Botanical products are plant or plant parts valued for their medicinal or therapeutic properties, flavor, and/or scent. They are inherently complex mixtures, with composition that differs depending on myriad factors including variability in genetics. Here are some details about botanical products:
Positive aspects:
- Botanical products can be used to maintain or improve health.
- They can be made from organic and natural ingredients.
- Some botanical products have been shown to have potential health benefits.
Negative aspects:
- Some botanical products can cause skin sensitization.
- The quality and quantity of DNA in botanical extracts can vary depending on the processing method31153-3.pdf).
Ingredients or materials:
- Botanical products can be made from a variety of plant parts, such as leaves, flowers, and roots.
- Some botanical products are made from specific plant species, such as hawthorn berries.
- Botanical products can be made from organic and natural ingredients, such as olive oil.
- Some botanical products contain sensitizing botanical extracts, such as Evernia prunastri absolute and Styrax tonkinensis resin extract.
