Appendix 2 Plants and Natural Compounds

Since ancient times, people have tried to study nature in order to subsequently apply the acquired knowledge to preserve health and beauty. Today we can use cosmetics that contain natural and most effective ingredients of plant and mineral origin.

In this article we will look at some natural plants and compounds that are widely used in cosmetology and have unique skin care properties.

Allantoin
Allantoin is a natural compound found in the roots of comfrey. It is an indispensable component of cosmetics, eliminates flaking, enhances skin regeneration and is a moisturizer. Allantoin also has anti-inflammatory properties and helps protect the skin from negative environmental influences.

Aloe
Aloe is a well-known moisturizer that improves blood circulation, has an anti-inflammatory effect, relieves irritation and stimulates the regeneration process of skin cells. It has a cleansing and refreshing effect, and aloe contains elements that the skin loses as a result of stressful situations. This plant helps their recovery.

Angelica sinensis (angelica or angelica)
Angelica sinensis is a plant that contains an essential oil, the main component of which is phellanderene. Angelica extract has an anti-inflammatory effect, soothes the skin, relieves tension and has antimicrobial properties.

Bisabolol
Bisabolol is found in chamomile essential oil. It perfectly relieves skin irritation and is used as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic component, has a calming and softening effect.

Seaweed
Seaweed contains many amino acids, vitamins and microelements. Algae extracts help remove toxins, stimulate and regenerate the skin, have an antioxidant effect and have a nourishing and moisturizing effect.

Witch hazel (witch hazel)
Witch hazel extract contains galonic acid and glucose. It has an astringent, tonic effect, causes vasoconstriction and is an antiseptic.

Hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is a natural component found in the human body. It helps retain moisture in the skin, moisturizes it and makes it more elastic. Hyaluronic acid also speeds up the process of skin cell regeneration and helps protect it from negative environmental influences.

Yeast
Yeast contains many B vitamins, amino acids and other nutrients. Yeast extract promotes the regeneration of skin cells, improves its condition, makes it firmer and more elastic.

Ginseng
Ginseng is a plant that contains many beneficial substances, including glycosides, xanthoxyls, saponins, etc. Ginseng extract improves blood microcirculation in the skin, accelerates the process of cell regeneration, has an antioxidant effect and helps protect the skin from the negative effects of the environment.

Caffeine
Caffeine is a component found in coffee beans and tea leaves. It has a stimulating effect, moisturizes the skin and promotes vasoconstriction, which reduces swelling and improves blood microcirculation. Caffeine is also an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radicals.

Turmeric
Turmeric contains curcumin, which is anti-inflammatory and helps reduce skin irritation. It also improves skin color, accelerates cell regeneration and helps reduce wrinkles.

Lime
Lime is a fruit that contains vitamin C, antioxidants and other nutrients. Lime extract has an antibacterial effect, improves skin tone and reduces the appearance of pores.

Avocado oil
Avocado oil is rich in vitamins A, D and E, fatty acids and other nutrients. It moisturizes the skin, accelerates cell regeneration and helps reduce wrinkles.

Jojoba oil
Jojoba oil contains fatty acids, vitamins E and B, antioxidants and other nutrients. It moisturizes the skin, improves its elasticity and helps protect it from negative environmental influences.

Olive oil
Olive oil is rich in vitamins A, D and E, fatty acids and other nutrients. It moisturizes the skin, accelerates the process of cell regeneration and helps