Elson M. Haas, M.D. See book keywords and concepts | Follow with a littie lotion or your preference of skin care products.
The general program for skin enhancement shown in the following table is intended for people with dull or lackluster skin, dry skin, or a chronic skin condition. Aspects of other programs, such as the Anti-Stress program, Anti-Aging program, or the Detoxification programs, may be combined with this program. Smokers should follow the Nicotine Detoxification program as well. Remember, too, that worry and extreme emotion tend to increase our aging process and wrinkle our skin. | Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts | In fact, neem is now being used in several different types of skin care products and is especially good for very dry, itchy, "winter skin." Even better, neem has natural antifungal, antiviral, and antibacterial properties, which means it can protect skin from common infections such as ringworm and scabies.
One of the most intriguing new uses for neem is as a toothpaste and mouthwash. | | Supplements for Sensational Skin
Within the past few years, there has been nothing less than a revolution in natural skin care products. Unlike their old-fashioned counterparts, which primarily cover up problems, these new cutting-edge products actually enhance the health and quality of skin. In fact, many contain the same vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can be taken internally but are redesigned to be absorbed right into the skin, where it is needed the most. | | Look for it in cosmetics and skin care products.
Essential Fatty Acids
Show me someone who is on an extremely low-fat diet, and I will show you someone who has dry skin and dull, lifeless hair. Some fat in your diet is absolutely essential for healthy, glowing skin. In particular, essential fatty acids, such as gamma linoleic acid, help the skin retain its elasticity and seals in moisture. Several of the supplements I have already reviewed (flaxseed oil, conjugated linoleic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, evening primrose oil) are essential fatty acids. | Simon Mills and Kerry Bone See book keywords and concepts | OTHER APPLICATIONS
Inclusion in skin care products, particularly for sensitive skin.4
PREPARATIONS
Dried or fresh herb for infusion, liquid extract and tablets for internal use.
Infused oil of hypericum is made by mixing the flowers in a good-quality fixed oil (such as olive oil) in a well-sealed vessel in the presence of sunlight over several weeks. The action of the sunlight produces a red oil containing hypericin derivatives, hyperforin, xanthones, flavonoids and the breakdown products of hyperforin.
DOSAGE
• 2-5 g of dried herb per day or the equivalent of 1.0-2. | Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts | Several people have told me that these green tea products can help reduce minor irritation caused by some of the antiaging skin care products (such as AHAs, BHAs, retinol, and vitamin C cream) that work below the top layers of skin.
KlNETIN
Kinetin, a growth hormone extracted from plants, is being used in skin creams and gels. In test tube studies, kinetin has been shown to extend the life of human skin fibroblasts, which are believed to be instrumental in skin aging. Fibroblasts produce collagen and elastin, which are important for maintaining the texture and tone of skin. | Ruth Winter, M.S. See book keywords and concepts | In cosmetics it is used as a cover-up in skin care products. Can cause allergic reactions in the hypersensitive.
NECTARINE • Pruniuspersica nectarina. The leaves or bark from young trees native to China, but widely cultivated, are used by herbalists to make sedatives, diuretics, expectorants, and soothing compounds.
NEEM TREE • Azadriachta indica. Mm. Margosa. The bark, leaves, and seeds are used in India as a treatment for many skin diseases. The extract of the leaves has been shown to have antibacterial and antiviral activity. Neem is also taken internally to eliminate worms. | Kathi Keville See book keywords and concepts | Natural skin care products are easy and fun to make in your kitchen and can be prepared with little cost and minimal fuss. Let ground herbs, teas, tinctures and essential oils become your magic ingredients.
Consider the recipes in this chapter a start; when you are feeling creative, experiment with your own recipes. For more inspiration, read chapter 16 to learn how many of the same herbs that are used to make body care products also affect the emotions. | Elson M. Haas, M.D. See book keywords and concepts | A number of companies now produce natural skin care products that can help rehydrate dried skin, relubricate skin with oils, and protect the skin from heat, cold, chemicals, and the sun. Sunscreens are very popular now with the current knowledge of the sun's chronic damaging effects on the skin. Beauty creams with aloe vera, clay packs, herbal wraps, honey or egg white facials, and dry-brush massaging are some ways to clean, detoxify, and nurture our epidermis. Saunas and sweats are also helpful in clearing impurities through the skin. | Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik See book keywords and concepts | Alpha-tocopheryl acetate, in addition to being available as a nutritional supplement, is used in topical skin care products. It appears that it can diffuse into skin cells where it is converted to d-alpha-tocopherol. The acetate itself does not have antioxidant activity, d-alpha-tocopherol may protect skin against ultraviolet damage and is also a skin moisturizer. Some are hypersensitive to topical d-alpha-tocopherol and may develop dermatitis from its use.
DL-ALPHA-TOCOPHERYL ACETATE dl-alpha-tocopheryl acetate is an all-synthetic form of alpha-tocopherol. |
Nontoxic, Natural and EarthwiseDebra Lynn Dadd See book keywords and concepts | | Simple skin care products made with organically grown and wildcrafted herbs.
Gajee Skin-Care Products (The Gajee Company). Most of the ingredients are organically grown in the Himalayas; the remainder are organically grown or wildcrafted in other parts of the world. All products are handmade. Only first-pressed oils are used, and all products are made with whole plants. El Denise Blythe.
Jurlique Skin-Care Products (Jurlique). Made in Australia. All plant materials used are grown organically; all other ingredients meet the same standards for purity. | Bill Gottlieb See book keywords and concepts | Box 39
Forestville, CA 95436 Herbal extracts and formulas, aromatherapy oils, skin care products and books.
Books
Foster, Steven. Herbal Renaissance: Growing, Using and Understanding Herbs in the Modern World. Layton, Utah: Smith, Gibbs, Publisher, 1993.
Gladstar, Rosemary. Herbal Healing for Women. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1993.
Green, James. The Male Herbal. Freedom, Calif.: Crossing Press, 1991.
Hoffman, David. The New Holistic Herbal. Rockport, Mass.: Element Books, 1991.
Moore, Michael. Medicinal Plants of the Mountain West. Santa Fe, N.M.: Museum of New Mexico Press, 1979. | | Also offers books, videotapes, audiotapes and Maharishi Ayurveda products, including herbal formulas, hair and skin care products and foods. Write for a catalog.
Sources for Ayurvedic Herbs
Bazaar of India Imports
1810 University Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94703
Herbs, oils, soaps, books, incense.
Planetary Formulas
P.O. Box 533
Soquel, CA 95073
Write for a catalog of Ayurvedic and
Chinese herbs.
Quantum Publications, Inc.
P.O. Box 598
South Lancaster, MA 01561 1-800-858-1808
Catalog of Ageless Body, Timeless Mind products, a line of herbal formulas from author Deepak Chopra, M.D. | | Topical application is used to treat a wide range of skin problems, and essences are popular ingredients in skin care products and other cosmetics. Mild essential oils such as lavender can even be applied full strength, or "neat," to treat cuts, burns, headaches and other simple first-aid conditions.
"For the layperson, there aren't many essential oils I would recommend using neat on the skin," says Steele. "Even a trained aromatherapist can't always predict who will have an allergic reaction to an essential oil, so using them diluted provides an extra measure of safety. | Ruth Winter, M.S. See book keywords and concepts | Widely used in body and hand preparations, night skin care products, and face and neck creams.
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE • Peroxyl. A bleaching and oxidizing ingredient, detergent, and antiseptic. Used in skin bleaches, hair bleaches, cold creams, mouthwashes, toothpastes, and cold permanent waves. An unstable compound readily broken down into water and oxygen. It is made from barium peroxide and diluted phosphoric acid. Generally recognized as safe as a preservative and germ killer in cosmetics as well as in milk and cheese. A 3 percent solution is used medicinally as an antiseptic and germicide. | David Hoffman, FNIMH, AHG See book keywords and concepts | Circulation
Elimination
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Fig. 9.2. Pharmacokinetic pathways of volatile oils in the body
Administration and Absorption
Absorption refers to mechanisms by which molecules pass from the point of entry into the bloodstream. | Alan Keith Tillotson, Ph.D., A.H.G., D.Ay. See book keywords and concepts | Triclosan is an antimicrobial agent used in dentifrices, mouth rinses, and skin care products. It boasts a positive safety profile and is nontoxic with no long- or short-term carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic actions (Bhargava and Leonard, 1996; DeSalva etal., 1989).
GUGGUL GUM_
Latin: Commiphora mukul Sanskrit: Guggulu Balsamodendron mukul
WHAT IT DOES: Guggul gum is bitter and pungent in taste and hot in action. It is a longevity tonic that stimulates the breakdown of mucus, tumors, fat, and cysts.
RATING: Gold
SAFETY ISSUES: Do not use during pregnancy. | Velma J. Keith and Monteen Gordon See book keywords and concepts | | Aloe Vera skin care products and herbal masques are available. A Chaparral Scrub may be used (see remedies). Redmond Clay on a blemish can bring it to a head in several hours (see Redmond Clay).
Vitamins and Minerals: Natural Multiple Vit. & Min. Supplement Mega-Therapy of A, C, E., B Complex, Vitamin D & F, Zinc, Sulfur.
Diet: Real Food Diet, Juice fasts, Green Drink or chlorophyll, No sugar, chocolate, soda pop, etc. Reduce fat in diet. Other-Catnip/Garlic Enemas. |
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