What is the botanical cosmetics? Cosmetics botanical beauty care products which are the main ingredients derived from plants. Although natural, botanical cosmetics still use chemical additives in the manufacturing process. As the name implies, the main component of botanical cosmetics derived from plants such as vegetables and fruits, from the roots, stems, leaves, fruits, and seeds, which grow both on land and sea. Which of land includes aloe vera, rice flour, green beans, various oils from plants, for example being that of sea kelp. But although natural, plant remains to be investigated first before its usefulness can be used. Chemical test to determine the safety and effectiveness of the chemical structure of a substance in plants is mandatory. Once proven to be useful, we are only able mengujikannya directly to humans in the form of soaps, creams, lotions, or powder.
Direct testing in humans is necessary to know the level of sensitivity of a material. The definition of the level of sensitivity is the ability to cause irritation or allergy on human skin. Advantages of natural cosmetics is cosmetic although this type still retains chemical additives, among others, as emulsifier, its use suppressed minimum. In the botanical cosmetics are manufactured under the supervision of IPB, the amount of chemical additives is usually less than 2%. The advantages of using natural ingredients such as botanical ingredients are naturally contain vitamin E, vitamin A, and antioxidants that serve treat, nourish, soften, and tighten facial skin. While the chemical cosmetics, vitamins and efficacious compounds must be added from outside. Price of natural cosmetics are more expensive and we feel the effects after use for a long time, after several months, depending on skin condition. Natural materials may be more susceptible to microbial contamination.
So we need precision and cleanliness that use natural cosmetics that do not quickly broken. Close tightly after use and store packaging in a dry place, away from direct sun exposure. And do not forget to pay attention to expiration dates of products. Usually between 3 months to 1 year. As in medicine, that is appropriate for one person may not be effective to treat the same disease in others. Natural cosmetics should you choose tailored to the type and skin condition. Before buying, make it a habit to read labels on the composition of foods to discover any material contained therein. Before use, perform the test by applying a product under the jaw face or behind the ear.
