Face cream in the morning, body lotion after the shower, toothpaste at night: personal care is part of every day.
Here you will find cosmetics for every area, from hand cream and shampoo to sunscreen. Many brands rely on plant oils and plant extracts, and some carry a natural cosmetics seal.
On this page you will learn what terms like natural and organic cosmetics really mean, how to read the ingredient list and what to keep in mind when using the products.
Care by area
Choose the area you are looking for. Each subcategory shows all matching products.
Facial careCreams, serums and cleansing for the faceView →
Skin careCreams, balms and oils for the whole bodyView →
Body lotionLight lotions for after the showerView →
Hand careHand creams and balmsView →
Foot careCreams and baths for the feetView →
Lip careLip balms and care sticksView →
Eye careCare for the delicate skin around the eyesView →
Hair careShampoo, conditioner and hair oilView →
Shower gelShower gels and shower balmsView →
SoapSolid soaps for hands and bodyView →
Bath additivesBath salts and bath oilsView →
SunscreenSun protection with SPFView →
Dental careToothpaste, mouth oil and oral careView →
Baby careGentle care for the little onesView →
Cosmetics, natural cosmetics, organic cosmetics: what the terms mean
The three words sound similar, but they are not regulated in the same way.
Cosmetics
Any product for caring for and cleaning skin, hair, nails, lips and teeth. In the EU, the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 governs safety, labelling and the ingredient list. This applies to every product in this category.
Natural cosmetics
Not defined by law. What counts as natural cosmetics is set by private seals such as NATRUE or COSMOS NATURAL: for example natural raw materials, permitted processing and avoiding certain synthetic substances.
Organic cosmetics
Not regulated by law either. Seals such as COSMOS ORGANIC or NATRUE at organic level define how high the share of ingredients from certified organic farming must be.
Good to know: Whether a product carries a seal is shown on the packaging and on the product page. A seal assesses raw materials and production.
Brands in our range
In this category you will find cosmetics from Kneipp, Himalaya, Aquatadeus Biokosmetik, Cosmoterra, Dr. Ewald Töth, Cosphera, anatis Naturprodukte, Sanct Bernhard, Arthrobene, CBD-Vital, Espara, PANACEO and Wüstensalz LUT, among others. Use the "Manufacturer" filter above the product list to show the products of one brand only.
Keep browsing: all products from Aquatadeus Biokosmetik on their own brand page, care and massage oils in the OILS category.
Reading ingredients: how to understand the INCI list
Every cosmetics package lists its ingredients using the international INCI system. Four rules make it easier to read.
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Order by quantity
The ingredient with the largest share comes first. Ingredients below 1% may be listed at the end in any order.
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Aqua means water
If Aqua comes first, the product is a water-based cream or lotion. Ointments and balms often start with an oil or wax.
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Plants in Latin
Plant ingredients are listed by their botanical name, for example Calendula officinalis for marigold or Butyrospermum parkii for shea butter.
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Fragrances named individually
Certain fragrance ingredients such as Limonene, Linalool or Citral must be listed individually above a small amount. This helps anyone who reacts to specific fragrances.
Three myths that refuse to go away
Myth 1
"Natural automatically means well tolerated."
Fact: Plant extracts and essential oils can also irritate the skin or trigger allergies. That is why fragrance allergens appear in the ingredient list.
Myth 2
"Preservatives have no place in good cosmetics."
Fact: Water-based creams need protection against germs, otherwise they spoil quickly. The EU Cosmetics Regulation sets out which substances and amounts are permitted.
Myth 3
"Natural cosmetics is a protected term."
Fact: The term is not defined by law. Binding rules only apply where a seal such as NATRUE or COSMOS has been awarded.
Using products safely
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Test on a small area first
Apply new products to the inside of your elbow first and wait a day, especially if your skin is sensitive.
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Check the shelf life after opening
The open-jar symbol with a number and M (for example 12 M) shows how many months the product can be used after opening.
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Protect eyes and mucous membranes
Keep creams, gels and oils away from the eyes. If anything gets in, rinse with clear water.
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Read the directions on the pack
Amount, frequency and notes are listed on every product page. For babies, only use products intended for babies.
Frequently asked questions
In short
Cosmetics covers all care for skin, hair and teeth. Natural and organic cosmetics are not legal terms; only a seal is binding.
TO TAKE AWAY
- The ingredient list starts with the ingredient with the largest share.
- Seals such as NATRUE or COSMOS are shown on the packaging and product page.
- Test new products on a small area first.
- The open-jar symbol shows the shelf life after opening.
Note: The products in this category are cosmetic products for cleansing and care under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. They are not medicinal products. Please observe the directions and warnings on each product page.