September 3, 2025

Why is it worth using facial tonic?

Facial toner is a cosmetic that is often considered unnecessary. In the meantime, every woman should use it, preferably several times a day. Natural facial toner fulfills important functions in the care of every type of skin: restores the skin's natural pH, prepares for the reception of cream, strongly moisturizes, cares for the complexion, secures and protects. ​ How to choose the right natural facial tonic? There are a lot of new cosmetic brands appearing on the cosmetic market all the time and many of them also offer facial toners. However, they differ in composition, purpose, properties and of course price. When choosing, you should definitely consider your skin type, but you should also analyze the list of ingredients in the face toner. The ideal situation will be when the composition does not include: alcohol, chemical preservatives, dyes, artificial fragrance additives. Oily, greasy or problematic skin with blackheads and enlarged pores requires special attention. A natural facial toner enriched with ingredients that have antibacterial properties, have anti-inflammatory effects and help normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands will be irreplaceable for it. The Asian neem plant, or Indian neem, is a great ingredient in the Neem and Citron Facial Toner. It provides refreshment, regulates overproduction of sebum and creates an unfavorable environment for bacteria on the skin, significantly reducing inflammation and pimples. Difficult to care for combination skin requires specific and varied care. While the skin in the middle, so-called T-zone is oily, on the cheeks it is usually normal or dry. It is worth looking for a natural face toner that will provide balance and properly "take care" of all parts of the face. The Orientana brand has such a natural cosmetic in its offer and it is the Ginger and Lemongrass Face Toner . It will strongly moisturize dry skin, and where a refreshing and sebum-balancing effect is needed, it will do so. In this way, thanks to one natural cosmetic, you can comprehensively deal with toning of complicated combination skin. A fairly universal cosmetic can be a tonic with jasmine, specifically the Jasmine and Green Tea Facial Tonic , which is suitable for all skin types. It will restore the right pH, moisturize wonderfully, soothe any irritations and nourish the skin. Additionally, it will have a rejuvenating effect on the skin or protect it from the first signs of aging. It contains as much as 99.8% natural ingredients and is vegan! Where to find a natural facial tonic? Ayurvedic cosmetics are particularly recommended, among which you can find perfectly composed natural face tonics. For example, the Japanese Rose and Pandan Face Tonic by the Polish manufacturer of natural cosmetics Orientana is based on a traditional Ayurvedic recipe. It will perfectly moisturize even very dry skin that requires regeneration. If we want the face toner to have additional benefits, we can find a toner in an atomizer. This way we do not waste cotton pads and we can also easily spray the toner: I'm necking neckline arms or calves What properties do facial tonics have? Many facial toners are based on hydrolates from flowers or other plants. They have a beneficial effect on the skin not only on its surface, but also in its deeper layers. Additionally, they ideally prepare the skin for the next stages of care. When the skin is treated with a toner, then every natural face cream, face essence or natural serum will have a doubled effect on the complexion. All the extracts contained in them will be absorbed much faster into the skin and "wander" deeper into its layers. This gives a visible care effect and well-moisturized skin, with the correct pH level, will gain a healthy appearance, will be firm and smooth. Additional natural facial tonics: help in skin regeneration give glow to a tired face make the skin smooth and soft They refresh perfectly they can have a gentle aromatherapeutic effect improves mood :)

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August 19, 2025

WHY ORIENTANA GLOW MASKS DO NOT HAVE A PEEL-OFF FORMULA

OUR FIRST APPROACH WITH PEEL-OFF MASKS... While developing the recipe for face masks with plant extracts from the Korean Jeju Islands, we wondered whether it wouldn't be better to use a peel-off type. One of the arguments was the easy removal of the mask from the face. While working on these products, I tested many such masks, but none of them could be removed without a problem. So I wondered where this idea that they were easy to remove came from. Removing such a mask may not require water, but the process of removing it was very painful for my skin. I had the feeling that pulling and peeling it off didn't really suit it. My skin often burned after such masks. WHY DID WE NOT CHOOSE THIS TYPE OF MASKS? When we went to the R&D team with the topic of peel-off masks, our Technologist told us first of all that we would not make a peel-off mask with a natural composition. The fast drying and creation of a coating to be removed from the face in peel-off masks are the responsibility of synthetic polymers, most often Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) or others, e.g. Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer. They create a semi-flexible, rigid coating. To create such a coating, they must occupy about 20% of the formulation, which significantly reduces the naturalness of the cosmetic. In addition, to create a peel-off mask, ethyl alcohol is necessary, which evaporates from the skin surface much faster than water, thanks to which the above-mentioned polymers can solidify. In this type of formulation, it is used in an amount of 5-20% . Theoretically, there are alternatives to alcohol or synthetic thickeners, such as alginates, but masks based on natural alginates should be delivered to the customer in powdered form and mixed with water immediately before use. We wanted to have a mask ready to use. WHAT DOES A DERMATOLOGIST SAY ABOUT PEEL-OFF MASKS? From our lab we went to our dermatologist to definitively confirm that Glow Masks cannot be peel off. The dermatologist drew our attention to the fact that despite marketing information, most peel off masks are very difficult to remove from the skin. What's more, the doctor informed us that dermatologists advise against using them frequently. Peel off masks used regularly not only cause irritation but can also damage the skin. When such a mask adheres tightly to the face, when removing the mask, we stretch the skin, which can lose its firmness as a result. Peel off masks cause a reduction of natural oils in the facial skin, which contributes to dryness and irritation. WHAT ARE NATURAL GLOW ORIENTANA MASKS? As a result of long work and consultations, and also taking into account the arguments that a peel-off mask cannot have such a natural composition that would satisfy us and can irritate and stretch the skin, we have created masks that are washable masks. It is best to wash them off with a sponge soaked in warm water. They wash off without a problem, leaving perfectly cared for and fresh skin.

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August 19, 2025

WHAT NATURAL COSMETICS TO CHOOSE FOR COMBINATION SKIN

DIFFICULT COMBINATION SKIN Combination skin is a very difficult type of skin to care for, which combines two problems - part of the face should be cared for like oily skin, and the rest in a completely different way. This second part of the skin is a dry feature and will be such parts of the face as the cheeks and temples, sometimes even the chin. The oily part is the T-zone, i.e. the forehead, nose and chin. The most common owners of such skin are people in their twenties, who struggled with oily skin in their youth. However, it can also be caused by a disruption of the hydrolipid balance of the skin due to improper facial care. Combination skin requires special care – different parts of the face are cared for in different ways. Those parts of the face that are oily should be normalized, while the rest should be moisturized, regenerated and protected. HOW TO RECOGNIZE THE DRY AREAS OF COMBINATION SKIN? It is best to wash your face with tap water. Where your skin feels unpleasantly tight, taut, flaky and slightly burning, that is where you have dry skin. Usually, it is the cheeks, temples and sometimes the jaw. Often, this mixed skin also requires mixed care, and therefore the use of two different types of cosmetics - for dry and oily skin. It is definitely necessary to apply moisturizing cosmetics to both parts. It is most convenient to use cosmetics that will be dedicated to combination skin, so that there is no need to use two types of products. Such cosmetics should simultaneously normalize and regulate sebum secretion (thus mattifying the skin) and reduce the dryness of the dry parts of the face. WHAT TO CHOOSE FOR COMBINATION SKIN? This type of skin requires hydration in every area, so the face cream should be light, non-greasy and moisturize well. An important element of care for combination skin is peeling – it is best to choose enzymatic or fine-grained. Exfoliation of dead skin is especially important in the T-zone. It is also good to choose a moisturizing and normalizing mask, which we apply after applying the peeling. You can also make the scrub yourself in a very simple way. Here is the recipe: Milk Powder Facial Peeling: Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of powdered milk (skimmed) 1 tablespoon honey Preparation method: mix both ingredients together and then apply the prepared peeling to a slightly damp face. Massage your face with gentle and circular movements for about 2 minutes, then wash off with lukewarm water. Important! Milk powder and honey may cause allergies! We recommend testing on a piece of your face! Cleanse your skin with a mild product, preferably in the form of a foam or gel. Such a product cannot disturb the skin's hydrolipid barrier, irritate it or dry it out. Look for cosmetics with delicate cleansing substances, preferably those with mild cleansing ingredients that are safe for the skin and additionally nourish it. Look for natural cosmetics that have carefully selected ingredients to thoroughly care for beautiful skin in a way that does not destroy it. After removing your makeup and washing your face, remember to always use a toner! It restores the proper pH of our skin and allows for the precise absorption of all the ingredients from the cream into our skin. After toning your skin, immediately pat the cream into it. When it comes to makeup, it is best to choose lighter, medium-coverage formulas for the entire face, and apply a covering mineral powder to the T-zone. A foundation with the consistency of a thick mousse is not suitable for combination skin. WHAT MISTAKES DO WE MAKE WHEN CARE FOR COMBINATION SKIN? Combination skin is not only difficult to identify and care for, but it is also hard to forgive care mistakes. What mistakes do we make most often? the given cosmetics are applied to the wrong parts of the face – you need to take care of dry parts and oily parts of the skin accordingly. If we do not follow this, we will not improve the condition of our skin, but only worsen it, you should not use cosmetics only for oily skin, because they will dry out the dry parts of your skin too much and it may start to flake, when we use too many mattifying and degreasing cosmetics, the skin will start to defend itself and will produce even more sebum. As a result, it will shine more, such skin absolutely cannot be treated with tonic and alcohol! Choose natural cosmetics that will not disturb the lipid balance of the skin! You should not wash your face with soap and water, because the dry parts of your skin will become very tight, flaky and burn unpleasantly. WHICH INGREDIENTS OF NATURAL COSMETICS ARE SUITABLE FOR COMBINATION SKIN? Ginger Lemongrass Neem Turmeric In the Orientana brand offer you will find a whole series of natural cosmetics with Ginger and Lemongrass. There is a facial tonic without alcohol, which will restore the proper pH of your skin. You can also use it during the day as a refreshing mist for your complexion. This is facilitated by the applicator, which sprays the right amount of the cosmetic on the skin. Once a week, apply a cleansing clay mask with a composition of these ingredients to your face. Clay masks contain a huge amount of minerals, an amount that no other cosmetic has. And they are very useful for our skin! Clay masks strongly cleanse, helping to remove skin imperfections, tighten pores, have antibacterial effects and improve the appearance of the skin by brightening. Ginger has antibacterial and antiseborrheic effects. HOW TO SAFELY REMOVE MAKE-UP FROM COMBINATION SKIN AND WHICH CREAM TO CHOOSE FOR DAILY CARE? Remember to cleanse your skin properly. Choose the Nourishing Neem Bio Makeup Remover Oil! It is very friendly to facial skin because it does not damage its hydrolipid barrier. It dissolves impurities perfectly, according to the principle that fats dissolve other fats best. It is suitable for all skin types: combination skin too! – such skin will no longer produce too much sebum to defend itself! After thoroughly removing your makeup with oil, wash your face with the Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam, which will not damage the skin's hydrolipid barrier, supports skin microcirculation, and thus improves the resistance of the epidermal layers to the adverse effects of external factors. For such skin, it is definitely necessary to mattify the shiny T-zone, reduce pores around the nose and strongly moisturize the remaining parts of the face. From the Orientana offer, you can choose the Mulberry and Licorice Cream, with a light consistency based on sunflower oil with the addition of extracts from plants such as mulberry and liquorice. Licorice root oil soothes irritations, has a soothing, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF COMBINATION SKIN AND HOW TO RECOGNIZE IT? pores are visible in the T zone (on the nose, forehead, cheeks), the skin is oily, produces too much sebum in the T-zone, and is rough and dry in other areas of the face, Such skin can be dry and flaky at one moment and also struggle with imperfections and shine in some places. Combination skin often has imperfections (pimples or blackheads) that are most often visible in the T-zone. They are difficult to deal with because drying cosmetics with salicylic acid, zinc or sulfur can cause visible irritation, burning and tightness in the dry part of the face. WHICH ORIENTANA NATURAL COSMETICS SHOULD I CHOOSE FOR COMBINATION SKIN? Orientana has products in its range that allow you to take comprehensive care of your skin. First of all, the most important thing is to thoroughly cleanse the skin. It is worth trying the Nourishing Neem Bio Makeup Remover Oil. The oil is based on Indian neem, which is known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Then wash your skin thoroughly with the Moisturizing Bio Face Wash Foam Japanese Gurdlina. Using Orientana Bio Foam you can be sure that it will not disturb the skin's hydrolipid barrier and will support skin microcirculation. Once we have cleansed our skin properly, safely and naturally, we should take care of its proper toning. Here you will need the Ginger and Lemongrass Facial Toner, which does not contain alcohol, will maintain the microbiological balance of the epidermis, refresh and regenerate the complexion, and will additionally have anti-inflammatory and soothing effects on irritation. When it comes to cream, we recommend the Natural Cream with Snail Slime, which has a strongly regenerating effect, makes the skin more elastic and corrects imperfections. An alternative to the cream can be applying a face oil or bio serum. Sandalwood and Turmeric Face Oil will take care of your complexion very well - it will quickly moisturize and nourish dry areas, and additionally calm down skin imperfections and changes on it. It will give gray, tired skin a glow. And we can also use the Neem and Tulsi Bio Face Serum under the cream. The serum penetrates the deeper layers of the skin, has a strongly concentrated composition, which is composed in such a way as to regulate sebum secretion, as well as nourish and hydrate the skin well. In particular, dry areas of the skin. Its light formula makes the serum absorb immediately. In case of combination skin, do not forget about regular exfoliation, at least once a week. Orientana offers a Gel Peeling with Philippine Algae and Green Tea dedicated specifically to combination skin. Thanks to the content of natural exfoliating particles such as apricot kernels and nut shells, the peeling perfectly exfoliates the epidermis, and at the same time the content of plant extracts nourishes the skin. They will protect against inflammation, regulate the functioning of sebaceous glands, refresh the skin, regenerate the skin and stimulate its protective mechanisms. Orientana also has a wide range of masks that are helpful in the care of this type of skin. The Silk Mask with Philippine Algae and Green Tea, Silk Mask with Snail Slime or the Clay Mask with Ginger and Lemongrass with a strongly cleansing effect will work great. Combination skin care doesn't have to be complicated! Just choose natural cosmetics Orientana, to ensure its good condition and healthy, beautiful appearance.

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