botanical
When used as an adjective, "botanical" is common in both scientific contexts (like a botanical garden) and commercial contexts (like botanical skincare). When used as a noun, it refers specifically to the plant ingredient itself. In this sense, it is often used by professionals in the beauty or medicine industries.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Leo is in his room playing games while David is at a corporate retreat.
David Smith
Hey bud, your mom wants to know if that botanical serum I bought actually works.
Leo Smith
Idk. It's mid. Stop trying to pivot my skincare routine.
💡
David uses the word 'botanical' to describe a plant-based cosmetic product. Leo responds with 'mid' (Gen Z slang for mediocre/average) and mocks his father's tendency to use corporate buzzwords like 'pivot'.
Meanings
adjective
Relating to botany, the scientific study of plants.
"The university possesses an extensive botanical collection of rare ferns."
adjective
Derived from or consisting of plants.
"Many modern skincare products use botanical extracts for their healing properties."