Re: Realist - cracks in my thumb
Some interesting recommendations in this thread which I personally would be highly wary of. In particular the various lotions and creams that contain dangerous ingredients.
Here are 2 of the dangerous ingredients in the products being recommended here (there are others):
Triethanolamine
"Triethanolamine, also known as TEA, is a reactionary byproduct of two toxic substances: ethylene oxide and ammonia"
"Small doses of Triethanolamine are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) for use in cosmetics and personal care products intended for “discontinuous use,” meaning that it should be washed off briefly after application. However, because of its toxicity, the FDA recommends no more than 5% concentration of Triethanolamine in any one product formula because it can be dangerous in large doses or over long-term use. "
read more here:
https://naturaveda.com/education/12-...iethanolamine/
Methylparaben
https://www.livestrong.com/article/2...methylparaben/
"Methylparaben is used to preserve food and cosmetics. It is a fungicide and anti-bacterial agent, extending the shelf-life of a product. Methylparaben is quickly absorbed through the skin, and through the intestinal tract when used as a food preservative. There is a great deal of controversy surrounding its use, with many reports of dangerous side effects."
"This compound has been found intact within breast cancer tissues. Some researchers suggest that methylparaben may increase risk of breast cancer, or accelerate the growth of these tumors."
Most vaguely awake people by now know that parabens are a bad thing.
Obviously I personally would read the ingredient labels of any such product very carefully and do my research into what is listed there.
On a more broader aspect to Wild Blueberry I would be asking myself "why do I get the same problem in the same place every year"?
I would be seeking to cure the root problem rather than constantly treating the symptoms each year.