St. John's Herbs Blog

When you hear the word cosmeceutical what do you think of?  If you are like me you thought of two words, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.  However you may see the term recognized more with the natural ingredients than with synthetic (man-made) ingredients. Janet Poveromo with Vitamin Retailer Magazine defines them this way, “Cosmeceuticals – Topical beauty products that contain active ingredients or technologies that provide added skin benefits.”  This article will be referring to a broad overview of natural topical beauty products.

Whether you have heard of the term cosmeceutical or not, you have undoubtedly been exposed to them in one form or the other.  You may have seen an advertisement for them or they may be in your home but there is an increase of awareness for these products.  Yet despite this growing fascination with these products, the United States lags behind other countries in Europe or Asia who are more quickly adopting the “beauty-from-within” concept.  One reason for this may be that cosmeceuticals may not provide instant results which Americans are accustomed to.

So what exactly are natural cosmeceuticals?  They are topical beauty products that contain natural ingredients like; acids, antioxidants, botanicals, enzymes, proteins, etc.  Examples include Vitamin C cream or Vitamin E ointments.  There has also been a large increase in EFA’s (essential fatty acids) in cosmeceuticals.  These can include Omega’s 3, 6, and 9 from various sources.  Not only are the fatty acids good for the heart and the brain, but the skin as well.

Although there are benefits to using natural skin care products, the industry is self-regulated so it is important to do your homework to determine the most ethical and safest products.  There are companies who test products to high standards, though the FDA does not require them.  One such company, Aubrey Organics has been setting new standards for years.  The company, founded by Aubrey Hampton 40 years ago, became the first personal care manufacturer to be certified as an organic processor by Quality Assurance International in 1994.  With cosmeceutials becoming more popular, companies with lower or no standards may increase so look for companies that have a good reputation and track record.

We recently introduced a full line of natural beauty products and would like to answer any questions you have about this or other natural topics.  Stop by or call (865) 577-7725 and ask our knowledgeable staff how you can get on the road to a healthier future; Health the way God intended.

Disclaimer: The information presented herein by St. John’s Herbs and Wellness is intended for educational purposes only.  These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease.  Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Historic Springs Alkaline Water

There is an old saying “it must be in the water” and although it may refer to many things, for residents of Seymour, Seiverville, South Knoxville, and surrounding areas it refers to high pH balanced alkaline ionized water. What these residents know that you may not is that water with a high pH, is in many ways, more beneficial thanregular tap or well water. The water I am referring to is Alkaline High pH Ionized mineral water and the brand we trust is Hydrate High pH water from Historic Springs.

Some of the benefits of Hydrate High pH water include; a pH over 9.5, natural minerals, and it comes from the natural springs of Dandridge, TN. Neutral water has a pH of 7.0. Anything less than 7.0 is considered acidic, above 7.0 is alkaline. If your body is acidic, there is a greater chance for disease to survive and thrive than in a more alkaline body. Some bottled water has minerals added to enhance the taste. That means that those minerals were at one time removed then added back. Our bodies need vitamins and minerals to preform at optimal levels. Hydrate High pH water includes natural minerals because it comes from a natural source in Tennessee. The family in Dandridge micro-filters and puts the water into ultra-violet lights to insure the water is safe without removing the natural minerals.

At St. John’s Herbs we believe that the money you spend on preventing health problems now is an investment in your future health. Together we can help take the strain off of our health care system by living healthier lives today. Stop by or call (865) 577-7725 and ask our knowledgeable staff how you can get on the road to a healthier future; Health the way God intended.

Disclaimer: The information presented herein by St. John’s Herbs and Wellness is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.