Botanical Alternatives Dry Skin Cream was created specially for persons with psoriasis and eczema, but is an effective moisture barrier for persons with dry skin as well. Only wholesome natural ingredients selected for skin nourishing characteristics are used.  Hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, it contains no alcohol, harmful chemicals nor hidden hormones.  With daily use on the face, it has been found to relieve the burning, itching and redness associated with rosacea. An added benefit is that it smoothes out fine wrinkles and fades liver spots as it moisturizes the skin.*

For best results, use twice daily.

• Spread generously over the face and neck back to the hairline. It may be used as a day cream under make-up.

• It is especially effective as a night cream. Use around the eye area, but avoid getting directly into the eyes.

• You will be surprised at how well it relieves dry, cracked or scaly hands.

• Massage into feet for a soothing, relaxing treat.

Skin functions as a semi-permeable barrier that excludes bacteria, viruses, dirt and water-based molecules, yet prevents water inside the cell from evaporating. It is a dynamic tissue that is constantly being shed and regenerated. As one ages, diminishing hormone levels and UV light exposure cause the skin to lose its suppleness, elasticity and moisture. Skin cell membranes are made of lipids (oil-based) that allow oils and oil-based molecules to penetrate.  Unfortunately, this also allows harmful oil-based chemicals such as solvents, pesticides, and cosmetic preservatives, many of which are carcinogenic (cancer causing), to be absorbed into the skin. In other words, much of the oil-based products that you put on your skin or inadvertently contact from the environment ends up inside your body . The liver can be overwhelmed trying to break down these foreign substances so that the body can excrete them. Furthermore, these molecules accumulate in our fat cells (brain and nerve cells are also fatty tissues) and not only disrupt normal cellular processes but can cause DNA damage and cancer as well.

Parabens (ethyl-, methyl-, propyl-, butyl-) are the preservatives most widely used in cosmetic and body care products. Read the labels of your shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, cosmetics and skin creams. Most likely they contain parabens, not to mention a cornucopia of other harmful chemicals. Recent scientific studies report that parabens are carcinogenic. Unfortunately, it will likely be years before the FDA acts to ban these chemicals from use in skin and body care products. Parabens are very effective at preserving products, allowing years of shelf-life. Botanical Alternatives uses a preservative system of essential oils, botanical extracts, and vitamin antioxidants. Consequently, products preserved in this way have a shorter shelf-life and should not be stored for long at room temperature. They should be used within months of receipt. We make small batches on a frequent basis to assure that you get fresh product.  If you order more than one tube, we suggest you keep the other tubes in the refrigerator until you are ready to use them.

Ingredients: distilled water, sweet almond oil, safflower oil, soy lecithin, palm stearate, virgin olive oil, aloe vera, avocado oil, evening primrose oil, hempseed oil, rosehip oil, jojoba oil, mixed tocopherols, beeswax, rosemary oleoresin, neem oil, sodium hydroxymethyl-glycinate, acacia gum, sodium borate, ascorbic acid, grapefruit seed extract, tea tree oil, lavender oil, calendula extract, vanilla oleoresin, German chamomile oil

*Due to individual body chemistry and lifestyle choices, you may not experience the degree of skin texture improvement that many customers have reported.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information is educational in nature and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult a health care professional if you need to discuss your symptoms or make decisions regarding your medical care.  Keep out of the reach of children.   If you experience skin irritation or undesirable side effects, discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner.