Galenic, derivation from the name of Greek physician Galien (2nd century A.D.), is the scientific discipline which deals with different forms that pharmaceutical or cosmetic products can take.
The galenic form of a
cosmetic product
matches the final physical aspect of the product upon its introduction to consumers.
There exist several galenic forms: balm, cream, gel, paste, powder, milk, lotion, foam, floral water, stick …
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