can they enhance beauty naturally?
So, what exactly is a "cosmeceutical" you ask? Well,
cosmeceuticals are basically the product of the marriage
between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Like Cosmetics,
Cosmeceuticals are topically applied, but they contain
ingredients that influence the biological function of the skin.
Cosmeceuticals improve appearance, but they do so by
delivering nutrients transdermally (absorbed through the skin
rather than orally taken). Although cosmetics and
cosmeceuticals are tested for safety, they are not subject to
review by the FDA. In general vitamins, herbs, various oils, and
botanical extracts may be used in cosmeceuticals.
Nutraceutical (New-truh-sue-ti-cal) - Definition
The term nutraceutical was coined in the 1990's by Dr. Stephen
DeFelice. He defined nutraceutical as:
'A nutraceutical is any substance that is a food or a part of a
food and provides medical or health benefits, including the
prevention and treatment of disease. Such products may range
from isolated nutrients, dietary supplements and specific diets to
genetically engineered designer foods, herbal products, and
processed foods such as cereals, soups and beverages. It is
important to note that this definition applies to all categories of
food and parts of food, ranging from dietary supplements such
as folic acid, used for the prevention of spina bifida, to chicken
soup, taken to lessen the discomfort of the common cold. This
definition also includes a bio-engineered designer vegetable
food, rich in antioxidant ingredients, and a stimulant functional
food or pharmafood.'
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