01Why Latin names appear
International cosmetic naming often uses Latin plant names so the same ingredient is recognizable across languages.
02Extract vs oil vs water
An oil is lipid-rich; a floral water (hydrosol) is watery; an extract can be many solvents. Directions differ.
03Percentage clues
Ingredients are generally listed most to least. A botanical named near the end is present in a small amount.
04Botanelo note
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