By: Alanna Tran, Founder, CEO, and Chief Scientist of BiotechBeauty® 

Ever wondered what the lowdown is on ginseng? We’ll break it down together.

So, there are two main types:

• American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius)
• Asian/Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng)

Hot tip: Siberian ginseng (or Eleuthero) is actually a phony—it’s not really ginseng, but a shrub! So it won’t serve up the same active ingredients.

Both Asian and American ginseng are roots that pack a punch with ginsenosides, which researchers believe to be responsible for the benefits we’ll get into below.

Keep in mind, ginseng isn't just some root–it's the OG superfood! It's loaded with:

• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Antioxidants

to keep your cells in check. The plant grows for six years before harvest, hitting its prime!

Nowadays, ginseng is sometimes referred to as an "adaptogen," which is a group of plant-based ingredients believed to help the body adapt to stressors and stay on its A-game.

Ginseng can help upgrade your beauty routine, no matter your skin concern.

• If you’re trying to reduce wrinkles (which, BTW, in our opinion tell a story of a life well lived <3), ginseng boosts blood flow, cranking up collagen for that firm, flawless complexion.
• Its antioxidants fend off free radicals and environmental irritants, helping to calm redness and puffiness.
• Dull skin? Ginseng's coffee-like energy perks up your glow!

Let’s chat about how ginseng supercharges BiotechBeauty®’s products.

We formulate with Panax Ginseng Root Extract, which is a powerhouse ingredient with amazing bioactive components, such as ginsenosides, polysaccharides, and antioxidants.

These help feed a balanced microbiome and support our moisture barrier. So, our makeup doesn’t just help you glow from the outside—it’s leveling you up from the inside out! 

Rootin’ for ya!

XO,