14 billion euros – that’s how much consumers across Germany spent on personal care last year alone. Simple shampoos and anti-wrinkle creams are classics, but today the cosmetics industry relies on unusual names that suggest special quality. But is that true? And what's behind it? SWR Marktcheck looks at ingredients and talks to experts.
Do anti-aging products really work?
Some manufacturers claim that their products contain collagen. Still others claim that their products increase the body's own collagen production. But do collagen products really help against wrinkles? Three women try it out together with dermatologist Sebastian Kahl.
Natural cosmetics
There are certified natural cosmetic products and those that only advertise naturalness. According to Luise Körner from BUND Germany, some manufacturers state that their products are free of certain questionable ingredients. But these products can also contain harmful substances, problematic fragrances or synthetic plastics such as polyquaternium. So what can consumers pay attention to to avoid being duped?
Solid shampoo is also said to be better for the environment. SWR Martcheck does a practical test with three products and talks to Katharina Istel from the German Nature Conservation Association about the sustainability of solid shampoos and hair soaps.
Critical ingredients
What do skin and hair really need to be adequately cared for? Which ingredients are critical and how can you tell whether plastic is contained in care products? The cosmetics industry is a highly competitive industry that makes money off appearances - and has many tricks up its sleeve.
Author: Anneke Müller
Source: SWR Marktcheck
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