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SKIN & HAIR SYSTEM
The Living Barrier

Every building has a special layer of protective paint, stone, or other covering that shields the building from exposure to the environment. In the body, this system consists of skin, nails and hair.

Skin

The skin is the largest organ of the body and the most exposed. It is a supple, elastic tissue that conserves heat and moisture. It is the first organ to respond to pain or touch. Skin also functions as a cooling system and helps regulate internal body temperature.

The skin consists of three principal layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and a layer of fat. On the epidermis, keratin, a protein compound, waterproofs the skin. This outer layer is actually made up of dead cells. It is the first defense against harmful solar radiation and foreign agents. Keratin is also the principal constituent of hair and nails.

The dermis houses the sweat and sebaceous glands. The sebaceous glands pour out sebum, a fatty substance, into hair follicles to oil the hair and skin. Sweat and sebum are both mildly antiseptic and contribute to the suppleness of skin. The dermis also contains nerve endings, blood vessels, and elastic connective tissue.

Normal skin secretes the right amount of natural oil (sebum) to form a thin, well-balanced acid mantle with a pH of 5.5. This holds bacteria growth to a minimum.

The subcutaneous tissue, or fat layer, is made up of connective tissue that specializes in the formation of fat. This layer stores energy and also provides protection and insulation.

Hair

Hair helps control the body's temperature, shades the skin from intensive light, and also seems to collect waste byproducts such as toxic metals Hair in the nose and eats traps foreign particles.

There are 100,000 strands of hair on the average head. Hair is made up of keratin, and the root is the only living part of the hair. Hair is kept in good condition by the secretions of the sebaceous glands.

Factors in Skin and Hair Health

Skin cells absorb the sun's rays and produce vitamin D. Excessive exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer. Another skin problem is psoriasis, a scaly skin condition that affects two out of every 100 people in the Western world. In the U.S., approximately 7 million people suffer from it. Dermatitis and acne are two other skin disorders.

Provitamin D-3 is present in the oily components of the skin and on its surfaces. Excess amounts of vitamin D are stored in the liver, fatty tissues, lungs, spleen, and brain.

Contrary to popular belief, the enhancing of vitamin D production under a sunlamp is not as effective as exposure to natural sunlight. Overexposure to concentrated ultraviolet ray sources generally results in bums and toxic conditions in the body.

Internal skin care begins with proper nutrition. This includes drinking plenty of pure water, which helps to hydrate skin from the inside out and also helps flush toxins out of the body. Exercise and rest are also important.

For external skin care, a good daily treatment routine is vital. This can maintain the skin's current state of health by nourishing and protecting it, as well as by removing oily buildup that accumulates throughout the day.

Natria Irish Moss Hand & Body Lotion is designed for overall skin care needs and promotes skin health, suppleness, and elasticity. This improved formula contains a unique moisture-replenishing complex that protects against harmful external drying elements and ensures optimal hydration. It also provides important vitamins (A, B, C, and E) that deposit vital nutrients directly to the skin. Herbal and botanical extracts, including Irish Moss extract, aloe vera gel, green tea, comfrey root extract, Icelandic moss, and Morinda citrifolia juice provide natural, skin-nourishing benefits. This new formula comes in a tube for easier dispensing and has a pleasant, natural fragrance and color.
Stock No. 6021-0 (8 oz.)

HSN-W combines herbs traditionally used to provide needed elements to the hair, skin, and nails?dulse plant, horsetail herb, sage leaves, and rosemary herb.
Stock No. 935-4 (100)

Black Ointment?'s powerful drawing ability makes it an excellent cream for topical use. It contains extracts of chaparral herb, chickweed herb, marshmallow root, comfrey leaves, plantain leaves, red clover blossoms, mullein leaves, golden seal root, and comfrey root in a base of wheat germ oil, olive oil, pine tar, pine gum, beeswax, and lanolin.
Stock No. 1696-9 (1 oz.)

Golden Salve? is a naturally soothing ointment. It contains extracts of golden seal root, myrrh gum, comfrey root, St. John's Wort herb, plantain leaves, chickweed herb, wintergreen oil, sage oil, and gum benzoin in a base of olive oil and beeswax.
Stock No. 1698-0 (1 oz.)

Herbal Trim, with its unique combination of skin pampering emollients, botanicals, and essential oil extracts is an excellent method of deep conditioning the skin. Comes with complete instructions.
Stock No. 1669-0 (8 oz.)

Aloe Vera Gel is a topical aid for the soothing relief of dry skin. No household should be without this amazing gel.
Stock No. 1679-2 (8 fl. oz.)

Horsetail is rich in silica, a major constituent in the biological cement that holds our body together, and it is useful in nutritionally supporting the skin.
Stock No. 390-2 (100)

Jojoba Oil has become a popular ingredient in many shampoos and conditioners in recent years. It helps to cleanse the scalp, and nourishes and conditions even dull, dry hair.
Stock No. 1695-1 (0.5 fl. oz.)

Nature's Fresh? all-natural deodorizing spray biodegrades organic odors and stains. Based on an amazing enzyme discovery that helps turn odors and stains into harmless substances that permanently disappear, this hospital-tested formula has been proven hypoallergenic and non-irritating. It's also environmentally safe, which means a lot these days.
Stock No. 9834-7 (16 oz.)

Pau D?Arco Lotion will make your skin as soft as a baby's ear. It is especially designed for topical use on hands, arms, and face. You?ll love its non-greasy method of leaving skin smooth and supple.
Stock No. 1614-4 (4 fl. oz.)

Sage is considered by many people a good flavoring for stuffing, but its uses go far beyond turkey filling. It is a member of the mint family, rich in vitamins and minerals. It has been used internally to strengthen the hair, and externally to darken hair.
Stock No. 610-1 (100)

Sunshine Concentrate Cleaner is biodegradable and contains no environmentally harmful phosphates, borates, or nitrates. Its suds break down easily and therefore do not pollute the water supply. Can be used for almost all cleaning needs. Because it is highly concentrated, only a small amount is needed.
Stock No. 1551-6 (32 fl. oz.)

Note: New improved crystal-clear product no longer contains blue dye.

Tea Tree Oil, also popularly known as melaleuca, is native to Australia. It has so many uses and is so virtually safe that no home is complete without it. It is used in shampoos, creams, skin cleansers, cosmetics and other external preparations.
Stock No. 1777-1 (0.5 fl. oz.)

Tea Tree Pure Essential Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia, steam distilled, wildcrafted) is an extremely versatile oil. Cooling Tea Tree has long been used for its antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, and antiviral properties. It is a powerful immune stimulant and an effective treatment for cold sores and fever blisters. It can be used undiluted on the skin.

Stock No. 3916-6 (0.5 fl. oz.)