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Base Ingredients

Certified organic herbal infusion of chamomile (chamomilla recutita), echinacea (echinacea purpurea), green tea
(camellia sinensis) and lavender (lavandula officinalis), plant oils of safflower (carthamus tinctorius), jojoba
(simmondsia chinensis), sesame (sesamum indicum), grapeseed (vitis vinifera) and avocado (persea gratissima),
vegetable glycerin, certified organic aloe barbadensis, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl palmitate, stearic acid, cucumber
extract (cucumis sativus), organic sea kelp extract (macrocystis pyrifera), panthenol (pro-vitamin B5), lecithin, silica,
botanical fragrance (parfum), methyl/propylparaben, tocopheryl acetate and tocopherol (vitamin E).
Standards• Hypo-allergenic
• No synthetic colors
• pH balanced
• 100% vegetarian ingredients and no animal testing
Signature ingredient: Certified organic aloe vera provides skin with an infusion of mineral-rich moisture as well as
amino acids, enzymes, proteins, and humectants. Meanwhile, organic chamomile and echinacea speed healing and
promote regeneration in dry, cracked skin, while green tea provides powerful antioxidant protection.
Product description: This deep, nourishing drink for dry, thirsty skin blends certified organic aloe vera, green tea and
chamomile extracts for optimum moisture balance and therapeutic benefits.
Features and benefits: Exquisitely light, our Original Body Lotion is rich in natural plant emollients to soothe and
protect dry, sensitive skin. The perfect all-over body treatment, it's synergistic blend of aloe vera, green tea,
echinacea, chamomile and lavender deliver excellent healing and protection to beleaguered skin.
Excellent for all skin types.
Directions for use: Smooth over entire body after bath or shower, with special attention to extra dry skin, elbows, knees
and feet. Also an ideal massage lotion.

Botanical Lotion

Jojoba Oil

Grapeseed Oil

Jojoba (pronounced "ho-ho-ba") is an evergreen shrub found in the southwestern United States, Israel and
Argentina. Plants in the wild usually range in height from three to 15 feet and are believed to have a longevity of
150 to 200 years.
The jojoba oil is extracted from the seed of the plant. Female jojoba plants produce a seed that contains 40-60%
liquid wax. Jojoba oil is composed of liquid wax esters which make up 26-30% of our skin's surface layer called
sebum. As we age our rate of wax ester production steadily decreases, particularly in women.
In skin care Jojoba oil seems to be readily absorbed. It will not block pores. It seems to help moisture loss. When
used as a moisturizer it tends to soothe wrinkles and lines due to dry skin. Your skin may appear more supple and
feel smoother and softer.
Jojoba oil is a wonderful eye make-up remover. The skin around the eye is so delicate. Jojoba oil is gentle to the
skin and conditions the skin as it removes the make-up.
Jojoba is an excellent skin oil and carrier for the essential oils.

In all products grape seed oil is a preferred cosmetic ingredient for damaged and stressed tissues, possessing
regenerative and restructuring qualities which allow a better control of skin moisturization. It can help skin retain the
normal structure of epithelium cells and nerve cells via supporting the cell membranes.[citation needed] It is noted to
be especially effective for repair of the skin around the eyes. Used as an all-over skin moisturizer, grape seed oil is
known to reduce the look of stretch marks. A light, thin oil, grape seed oil leaves a glossy film over the skin when
used as a carrier oil for essential oils in aromatherapy. It contains more linoleic acid than many other carrier oils.
Grape seed oil is also usable as a lubricant for face shaving.

Olive Oil

Olive Oil is a fruit oil obtained from the olive (Olea europaea), a traditional tree crop of the Mediterranean Basin. It
is used in cooking, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and soaps, and as a fuel for traditional oil lamps. Olive oil is a
healthful oil because of its high content of monounsaturated fat (mainly oleic acid) and polyphenols.
Olive Oil, Olea europea, the queen of oil for soapmaking, has been treasured for centuries for its ability to nourish
the skin. It is an extremely mild oil packed with vitamins, minerals and proteins. Olive oil prevents the loss of skin's
natural moisture. It attracts external moisture, holds the moisture close to the skin, and forms a breathable film to
prevent loss of internal moisture. Since the fat composition of olive oil is very similar to that of human skin, it rarely
causes allergic reactions and does not block the natural functions of the skin. In addition, it’s absorbed quickly and
helps lock in moisture and soothe sensitive skin. Olive oil is believed to have healing properties, as well as being an
excellent moisturizer. It helps keeps skin soft, supple and younger looking. True old world style Castile soap is
made exclusively with olive oil and produces an extremely mild low lathering soap with fine silky bubbles. In hair
care, Olive oil has been used for centuries in hot oil treatments. Olive oil helps repair split ends, heals dandruff, and
makes your hair shiny, silky, and lustrous.

Shea Nut Butter, Oryza sativa, also known as African Karite Butter, is obtained from the nut of the Mangifolia
Tree. Shea butter has a wide range of amazing properties stemming from its physical make up of vitamins A, E,
and cinnamic acid, just to name a few. Shea Butter, containing a natural UV protection, was used for centuries by
the natives of the Ivory Coast and Senegal to heal and protect skin due to its anti-inflammatory capabilities. It has
been shown to increase the healing of wounds and improve scars. It is used to heal eczema, burns, rashes,
severely dry skin, and to lessen the irritation of psoriasis. Shea Butter penetrates deep into your skin, gives back
its elasticity and helps dry aging skin. It moisturizes and nourishes your skin and is excellent for dry, damaged and
maturing skin. Shea butter contains unsaponifiable fats, which do not turn to soap and thus supply wonderful
moisturizing properties in a bar of soap. In hair care Shea Butter provides deep nourishment for the hair shaft, and
moisturizes dry, dull hair resulting in improved brilliance and manageability. It is also believed to help promote new
hair growth.

Shea Butter

Coconut Oil, Cocos nucifera, one of the main soapmaking oils, comes from the fruit of the Coconut Palm. This
oil gives soap cleansing properties and makes a rich creamy lather with big, fluffy bubbles. It is a great moisturizer
which is quickly absorbed by the skin and never leaves a greasy feeling. This is one of the best oils known for its
lathering and moisturizing properties. It even produces an incredibly rich, creamy, fluffy lather in cold seawater!!
Coconut oil is also great in lotion bars, creams, and hair care products. It is used in India as a hair tonic to
stimulate hair growth, stimulate the scalp, and prevent graying of hair.

Palm Oil, Elaeis guineensis, is produced from the pulp or fleshly portion of the fruit of the palm. It makes a nice
hard bar of soap that cleans well when used in combination with other oils such as coconut and olive oil. It lends
hardness and smooth creamy bubbles to soap. Palm oil is universal and used in many expensive luxury soaps.

Palm Kernel Oil, Elaeis guineensis, is pressed from the kernels or seed of the palm tree fruit. It is very similar to
coconut oil in that it has a high percentage of lauric acid which allows it to produce a hard soap with good lather. It
is a great moisturizer which is quickly absorbed by the skin and never leaves a greasy feeling. This is one of the
best oils known for its lathering and moisturizing properties.

Evening Primrose Oil, Oenothera biennis, expeller pressed from the seeds of the Evening Primrose Flower, is
rich in vitamins and minerals and is a rich source of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids, including gamma-linolenic
acid (GLA), which promote healthy skin by conditioning and restoring moisture to dry or rough areas.
Gamma-Linolenic acid is a choice ingredient in cosmetic products due to the fact it maintains the skin elasticity. It is
particularly recommended for dry and devitalized skin. Evening Primrose has been used in folk medicine for its skin
soothing properties to help with skin conditions like eczema. An excellent oil for dry, aging or chapped skin, evening
primrose is often used as a body message oil. Evening primrose oil soap gives a thick creamy lather which cleans
and moisturizes dry skin.

Aloe vera, Aloe barbadensis, a member of the lily family, is closer in resemblance to a cactus. For thousands of
years, aloe vera has been recognized as one of nature’s most remarkable herbs for health and beauty. The plant’s
leaves are filled with a gel that contains more than 75 known substances, which include vitamins, minerals, enzymes,
proteins, polysaccharides and biological stimulators. Aloe was used in beauty rituals by the ancient Egyptians due to
its beneficial effects on skin. Doctors in ancient China called aloe the "the harmonic remedy" because of its healing
properties. For many years aloe, with a pH similar to our own skin, has been prized for its anti-inflammatory
properties, its ability to relieve itching, and its skin-moisturizing effects. Aloe is soothing, emollient, antibacterial,
promotes new skin growth, moisturizes, protects, and counters the effects of aging. It is rich in natural moisture and
has a humectant quality that draws additional moisture to the skin. The finest most concentrated extract of aloe vera
is obtained from the innermost flesh of the aloe vera leaf. Aloe vera juice, extract and oil are believed to encourage
skin rejuvenation and promote healing of wounds and treatment of sunburn. For most of our soaps we like to use
use fresh organic aloe leaves that we grow in our greenhouse. We whir them in the blender and add them at the
end of the soapmaking process in order to keep as much of the beneficial properties as possible. Aloe vera adds a
wonderful, silky texture to soap leaving skin soft and smooth. In hair care, aloe makes hair more manageable,
smoother, silkier, and healthier. Aloe conditions, moisturizes and creates a smooth shine. There are some that
believe that aloe may help promote hair growth, make the hair thicker, and strengthen the hair so it is more resistant
to breakage. Mexican woman have applied aloe vera for centuries to add luster and manageability to their hair.

Chamomile, Matricaria recutita, flowers add a slightly astringent quality to soaps. Infusions of Chamomile have
been used to soothe skin rashes, minor burns and sunburn. Used as a lotion or added in oil form to a cool bath,
chamomile eases the itching of eczema and other rashes and reduces skin inflammation. Chamomile's mild
astringency makes it very good for deep-cleaning pores. Chamomile tea makes a fantastic hair rinse for blonds. This
herb is commonly sold as a soothing and relaxing tea. It is believed to ease depression, stress, insomnia and
migraines. Facilitates meditation. In hair care chamomile is used to soothe the scalp, condition, and stimulate healthy
hair growth. Chamomile is one of the most beneficial herbs for hair. It adds highlights to fair hair and a sheen to dark
hair and it conditions and softens.

Goat Milk has been used since ancient times as a natural cleanser. Goat Milk is one of natures finest moisturizers,
has excellent emollient (softening and soothing to the skin) properties, and adds creaminess to handcrafted soap.
The main reason soapmakers use goat’s milk is because it has a very high butterfat content. The butterfat is good for
your skin--it softens and moisturizes. Goat milk contains caprylic acid, which reduces alkalinity, giving soap a pH
(acid/base balance) much closer to skin's own natural pH . The lower pH reduces the surface tension of skin, allowing
it to absorb the moisturizing effects of a goat milk and glycerin. People who can not use regular soap find that our
goat milk soaps are very mild and non-irritating to their skin. Goat milk is full of vitamins. It contains vitamin A, and
several B vitamins including riboflavin, niacin, B6, B12. Alpha-hydroxy acids found naturally in Goat milk are believed
to have rejuvenating effects on skin's cells, neutralizing free radicals, and slowing the aging process. In hair care, goat
milk replenishes the moisture in every strand by penetrating the hair shaft. It nourishes the scalp, adding life, luster,
and body to hair.

Green Tea, Camellia sinensis: Legend says that Chinese Emperor Shen Nung stumbled upon the drink when a leaf
from the Camellia sinensis tree blew into his cup of boiled water in 2735 B.C. There are three types tea from the
leaves of the Camellia sinensis: green, oolong and black. Green tea is steamed, baked or pan heated to prevent
oxidation and thus, the leaves remain green. Oolong tea is partially fermented. Oxidation is cut short so the leaves are
black only on the edges. Black tea is fully fermented, producing black leaves. Green Tea is naturally rich in
antioxidants and is believed to remove toxins and help rejuvenate skin cells. It is excellent for both skin and hair care.
Tea is a mild astringent and has been used for centuries to cleanse, tone and purify the skin and scalp. One popular
folk remedy says to place damp teabags on your eyelids to reduce swelling, puffiness and dark circles. Green Tea
leaves can be used as a gentle exfoliant to give your skin a healthy glow.

Bergamot, Citrus bergamia, has an uplifting sweet lemon-lime, citrus, floral scent. The bergamot fruit is not edible
because the pulp is far too sour. Bergamot oil is cold pressed from the fruit peel. Bergamot provides the unusual
flavor for Earl Grey tea. Bergamot can heal dry, chapped and irritated skin, making it an excellent choice for
relieving symptoms of eczema and psoriasis.    It's astringent quality helps regulate excessive oiliness of the skin
and scalp. Its deodorizing action refreshes your body. Aromatherapy Properties: Documented in old herbal texts,
the aromatherapy benefits of Bergamot oil are said to be balancing to the nervous system by relieving anxiety and
stress, and lifting melancholy.

Citrus Oils like Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Tangerine, and Sweet Orange are believed to be uplifting,
balancing and regenerative. They have anti-bacterial and astringent properties. Citrus oils, great skin tonics,
stimulate the microcirculation of your skin, supports tissue regeneration and are stimulating and rejuvenating. They
are wonderful for dull skin. In hair care citrus oil helps balance the production of sebum. They refresh, invigorate,
and cleanse the scalp.   Aromatherapy Properties: Citrus essential oil brightens and warms your mood, calms,
encourages, clears the head, increases mental alertness, improves memory, and reduces stress and headaches.
Their scents are fresh scent and stimulating. Citrus oils in general are believed to stimulate positive energy and
thus cause feelings of joy and happiness.

Clary Sage, Salvia sclarea, cultivated especially in the Mediterranean region, was highly esteemed in the middle
ages. Clary sage has a beautiful earthy and herbaceous scent with a hint of floral.   The soothing qualities make
Clary Sage useful for all skin inflammations. Aromatherapy Properties: Clary Sage calms and balances the spirit
and brings on a feeling of tranquility. It is believed to be extremely beneficial for the nervous system relating to
stress, anxiety, and depression. Clary Sage oil aromatherapy should not be used when pregnant.

Eucalyptus oil, Eucalyptus globulus, a key ingredient in vapor rub, is a wonderful essential oil that has been used
in healing and cleaning for centuries. Eucalyptus oil comes from the leaves of Eucalyptus trees—a tall, fast growing
evergreen tree. Once the oils are extracted from the leaves, the oil is distilled and used for many ailments, such as
bronchitis, coughs, croup, fevers, head aches, rheumatism, sinus congestion, sore throats, and other body aches
and pains. In hair care products, eucalyptus refreshes and stimulates the scalp, promotes increased blood
circulation, stimulates growth, helps with dandruff, and promotes a healthy scalp. Aromatherapy Properties: The
rich, deep aroma of eucalyptus awakens the senses, and helps to renew a tired and sagging spirit. It has a soothing
and calming effect on the whole body. Eucalyptus essential oil aromatherapy should not be used in early pregnancy.

Geranium, Pelargonium graveolens, with its mild, soothing and healing effects is believed to stimulate cell
regeneration and has been used for centuries for skin care and in the treatment of skin inflammation. Geranium,
which nourishes skin, creates balance between oily and dry skin and can be used on almost any type of skin. It's
fresh, sweet, rosy floral scent has uplifting properties. We love to use this oil in special blends for many of our
products. It is widely used as a skin and hair care ingredient because of its ability to restore balance to oily or dry
hair and skin. Aromatherapy Properties: It is used in aromatherapy as a balancing oil for the mind and body to
balance emotions, and relieve stress, depression, anxiety and mood swings.     Geranium essential oil aromatherapy
should not be used in early pregnancy.

Grapefruit, Citris paradisi, oil is cold pressed from the peel of the grapefruit. It has a fresh, sweet, citrus scent. It
is used as an astringent for oily skin, to refresh and energize the body, and as an airborne disinfectant.
Aromatherapy Properties: The fresh aroma of grapefruit clears the mind and is used in aromatherapy to relieve
melancholy, muscle fatigue, lack of energy, jet lag, headaches, moodiness and mental and physical tiredness.

Lavender, Lavendula officinalis, essential oil is extracted from flowering tops of the lavender plant.   It is believed
to be anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating, anti-bacterial, anti fungal, and anti-septic.   Lavender is believed to stimulate
the immune system which contributes to the healing process. Lavender tones the skin and is useful for all types of
skin problems: acne, oily skin, burns, sunburn, wounds, eczema, psoriasis, insect bites, stings and as an insect
repellent. Lavender promotes skin healing and eases inflammation. In hair care products, lavender, a cleansing,
balancing herb, will balance oily or dry hair and scalp. It soothes an irritated scalp and stimulates the hair follicles.
Aromatherapy Properties: Lavender oil relieves tension with its soothing, calming and harmonizing effect on the
nerves.   It is effective for headaches, migraines and insomnia. Its floral and woody fragrance is great for stress
relief and general relaxation.   Lavender is one of the few essential oils that can be applied "neat," meaning directly
to the skin without diluting. Many aromatherapists suggest a spritz of Lavender water on bed linens or a dab of
Lavender essential oil on the wrist for a relaxing and soothing sleep. Scott Cunningham, in his book Magical
Aromatherapy, suggests a lavender-scented bath at least once a week as a "health-maintaining ritual." Lavender
essential oil aromatherapy should not be used in early pregnancy.

Patchouli, Pogostemon cablin, is the exotic, woodsy, earthy scent reminiscent of the 60's. The aroma of Patchouli
will take the children of the 1960's on a trip down memory lane. This bushy herb has large fragrant furry leaves and
white flowers with a bit of purple. It is said to rejuvenate skin and relieve some skin conditions like inflammation,
acne, skin allergies and eczema. It is a gentle oil and may be helpful with mature or aged skin.   In hair care
patchouli is a great treatment for oily scalp and dandruff and it is also excellent for dry hair and scalp. Aromatherapy
Properties: Patchouli has long been a favorite aromatherapy oil. Often referred to as the scent of love, patchouli is
believed to be a very effective aphrodisiac that promotes increased feelings of desire. The warmth and depth of its
aroma make it comforting and relaxing, creating an amorous atmosphere. Patchouli is known for its sensual,
uplifting and stimulating properties

Peppermint, Mentha piperata, is minty, strong and fresh essential oil which has a cooling effect on the body which
makes it ideal for use by sports people.   Peppermint's cooling power comes from the high percentage of menthol in
it's leaves and preflowering tops. Menthol has antibacterial properties and is used externally in liniments to stimulate
nerve endings and increase local blood flow. Herbalists in ancient Greece and Rome used peppermint for nearly
every ailment. Peppermint leaves have been found in Egyptian pyramids dating as far back as 1000 BC. It is
believed to be a good treatment for many skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, inflammation, muscle aches
and dandruff. In hair care products, peppermint refreshes and stimulates the scalp promoting blood circulation
which stimulates growth. Aromatherapy Properties: It is believed that peppermint's uplifting, invigorating and
stimulating scent helps aid concentration and memory, and relieve mental fatigue, apathy, headaches, and
depression. Keep peppermint essential oil or a sliver of peppermint soap in your car when traveling, the scent of
peppermint is excellent for stuffy heads, motion sickness, headaches, and nausea. Mint-scented soaps may create
a "cooling" sensation which while refreshing on skin, may be felt by some to be a bit TOO cooling on female private
parts...you may want to avoid prolonged exposure of this area with mint soaps. Peppermint essential oil
aromatherapy should not be used in early pregnancy.

Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, essential oil has a strong, minty, herbaceous scent. The name is derived from
the Latin word Rosmarinus, which means “dew of the sea." The plant was considered sacred by the Romans, being
used as a decoration for statues and paintings of the gods. In ancient Greece statues were decorated with
rosemary wreaths and students wore rosemary in their hair while studying--they believed it strengthened their
memory. This herb was dedicated to Apollo, the god of medicine. The Egyptians used the plant for incense in ritual
cleansing and healing. Used in soaps, rosemary essential oil balances oily or problem skin, and helps in the
treatment of comedones (pimples, whiteheads, blackheads) and acne. It is good for eczema, relieves muscle aches,
and is a great essential oil for hair care. It is believed to have antiseptic, antibacterial, and antiviral properties.
In hair care products, rosemary is a good hair tonic for thinning hair and dandruff. It is believed that rosemary
encourages hair growth by improving blood flow to the scalp. Rosemary encourages strong, healthy hair, stimulates
growth, increases manageability, and brings out the highlights of dark hair. Aromatherapy Properties: The
invigorating fragrance of Rosemary oil wakes up the brain, stimulates mental activity, restores vitality, increases
creativity and improves memory. From ancient times rosemary has been regarded as a token of remembrance.
Rosemary essential oil aromatherapy should not be used when pregnant.
     In Hamlet (iv:5) Ophelia says, "There's rosemary, that's for remembrance. "

Tangerine, Citrus reticulata, essential oil has a sparkling, fresh, and lively fragrance. Tangerine oil is believed to
decrease stretch marks and help control acne. Aromatherapy Properties: The sweet, comforting aroma of
Tangerine helps ease tension, fear, sadness, irritability, and insomnia. This essential oil helps to cheer, inspire, and
strengthen.

Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, essential oil is a natural antiseptic, germicide, antibacterial, fungicide and
deodorant. It refreshes, stimulates and deep cleans the skin and scalp. Centuries ago Australian Aborigines
discovered that the oil from the leaves of the tea tree provided a natural cure for a wide variety of ailments and it is
often referred to by Australians as a "first aid kit in a bottle." It is believed that Captain Cook first introduced the Tea
Tree to Europe. During their voyages, his sailors made tea from the leaves, thus the name "tea tree." The oil is
extracted from the tree’s leaves by a special distillation process. People around the world have come to recognize
the value of this natural medicinal oil. Tea tree is believed to heal infections and skin disorders, it also fights acne
without causing dryness or other common side affects of modern day acne treatments. Unique to Australia, oil from
Tea Tree is one of the most researched and scientifically proven therapeutic oils known today. The scent is strong
and penetrating, but many describe it as clean and refreshing.   Next to thyme, it is the most antiseptic of all oils. It
is safer to use, and unlike thyme, can be used "neat" or undiluted. In hair care tea tree oil is used as a treatment for
dry scalp, oily hair and dandruff.

Vetiver, Andropogon zizanioides, has a rich, woody, earthy and sweet aroma that improves with age. Vetiver oil,
used extensively in perfumery, helps to normalize oily skin and clear acne, has a rejuvenating effect on mature skin,
helps heal cuts and wounds, soothes irritated and inflamed skin, and has natural deodorizing properties.
Aromatherapy Properties: Once known in India as the oil of tranquility because, its warm, earthy aroma calms,
balances and soothes the mind, thus helping with nervous tension, anxiety, and stress. It settles the nerves, is
emotionally calming, and establishes a feeling of balance and grounding, which is helpful in overcoming depression,
insomnia and nervousness.

Ylang Ylang, Cananga odorata, essential oil with its exotic, sweet fragrance, is used in high-class perfumes. In
Indonesia the fresh Ylang Ylang flowers are placed on the bed of newlyweds and in the Malayan language Ylang
Ylang means "flower of flowers." It is a balancing oil, meaning it is good for general skin care; dry, normal, oily,
sensitive and combination skin types. It's antiseptic properties make it a good product for acne-prone skin. In hair
care, ylang ylang is a hair rejuvenator, stimulates the scalp and is believed to stimulate hair growth. It helps balance
the production of sebum making it good for all hair types. Aromatherapy Properties: The scent is soothing and
relaxing. It creates feelings of peace and warmth by restoring mental harmony and balance. Its sweet aroma is
usually irresistible and regarded by many as an aphrodisiac.

Rose Otto, specifically Bulgarian Rose Otto is recognised worldwide as the ultimate rose oil. Bulgaria has a 330
year-old-tradition in essential rose oil steam distillation (not solvent extracted) and is 100% pure. Rose otto has the
highest frequency (320 Hertz) of all the essential oils on the planet. This in itself is an important factor. It means that
the fragrant molecules of the rose oil are able to quickly penetrate and travel the infinitesimal pathways of the body,
rapidly energising every cell, bringing balance and harmony to the body. For this reason rose oil may help with
chronic sexual disabilities like frigidity, impotence and sluggish libido. It is stimulating and elevating to the mind,
creating a sense of well being .
Rose essential oil has been dedicated to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty, and her Roman
equivalent, Venus. Because the scent of rose is so sensual, the Romans scattered rose petals on the bridal beds
for the wedding night... a tradition now embodied in throwing confetti.

Dead Sea Salts
Sodium Chloride

Under a motionless, dazzling blue sky with the mountains of Jordan in view, the heat beats down every day of the year
onto an amazing body of water that is known as the Dead Sea. The 'Sea of Salt,' as it is often referred to, lies at the
bottom of a tectonic trench that was formed during a geographic cataclysm more than two million years ago. This
trench is more than 400 meters below the Mediterranean, making it the lowest point on Earth.

The Dead Sea is actually a lake bordered on the north by the Jordan River but having no outlet on the south.
Absolutely nothing lives in this water; no fish, algae or mollusks. Dramatic saline formations resembling rocks or artistic
sculptures rise above the surface.

The Dead Sea has a greater solid content than any other body of water, 30% compared to about 6% solids in ocean
water. The water density is comprised of potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, sodium chloride, calcium chloride
and bromides. Whereas ocean salt contains more than 97% sodium chloride but only trace amounts of magnesium
and potassium, the salt from the Dead Sea is unique for its high proportion of potassium and magnesium ions and its
relatively low sodium ion content.

The atmospheric pressure at the Dead Sea is the highest on the planet, making it very dry. There is 15% more oxygen
in the atmosphere here than in the Mediterranean. The combination of the atmosphere and the mineral rich water
make the Dead Sea an unusually therapeutic natural wonder.

At the turn of the century, scientists and physicians sought proof of the reported healing effects of the water on both
skin and respiratory ailments. In the 1950's, physician studies concluded that authentic salts extracted from the Dead
Sea have a proven therapeutic effect on skin ailments such as psoriasis and eczema. Regular bathing in these salts
was shown to provide great relief from such psoriasis symptoms as itching, burning, flakiness and muscle and joint
aches.

Beyond these therapeutic effects for the skin, the University of Jerusalem has provided evidence that Dead Sea
Mineral Salts also stimulate circulation and encourage the skin to renew itself. In addition, subcutaneous penetration
helps relieve aches and pains in joints and muscles, providing much relief for those whom experience rheumatism and
arthritis. A sense of deep relaxation is derived from frequent baths in Dead Sea Mineral Salts.

Today, the ancient Dead Sea remains a precious and mysterious jewel of healing and relaxation for those who visit
and for those who experience its vast therapeutic powers in the comfort of their own home.
Sodium

Epsom Salts
Magnesium Sulfate

Magnesium is the second-most abundant element in human cells and the fourth-most important positively charged ion in the
body, so it's little wonder this low-profile mineral is so vital to good health and well being. Magnesium, a major component of
Epsom Salt, also helps to regulate the activity of more than 325 enzymes and performs a vital role in orchestrating many
bodily functions, from muscle control and electrical impulses to energy production and the elimination of harmful toxins.
The National Academy of Sciences, however, reports that most Americans are magnesium deficient, helping to account for
our society's high rate of heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, arthritis and joint pain, digestive maladies and stress-related
illnesses, chronic fatigue and a host of other ailments. The Academy estimates the average American male gets just 80% of
the magnesium required for good health, while females get only 70% of their recommended levels. Nutritionists say
Americans' magnesium levels have dropped more than 50% in the past century.
Soaking in Epsom salt is one of the most effective means of making the magnesium your body needs readily available.
Researchers and physicians report that raising your magnesium levels may:

Improve heart and circulatory health, reducing irregular heartbeats, preventing hardening of the arteries,
reducing blood clots and lowering blood pressure.
Improve the body's ability to use insulin, reducing the incidence or severity of diabetes.
Flush toxins and heavy metals from the cells, easing muscle pain and helping the body to eliminate harmful
substances.
Improve nerve function by regulating electrolytes. Also, calcium is the main conductor for electrical current in
the body, and magnesium is necessary to maintain proper calcium levels in the blood.
Relieve stress. Excess adrenaline and stress are believed to drain magnesium, a natural stress reliever, from
the body. Magnesium is necessary for the body to bind adequate amounts of serotonin, a mood-elevating chemical
within the brain that creates a feeling of well being and relaxation.

www.epsomsaltcouncil.org

Solar Salt
Sodium Chloride

As it leaves the skies in the form of rain, water is soft, meaning it is clear of impurities. But is picks up carbon dioxide and
other impurities in the air. It also dissolves calcium and magnesium salts as it soaks through the earth and runs off into rivers
or lakes and collects in reservoirs or wells. If in these processes it picks up a substantial amount of calcium carbonate and
other substances, it becomes "hard." This water leaves mineral deposits which clog plumbing equipment and appliances
making it unsatisfactory for household or industrial uses. Most notably in the home, hard water inhibits proper sudsing of
soaps, shampoos and detergents.
Softens the water. You will feel how silky smooth the water feels against your skin.
Creates added Buoyancy. The amazing buoyancy force gives an uplifting feeling inside the bathtub. Easier floating aids in
relaxation.
Gives soap more lather. Your soaps will lather up higher with less product and greater ease.
Fights soap scum buildup. By creating an alkaline condition, it is more difficult to leave a soap scum ring around the tub.
Eliminates stress. It is easier to forget your surroundings and relax when the scents and feelings are conductive to relaxation.

Coconut Oil,