Playing in the Mud

Can you remember, as a child, being told not to play in the mud or not to get all muddy? Well today, as an adult, I'm here to tell you it is fine to play in the mud. Actually, it is more than fine, it is beneficial to the health and appearance of your skin, as long as the mud is the rich black mud from the Dead Sea.

Once we discovered the benefits of using Dead Sea mud on the skin we immediately started our research and testing of this ingredient. About 4 years ago Linda made soap with mud and we made every effort to convince people of its benefits and the advantages of using this particular soap. People looked at me as if I had lost my mind suggesting they actually bathe with mud. After all, the purpose of bathing is to get the dirt off not wash with it. We did have a few people willing to try it but not many at that time. Then came Irena's Spa Ice soap made with a very high concentration of salt, this also took a lot to get folks to give it a try but try it they did. Susan then came up with the idea of making a cream facial cleanser similar to the goat milk facial cleanser, using Dead Sea mud instead of goat milk. Now we are seeing a lot of big name brands out there with large marketing budgets talking about products made with Dead Sea mud and salt. The difference is our ingredients vs their ingredients. The only thing in common is the mud. Our bar soap is made with ingredients far superior to what is being offered by this big name brand and more than likely a lot more mud and salt. I am not sure they even offer a cream facial cleanser that not only deep cleans but if left on the skin for a few minutes its similar to having a facial while you cleanse and moisturize. Through our persistence and our willingness to give samples to anyone that will accept them, men, women and teens are experiencing the benefits of bathing in Dead Sea mud and salts.

The benefits provided by use of the mineral salts and/or mud from the Dead Sea are truly amazing although, it is no secret. The Dead Sea has been known for its healing benefits as early as the time of Abraham. Throughout history the Dead Sea is mentioned for medical benefits as well as cosmetic use. Marc Antony fought for possession of this area and won, for his beloved Cleopatra.

Reportedly, the Dead Sea contains 21 minerals, twelve of these are found in no other sea or ocean.

• Sodium - ions remove skin scales, binding the water and generate a feeling of suppleness, ideal for very dry skin.
• Magnesium - essential for cell metabolism. Testing of skin scales of patients with psoriasis has found a significant deficit of magnesium.
• Potassium - improves oxidation.
• Bromide - has a very relaxing effect.
• Bitumen - a natural tar acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
• Chlorine - vital for cell metabolism.
• Iodine - necessary for the production of the hormone thyroxin, vital for both energy and cell metabolism.
• Calcium - strengthens cell membranes and cleanses the pores.
• Zinc - enzymatic regulation of cell proliferation.

The rich, natural minerals of mud from the Dead Sea are all essential for healthy skin. It helps the skin to renew and regenerate cells, preventing aging, stimulates blood circulation, rejuvenating the skin. The tightening action of the mud promotes circulation by increasing the supply of oxygen to and removing the toxins from the skin, toning and firming up skin tissues, leaving the skin radiant. Removal of impurities due to gentle exfoliation and pore penetration it absorbs accumlated dirt, grime, makeup, sebum, skin will be clean not only on the surface, but deep below the surface where problems begin.

Having read all of this and learning skin care products made with the salt, mud or a combination of both have the ability to:

• improves blood circulation and promotes cell regeneration
• exfoliates, deep cleans the skin removing impurities and toxins
• proven to provide relief for psoriasis, eczema, acne and wrinkles
• moisturizes and helps natural skin hydration

What can be more healthful or natural than playing in the mud? If you're in the area, stop by the store and pick up a sample of our mud soap. A purchase is never required.