Since time immemorial, humans have used the power of plants to tackle multiple skincare concerns. In fact, ancient Egyptians concocted their own sun protection by blending lupine, jasmine and rice bran extracts into a paste that was then applied to their skin to shield themselves from the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Also, in the middle ages women would apply an ointment made of Cowslip flowers to get rid of spots and wrinkles. In recent years however, many skincare companies have begun using synthetic ingredients because they are faster and cheaper to produce. Having said this, there are still many companies that believe natural plant extracts are superior to synthetic ones – SYLVECO is one of these!
Who is SYLVECO?
SYLVECO is a Polish manufacturer of natural cosmetics, created out of passion for the richness of the surrounding nature. Their mission is to promote living in harmony with nature by creating natural and human-friendly cosmetics.
SYLVECO’s products contain natural, chemically unprocessed raw plant materials and extracts of herbs that are native to Poland. Their carefully selected ingredients and refined recipes guarantee the excellent quality of the cosmetics they offer.
This company has multiple brands within it. Each brand focuses on different skincare issues. Some of their brands include:
- Biolaven – a range of hair, body and skin care products based around the relaxing, antiseptic and soothing properties of the lavender plant.
- ALOESOVE – a series of cosmetics based on the highest quality aloe extract, obtained from organic farming and certified by the EU for organic farming.
- FeedSKIN – a simple skincare range to suit all skin types. Each product is fragrance free and made from 100% plant derived ingredients.
- Vianek – a series of products for face, body and hair care that are made with native Polish flowers and herbs.
What Makes SYLVECO Different?
Now let’s take a quick look at some of the qualities of SYLVECO’s products that makes them stand out from other skincare brands.
Key Benefits of Their Products:
- Free from artificial colours and fragrances
- Free from synthetic preservatives such as parabens
- Free from raw materials made of crude oil or its derivatives
- Free from silicone oils or glycols
- Free from unnecessary thickening and stabilising substances that burden the skin
- They are hypoallergenic and safe for the skin
- They are not tested on animals
Main Ingredients Used in their Products:
- Raw vegetable oils (cold pressed) and waxes – which work as gentle emollients
- Vegetable butters (also virgin) – these naturally protect the skin against solar radiation
- Plant extracts – which have many valuable care and healing properties
- Active birch bark extract – contains multidirectional beneficial effects
Which SYLVECO Brand is Right for You?
Deciding on a skincare brand can be a difficult task as there are so many options. Let’s look at each brand more closely to help you decide which one is right for you.
Biolaven – All Skin Types, Anti-Aging Properties
This range of products is suitable for all skin types, however, they are particularly well suited to those looking to fight signs of aging. They are distinguished by two characteristic active ingredients – lavender oil and grape seed oil. Lavender oil gives a sweet herbal and floral aroma, and also relaxes, soothes skin irritations and has anti-seborrhoeic properties. Grape seed oil is a rich source of vitamin E, known as the vitamin of youth. In combination with other ingredients – avocado butter, vegetable squalane, panthenol, oat proteins – these cosmetics strengthen the natural protective barrier of the skin, accelerate regeneration, and normalize the secretion of sebum. When used systematically, they allow you to enjoy smooth, moisturised and nourished skin.
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ALOESOVE – Sensitive & Dehydrated Skin
ALOESOVE cosmetics are not comedogenic (meaning they won’t clog your pores) and can be used by all skin types. They are dedicated primarily to skin that requires strong hydration, without overloading the skin. They can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. These are products for basic face, body and hair care. Aloe extract, which is their base ingredient, comes from organic farming, and its quality is confirmed by the IASC (International Aloe Science Council) mark. Aloe is one of the best-known plant raw materials – it intensely moisturises, soothes redness, makes the skin elastic and regenerates.
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FeedSKIN – Anti-Aging, Dryness, Redness & Signs of Congestion
This particular skincare range is designed for people who want a simple, no nonsense skincare routine. The products are fragrance free and are made with 100% natural plant ingredients. The feedSKIN range contains:
- Serums – there are six different serums to treat different skin concerns, such as aging, redness and acne.
- Toners – there are three different toners that you can freely combine with your selected serum for a specific skin problem.
- Base Products – micellar water, face wash gel and occlusive face cream.
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Vianek – All Skin Types
As we mentioned above, VIANEK is a skincare brand whose products are based entirely on native Polish flowers and herbs. This brand has products for all skin types and to treat multiple skin concerns. They have six series of products for face, body and hair care, which are distinguished by the colour:
Blue Series – Moisturising
The products in this series are characterised by a strong moisturising effect. This series includes face, body and hair care products and are especially for people who are prone to dryness.
The products of the moisturising series contain the following active ingredients:
- Dandelion leaf & root extracts – protects the skin against early signs of aging, regenerates and has antioxidant properties.
- Coltsfoot leaf extract – creates a protective layer on the skin, moisturises and soothes irritations.
- Broad-leaved linden flower extract – soothes skin irritations, moisturises and protects.
- Acacia robinia flower extract – slows down the aging process of the skin, destroys free radicals.
- Oat herb extract – contains soothing and moisturising properties.
- Linseed extract – has a protective and strong moisturising effect due to mucilage compounds.
- Wheat germ oil – contains large amounts of vitamin E, which is a strong antioxidant, stimulates skin cells to grow faster, nourishes and is especially recommended for dry, dehydrated and mature skin.
- Grape seed oil – lightly greases and moisturises the skin, improves its tension and slows down the aging process.
- Shea butter – protects and strengthens the water-lipid barrier of the skin, which improves its elasticity, strongly moisturises and nourishes the skin.
- Cocoa butter – is very well absorbed by the skin, has a moisturising and protective effect.
- Urea – is a component of the natural skin moisturising factor (NMF), it has a softening and elasticising effect.
- Sodium lactate – is part of the NMF, softens, moisturises and increases skin elasticity.
- Wheat proteins – have the ability to bind water and have a regenerating effect.
- Oat proteins – penetrate the stratum corneum, where they bind water, showing a protective, moisturising and strengthening effect.
- Xylitol – has a moisturising effect, while strengthening the protective functions of the skin.
- Hyaluronic acid – in the form of sodium salt, found naturally in the body, especially in connective tissue, has the ability to bind large amounts of water, ensuring skin hydration and proper functioning of cells.
- Panthenol – strongly binds water in the skin, transforms from provitamin into vitamin B5 in the skin, protects the skin against irritation.
- Vitamin E – is a natural preservative, prevents oxidation of the oil phase of the cosmetic, and is also an antioxidant, thanks to which it protects the lipids of the epidermis from damage.
Moisturising Micellar Cleansing Water
Green Series – Refreshing, Energising & Detoxifying
The products in this series are characterised by a cleansing, refreshing and detoxifying effect. They are intended for body care, for all skin types but particularly those prone to congestion and breakouts.
The products of the energising series contain the following active ingredients:
- Extracts of mint leaves, lemon balm and sage – have a cleansing, refreshing, soothing effect, and support skin detoxification.
- Apple extract – is rich in fruit acids, mineral salts and sugars, it is an antioxidant, it also facilitates the penetration of active substances into the deeper layers of the skin.
- Olive oil – is a source of squalene, it cares for the skin and supports its cleansing processes.
- Shea butter – protects and strengthens the water-lipid barrier of the skin, which improves its elasticity, strongly moisturises and nourishes the skin.
- Eucalyptus oil – is a strong antiseptic, refreshing and stimulating.
- Xylitol – has a moisturising effect, while strengthening the protective functions of the skin.
- Panthenol – strongly binds water in the skin, transforms from provitamin into vitamin B5 in the skin, protects the skin against irritation.
- Vitamin E – is a natural preservative, prevents oxidation of the oil phase of the cosmetic, and is also an antioxidant, thanks to which it protects the lipids of the epidermis from damage.
Orange Series – Nutritious
The products in this series are characterised by a strong nourishing effect. They are intended for body care, for all skin types. The moisturising ingredients make this series very well suited to people with dry or dehydrated skin.
The products of the nutritional series contain the following active ingredients:
- Chicory root extract – rich in inulin (a natural prebiotic) and vitamins, moisturises and soothes.
- Honey extract – is a wealth of vitamins and nutrients.
- Goose cinquefoil herb extract – has a soothing and protective effect.
- Marigold flower extract – rich in carotenoids, flavonoids and mucus compounds, has strengthening and protective properties.
- Linseed extract – has a protective and strong moisturising effect due to mucilage compounds.
- Apricot kernel oil – rich in vitamins, incl. A and E, strongly moisturises and nourishes the skin.
- Sea buckthorn oil – thanks to the high content of carotenoids and vitamin E, has a strong nourishing and revitalising effect.
- Soy lecithin – is a source of phospholipids, protects against transepidermal water loss, helps active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin.
- Beeswax – responsible for smoothing, lubricating and moisturising the skin, it is an excellent protective barrier preventing it from drying out.
- Cocoa butter – is very well absorbed by the skin, has a moisturising and protective effect.
- Avocado butter – strongly moisturises and tones the skin, accelerates regeneration, soothes irritations caused by environmental factors.
- Honey – has a strong nourishing and moisturising effect on the skin and hair.
- Panthenol – strongly binds water in the skin, transforms from provitamin into vitamin B5 in the skin, protects the skin against irritation.
- Vitamin E – is a natural preservative, prevents oxidation of the oil phase of the cosmetic, and is also an antioxidant, thanks to which it protects the lipids of the epidermis from damage.
Red Series – Firming & Anti-Wrinkle
The products in this series are characterised by a strong firming effect. They are suitable for all skin types but particularly those looking to fight signs of aging.
The firming series products contain the following active ingredients:
- Blackthorn and mallow flower extracts – have anti-aging, antioxidant and strengthening properties.
- Blusz leaf extract – is a wealth of ingredients with a regenerating and strengthening effect.
- Evening primrose oil – rich source of essential fatty acids, especially GLA acid, supports skin regeneration, softens and smoothes.
- Cinnamon oil – strongly stimulates blood circulation, increasing the blood supply to the skin, which has strong warming properties, helps fight excess body fat and cellulite.
- Soy lecithin – is a source of phospholipids, protects against transepidermal water loss, helps active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin.
- Urea – is a component of the natural skin moisturising factor (NMF), it has a softening and elasticising effect.
- Panthenol – strongly binds water in the skin, transforms from provitamin into vitamin B5 in the skin, protects the skin against irritation.
- Vitamin E – is a natural preservative, prevents oxidation of the oil phase of the cosmetic, and is also an antioxidant, thanks to which it protects the lipids of the epidermis from damage.
Pink Series – Relaxing & Soothing
The products in this series are characterised by a soothing and regenerating effect. They are suitable for all skin types but the gentle, soothing ingredients make this series well suited to people with sensitive skin.
The products of the soothing series contain the following active ingredients:
- Valerian and Echinacea extracts – rich in compounds with a protective and strengthening effect, counteracting early signs of skin aging.
- Chamomile flower extract – has a strong soothing effect, accelerates regeneration processes, brings relief in case of irritation.
- Coconut oil – is a source of saturated fatty acids, strongly regenerates dry and irritated skin, and supports skin defence processes.
- Beeswax – responsible for smoothing, lubricating and moisturising the skin, it is an excellent protective barrier preventing it from drying out.
- Panthenol – strongly binds water in the skin, transforms from provitamin into vitamin B5 in the skin, protects the skin against irritation.
- Vitamin E – is a natural preservative, prevents oxidation of the oil phase of the cosmetic, and is also an antioxidant, thanks to which it protects the lipids of the epidermis from damage.
Violet Series – Soothing & Strengthening
The products in this series are characterised by a strong soothing and strengthening effect. They are intended for body care, for all skin types, especially those prone to redness & irritation.
The products of the soothing series contain the following active ingredients:
- Blackberry and chestnut fruit extract – antioxidant and strengthening properties.
- Lingonberry leaf extract – antioxidant and protective compounds.
- Lavender oil – soothes and puts the body into a state of relaxation.
- Squalane – antioxidant that prevents UV damage and has a regenerating and stimulating effect on skin cells.
- Sweet almond oil – softens, nourishes and tones the skin, perfectly cares for sensitive and very dry skin, prone to redness.
- Beeswax – responsible for smoothing, lubricating and moisturising the skin, it is an excellent protective barrier preventing it from drying out.
- Avocado butter – strongly moisturises and tones the skin, accelerates regeneration, soothes irritations caused by environmental factors.
- Allantoin – soothes irritations.
- Panthenol – strongly binds water in the skin, transforms from provitamin into vitamin B5 in the skin, protects the skin against irritation.
- Vitamin E – is a natural preservative, prevents oxidation of the oil phase of the cosmetic, and is also an antioxidant, thanks to which it protects the lipids of the epidermis from damage.
Fortifying 2-In-1 Micellar Water And Toner
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