Many travelers call Thailand a girls' paradise. In Koh Samui, Pattaya or Phuket, a huge amount of natural cosmetics is sold at very attractive prices. The editors of the site "bestx.htgetrid.com/en/" have prepared for you a rating of the most popular Thai cosmetics that you should bring with you from vacation.
Hair products
Thai hair care cosmetics are hugely popular with tourists. The reason lies in the unique combination of natural herbal ingredients. Correct use of shampoos, masks, oils and balms gives amazing results. It is only important to make sure that there is no individual intolerance. Introducing the five most popular products.
| Name | A type | Bio base | Main action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banna treatment mangosteen | balm mask | mangosteen | restoration of dry, damaged, weakened hair. |
| Banna Treatment Black Sesame Seeds | mask | black sesame, papaya, egg yolk | strengthening, nutrition, prevents split ends and early appearance of gray hair. |
| Nimporn hair shampoo bergamot | shampoo-puree | bergamot | fights premature hair loss, normalizes the sebaceous glands. |
| Jinda herbal shampoo | shampoo | clitoris, litsey sticky | against loss. |
| Saibua butterfly pea shampoo | shampoo | clitoris | accelerates hair growth, prevents the early appearance of gray hair. |
Banna treatment mangosteen
The fifth line of the rating is occupied by a regenerating hair mask-mask with mangosteen. The consistency is reminiscent of thick pink-lilac yoghurt. Suitable for dry, weakened, damaged strands. Available in 300 ml round screw-top jars. The exposure time is 5-10 minutes. The average cost is about 80-85 baht, when buying via the Internet from 280 to 400 rubles.
Advantages:
- pleasant tactile sensations;
- easily spreads over wet strands;
- moisturizes, makes hair soft, manageable;
- makes combing easier;
- helps in the fight against dandruff.
Disadvantages:
- not 100% natural composition;
- very bright fruity smell.
Banna Treatment Black Sesame Seeds
In fourth place is a nourishing mask for all hair types with black sesame extract. Available in 300 ml jars. The mass is gray-blue in color, its consistency resembles an airy cream. Improves scalp microcirculation, accelerates hair growth, prevents split ends and early appearance of gray hair. The average cost is 70-75 baht, in online stores - about 300 rubles.
Advantages:
- easy to apply;
- contains papaya extract;
- nice smell;
- economically spent;
- moisturizes;
- makes hair soft, smooth and shiny;
- facilitates subsequent styling.
Disadvantages:
- the packaging has no protection against opening;
- not 100% natural composition.
Nimporn hair shampoo bergamot
The third line of the rating is occupied by shampoo-puree with bergamot. Available in a simple 200 ml or 400 ml transparent plastic bottle with a green cap. The shampoo is very thick, mushy, green-brown in color. Average cost: about 56 baht, in online stores: from 300 rubles.
Advantages:
- strengthens hair follicles, reduces hair loss;
- nourishes the scalp, improves microcirculation;
- normalizes the sebaceous glands;
- pleasant herbal aroma with citrus notes;
- gives volume and softness to curls;
- foams well on contact with water;
- protects against harmful factors (sea salt, sun).
Disadvantages:
- not a convenient dispenser;
- dries the tips a little;
- can dye blonde hair;
- contains SLS.
Jinda herbal shampoo
In second place is Jinda herbal anti-hair loss shampoo. The tool is positioned as a curative, so it must be left to act for 10 minutes. Works best when paired with a conditioner of the same brand. Available in a small 250 ml plastic bottle. The liquid is transparent green, medium foaming. Cost: about 90-100 baht, when ordering via the Internet: from 400 rubles.
Advantages:
- convenient dispenser;
- activates dormant follicles, accelerates hair growth;
- nourishes the scalp, improves microcirculation;
- strengthens the roots;
- gives softness to curls;
- pleasant herbal smell.
Disadvantages:
- not suitable for dry, thin hair (dries the ends);
- contains SLS.
Saibua butterfly pea shampoo
The first place is given to shampoo for accelerating hair growth with clitoris extract. Matte white 390 ml bottle with white cap. The shampoo is thick, bluish-black with a pleasant herbal scent. It nourishes the scalp, improves microcirculation, prevents premature hair loss and the appearance of gray hair. To achieve the effect, it is required to leave for 5-7 minutes after application. Average cost: about 90 baht, in online stores: from 350 rubles.
Advantages:
- cleans well;
- improves the nutrition of the skin and hair follicles;
- prevents early loss and awakens dormant follicles;
- gives softness and shine to curls;
- with prolonged use, not only prevents the early appearance of gray hair, but also slightly returns the lost color;
- lathers well and rinses off.
Disadvantages:
- may darken light curls a little;
- contains SLS.
Face cosmetics
When traveling in Thailand, be sure to pay attention to facial cosmetics. Masks, creams, scrubs, tonics based on fruits and medicinal plants will delight even the most picky beauties. Here are the five products with the most positive reviews.
| Name | A type | Active substance | Main action |
|---|---|---|---|
| TROPICANA Natural Coconut Lip Balm | lip balm | coconut oil, shea, castor oil, aloe vera extract | moisturizing, heals small cracks; creates protection. |
| Dr. Somchai Acne Foaming Cleanser | cleansing foam | witch hazel extract, salicylic acid | prevention and treatment of acne. |
| Black Peel Off Mask Cute Charcoal Moods | film mask | bamboo charcoal, angelica sharp-fruited, wormwood hairy bamboo extract | removal of blackheads, decongestant, lifting. |
| Phutawan Magic Cocon Facial Soap | soap scrub | silkworm cocoon, royal jelly, soap base | cleansing, soft peeling, moisturizing. |
| Natural Herb Snail Cucumber Cream | cream | snail mucin, collagen, cucumber and aloe vera extracts | anti-aging, lifting, moisturizing, whitening. |
TROPICANA Natural Coconut Lip Balm
The fifth line is occupied by a moisturizing lip balm based on coconut oil from one of the most famous Thai cosmetic companies. Produced in a transparent round jar (10 g) with a screw cap, additionally packed in a neat cardboard box. The balm has a good moisturizing, protective and wound healing effect. The base of a combination of beeswax, carnauba, candelilla wax and coconut oil is supplemented with aloe vera extract, shea butter. You can choose a product with the addition of mango, banana, pomegranate, cherry. Average cost: about 20 baht, in online stores: from 250 rubles.
Advantages:
- natural base;
- soft but dense texture;
- you can choose several flavors;
- pleasant aroma;
- well moisturizes and softens the skin of the lips;
- protects from the harmful effects of wind, sun, cold;
- heals small cracks;
- can be used as a base before applying lipstick.
Disadvantages:
- form of release, not convenient for application.
Dr. Somchai Acne Foaming Cleanser
On the fourth line is a cleansing foam for the face against acne. Available in 150 ml dispenser bottles. It contains salicylic acid and witch hazel extract. Has a drying, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, regenerating effect. Average cost: about 300 baht, when ordering on specialized sites of Thai cosmetics: from 800 rubles.
Advantages:
- cleans well;
- helps to quickly cope with acne;
- normalizes the sebaceous glands;
- accelerates the recovery processes of the skin without scarring;
- pleasant light texture;
- convenient dispenser.
Disadvantages:
- with prolonged use, it greatly dries sensitive areas of the skin;
- there is a whitening effect, which is very veiled.
Black Peel Off Mask Cute Charcoal Moods
The third place was given to the film mask with bamboo charcoal. Suitable for thorough care of oily, combination and problem skin. The mask is jet black, gel-like. After application, a thin black film forms on the face. The exposure time is 30 minutes. The mask does not need to be washed off, the film is removed by hand from the bottom up. High efficiency is ensured by a well-chosen combination of anti-inflammatory herbs (in the composition of angelica acute, wormwood, bamboo extract). Available in stylish black 130 gram tube. The average cost is about 130 baht, in online stores: from 400 rubles.
Advantages:
- easy to apply;
- removes blackheads;
- effective in combating acne;
- has a slight anti-edema and lifting effect;
- moisturizes the skin;
- pleasant unobtrusive smell.
Disadvantages:
- the removal process is accompanied by partial epilation of the vellus hair.
Phutawan Magic Cocoon Facial Soap
In second place is a soap-scrub for the face with a silkworm cocoon. The silk cocoon is impregnated with a cleansing soap composition, collagen serum and royal jelly. In a jar there are 22-24 solid soaps, pleasant golden yellow color, hollow inside. Before use, soak in warm water for 2-3 minutes. Natural silk protein (sericin) is effective in combating irritation, redness, pigmentation, acne. The soap cocoon has the properties of a soft scrub, easily exfoliates dead cells, initiates recovery processes, tightens pores, gives firmness and elasticity, evens out the skin's relief. Average cost: about 194 baht, on Thai cosmetics sites: from 700 rubles.
Advantages:
- cleans well;
- soft peeling;
- moisturizes;
- helps fight premature skin aging;
- narrows the pores;
- convenient packaging;
- economically consumed (recommended frequency of procedures is 1-2 per week).
Disadvantages:
- the diameter of the hole is about 1 cm, people with a large hand need an additional device for massage-peeling;
- may cause allergic reactions.
Natural Herb Snail Cucumber Cream
The first place is taken by a cream for wrinkles with snail mucus. An anti-aging formula with snail mucin, collagen, cucumber and aloe vera extracts heals, moisturizes, accelerates cell renewal, tightens, fights redness and pigmentation. The cream is white, viscous, viscous. Available in a 100 ml jar. Average cost: about 220 baht, in online stores it varies from 450 to 900 rubles.
Advantages:
- suitable for sensitive skin care;
- easy to apply, quickly absorbed;
- does not leave a sticky, shiny feeling;
- moisturizes;
- stimulates collagen production;
- makes pigmentation, stars and fine expression lines less noticeable;
- light aroma.
Disadvantages:
- may cause an allergic reaction.
Body cosmetics
Shops in Thai resorts are full of body care cosmetics with natural ingredients and revitalizing effects. Introducing the five most popular products.
| Name | A type | Active substance | Main action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural SP beauty & makeup Coconut Spa body scrub | dry scrub | coconut flakes, Coconut oil, pearl powder | mild exfoliating effect, moisturizing. |
| BuaSri Noni Soap | soap | nonny juice, honey, coconut and palm oils | cleansing, clarification. |
| Grace crystal | deodorant | aluminum alum | deodorizes; antibacterial, soothes itching and irritation. |
| Banna body lotion | lotion | extracts of Thai flowers and fruits | moisturizing, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, whitening. |
| Nature Republic Aloe Vera Body Gel After Sun | gel | aloe vera | moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, calming, accelerates the regenerative processes in the skin. |
Natural SP beauty & makeup Coconut Spa body scrub
The fifth line of the rating is occupied by a body scrub with natural coconut flakes. This gentle scrub is suitable for sensitive, dry and normal skin. Coconut fibers are infused with coconut oil, enriched with sea salt and pearl powder. Packaged in a plastic bottle (volume 500 ml) with a wide neck and a screw cap. The shavings are dry, crumbly. Before use, you need to mix the product with honey, lotion, fruit juice, oil. Average cost: about 280 baht, in online stores the price varies from 950 to 1300 rubles.
Advantages:
- natural composition;
- mild exfoliating effect;
- pleasant aroma;
- economically spent;
- softens and moisturizes;
- after application, the skin is soft, velvety, without irritation.
Disadvantages:
- requires preliminary preparation of the scrub before use.
BuaSri Noni Soap
The fourth line is occupied by natural soap with nonni extract. A hundred-gram bar of cream color with small dark splashes is packed in plastic wrap with a paper label. Contains nonni juice, honey, coconut and palm oils. Suitable for dry, sensitive, normal skin. Average cost: 30 baht, when ordering via the Internet: about 110 rubles.
Advantages:
- natural composition;
- cleans well;
- does not cause irritation;
- does not dry out or tighten the skin;
- can be used by people with allergic reactions to household chemicals;
- has a slight rejuvenating and brightening effect;
- economically consumed.
Disadvantages:
- may cause allergic reactions.
Grace crystal
In third place is a crystalline deodorant based on aluminum alum. Available in convenient packaging of 70 or 120 grams. You can choose the classic version without additives or with coconut oil, mangosteen, turmeric. Moisten the surface with water before use. Average cost: 30 baht, in the online store: about 230 rubles per 120 grams.
Advantages:
- natural composition;
- does not close sweat ducts;
- has an antibacterial effect;
- removes odor well;
- practically without aroma;
- does not cause allergic reactions;
- soothes itching and irritation.
Disadvantages:
- the effect lasts an average of about 4-5 hours.
Banna body lotion
In second place is a body cream lotion with an extract of Thai flowers and fruits. You can choose coconut, jasmine, mango, plumeria, melon, mangosteen. Available in plastic bottles with a dispenser (volume 250 and 450 ml). The product has a soft, creamy consistency with a moisturizing, light antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and whitening effect. A specific bright aroma remains on the skin for some time. Average cost: 190 baht, in the online store: 780 rubles.
Advantages:
- pleasant consistency, does not spread, easy to apply;
- a wide selection of natural supplements;
- moisturizes the skin well;
- leaves no stickiness;
- absorbs quickly;
- convenient dispenser.
Disadvantages:
- contains mineral oils.
Aloe Vera Body Gel After Sun
First place is given to body gel with aloe vera. Effectively relieves inflammation and redness after prolonged exposure to the sun, protects against premature skin aging. Contains 99% aloe juice, 1% thickener and pH regulator. Available in a 250 ml plastic tube. The average cost is 80 baht, on order from 300 rubles.
Advantages:
- the most natural composition;
- pleasant texture;
- light unobtrusive aroma;
- moisturizes;
- saturates the skin with vitamins A, E, C;
- accelerates the healing of microtraumas, cracks, small cuts;
- relieves skin irritation;
- can be used after shaving or epilation.
Disadvantages:
- leaves a slight shine on the skin after application.
Oils
When walking around Bangkok, be sure to pay attention to natural oils. They can be medicinal, aromatic, nourishing, and versatile. Introducing the five most popular Thai oils.
RASYAN HERBAL RELIEF MUSCLE PAIN LINIMENT OIL
The fifth line is occupied by a complex of herbal oils from the Thai cosmetic company Isme Cosmetic. It is produced in glass bottles with a volume of 50 ml, additionally packed in a green cardboard box with the image of a deer and medicinal plants. The combined effect of oil extracts from 9 herbs quickly relieves pain in muscles, joints, tendons after physical exertion and injuries. Reduces pain in osteochondrosis, intercostal neuralgia, radiculitis. Regular use of the complex improves blood circulation, is actively used for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins, thrombophlebitis. Average cost: 120 baht, in the online store: 500 rubles.
Advantages:
- easy to apply;
- absorbs quickly;
- does not leave a sticky and greasy feeling;
- quickly relieves discomfort;
- economically consumed.
Disadvantages:
- inconvenient bottle;
- may cause allergies;
- specific smell.
MADAME HENG HOLILY ROSY RELAXING LOTION
The fourth line of the rating is taken by flower serum with essential oils of rose and lily. Available in 50 ml dark glass bottles. It can be used both for aromatherapy and for adding to mixtures for hair, nails, face and décolleté. It contains Japanese lily extract, honey, oil of Chinese rose and evening primrose, vitamin E. Average cost: 110 baht, when ordering through the sites of Thai cosmetics: about 500 rubles.
Advantages:
- pleasant relaxing aroma;
- helps to get rid of dandruff and stop premature hair loss;
- improves microcirculation;
- has anti-inflammatory effect;
- lightens and whitens age spots, freckles;
- reduces spider veins;
- moisturizes and tightens the skin.
Disadvantages:
- inconvenient dispenser;
- may cause allergic reactions.
La Ong by Dao
The third place is taken by pineapple oil for face and body care. In a liquid state, the oil is transparent, light yellow in color with a pronounced pineapple smell, solidifies at temperatures below +25 degrees. Available in a transparent bottle with a 100 ml dispenser. Average cost: 160 baht, in online stores: 900 rubles.
Advantages:
- suitable for any skin type;
- pleasant aroma;
- convenient dispenser;
- quickly acquires a liquid consistency when heated;
- relieves inflammation and irritation;
- softens and moisturizes the skin;
- light whitening effect;
- normalizes the sebaceous glands;
- can be used after shaving and epilation;
- helps in the fight against cellulite.
Disadvantages:
- use during pregnancy is contraindicated;
- may cause allergic reactions;
- requires special storage conditions.
Keaw weaw chan sweet almond oil (cold pressed)
The second place is occupied by cold pressed sweet almond oil. A versatile product that can be used internally for healing purposes or externally as a cosmetic. Available in 50 ml and 100 ml fiberglass bottles. When taken orally, it acts as an immunostimulant, enriches the body with vitamin E, helps in the prevention of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and cardiovascular systems. Regular use of the oil in homemade hair masks will help get rid of dandruff, itching, and irritation. When applied to the body, it softens, nourishes, moisturizes, and has a calming effect.It stimulates the production of collagen and elastane, accelerates the processes of microdamage recovery, fights rashes, regulates water balance, and activates blood circulation. Average cost per 100 ml: 145 baht, in the online store: from 500 rubles.
Advantages:
- natural product;
- wide range of applications;
- can be taken orally;
- nice smell;
- penetrates into the deep layers of the skin;
- helps fight cellulite.
Disadvantages:
- requires special storage conditions.
Slow coconut
The leader of the rating is coconut oil of the first cold pressing. It is produced in a transparent bottle made of durable dense plastic with a volume of 120 or 1000 ml. It can be taken internally as a source of vitamins and antioxidants, added to face and hair masks, and applied to the body. Average cost for a small volume: 85 baht, when ordering on specialized sites: from 360 rubles.
Advantages:
- 100% natural product;
- pleasant aroma of slightly toasted coconut;
- has a moisturizing, anti-aging effect;
- relieves irritation;
- strengthens hair, gives shine and softness;
- creates protection against UV rays;
- prevents premature and photo aging of the skin.
Disadvantages:
- not a convenient dispenser.
Toothpastes
Seasoned travelers recommend paying attention to Thai oral care products. We present three of the most famous natural toothpastes.
ISME RasYan Herbal Clove
The third place was given to whitening toothpaste with clove oil. Produced in a round pink jar additionally packed in a cardboard box. Volume 25 g. The consistency resembles a densely compressed tooth powder. It contains white clay, menthol, plant extracts, clove oil, SLS. Average cost: 18 baht, in the online store: about 200 rubles.
Advantages:
- natural base;
- foams well;
- perfectly whitens, the effect is noticeable after 2-3 applications;
- has an antiseptic effect;
- does not contain fluoride;
- a measuring spoon included;
- shelf life 5 years.
Disadvantages:
- not 100% natural composition;
- owners of sensitive teeth need to use the paste with great care;
- it is important to completely exclude contact of the contents of the jar with water, use only a dry spoon for sampling.
Prim perfect herbal
The second place is taken by organic toothpaste with borneol. It is produced in a round white-blue package with a volume of 25 g. It contains calcium carbonate, menthol, clove oil, camphor, borneol, sage and “dental tree” extracts. The paste is white, very dense, slightly lumpy, almost odorless. Average cost: 30 baht, when ordering via the Internet: 270 rubles.
Advantages:
- good whitening effect;
- reduces the sensitivity of the teeth;
- has anti-inflammatory effect;
- economically spent;
- foams well;
- measuring spatula;
- without dyes, preservatives, fragrances;
- does not contain SLS.
Disadvantages:
- after application, a specific taste remains in the mouth and the tongue knits a little;
- demanding on storage conditions, contact with water must not be allowed, you need to take the product from the jar only with a dry measuring spoon.
Twin lotus herbal original
The first place is taken by an unusual, dark herbal toothpaste against bleeding and inflammation of the gums. Suitable for very sensitive teeth. Available in a classic 150 ml tube. The paste is dark brown, almost black. It contains sorbitol, calcium carbonate, misvak, clinacanthus nutans, silicon dioxide, murraya paniculata, rough streblyus, peppermint oil, cuttlefish bone tissue, crystalline menthol, eucalyptus oil, sodium benzoate. Average cost: 45 baht, in the online store: 270 rubles.
Advantages:
- natural base;
- well cleans from plaque, prevents the formation of tartar;
- has antiseptic and antiviral effects;
- eliminates unpleasant odors;
- reduces bleeding gums;
- reduces the sensitivity of the teeth.
Disadvantages:
- specific herbal taste;
- contains sodium benzoate (preservative with antibacterial properties).
What you need to know
Cosmetics in Thailand can be found everywhere: in pharmacies, supermarkets, small shops and even on portable trays. In order to be sure of the quality of the purchased products, it is better to make purchases in pharmacies or large chain stores, since they pay special attention to storage conditions. One of the most famous is the 7/11 chain hypermarket.
Most funds can be bought without leaving your hometown. To do this, it is enough to use the services of online stores of Thai cosmetics. It is important to choose sites with a proven reputation and be prepared for the fact that, due to delivery, the cost of the coveted bottle will be about 2-3 times higher than in Thailand.
If you have experience using the cosmetics described in the rating or more interesting options, tell us about it in the comments.
