Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is an organosulfur compound with the formula (CH3)2SO2. It is also known by several other names including DMSO2, methyl sulfone, and dimethyl sulfone. This colorless solid features the sulfonyl functional group and is considered relatively inert chemically.(1) MSM is one of the purest, most bio-available forms of sulphur. Sulphur is very important to…
Minerals for the skin?
Why does our skin need minerals? In order to have fantastic health and vitality we need to have the proper amount of minerals in our cells. Our bodies use over 80 minerals in order to reach our maximum function. When we are mineral depleted the evidence can appear as problems with our skin. Some examples…
Tocotrienol (Vit. E)
Is it different from regular Vitamin E (Tocopherols)? Dr. Perricone became well known for his expensive creams including Tocotrienol as a main ingredient. Is it really all it is made out to be? Let this research sway your opinions. Tocotrienols are members of the vitamin E family. An essential nutrient for the body, vitamin E…
Centipeda Cunninghamii – “Old Man Weed”
For hundreds of years medicinal plants have been used to treat medical conditions. In Australia, the Aboriginal people are well known for their expert use of these plants to survive. These plants have been used for health, shelter and food. Beth Gott, an ethnobotanist from Monash University, has indicated that a large array of Australian…
Emulsifying Wax
What are Emulsifying Waxes? Emulsifying waxes are used to bind oil and water together in creams, lotions etc. They are white waxy solids with a low fatty alcohol odor. They help form extremely stable emulsions in either water/oil or oil/water preparations. In the case of Stockton Aloe 1’s Youth-Derm® formulas, it would be an oil/Aloe…
Organic Glycerin – What is That?
Glycerin is an organic compound known more formally as glycerol. Its common sources are animal fat and vegetable oil. The organic glycerin used in our Youth-Derm® Ultra Healing Aloe Cream formulation is a natural product derived from organic vegetable oils. Glycerin is a clear, odorless liquid at room temperature and it has a sweet taste.(1) Glycerol has…
Also Contains:
Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, derived from the bacterial coat of Xanthomonas campestris, used as a food additive and rheology modifier, commonly used as a food thickening agent (in salad dressings, for example) and a stabilizer (in cosmetic products, for example, to prevent ingredients from separating). It is produced by the fermentation of glucose, sucrose,…
What Is Tapioca Starch?
Tapioca is a starch extracted from Cassava (Manihot esculenta). This species is native to Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Honduras. But the Portuguese and Spanish explorers spread the plant to Africa, the Philippines and most of the West Indies. It is now cultivated worldwide. It had and has many…
Lavender
by Geraldine Zelinsky William Turner (Herbal, 1545) I judge that the flowers of lavender quilted in a cappe and dayly worn are good for all diseases of the head that come of a cold cause and that they comfort the braine very well. From ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Syria and Persia, through the Middle Ages,…
Youth-Derm® Ultra Healing and Anti-Aging Aloe Cream Ingredient list
Our natural formulation of Youth-Derm® Ultra Healing and Anti-Aging Aloe Cream was inspired by Dr. Rodney Stockton’s original formula researched since the early 1950’s. Rodney Stockton PhD, was the first to commercialize Aloe Vera lotion to aid in the healing of sunburns. He was motivated to create his original healing ointment after getting a severe…
Tremella Mushroom
If you could find a natural replacement for synthesized, bacterially-fermented Hyaluronic Acid – would you want to? Don’t get me wrong – Hyaluronic Acid does wonders for the skin. In fact, we own a state of the art, skin resurfacing machine called the HydraFacial in our office – Agape Chiropractic, which uses hyaluronic acid as…
Why Does Raw Aloe Vera Sometimes Turn Pink or Red?
SHORT ANSWER: IS PINK ALOE VERA SAFE? Yes, fresh pink or red raw aloe vera gel is generally safe to consume and is not a sign of spoilage or harmful bacteria when properly grown, handled, and tested. In fact, many experienced aloe users prefer pink or red aloe because it often has a thicker texture,…
Why Become a Vegetarian
This may make you cringe. You might think, from the headline, “Oh, I’m going to learn why I should become a vegetarian.” Or, maybe you heard a sarcastic tone in the question: “I could be eating meat … why become a vegetarian?” Let’s just explore the topic with an open mind, and consider both sides…
Healthy Breakfast For Kids: Smoothies With Aloe
How would you like to see your children start the day with a simple, drinkable meal — one loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients? The pathway to health doesn’t have to be all uphill, and it certainly does not need to be complicated. Just combine a few basic ingredients in the blender, and…
Aloe Vera Skin Wonder
Aloe vera is an amazing product for any skin condition, from dry skin to sunburn to a mosquito bite. Rich in amino acids, minerals, vitamins, enzymes, and other essential ingredients, it effectively penetrates and transports these healthy substances through the skin. Aloe is the primary ingredient in many skin products, such as make up, anti-wrinkle…
Aloe Vera To Reduce Scarring
Whether from an accident, illness or acne, few people will go through life without injury to the skin that creates scarring. For many, these scars are unsightly and the person feels self-conscious. Scars can also create lasting effects beyond the skin surface that causes havoc in the body and may ultimately require surgery. The way…