ABOUT BIOR NATURAL
The idea of the name BIOR comes from where it all started, in the area of two small villages named Biskupija and Orlič, located in the heart of Dalmatia in Croatia. We simply took the first two letters of the mentioned villages and got the name – BIOR. We think the name is especially appropriate, because it also contains form ‘BIO‘, which our natural skin & body care products 100% are.
In the sunny valley, surrounded by the wonderful nature, in the village of Orlić, where our field is located, the conditions for the growth of the Helichrysum Italicum are just perfect.
The basis for the natural products BIOR is the aromatic plant Helichrysum italicum (lat.). It is medium, up to 60 centimeters tall, plant with yellow flowers and small silvery leaves.
It grows in the limited areas with a Mediterranean climate (mainly in Croatia and Corsica), with plenty of sunshine and in more severe conditions – on sandy soils between stones.
Due to its exceptional characteristics, the Helichrysum Italicum is more commonly known around the world as the ”immortelle” (so-called: immortal). This name is also, because the flowers retain the original color, although they got dry. The name Helichrysum comes from the Greek based ‘helios‘ and ‘chryos‘ (so-called: golden sun). The ancient Greeks had already associated the plant with futility and inevitability, and because of this, they decorated the temples, dedicated to the gods, using this plant. The plant was also named ‘amarantos‘ (so-called: forever young), since people back then were probably already aware of its positive effects on the preservation of the young skin.
Due to the rejuvenating and other beneficial effects on the skin, the products of the Helichrysum Italicum are most appreciated in the cosmetics industry. The extracts of the plant stimulate the synthesis of collagen, which reduces the visible signs of aging of the skin and wrinkles. Helichrysum products also stimulate cell regeneration: successfully treat scars, wounds, acne, stria, redness, hematoma, swelling and burns. That is not all. Products have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant effects, so they are not only used for skin care, but also in massages and other treatments. By absorbing they cleanse the body and internal organs (livers). A strong smell of products helps to alleviate breathing problems, colds, flu and stress.
Because of all of these beneficial effects, Helichrysum Italicum is a true treasure of nature.
With steam distillation, we produce valuable essential oil and hydrolyte (so-called: tonic or flower water).
Hydrolyte is used as a tonic. We spray it on the skin directly. It is excellent for sunburns, for dry, irritated and sore skin. Diluted with water (3%) can also be drunk.
The essential oil is not used directly or at high concentration. It is added by drops to creams and other ointments. Only one liter of Helichrysum Italicum essential oil can be obtained from one tone of the plants, which makes it as one of the most effective and most expensive oils in the world.