Glossary Terms

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  October 6, 2026

  Bakuchiol

  Bakuchiol Botanical Name: Psoralea corylifolia (also known as Cullen corylifolium)Plant Part Used: SeedsOrigin: Traditionally associated with Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal practicesCategory: Botanical Beauty Ingredient Definition Bakuchiol is a plant-derived compound most commonly extracted from the seeds of the babchi plant (Psoralea corylifolia). It is often used in botanical skincare as a plant-based alternative to retinol because it is incorporated into formulas designed to…

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  October 6, 2026

  Calendula

  🌼 Calendula Botanical Name: Calendula officinalisCommon Names: Pot Marigold, CalendulaPlant Part: Flower petals/flower headsCategory: Botanical Beauty HerbPrimary Uses: Skin, scalp, hair, body care Definition Calendula is a bright yellow-orange flowering herb traditionally used in botanical skin and body care. Its flowers contain naturally occurring flavonoids, carotenoids, triterpenoids, and other plant compounds that make calendula a popular ingredient in soothing and nourishing beauty…

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  October 6, 2026

  Rosehip Oil

  🌹 Rosehip Oil Botanical Name: Rosa canina, Rosa rubiginosa, or Rosa mosquetaPlant Part: Rosehip fruit/seedsCategory: Botanical Beauty OilPrimary Uses: Skin, hair, scalp, body care Definition Rosehip oil is a lightweight botanical oil pressed from the seeds and/or fruit of rosehips, the small fruits produced by rose plants. It is naturally rich in fatty acids and contains naturally occurring compounds such as…

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  October 6, 2026

  Sea Buckthorn

  Sea Buckthorn Botanical Name: Hippophae rhamnoidesPlant Part: Berries, seeds, and pulpCategory: Botanical Beauty IngredientPrimary Uses: Skin, hair, scalp, body care Definition Sea buckthorn is a bright orange botanical berry known for its naturally occurring carotenoids, fatty acids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds. Sea buckthorn is used in botanical beauty products in several forms, including berry/pulp oil, seed oil, extracts, and…