Micronutrients – “nature’s little miracles”
What do we mean by micronutrients? Nutrients enable the body to run smoothly through all metabolic processes and thus make a positive contribution to health. They enter our body through the food we eat. A distinction is made between macro- and micronutrients. Macronutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, and fats act as energy suppliers for our…
Minoxidil-like active ingredients
Introduction Minoxidil is a well-known active ingredient used to treat hair loss. In this article, we take a look at minoxidil, how it works and why it should not be used in cosmetics. We also present some minoxidil-like active ingredients that have been tested for their effectiveness in promoting hair growth. What is minoxidil?…
Moah, Mosh
Time and again, mineral oils from newspaper inks or cardboard packaging end up in food or cosmetic products as part of the recycling process. In this context, a distinction is made between three compounds: MOAH stands for the abbreviation “Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons”. These mineral oils consist of 15 to 20 percent aromatic hydrocarbons. MOSH,…
Mongongo oil
The Mongongo tree (Schinziophyton rautanenii) is native to the African savannah and the Kalahari, where it defies extreme climatic conditions and is a popular shade tree. It can grow up to 20 metres high, its wood is light yellow, very hardy and light. The mongongo tree produces pretty yellow flowers in October and November. It…
Monk’s pepper
The monk’s pepper (Vitex agnus-castus) belongs to the Lamiaceae family of plants and is also called chaste tree, sweet pea bedstraw or chaste mud. The plant originates from the Mediterranean region and southwest Asia. It prefers streams, where the violet-blue flowers often line the banks, and dense forest soils. Monk’s pepper can grow up to…
Moringa oil
Moringa oil and other active ingredients come from the moringa tree. This tree is now considered an Ayurvedic miracle tree, even though it has only recently caused a sensation in this country. Originally native to the Himalayan region, the tree can grow up to 30 metres high and has played an important role in Ayurvedic…
Mulberry extract
Mulberry extract is obtained from the white mulberry tree (Morus Alba). This tree originally comes from China. It has been cultivated there for hundreds of years so that its fruits can feed the silkworms. In cosmetics, the extracts of the white mulberry tree, as an active ingredient, have a number of proven effects that are…
Nail care
Beautiful nails are no coincidence, but the result of careful and regular care. This nail care involves several steps, which in turn require different utensils. At the beginning of every nail care is always a thorough cleaning. A hand bath in a bowl with warm water and a few drops of shower gel as well…
Nara oil
Nara oil is extracted from the fruits of the nara, which is a gourd plant belonging to the genus Acanthosicyos and is endemic to Namibia. The correct spelling should actually be !Nara, where the exclamation mark stands for a particular clicking or snapping sound used by the indigenous Damara and Nama ethnic groups. The plant…
Natural cosmetics
There are now three product categories on the shelves of drugstores and cosmetics shops: conventional cosmetics, natural cosmetics and near-natural cosmetics. Everyone knows what conventional cosmetics are. But how does near-natural cosmetics actually differ from natural cosmetics? For one thing, “real” natural cosmetics are always certified and thus recognisable by various labels and quality seals.…