Why is olive oil good for my skin?
Olive oil is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, and has been linked to improved skin moisturization and anti-aging effects such as helping to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. When applied to the skin, antioxidants may prevent premature aging. Extra virgin olive oil has exceptional moisturizing and nourishing properties to hydrate the skin of both face and body. Kosterina early harvest olive oil has a high concentration of polyphenols, known for their antioxidant content, which is known to have tremendous health benefits.
Why can't I use JUST olive oil on my skin?
We have formulated products with optimal levels of olive oil for each specific product in order to provide the maximum benefits of the olive oil to the skin while offering the perfect aesthetic performance such as quick absorption onto skin.
Will olive oil clog my pores?
Kosterina skincare products is dermatologist-tested and are formulated with non-comedogenic ingredients, which optimally won’t cause breakouts or clogged pores
Why use Kosterina olive oil-based skin care products?
Kosterina early harvest olive oil has a high concentration of polyphenols, known for their antioxidant content, which is known to have tremendous health benefits. We have formulated skincare products with optimal levels of our olive oil along with ingredients such as Lachestim, known to reactivate youth proteins in the skin and olive-derived squalane, that protect the skin barrier, resulting in a younger, fuller-looking appearance.
Is Kosterina skin care packaging recyclable or sustainable?
Our packaging is made with recyclable glass bottle, paper carton and/or sustainable PP (polypropylene) recyclable plastic.
What does "clean beauty" mean for Kosterina?
All Kosterina skincare products contain only the good stuff and none of the bad. We formulated our products without emulsifiers, parabens, petrolatum, paraffin, phthalates, toluene, triclosan, triclocarban, formaldehyde, aluminum powder and animal by-products.
What is lachestim?
An exceptional oil extracted from the Pistacia Lentiscus, a tree native to the island of Chios, Greece, Lachestim is known to reactivate youth proteins and improves the supporting fiber density. By reactivating cellular anti-oxidant activity that improves DNA protection and increases collagen synthesis, this core ingredient helps skin look younger and fuller.
What is olive-derived squalene?
Olive-derived squalene is a botanical lipid, known to hydrate and maintain the skin's barrier while it fights free-radical damages, this valuable lipid is extremely compatible with the skin to helps restore a more youthful appearance.
What is in the fragrance?
Our signature scent consists of an herb spice essential oil blend that includes cardamom seed oil, lemon oil, sandalwood, rosemary and lavender. This scent is meant to transport you from your daily routine to the Mediterranean seaside.
What is the difference between a face oil and a face serum?
Serums are lightweight, concentrated liquids formulated to help correct skin concerns as hyperpigmentation and dullness. They are typically water-based and contain other moisturizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid.
Facial oils are oil-based liquids formulas and typically formulated with non-comedogenic botanical oils and includes plant extracts and antioxidants, which won’t cause breakouts or clogged pores. Face oils are rich, emollient formulas that helps moisturize and soften the skin and nourish the skin barrier while leaving a youthful glow.
Do you test on animals?
We love our furry friends and do not test on animals.
What is in the fragrance?
Our signature scent consists of an herb spice essential oil blend that includes cardamom seed oil, lemon oil, sandalwood, rosemary and lavender. This scent is meant to transport you from your daily routine to the Mediterranean seaside.
Is Kosterina skin care organic?
Several ingredients in our products are certified organic.
I have eczema. Can I use Kosterina skin care?
If you have any specific skin concerns, we recommend consulting with your doctor or dermatologist before use.