HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF HERBAL ANTISEPTIC OINTMENT?

What if you suddenly discovered that the antiseptic ointment you have used all your life was in fact toxic? Would you look for an alternative? If YES then first and foremost task is to educate yourself about natural antiseptic ointment you are going to use? Once you have selected the right one, use it more often as and when needed.

When we talk about natural it is very important to understand - What is a natural product?

1.   A natural product is formulated and made with at least 95% natural ingredients (excluding water) mostly derived from renewable resources found in nature (flora, fauna, minerals etc.). 

2.   They are environmentally friendly and recyclable products harmless to us as well as to the earth.

3.   They do not contain any of the prohibited ingredients of suspected human health risks such as Endocrine disruptors Parabens, Carcinogenic Sulfates (Sodiun Lauryl, Sodium Myreth ), Dangerous Petrolatum/Mineral Oil/Paraffin, Petroleum derived Glycols (PEG or PPG), Toxic Components of Synthetic Fragrances Phthalates , Carcinogenic Ethyloamines (MEA, DEA and TEA), Organic Pollutant Synthetic polymers (PVP or Acrylates), Formaldehyde Donors (DMDM Hydantoin or Diazolidinyl Urea), and Petroleum derived Synthetic Fragrances. 

4.    Industrial processes such as Ethoxylation, Sulfination or Polymerization are not used in the production of natural products which changes the chemical makeup of ingredients turning them to non-natural.

5.   The normally used natural processes are distillation, Condensation, Pressure Cooking, Hydrolysis, Extraction or Steam Distillation, Esterification, Etherification, Expression, Fermentation, Glucosidation, Hydrogenation, Hydrogenolysis, Catalytic Oxidation, Fragment Acylation, Saponification, Sulfation and Infusion in the production of natural products to maximize the purity of natural ingredients.

6.   An animal has never been tested by using any of the product ingredients or finished natural product until unless it is required by law.

What is topical antiseptic and natural antiseptic ointment?

Topical antiseptics are normally chemical antimicrobial agents that kill, inhibit or reduce the number of microorganisms (germs) on external surfaces of the body and help prevent infections but always have varying nature of some side effects.

A natural topical antiseptic ointment is a substance containing 95% of natural ingredients and made using natural processes. It contains germ killing properties and when applied on the surface of the skin, it helps to kill bacteria, heal minor cuts and wounds, scratches, rashes, burns, sores and prevents infections, relieves skin irritations with no human health risks. 

What is GreenTech topical antiseptic ointment?

Greentech Naturals GreenTech antiseptic ointment is unique because it is enriched with the purest herbs and extracts and made from 100% natural ingredients with antiseptic and skin healing properties. It meets all the above requirements of a true natural product (1 to 6). It is manufactured in a Health Canada licensed facility under strict GMP and finished product is licensed by Health Canada (NPN # 80040095). GreenTech antiseptic ointment gives the skin clinically healthy protection and active cure and makes life comfortable and healthier.

What are the natural ingredients responsible for antiseptic activity in GreenTech Antiseptic Ointment?

A soothing antibacterial and antifungal GreenTech antiseptic ointment is the result of 4 years of devoted research and development work by scientists. Several research publications and scientific journals were studied to select the best clinically tried herbs and natural ingredients responsible for antiseptic and skin healing actions. Based on those results, the product is formulated using 14 different natural ingredients, a combination of naturally processed leaf, flower and root extracts and essential oils. Each ingredient has its own property to contribute in repairing damaged skin and maintaining and keeping skin healthy.  

Since the time of ancient Rome, St. John's wort oil was used to help treat minor wounds and burns, sunburns, abrasions, bruises, contusions, ulcers, myalgia, sores and sprains and many others.

Calendula has been shown to help wounds heal faster, possibly by increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area which helps the body grow new tissues. It also increases skin hydration, firmness and heals burns, bruises, cuts and minor infections.

Aloe extract / gel from the central part of the leaf is a great moisturizing agent and common household remedy for minor cuts and burns. Aloe contains active compounds that help to reduce pain and inflammation and stimulate skin growth and repair.

The antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic properties of Neem compounds inhibit the growth of virus and various germs. 

Turmeric is a natural anti-oxidant herb, a very good antibacterial agent and very good antiseptic for cuts, burns and bruises.

Research studies have proved the multiple benefits of using coconut oil for healthy skin. Coconut oil is an effective and safe skin moisturizer. It also acts as an antibiotic, antifungal and potent antioxidant agent. Coconut oil when applied topically heals wounds much faster as it increases the levels of the skin healing chemicals needed to heal the wound.

The Frankincense resin has been used to support health for thousands of years in Middle Eastern era. Frankincense oil is a good antiseptic and disinfectant. If applied topically it eliminates germs. It also helps to heal wounds, not only heal but also protects them from tetanus and infection.

Eucalyptus essential oil has antimicrobial and antiseptic properties that are effective in treating wounds, burns, cuts, abrasions, sores and scrapes. It is also used in bug bites and as an insect repellent.

Thyme essential oil is an effective natural agent against nasty bacterial strains. It is very efficient and affordable alternative to antibiotics in the battle against resistant bacteria including dreaded MRSA (Methicillin –resistant Staphylococcus aureus)

Tea tree essential oil has been capitalized on most for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory actions. It is 12 times more effective (Dr. A. R. Penfold) in healing infections than the conventional antiseptic (carbolic acid) and therefore in World War II during 1930s and 1940s it was one of the antiseptic given to solders in their first aid kit. It can kill harmful bacteria even in a very small concentration and it helps to fight even skin cancer (reduces the cancerous tumors and boost immunity).

Vitamin E is a potent fat soluble antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent and plays an important role in photo protection by preventing UV induced free radical damage and inflammatory damage to the skin. It is also used as moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, itchy skin and minor skin irritations. Similarly zinc oxide is generally used to address skin damage like burns or scars, irritations and may even act as a protective layer on the skin to lock the moisture and keep pathogens out.

GreenTech herbal antiseptic ointment contains all above listed natural ingredients, and extracted all required herbal actives using natural processes that are responsible for healing and keeping your skin in healthy condition. It does not contain any harmful chemicals or any ingredient from the dirty dozen list of endocrine (hormone) disruptors. It is real time effective and completely safe to use.

It is a very useful antiseptic ointment to have around the house and office, or when you are camping, hiking, biking or travelling for all those small emergencies that may happen all the time. It is only available through naturopathic doctors in your area in Canada or you can buy online at www.greentechnaturals.com.