More recently, no one had a clue about the cosmetics of this country, and now it has gained such popularity that eyes are staring from the abundance of products and the number of brands. The list below is based on customer feedback and includes a brief description of the composition, properties and approximate cost.
What cosmetics to bring from India for hair beauty
Trichup brand oils deserve special love. The patented recipe includes a mixture of coconut and sesame seeds. The formula is effective for damaged curls and with increased alopecia. Girls claim that due to regular use, the hair has changed beyond recognition: it has become more shiny, strong, and their growth has accelerated. The average price of a bottle is in the range of 500-600 rubles.
Shampoos from the brand "Dabur" (Dabur Vatika) can be safely called the best sellers in the domestic market of Indian cosmetics. Reviews about each product are extremely enthusiastic, but women’s preferences in choosing a particular product differ. Therefore, choose a product based on your hair type. The prices for the brand assortment are quite budget (up to 350 rubles). Agree, this is a great opportunity to try several options.
For skin beauty
If you are looking for an effective facial cleanser, we suggest paying attention to the product of the Jovees brand - Natural Neem Face Wash. The unique properties of neem tree have been known since ancient times. In large quantities, it contains vitamin E, acids (stearic, oleic, linoleic, palmitic, arachidonic). In cosmetology, the plant is used to moisturize the skin, as well as for antifungal, wound healing and anti-inflammatory purposes. The price is up to 500 rubles.
Reviews of Indian cosmetics strongly discourage returning from travel without a few bottles of rose water. It makes no sense to describe the useful properties of the product - almost everyone knows about them. Local beauties have been using this Ayurvedic product for many centuries. Our girls also appreciated the quality of the goods and identified several brands for themselves. But the undisputed leader in terms of price and quality is the brand Aasha - only 230 rubles per 200 ml.
No less popular is handmade soap with natural extracts of plants and fruits. What is their success? Firstly, a pleasant aroma that takes to the heart of the eastern bazaar, where the smells of numerous spices are mixed. Secondly, pronounced cosmetic effect. For example, saffron, rose, him and turmeric contribute to cell regeneration, moisturizing, nourishing, and also have anti-inflammatory effects.
For eye health and a captivating look
And finally, without which you are unlikely to return from India, it is without antimony. If some scientists call it poison, others admire the wisdom of Ayurveda, which uses the product to treat the skin of the eyelids. In any case, judging by the numerous comments, our compatriots like antimony. Local brands make mascara, eyeliner and kayal from it. The most popular and budget was a pencil from Blue Heaven worth 60 rubles. The only negative is that all cosmetic products from antimony are non-waterproof and can spread under snow and rain. But they perfectly look after the eyes, without causing itching, as many similar tools do.
Famous brands
There are currently several major cosmetics manufacturers in India. It is difficult to understand which one will appeal to you, but in order not to get lost among the proposed variety, we list the popular brands:
- Himalaya Herbals is the most famous brand outside of India, offering an incredibly huge range of skin and hair care products. Products can be found in absolutely any store and even in pharmacies, but experienced shopaholics know that the quality of goods for export differs significantly from those intended for the domestic market. That is why they prefer and recommend to others to buy only in India.
- Swati - despite the high cost, all-natural cosmetics are popular among the local population. In addition to the standard set in the form of shampoos and creams, the brand produces essential oils, which are much cheaper than in Russia.
- Khadi - belongs to the same company as Swati, but is positioned as a premium brand. All-natural products are created according to Ayurveda recipes and, according to reviews, Indian Hadi cosmetics are made by hand. Basically, the assortment is offered in the form of dry mixes in metal jars, which must be diluted with milk, pink or ordinary water before use.
- Jovees - the brand fell in love with domestic customers thanks to the huge selection and the middle price segment. The main favorites are face cleansers, masks and creams for face and eyelids. Pay attention to a series of age-related cosmetics. Judging by the enthusiastic comments, she works miracles.
- Biotique is another favorite of our beauties. The brand’s products cannot be confused with other brands: bright visible packaging and small volume. Among the local population, a collection of face care products with UV protection is a success, and in Russia scrubs, lip balms and, of course, hair oils are used.
These were the most famous and popular brands represented in our cosmetic market. Now let's talk about which brands are preferred by the Indian women themselves.
Shahnaz husain
Shahnaz Hussein is a princess who went against the rules, left her parental home and started working. The founder of the brand is successful and famous. Its products are sold in more than 400 stores around the world, and customers were Michael Jackson and Princess Diana. Such famous personalities as Victoria Beckham, Madonna, Hilary Clinton, Elizabeth Taylor and Valentina Matvienko turned to her. She has hundreds of prizes and awards in the field of cosmetology, thousands of followers who have adopted not only an approach to beauty, but also to life in general.
Indian cosmetics Shahnaz Husain belongs to the premium category and is represented by several collections:
- "Gems". Studies have shown that some types of jewelry can act as the elixir of youth. Active ingredients also include herbal infusions and basma.
- "Diamond Series". These products are based on ingredients such as lotus, orange oil, tankana, cuff, majorica and carrot seeds. The unique composition interferes with the natural aging process, penetrating the deepest layers of the dermis.
- "Stem cells of plants." The action is aimed at updating collagen, biomolecules of hyaluronic acid and elastin.
- "Platinum." It guarantees maximum care at the cellular level. Main components: platinum, aloe vera, cucumber seeds, ginseng, green tea, rose, grapefruit and jojoba and shea butter.
Lady hena
"Lady Henna" is a brand whose name speaks for itself. We are sure that no one will have problems translating the first part, but the second is the English version of the word henna.
Hair care products with this component in the composition can be safely called the sales leaders. But the most popular henna based products are paints. It is not surprising that the company relied specifically on expanding this range.
Today Lady Henna offers two lines of paints:
- Herbal - represented by three natural shades. There are no chemical components in the composition.
- Based on henna - the palette is represented by seven colors from light brown to charcoal black.
The separation of the rulers is directly related to the natural properties of the main component. Natural henna requires a long exposure time - at least three hours. In our rhythm of life, not every girl is able to allocate precious time for hair coloring, so using a safe colorant in the first collection can reduce the procedure to 30 minutes.
The brand also produces classic hair care products for India, including:
- a soap cleaner in the form of soap nut powder;
- natural conditioner for healing and restoration of curls "Lady Henna Shikakai";
- mask to accelerate growth based on amla.
Ayurveda
This word increasingly appears in reviews of Indian cosmetics, but do you know its meaning?
Ayurveda is not only a care product. This is the wisdom that has been teaching people to live in harmony with nature for more than five millennia. Ayurvedic cosmetics appeared when there were no synthetic additives: dyes, sulfates, parabens and flavorings. Therefore, today its main feature is environmentally friendly and natural components.
According to ancient doctrine, the creation of any means must obey strict rules:
- for the preparation of female cosmetics, herbs are collected only by the representatives of the beautiful half of humanity, and male - exclusively strong sex;
- raw materials are collected and processed taking into account the time of day and the lunar cycle;
- plants for future funds are grown on special plantations based on the requirements of organic farming.
The three best brands of Ayurvedic cosmetics
1. Forest Essensials.
The brand concept is built around one principle - only natural oils and extracts. In the composition of the products there is always spring water and plants grown deep in the forests. Moreover, it is produced not in the factories familiar to us, but in several Himalayan villages. You can be sure of naturalness, so feel free to use it even with very sensitive skin.
2. Himalaya Herbals.
As it turned out, the well-known and time-tested brand is Ayurvedic. In addition, the brand’s assortment has special medications that cleanse the body from the inside and make the skin smooth and clean, and hair shiny.
3. Kama Ayurveda.
It appeared on the market only a few years ago, but high quality quickly gained the love and trust of customers. Today "Kama Ayurveda" is the top brand of India, the products of which are nice to even just pick up: exquisite packaging made in the best traditions of local decor.
Biotic
The basis for the creation of Indian cosmetics Biotique served as centuries-old Ayurvedic recipes, but using modern technologies and scientific developments. The action of all products is not aimed at masking the imperfections of hair and skin, but at treatment and the complete elimination of problems.
Founder of the brand Vinita Jane is considered one of the most respected and influential entrepreneurs in the country. She grew up in a wealthy family that owned its own tea plantations. After graduation, the girl went to Switzerland, where she studied biotechnology.
Today, Biotique Botanicals employs an entire army of Swiss cosmetologists, scientists and Ayurvedic doctors. Their work and main goal is to create means that must be harmonious with the laws of nature. Brand products are completely natural, do not contain preservatives, chemicals and do not pass animal testing. Even packaging is subject to 100% recycling.
Anariti
The Amsarveda brand is owned by Amsar, which in Russia is known as Anariti. Cosmetics brand has an organic certification of the components, which confirms the high quality.
Benefits:
- For production, only the best oils and plant extracts collected in their natural habitat are used.
- Amsar is the oldest producer. Since 1963, the company has been engaged in research and study of ancient Ayurvedic recipes, as well as the development of innovative technologies.
- All cosmetics have a natural composition, without chemical and synthetic additives.
- Product performance is clinically proven.
Khimani
One of the best companies to create Ayurvedic products for body and face care. The brand belongs to Emami and has long taken its rightful place in the domestic cosmetics market.
The most popular products of this brand are:
1. Cream "Boro Plus" (India) for legs, arms, elbows and body. The vitamin-rich composition has a soothing effect, relieves irritation and inflammation, helps restore the weathered dermis, and also fights acne and helps heal wounds, scars and sunburns.
2. Himami hair oil. The unique product successfully fights dandruff, relieves pain, cools the scalp and even helps improve brain function. Excellent prophylaxis for root strengthening and treatment of the initial stage of alopecia.
Actual question: is it expensive?
No, if you visited India as a tourist and want to stock up on hair, body and face products. In most cases, local cosmetics are more than affordable. However, do not rush to buy everything that comes in your way. Firstly, some products have a short shelf life. Secondly, always read the composition, as many components may be unknown or not at all due to individual intolerance.
And if you want to buy Indian cosmetics in Moscow, then be prepared to pay a lot of money for it. The main role in the formation of the price tag is played by import costs. And the sellers themselves are well aware of which products are most effective and demonstrate the first results after several applications. Therefore, they increase the cost and do not worry, since there are clients in any case.