as OLAY, La Rochy Posay, Lancome, Estee Lauder.
Domestic manufacturers are not far behind. The following companies can be noted:
- "Kosmoteros" - makes face skin products and special dietary supplements.
- "Geltek" - with the help of this cosmetics it is possible to effectively combat superficial wrinkles and get rid of dry skin.
“Plejana” is a company whose products contain only natural components.
- "Mirra" - the composition of the preparations includes biotechnological hyaluronic acid.
By the way, the mentioned component is produced in its pure form (in ampoules). This acid is very effective, as it intensively moisturizes the epidermis. It can be used as an express option when you need to urgently put yourself in order.
The most effective and high-quality cosmetics containing hyaluronic acid are products of Japanese brands Hada Labo, Haru Hada, Sakura. These drugs are admired by women all over the world.
The modern market for pharmaceutical cosmetics is represented by many powerful and effective products aimed at caring for tired, aging skin. They can be used by women of absolutely any age category and with any dermatological problems. With their help, it is quite possible, without the intervention of plastic surgeons, to cope with such problems as sagging skin, its dullness, as well as some types of skin diseases. Now it’s not worth it to “kill” about every newly appeared wrinkle. If you wish, you can stop time and even reverse it.
Contraindications
Like all so-called anti-aging agents, pharmacy cosmetics with hyaluronic acid can have side effects. It is not recommended to use it during pregnancy and lactation, with a tendency to edema. It is not worth using it for more than three months, combining such preparations with cosmetics containing fruit acids is also not recommended.