# Science-Backed Ayurvedic Skincare Planktos Combines Eastern Plant-based Medicine & Western Science By Grace Mahas | Published 2021-11-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planktos References: [plantkosskincare](https://plantkosskincare.com/) Planktos was established with a simple vision: combining the wisdom of nature from the east with the science of nature from the west. Led by pharmacist Sejal Patel, Plantkos offers a [science lead approach to skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-atoms-1). The first pharmacist-developed skincare line created for melanated skin, each Plantkos product harnesses the power of [Ayurvedic herbal remedies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suyu) and the latest skincare science. Combining these ancient, time-tested remedies with innovative ingredients, the formulas are designed with a combination of ingredients that have been shown to optimize benefits and are customized for different skin concerns. Some standout products from Plantkos include the Phyto Exfoliating Cleanser, the Phyto A Face Lotion, the Phyto Replenishing Facial Essence, the Phyto Triple C Serum, and the Phyto Vitality Eye Cream. All products are [gluten-free, vegan, and cruelty-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-skincare-products). Image Credit: Plantkos ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ayurvedic Skincare:** Incorporate Ayurvedic herbal remedies, along with innovative ingredients, for more effective skincare formulations. - **Melanated Skin-focused Skincare:** Create skincare lines specifically designed for melanated skin that harnesses the power of natural remedies and the latest skincare science. - **Pharmacist-developed Skincare:** Bring together the expertise of pharmacists and skincare to develop products that balance the best of eastern plant-based medicine and western science. ### Who This Affects Most - **Skincare Industry:** Innovate in the skincare industry by creating products that combine natural remedies with the latest skincare science to produce products specific to different skin concerns. - **Pharmaceutical Industry:** Disrupt the pharmaceutical industry with pharmacist-developed skincare products that incorporate the beneficial aspects of eastern plant-based medicine. - **Ayurvedic Medicine Industry:** Develop products that bring Ayurvedic herbal remedies to a wider audience through the skincare industry, providing a new way for consumers to experience Ayurvedic practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Potent Plant-Powered Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keya-skincare.md) - [Scientist-Founded Skincare Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pareva-beauty.md) - [Hormone-Friendly Ayurvedic Skincare Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayurvedic-skincare-brand.md) - [Biotech-Powered Skincare Routines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veriphy-skincare.md) - [Plant-Powered Collagen Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-botanical-kinetics.md) - [Science-Backed Skincare Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-atoms-1.md) - [Scientifically Inspired Skincare Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-skincare-brand.md) - [Plant-Based Retinols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivier-midy.md) - [Indian Superfood Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suyu.md)