The Skin
Eczema, psoriasis and acne are the three conditions to most commonly affect the skin. All of these conditions can cause significant distress to those suffering with them. Herbal remedies are often very effective at dealing with skin complaints.
Eczema:
Eczema shows itself as inflamed, itchy patches of skin. Eczema may appear anywhere on the body but is particularly common behind the knees and elbows, on the wrists and on the face.
Factors Affecting Eczema:
- Poor digestive function
- Genetic, there is a strong family link with eczema
- Allergies, eczema is often associated with asthma
- Stress will make eczema worse
Symptoms and Signs of Eczema:
- Dry, red inflamed patches of skin
- Oozing of fluid through the affected areas
- Blistering
- Itching which may be severe
Aims of Herbal Support Therapies:
- To support digestive function
- To address any allergy component of the condition
- To reduce inflammation
Psoriasis:
Psoriasis appears as thickened areas of skin, usually on the extensor surfaces of the body such as elbows, but may appear elsewhere.
Factors Affecting Psoriasis:
- Raised levels of exotoxin produced by bacteria in the gut
- An imbalance of cyclic GMP vs. AMP in the skin
- Genetic components
Symptoms and Signs of Psoriasis:
- Thickened areas of skin
- Itching
Aims of Herbal Support Therapies:
- To support digestive function
- To address any allergic component of the condition
- To reduce inflammation
- To correct the balance between cyclic AMP and cyclic GMP
The Skin Detox Protocol:
1. Skin Detox Formula:
For eczema, psoriasis, and other chronic skin ailments. Disturbed digestion is the most likely underlying cause of any skin disorder; therefore, consider BowelCleanse, CandidaFree, DigestAid, Gallbladder Support or LiverTone. Use along with Anti-Inflammatory or Grapeseed Combo. Contains: Burdock, Figwort, Yellow Dock, Echinacea, Ginger, Oregon Grape, Sarsaparilla.
4oz - $25
8oz - $47
16oz - $81
32oz - $135
128oz - $431
Suggested dose: 1-2 teaspoons three times daily or as directed by your physician. Take before meals or on an empty stomach.
Also available in capsule form. 90 caps per bottle.
Contains: Burdock, Nettle, Yellow Dock, Echinacea, Ginger PE, Oregon Grape, Sarsaparilla.
1-5 Bottles $8.95
Suggested dose: 1-3 capsules three times daily or as directed by your physician. Take before meals or on an empty stomach.
2. Evening Primrose Oil Caps: Temporarily Unavailable
3. Echinacea Rt.:
Tincture: 1oz. 2oz. 4oz. 8oz. 16oz. 32oz. 128oz.
1:3 45% $6.25 $9.99 $15.00 $27.00 $49.00 $87.00 $315.00
Suggested dose: 2-3 teaspoons three times daily or as directed by your physician. Take before meals or on an empty stomach.
Glycerite 4oz. 8oz. 16oz. 32oz. 128oz.
1:5 80%: $27.00 $49.00 $85.00 $160.00 $495.00
Suggested dose: 2-3 teaspoons three times daily or as directed by your physician. Take before meals or on an empty stomach.
1:1 Fluid 4oz. 8oz. 16oz. 32oz. 128oz.
Extract: $30.00 $55.00 $99.00 $175.00 $575.00
Suggested dose: 1-2 teaspoons three times daily or as directed by your physician. Take before meals or on an empty stomach.
Capsules: 1-5 Bottles
90 Count $13.50
Suggested dose: 1-3 capsules three times daily or as directed by your physician. Take before meals or on an empty stomach.
Evening Primrose Cream: Temporarily Unavailable OR
Borage Oil Cream: Temporarily Unavailable
Note: While psoriasis is not identical to eczema in so much that the inflammatory component is not as pronounced, the herbal approach is similar. The skin detox protocol offered may be used as support when suffering from either condition. If skin is dry and flaky, use Golden Seal Salve in addition to the cream.
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