Turkish cosmetics - what products to bring from Turkey

From Turkey, you can bring not only souvenirs or furs as a reminder of a magical holiday. You can extend the pleasure of staying in this generous country in all respects with the help of cosmetics. For several years now, Russian women have been purchasing cosmetics in Turkey, both therapeutic and decorative, and know where to buy quality products at a reasonable price. and for those who do not yet know - today's beauty-excursion review from real cosmetic shop fans.

Caring and medicinal cosmetics

Tourists are well aware of the miraculous properties of Turkish cosmetics, so they are happy to buy here everything that seems to be quite possible to buy at home. Local cosmetics confidently tops the rating of quality cosmetic products purchased abroad, and are several times cheaper than their counterparts from European brands. This is, without exaggeration, cosmetics of a different level. Maybe it's because of the favorable climate in which it is easier to grow natural and very valuable ingredients for cosmetics, or perhaps the reason is that in Turkey the harsh punishment for counterfeiting medicines and medical cosmetics is far from an empty phrase.

Cologne

In Turkish restaurants and cafes, you can find bottles with cologne, which visitors willingly use to rinse their hands before or after meals, waiters also suggest using this tool - after all, not all eateries, especially beach ones, have a toilet and hot water. Turkish cologne has a wide spectrum of action: it refreshes well after shaving, deodorizes and even disinfects. For example, like Taris cologne.

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Soap

Turkey is jokingly called "a huge soap factory". The profit from the annual export of soap to all parts of the world averages over $ 1 billion, which speaks for itself. Moreover, this amount is accounted for not only by production capacity. Small farms in the Turkish provinces, along with food and wine, successfully produce cosmetics: soaps, creams, shampoos, etc. It is noteworthy that all products find buyers, this speaks volumes.

I especially liked the soap from the brands Thalia and Farmasi. A huge selection of scents and compositions: here and Turkish coffee, and rose petals, and herbal teas, and infusions. I would especially like to mention the olive-based soap, as well as rice and black cumin - it has a very beneficial effect on the skin of the face, rejuvenating it, making it silky, cleansing and nourishing.

Each piece of Thalia soap is packed in a beautiful box, so it is quite possible to bring it to someone as a gift. And the kyose mitten added to the present will undoubtedly be appreciated. Kyose is the same magic washcloth that is used by bath attendants in the Turkish hammam. Of course, in retail it is presented in a smaller size, but the material and the effect of the application are the same. The feeling of incredible cleanliness and lightness after bath procedures using Turkish soap and kyose is guaranteed.

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Clay

High-quality peeling mud clay from the cosmetic brand Harem's comes from Antalya to other Turkish cities. You can buy it both in pharmacies and in the markets not only in Antalya, but also in other cities of Turkey, the average price is 30 Turkish lira, you can bring it down to 20 if you bargain.

The cosmetic brand Harem’s is in good demand both among the local population and among tourists; pharmacies offer a wide range of products - from creams and lotions for face and hand skin to oils and hair masks. As for the clay: there is an option not only for the face, but also for the body - the effect is just as great. Also, according to customer reviews, it is worth trying a mask based on algae and clay from the same brand, it is suitable for both the face and body wraps.

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Facial creams and masks

Excessive sunbathing not only increases the level of endorphins, the hormone of joy. Unfortunately, prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays accelerates skin aging and negatively affects hair. Therefore, in Turkey, as in many other hot countries, the functionality of almost any caring cosmetics, be it a face cream or a styling product, necessarily includes protection from ultraviolet radiation.

Also widespread are cosmetics that slow down the aging process, enhance the processes of regeneration and rejuvenation of the skin, with the function of moisturizing. They contain: a large amount of retinol and vitamin E - the main vitamin of youth and the strongest antioxidant. Complex CC-cosmetics with SPF-protection function, vitamin-mineral cocktail and substances that eliminate age spots are also popular. The best manufacturers of such products:

• Farmasi - this company started out as a manufacturer of pharmaceuticals and later redesigned it into a cosmetic brand.
• Myros is a conscientious manufacturer who adds 100% olive oil to their products.

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Eye cream

Here, preferences are given to the manufacturer Myros: judging by customer reviews, the cosmetics of this brand are one of the most popular. By the way, you can completely combine a mask and cream from this company and bring it as a gift to colleagues, friends or relatives - they will appreciate such a present.

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Oils

Well, what about without them? Oils of Turkish origin are another story. In supermarkets, pharmacies and bazaars in Turkey, you can buy these products in all possible options: for hair, anti-cellulite for the body, essential and aromatic, and even as food additives.

The pharmacy line of oils consists of brands:

• Gebece Bitkisel;
• Dalan d'Olive;
• Nwork International.

These oils have a wide range of uses: moisturizing, adding to food (for example, black cumin oil), as an ingredient or as stand alone hair masks. All of them are Halal certified.

In the shops of city bazaars, the choice of body oils is undoubtedly wider: in twisted bottles, essences made on private Turkish farms are gilded, consisting of: lemon and orange oils (an excellent option for anti-cellulite massage oil), argan, peach, violet - for every taste and need.

You can smear it on your hands, add it to masks for the face, hair and body, you can use it as a remedy for burning after an intense tanning session - in this regard, olive oil is excellent. A drop of sunny Turkey, gilded in a small bottle, will delight you with pleasant memories and a magical effect after using the whole next year after the vacation.

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Sunscreen

You do not have to carry these funds with you, but purchase them directly on the spot - the quality will be no worse, or even better than analogues purchased in domestic pharmacies and stores. You can consider the products of both Turkish and European brands, presented in a large assortment.

It is worth paying attention to the Turkish brand "Biosha". Especially popular is aloe vera gel with an intense hydration function. When choosing, you need to carefully study the composition: the content of aloe vera should be at least 90%.

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Pink water

This beauty elixir can be found in pharmacies, shopping malls and Aktar stores scattered throughout the districts of every Turkish city. They also sell herbs, spices, handmade soap, kyose washcloths, etc.

Attention! The packaging must have “100% saf gül suyu” - this is natural rose water.

Better to give preference to products from the city of Isparta. There are special plantations where roses are grown for cosmetic production, as well as the production facilities of the Rosense cosmetics brand. The average price for 250 ml is from 20 to 30 Turkish liras, in terms of rubles - 220-300 rubles.

Another Turkish cosmetic brand, Otaci, is quite worthy of competition for the Rosense brand, according to buyers. Its main component is damask rose. The customers who tested both of these brands decided: the difference is only in price, concentration and aroma - they are more saturated at Rosense, and the cost of the same volume at Otaci will cost 180-200 rubles. In terms of their effect on the skin, the products differ little from each other.

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Decorative cosmetics

I would like to separately note the quality of these products presented by Turkish manufacturers. If in the 80-90s. of the last century, the phrase "Turkish cosmetics" was ranked as a swear word, but today the situation has changed dramatically. There are very worthy options from manufacturers that have established themselves in the market, some of their products are exported to Europe. Let's start with bright accents that Turkish women love so much.

Pomade

Excellent products from Flormar.This brand has been on the market for a long time - since the 70s of the last century, and pleases customers with the quality of the goods offered, corresponding to European standards and a large assortment. In addition, all products of this brand of decorative cosmetics have passed Russian certification.

As for the lipstick itself: very pleasant tactile sensations when applied, the depth and saturation of each shade, and a very reasonable price invariably delight both the indigenous population and tourists.

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Nail polish

And again "Flormar" - the varnish from this cosmetic brand confidently stays on nails for 4-5 days, even with intensive bathing and bathing procedures, without losing color saturation under prolonged exposure to sunlight. Available from pharmacies or malls.

No less popular is the Golden Rose brand, familiar to many Russian fashionistas who found themselves in the 90s at a conscious age. Gradually, these products disappeared from the Russian market, but it's a pity - these inexpensive varnishes have super-durability, calmly staying on nails for 6-7 days, even in the mode of an active test drive by washing, washing dishes and other household chores.

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Shadows and mascara

The best manufacturers of these cosmetics are:

• Unice - this brand has united several Turkish cosmetic brands that produce not only decorative, but also care cosmetics for hair and facial skin, and sells its products in shopping centers and pharmacy chains;
• Harems - natural ingredients are present in the composition of these decorative and care cosmetics.

These brands are popular among both Turkish women and tourists.

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Tips for "cosmetic" tourists

Finally - useful recommendations from the luminaries of Turkish cosmetic shopping, derived by their own trial and error, and therefore especially valuable.

1. You should not buy anything, including cosmetics, in the city of Side. Shopping here will cost 2-3 times more than in other resort cities, for example, the same Antalya. The reason, apparently, is in the small territory and the specifics of the contingent of tourists - there is something to see here, the city is of more interest to lovers of quiet rest and historical monuments. Therefore, you can buy small souvenirs here, of course, but it's better to stock up on cosmetics elsewhere.
2. It is better to buy cosmetics for care in pharmacies - as already mentioned, pharmacy chains and cosmetic stores are fully responsible for the quality of the products sold. By the way, for the same reason in Turkey you can safely buy French, Italian or Korean cosmetics - the likelihood of running into a counterfeit product is practically zero.
3. When buying something at markets and bazaars, you should observe the behavior of the aborigines and pay attention to those stalls and shops that they prefer - the local population is better versed in purchasing quality goods, and knows where they can be purchased inexpensively.
4. If you have the opportunity to visit Istanbul, you should definitely visit the local bazaar in the town of Eminonu, where there are more than a hundred shops selling spices, sweets and natural oils - there is a place for a cosmetic shopaholic to roam: the ratio of price and quality of local products is at an altitude. Do not deny yourself and sellers pleasure - bargain.In many eastern countries, this delights sellers and is considered a special chic, such a buyer will be offered a good product.
5. Another Mecca of goods at affordable prices is Marmaris. This Turkish resort, among other things, is famous for its SPA, it is there that you can wholeheartedly buy quality care and medical cosmetics, while spending 1.5-2 times less than in other similar places.

Now, knowing all the subtleties and tricks of beauty shopping, you can go to magical Turkey: for new, vivid impressions, an atmosphere of happiness and juicy colors of vacation. In order to then bring a piece of this magic with you and maximize the happy atmosphere of an eternal holiday, bliss and bliss.