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The skin forms a protective barrier, keeping the outside world out while it holds the body together. It protects us, helps us regulate our body temperatures, and allows us to understand the world through the sense of touch.

Protect the skin you’re in

With the use of cosmetics and personal care products, our skin is exposed to many ingredients, including some—like formaldehyde and its relatives, phthalates, and parabens— you may want to avoid. Instead, look for products that contain these natural and skin-nourishing ingredients.

Manuka Honey: Naturally antibacterial, Manuka honey has been shown to positively treat inflammatory skin conditions, such as rosacea and eczema. Many skin-care manufacturers use Manuka honey as an ingredient in products that include serums, balms, facial masks, and cleansers.

Jojoba Oil: Similar to our skin’s own natural oil, jojoba helps condition and soften mature skin. Promising research suggests this oil can help heal the skin’s barrier.

Shea Oil: Perfect for those with dry skin, shea oil contains volatile acids that are easily absorbed, helping to lock in moisture. Due to its high content of vitamins A and E, the oil has also been used to help heal scars, burns, blemishes, stretch marks, dermatitis, and wrinkles.

Probiotics: Probiotic-infused facial and body products for oily, normal, or severely dry skin come in everything from creams, oils, and serums to masks and mists. Probiotic skin care treatments may be especially useful for people with chronic inflammation, such as acne, rosacea, and eczema. ●

SELECTED SOURCES “The effect of probiotics on immune regulation, acne, and photoaging” by M.M. Kober and W.P. Bowe, International Journal of Women’s Dermatology, 6/15 • “Honey: A therapeutic agent for disorders of the skin” by P. McLoone et al., Central Asian Journal of Global Health, 8/4/16 • “Living in your skin: Microbes, molecules, and mechanisms” by M.H. Swaney and L.R. Kalan, Infection and Immunity, https://journals.asm.org, 3/17/21 • “Natural oils for skin-barrier repair: Ancient compounds now backed by modern science” by A.R. Vaughn et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2/18 • “A mark you can trust”; “The toxic twelve chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics” by Scott Faber, 3/5/20, Environmental Working Group, www.ewg.org • “Red list,” Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, www.safecosmetics.org, 2022

Simplify your shopping list

The government provides little scrutiny of cosmetics and personal care products, so it’s up to the consumer to read labels and evaluate the products. “Although many of the chemicals and contaminants in cosmetics and personal care products likely pose little risk,” writes Scott Faber of the Environmental Working Group (EWG), “exposure to some has been linked to serious health problems.

Two organizations have developed tools to make it easier for consumers to assess product safety. The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, a project of Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, has issued a “Red List” to help consumers avoid harmful ingredients in the personal-care products they buy. Find it at www.SafeCosmetics.org.

To date, the EWG has approved more than 2,000 products to use the “EWG VERIFIED” mark on their labels. EWG says that when you see that mark on a product, “you can be sure it’s free from EWG’s chemicals of concern and meets our strictest standards for your health.”

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Teeccino Chaga Ashwagandha Mushroom Herbal Tea

Experience bold, rich flavor with adaptogens to fortify your defenses!* Chaga mushroom and ashwagandha, plus chicory and roasted ramón seeds. Natural butterscotch cream flavor. Caffeine free.

Host Defense MycoBrew Coffee

Specially-crafted, flavor-forward formulations that offer a premium taste experience. Formulated with superfood lion’s mane mushroom mycelium. Available in Coffee, Mocha, Cocoa, or Matcha.

Miss Jones Baking Co. Monster Cookie Mix

Decadent, melt-in-yourmouth whole grain, gluten free cookie mix. Packed with chocolate chips and candies. Contains 50% less sugar because it’s powered by Miss Jones SmartSugar.

Melora UMF 8+ Manuka Honey

Midrange UMF 8+ New Zealand Manuka honey. Makes an excellent natural sugar substitute for daily use. Available in a handy squeeze bottle. Natreve Keto Protein French Vanilla Wafer Sundae

Combines grass-fed, hormonefree whey isolate with marine collagen and MCTs. Easily digestible, with added probiotics. No added sugar.

Sotru Turmeric & Ginger Drink Mix

Organic fermented whole food turmeric and ginger. Supports healthy inflammatory response.* Enhances digestive, cardiovascular, and liver health.* Mildly sweet, smooth, and refreshing in flavor and texture.

Bodyceuticals Calendula Flower Essences Facial Cleanser

Firming and balancing cleanser that cleans and repairs at the same time. Flower extracts energize and rejuvenate the skin with each use. Leaves skin feeling refreshed and dewy.

Hand in Hand Island Mimosa Sugar Scrub

Gently exfoliates and boosts skin’s moisture, leaving it smooth and glowing. Made with shea butter and coconut oil. Scented with fresh coconut, mango leaf and notes of pineapple, grapefruit, and jasmine.

Acid Free Vitamin C 1,000mg

Provides antioxidant and immune support.* Gentle, non-acidic vitamin C. An alkalizing mineral and botanical blend, including bioflavonoids.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information is presented as general information and is not meant to replace medical advice. Because persons and circumstances can vary, self treatment may not be right for you. Consult a qualified health care practitioner for advice pertaining to any particular person or case or before beginning any new exercise, diet, or supplementation program. Use products only per label direction.