San Francisco, CA - Product spotlight: Pharmacopia’s luxurious, super-moisturizing 99% natural Hand Cream.
Filled with some of the most nurturing, naturally processed ingredients found in nature, Pharmacopia's hand cream has found fans among such Hollywood luminaries as Drew Barrymore, Kate Hudson and Marisa Tomei to name just a few.
Packed with some of the most nourishing ingredients available, Pharmacopia's hand cream is available in Available in 4 scent blends:
Rosemary—rejuvenating and ultra aromatic.
Ginger—warming and invigorating.
Citrus—cheerful and joyous.
Lavender—calming and restful.
Pharmacopia is available at upscale stores like Fred Segal in Los Angeles, and Bigelow Apothecaries in New York City. Also on the web at www.Pharmacopia.net.
Great for hands and feet—applied at night under a pair of cotton gloves or socks is like a mini-spa treatment.
Here are the main ingredients:
Wheat Germ Oil - A natural emollient and moisturizer, Wheat Germ is rich in Vitamin E, D and Squalene, and offers great anti-oxidant and natural preservative properties.
Vegetable Glycerin - Glycerin is a natural occuring moisturizer, humectant and emollient. Glycerin on skin actually attracts atmospheric moisture.
Comfrey - A strong vigorous plant rich in vitamins, mineral salts, mucilages (anti-inflammatory substances) and the protein alantoin which encourages cell division. Its beneficial properties were recognised centuries ago – it was used by the Roman military doctor Glancia (180 BC) to heal soldiers’ broken bones and wounds. When applied externally it is very effective for reducing inflammation of the skin caused by bruises, sprains and aching or swollen joints. It also encourages the formation of scabs to protect open wounds from further damage or infection.
Shea Butter - Obtained from the nut of the Mangifolia tree in Central Africa. It's also called Karite Butter, or African Shea Nut Butter. Shea butter is high in triglycerides and has 5% fatty acids, 8% unsaponifiables, and 7% waxy esters.
Aloe Vera - This clear gel from the aloe plant softens and soothes skin, and has been known to have restorative properties when used topically.
Custom blends of therapeutic-grade essential oils – provide aromatherapy properties.
Please note, while many products contain various combinations of the above, most are chemically processed, thereby removing or substantially reducing the naturally occurring vitamins and other benefial properties of these ingredients. Pharmacopia’s body care line are as close to natural as possible – a small amount of preservative is used in the final formulas to counter bacteria formation. All master ingredients are organic whenever possible.
4 oz amber glass jar. $15.00.
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Sunday, August 10, 2008
Saturday, August 9, 2008
When Faced with Arthritis of the Hand, Turn to a Hand Surgeon
Rosemont, IL June 25, 2004 -- Arthritis may affect any joint in the body, but it is most visible when it strikes the hands and fingers. If you suffer from arthritis of the hand, you are not alone. More than 40 million Americans are affected by arthritis of the hand—20 million suffer from osteoarthritis, and 2.1 million are diagnosed with the more severe rheumatoid arthritis. If you or someone you know suffers from arthritis of the hand, relief may be found as close as your nearest hand surgeon—a specially trained physician who has dedicated his or her practice to both surgical and non-surgical care and treatment of the hand.
Arthritis of the hand may be both painful and disabling. The most common forms of arthritis in the hand are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the cushioning cartilage that covers the bone surfaces at joints begins to wear out. It may be caused by simple "wear and tear" on joints, or it may develop after an injury to a joint.
Rheumatoid arthritis affects the cells that line and normally lubricate the joints. It is a systemic condition, which means that it affects multiple joints, usually on both sides of the body. The joint lining becomes inflamed and swollen. The American Society for Surgery of the Hand offers the following descriptions:
Signs and Symptoms of Arthritis of the Hand
Stiffness, swelling, loss of motion, and pain are symptoms common to both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in the hand. With osteoarthritis, bony nodules may develop at the middle joints of one or more fingers and at the finger tip. Osteoarthritis is very common at the base of the thumb. In rheumatoid arthritis, some joints may be more swollen than others. There is often a sausage-shaped swelling of the finger. In either form, the joints may enlarge and the fingers become crooked.
How Arthritis of the Hand is Diagnosed
Your doctor will examine you and ask whether you have similar symptoms in other joints. X-rays will show certain characteristics of arthritis, such as a narrowing of the joint space, the formation of cysts or bony outgrowths and the development of hard areas of bone. If your doctor suspects rheumatoid arthritis, he or she may request blood or other lab tests to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment Options for Arthritis of the Hand
Treatment is designed to relieve pain and restore function. Treatment decisions are based on the type of arthritis you have, its progression and its impact on your life. Anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen may help reduce swelling and relieve pain; prescription medications or steroid injections may be recommended. Your physician may refer you to a physical or occupational therapist because changing the way you do things with your hands may help relieve pain and pressure. Temporary splinting is often very helpful in relieving symptoms.
Osteoarthritis Treatments
If you have osteoarthritis, your physician may recommend a period of rest. You may also be advised to wear finger or wrist splints at night and for selected activities. Surgery is usually not advised unless these treatments fail.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments
If you have rheumatoid arthritis in your hands, medications can help decrease inflammation, relieve pain and retard the progress of the disease. Rest, controlled exercise, and wearing finger or wrist splints may also be part of your treatment program. Several disease-modifying treatments are now available.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis. However, in many cases the active swelling decreases in time and with appropriate medications and therapy. Surgical procedures can often help correct deformities, relieve pain, and improve function. These options include joint replacements, joint fusion and, in some cases, removing damaged bone and swollen joint lining.
Find a Hand Surgeon Near You
To find a hand surgeon in your area, visit the American Society for Surgery of the Hand’s public information website and utilize the free “Find a Hand Surgeon” service offered to the general public. Simply visit: www.HandCare.org.
The mission of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand is to advance the science and practice of hand surgery through education, research and advocacy on behalf of patients and practitioners.
The field of hand surgery deals with both surgical and non-surgical treatment of conditions and problems that may take place in the hand or upper extremity (from the tip of the hand to the shoulder). Hand surgeons can set fractures, provide appropriate nerve care, treat common problems like carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow, reattach amputated fingers, create fingers for children born with incompletely formed hands, and help people function better in their day-to-day lives through restoring use of their fingers, hands, and arms.
This article courtesy of http://anti-aging-hand-cream.info/.
You may freely reprint this article on your website or in
your newsletter provided this courtesy notice and the author
name and URL remain intact.
Arthritis of the hand may be both painful and disabling. The most common forms of arthritis in the hand are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the cushioning cartilage that covers the bone surfaces at joints begins to wear out. It may be caused by simple "wear and tear" on joints, or it may develop after an injury to a joint.
Rheumatoid arthritis affects the cells that line and normally lubricate the joints. It is a systemic condition, which means that it affects multiple joints, usually on both sides of the body. The joint lining becomes inflamed and swollen. The American Society for Surgery of the Hand offers the following descriptions:
Signs and Symptoms of Arthritis of the Hand
Stiffness, swelling, loss of motion, and pain are symptoms common to both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in the hand. With osteoarthritis, bony nodules may develop at the middle joints of one or more fingers and at the finger tip. Osteoarthritis is very common at the base of the thumb. In rheumatoid arthritis, some joints may be more swollen than others. There is often a sausage-shaped swelling of the finger. In either form, the joints may enlarge and the fingers become crooked.
How Arthritis of the Hand is Diagnosed
Your doctor will examine you and ask whether you have similar symptoms in other joints. X-rays will show certain characteristics of arthritis, such as a narrowing of the joint space, the formation of cysts or bony outgrowths and the development of hard areas of bone. If your doctor suspects rheumatoid arthritis, he or she may request blood or other lab tests to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment Options for Arthritis of the Hand
Treatment is designed to relieve pain and restore function. Treatment decisions are based on the type of arthritis you have, its progression and its impact on your life. Anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen may help reduce swelling and relieve pain; prescription medications or steroid injections may be recommended. Your physician may refer you to a physical or occupational therapist because changing the way you do things with your hands may help relieve pain and pressure. Temporary splinting is often very helpful in relieving symptoms.
Osteoarthritis Treatments
If you have osteoarthritis, your physician may recommend a period of rest. You may also be advised to wear finger or wrist splints at night and for selected activities. Surgery is usually not advised unless these treatments fail.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments
If you have rheumatoid arthritis in your hands, medications can help decrease inflammation, relieve pain and retard the progress of the disease. Rest, controlled exercise, and wearing finger or wrist splints may also be part of your treatment program. Several disease-modifying treatments are now available.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis. However, in many cases the active swelling decreases in time and with appropriate medications and therapy. Surgical procedures can often help correct deformities, relieve pain, and improve function. These options include joint replacements, joint fusion and, in some cases, removing damaged bone and swollen joint lining.
Find a Hand Surgeon Near You
To find a hand surgeon in your area, visit the American Society for Surgery of the Hand’s public information website and utilize the free “Find a Hand Surgeon” service offered to the general public. Simply visit: www.HandCare.org.
The mission of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand is to advance the science and practice of hand surgery through education, research and advocacy on behalf of patients and practitioners.
The field of hand surgery deals with both surgical and non-surgical treatment of conditions and problems that may take place in the hand or upper extremity (from the tip of the hand to the shoulder). Hand surgeons can set fractures, provide appropriate nerve care, treat common problems like carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow, reattach amputated fingers, create fingers for children born with incompletely formed hands, and help people function better in their day-to-day lives through restoring use of their fingers, hands, and arms.
This article courtesy of http://anti-aging-hand-cream.info/.
You may freely reprint this article on your website or in
your newsletter provided this courtesy notice and the author
name and URL remain intact.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Pharmacopia’s hand cream - luxury in a jar.
San Francisco, CA - Product spotlight: Pharmacopia’s luxurious, super-moisturizing 99% natural Hand Cream.
Filled with some of the most nurturing, naturally processed ingredients found in nature, Pharmacopia’s hand cream has found fans among such Hollywood luminaries as Drew Barrymore, Kate Hudson and Marisa Tomei to name just a few.
Packed with some of the most nourishing ingredients available, Pharmacopia’s hand cream is available in Available in 4 scent blends:
Rosemary—rejuvenating and ultra aromatic.
Ginger—warming and invigorating.
Citrus—cheerful and joyous.
Lavender—calming and restful.
Pharmacopia is available at upscale stores like Fred Segal in Los Angeles, and Bigelow Apothecaries in New York City. Also on the web at www.Pharmacopia.net.
Great for hands and feet—applied at night under a pair of cotton gloves or socks is like a mini-spa treatment.
Here are the main ingredients:
Wheat Germ Oil - A natural emollient and moisturizer, Wheat Germ is rich in Vitamin E, D and Squalene, and offers great anti-oxidant and natural preservative properties.
Vegetable Glycerin - Glycerin is a natural occuring moisturizer, humectant and emollient. Glycerin on skin actually attracts atmospheric moisture.
Comfrey - A strong vigorous plant rich in vitamins, mineral salts, mucilages (anti-inflammatory substances) and the protein alantoin which encourages cell division. Its beneficial properties were recognised centuries ago – it was used by the Roman military doctor Glancia (180 BC) to heal soldiers’ broken bones and wounds. When applied externally it is very effective for reducing inflammation of the skin caused by bruises, sprains and aching or swollen joints. It also encourages the formation of scabs to protect open wounds from further damage or infection.
Shea Butter - Obtained from the nut of the Mangifolia tree in Central Africa. It’s also called Karite Butter, or African Shea Nut Butter. Shea butter is high in triglycerides and has 5% fatty acids, 8% unsaponifiables, and 7% waxy esters.
Aloe Vera - This clear gel from the aloe plant softens and soothes skin, and has been known to have restorative properties when used topically.
Custom blends of therapeutic-grade essential oils – provide aromatherapy properties.
Please note, while many products contain various combinations of the above, most are chemically processed, thereby removing or substantially reducing the naturally occurring vitamins and other benefial properties of these ingredients. Pharmacopia’s body care line are as close to natural as possible – a small amount of preservative is used in the final formulas to counter bacteria formation. All master ingredients are organic whenever possible.
4 oz amber glass jar. $15.00.
This article courtesy of http://anti-aging-hand-cream.info/.
You may freely reprint this article on your website or in
your newsletter provided this courtesy notice and the author
name and URL remain intact.
Filled with some of the most nurturing, naturally processed ingredients found in nature, Pharmacopia’s hand cream has found fans among such Hollywood luminaries as Drew Barrymore, Kate Hudson and Marisa Tomei to name just a few.
Packed with some of the most nourishing ingredients available, Pharmacopia’s hand cream is available in Available in 4 scent blends:
Rosemary—rejuvenating and ultra aromatic.
Ginger—warming and invigorating.
Citrus—cheerful and joyous.
Lavender—calming and restful.
Pharmacopia is available at upscale stores like Fred Segal in Los Angeles, and Bigelow Apothecaries in New York City. Also on the web at www.Pharmacopia.net.
Great for hands and feet—applied at night under a pair of cotton gloves or socks is like a mini-spa treatment.
Here are the main ingredients:
Wheat Germ Oil - A natural emollient and moisturizer, Wheat Germ is rich in Vitamin E, D and Squalene, and offers great anti-oxidant and natural preservative properties.
Vegetable Glycerin - Glycerin is a natural occuring moisturizer, humectant and emollient. Glycerin on skin actually attracts atmospheric moisture.
Comfrey - A strong vigorous plant rich in vitamins, mineral salts, mucilages (anti-inflammatory substances) and the protein alantoin which encourages cell division. Its beneficial properties were recognised centuries ago – it was used by the Roman military doctor Glancia (180 BC) to heal soldiers’ broken bones and wounds. When applied externally it is very effective for reducing inflammation of the skin caused by bruises, sprains and aching or swollen joints. It also encourages the formation of scabs to protect open wounds from further damage or infection.
Shea Butter - Obtained from the nut of the Mangifolia tree in Central Africa. It’s also called Karite Butter, or African Shea Nut Butter. Shea butter is high in triglycerides and has 5% fatty acids, 8% unsaponifiables, and 7% waxy esters.
Aloe Vera - This clear gel from the aloe plant softens and soothes skin, and has been known to have restorative properties when used topically.
Custom blends of therapeutic-grade essential oils – provide aromatherapy properties.
Please note, while many products contain various combinations of the above, most are chemically processed, thereby removing or substantially reducing the naturally occurring vitamins and other benefial properties of these ingredients. Pharmacopia’s body care line are as close to natural as possible – a small amount of preservative is used in the final formulas to counter bacteria formation. All master ingredients are organic whenever possible.
4 oz amber glass jar. $15.00.
This article courtesy of http://anti-aging-hand-cream.info/.
You may freely reprint this article on your website or in
your newsletter provided this courtesy notice and the author
name and URL remain intact.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Newest Request: Hand Care And Rejuvenation
Living in the 21 st century often represents an unending quest for beauty and perfection, especially for women who find them dealing with fine lines, wrinkles, overweight, and stretch marks and so on. Rejuvenation not only makes them more appealing but also adds significant more self confidence and personal fulfillment. Important cosmeticians have struggled for decades to release new elixirs of youth, most of them facial care products promising to fade wrinkles away forever. Some of them actually succeeded in it, others did not. The permanent battle between plastic surgery and cosmetic industry has been oscillating for years in people’s top of preferences.
It appears so, that the battle has changed the stake. Facial care, so controversially discussed between the two beauty “dictators”, is no longer the hottest topic. The position is now being claimed by hand care, unjustified neglected until recently. Hands are not only our most used “visit card” speaking about us in almost every circumstance, but they are also one of our body parts most exposed to external and internal aging factors.
Sun light, cold, dirt, but also inner medical conditions affect the appearance of hand skin and make it look spotted, thin and crepe-papery, almost inconsistently transparent.
So what if you got rid of crow’s feet and all those lines of expression around mouth and eyes, when your hands betray you?
Hand skin differs in complexion from face derma, therefore specialized products are needed to maintain or improve its aspect. However, similar techniques can be applied for successful results.
Estheticians agree that microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing and chemical peels, used for face rejuvenation as well, can enhance hand skin with a thicker and more elastic appearance.
Injections work for hand care, too, only this time a chemical solution is used. Another type of injection can be the one valorizing your own fat extracted in a liposuction procedure. Does not sound good at all, and, as far as I know, only a few people will consider this last procedure as viable.
However, lotions and creams remain most people’s number one in beauty treatments, not only due to their affordability, but also to the comfortable and painless usage.
I am A.K.Kohl, a German freelancer, and I write articles (English and German) on skin and beauty, health and travel. You can visit my latest work: Strivectin Serum or just write me for more sample work.
It appears so, that the battle has changed the stake. Facial care, so controversially discussed between the two beauty “dictators”, is no longer the hottest topic. The position is now being claimed by hand care, unjustified neglected until recently. Hands are not only our most used “visit card” speaking about us in almost every circumstance, but they are also one of our body parts most exposed to external and internal aging factors.
Sun light, cold, dirt, but also inner medical conditions affect the appearance of hand skin and make it look spotted, thin and crepe-papery, almost inconsistently transparent.
So what if you got rid of crow’s feet and all those lines of expression around mouth and eyes, when your hands betray you?
Hand skin differs in complexion from face derma, therefore specialized products are needed to maintain or improve its aspect. However, similar techniques can be applied for successful results.
Estheticians agree that microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing and chemical peels, used for face rejuvenation as well, can enhance hand skin with a thicker and more elastic appearance.
Injections work for hand care, too, only this time a chemical solution is used. Another type of injection can be the one valorizing your own fat extracted in a liposuction procedure. Does not sound good at all, and, as far as I know, only a few people will consider this last procedure as viable.
However, lotions and creams remain most people’s number one in beauty treatments, not only due to their affordability, but also to the comfortable and painless usage.
I am A.K.Kohl, a German freelancer, and I write articles (English and German) on skin and beauty, health and travel. You can visit my latest work: Strivectin Serum or just write me for more sample work.
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