Skincare Terminology Flashcards
What does bioavailability refer to in skincare?
How readily an ingredient can be absorbed and used by the skin
Higher bioavailability means the active compounds can penetrate deeper layers and provide more noticeable benefits.
What is synergy in the context of skincare ingredients?
The idea that different plant compounds work better together than alone
Synergistic blends enhance the effectiveness of each component, common in formulations with whole plants.
What does the term ‘whole plant’ mean in skincare?
Using the entire plant in skincare, not just isolated extracts
This approach provides a full spectrum of nutrients, promoting synergy and supporting the skin’s natural processes.
Define botanical integrity in skincare formulations.
Respecting the natural composition of plants, avoiding synthetic processing
Keeping formulations as close to the raw plant source as possible.
What is the difference between organic and wildcrafted ingredients?
Organic means grown without synthetic pesticides or chemicals; wildcrafted are harvested from their natural habitat
Wildcrafted ingredients offer high potency and purity in their raw form.
What does purity-potency-ratio indicate in plant-based products?
The level of active plant ingredients versus fillers
A high purity-potency-ratio means a product is rich in active ingredients and minimal in non-essential substances.
What is skin resilience?
The skin’s ability to maintain its health and appearance despite environmental stressors
Supported by nourishing and restorative plant compounds.
Fill in the blank: Higher bioavailability means the active compounds can penetrate _______.
deeper layers
True or False: Synergistic blends in skincare make each component less effective.
False
Fill in the blank: The approach of using the entire plant in skincare is known as _______.
whole plant
