Why don't we use an SPF factor in our skin care products?

It has just been brought to my attention that there is currently an active forum at skincaretalk in which people are talking about why we do not use an SPF factor in our skin care products.

So...I thought that it was appropriate that I gave an explanation.  So, for readers who are interested, here it is:

The forum can be viewed by clicking here

Hello All,

This forum has just been brought to my attention so I felt it would be appropriate to address the main question which has been asked...'why do we not include an SPF factor in our skin care products?'

There are two prime reasons.

1. Is that for normal day to day use it is truly not needed.  Yes, I appreciate that this is contrary to what is promoted by various 'authorities' but I personally believe it to be incorrect information.  How many people are really exposed to excessive amounts of sunlight in their normal day?   Most people work, or spend a high percentage of their time inside.

How many people would actually get their face sunburnt in a normal day if they did not wear a sunscreen?  I would think not many.   Most people only get burnt when they are at the beach or exposed to extended outdoor activities in the middle of the day during the summer.

We have always advocated the use of a sunscreen to avoid getting sunburnt but that is the only time they should be used.

As I am sure many people are now aware, there is a serious deficiency of Vitamin D in the majority of people.  This in turn is triggering off a number of avoidable degenerative diseases.  Some people in an attempt to correct this are jumping on to the current fad of taking high dose Vitamin D supplements.  But, as a supplement manufacturer we do not advocate that either, as high dose Vitamin D supplements can also cause a detrimental effect in the body.

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How does Lovaza fish oil compare with Xtend-Life's Omega 3?

Question: from Leon

How many capsules of your Omega 3/DHA Fish Oil would be equivalent to the strength of 4 Lovaza capsules (prescribed dosage I am taking)?

Lovaza contains 465 mg of EPA and 375 mg of DHA per capsule, so 4 capsules should contain 1860 mg of EPA and 1500 mg of DHA. Your Omega 3/DHA Fish Oil gels each contain 120 mg of EPA and 280 mg of DHA.

So it appears that it would take 15.5 (1860/120) of your capsules to equal the daily dosage of Lovaza for EPA and almost 5.5 (1500/280) of your capsules to equal Lovaza's DHA daily dosage. Obviously, the two products contain different combinations of each ingredient, plus yours has some extra things thrown in.

So far, my medical insurance allows me to buy Lovaza by only paying a low co-payment, making it quite a deal. However, I may change to another insurance plan without such a co-payment available for Lovaza. If so, I may switch to your product if it is more cost effective for the same benefit.

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Back pain problems...

Question: from Carol

I am taking female rejuvenator, total balance unisex and omega3/DHA fish oil and I like it. Now I want my daughters to take it also, but not the female rejuvenator. When I read the age range of the total balance I can seem to figure out which one I should use for them, one is 20 years old and the other is 15yrs old. Can you tell me which should I buy for them?

Also my husband is having lower back pains for no reason. He went to the doctor and they said it was muscle contraction or something like that. He was for almost a whole month with this pain. The doctor gave him muscle relaxers and some bandages to put in his back, after a month he was feeling better but this pains are back again. Do you think the Omega 3/ fish oil will be good for him?

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More than skin deep?

Question: from Grace

Right now I'm suffering from skin allergy. I'm not pretty sure, though since I haven't seen a Doctor yet. But if it is an allergy then this is my first time. I haven't had allergy before. My skin is very itchy then turns into rashes. Also, even if I exfoliate everyday (literally) after I dried myself I still see dead skin. I stopped using lotion for almost 2 weeks now, instead I'm using virgin coconut oil but my skin is very dry still. I wanted to know if the Xtend Life lotion can help me with my skin problem. I'm 45.

Answer: from Warren

I really think that it is worth trying our lotion and stop doing the exfoliation for a while. Also, it is important to be aware that this problem is likely to be caused by something going on inside you. It may be an allergy as you suggest but if it is a reasonably recent occurrence, it is in my opinion more likely to be a nutrient deficiency of some sort.

My suggestion would be to add our new Omega 3 / DHA Fish Oil to your daily regime at double the normal rate - 4 per day. Also add at least the Total Balance Unisex Standard or, if you can manage the extra cost, use the Premium version. The combination of these two supplements can do wonders for your skin.

If this and the skin care products don't help then you would need to go see a dermatologist, but I would be surprised if this doesn't help.

Good luck

How do you know your Total Balance is true to label?

Question: from Gene

Do you test each batch of Total Balance Premium to confirm that each tablet contains what it says on the label? For example, 100mg chysin. A certificate of analysis, would either confirm or deny that there is 100mg of chysin in 7 tablets.

Answer: from Warren

This is a valid question.

Most companies only do a microbiological test for each batch. We also do that but additionally we do one for heavy metals as well. I do not know of any company who does a full assay on a completed multi-ingredient tablet for each batch. It is just not economically viable unless it is a very simple product. To give you an idea; we have around 85 ingredients in our Total Balance and to do an assay of the batch would cost US$35 000 each time, IF a protocol can be worked out to successfully do this.

This is the price we have had quoted by various laboratories including the NSF who we are working with on our US FDA GMP compliance program.The scientists at NSF have not as yet been able to come up with a protocol to achieve a reliable assay.

The problem is that you have to liquefy some of the ingredients to do the assay.

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Misleading health information – again?

Question: from Meliss

Warren what do you think about this..It was sent to me?

“Dear Meliss:

Probiotics are bacteria and enzymes are acids. To be healthy
you need less bacteria and less acid with more alkaline electron
rich foods and drinks.

High blood pressure is caused by increased acidity and a deficiency of
sodium, magnesium and potassium.

pHour salts and pHlavor salts will help.”

Answer: from Warren

I don't know who sent you this but unfortunately it is typical of the uninformed comments and half truths that circulate the health supplement business.

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Resveratrol...is there sufficient in your Supplements?

Question: from James

For some years I have researched the Internet on health issues and as a result have elected to purchase your products relevant to myself.  However firstly we in the UK do not have the luxury of chopping and changing Doctors ad lib, My own GP in fact insists that I use statins for cholesterol control . and was unaware of the Co- enzyme depletion as a result.

He also precribes Losartan Plus for B.P control ..

However I do take Cardio Klenz and Total Balance Mens Premium together with Dr Sears Accel(coenzyme Q10) and for a man of 72 feel pretty fit.

However my only concern re your products is that whilst they are well researched .is. are the quantity of the ingredients sufficient . \i.e. resveratrol in Cardio Klenz is only 50mg whereas other suppliers offer products containing 300 mg or more ??? this applies to a number of ingredients in TB and CK . I have every confidence in Xtend Life and your ethical approach to general wellbeing and I feel sure that with your approach you would provide products which are have adequate amounts of the various ingredients to provide effective treatment and I would welcome clarification.

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Nattokinase...is it any good?

Question: from Al

What is your advice regarding Nattokinase

Answer: from Warren

Nattokinase is a good enzyme and can be very beneficial in helping clean your arteries…provided it is the right sort. There are a number of different forms on the market most of which are not approved by the FDA in the US.

When we researched this ingredient some time ago the only quality form that we could find that was approved by the FDA was called Nattozimes and is produced by the National Enzyme Company in the USA.

We now use this in both our Total Balance Premium and Cardio-Klenz.

Why are some forms of Nattokinase not approved by the FDA?

The simple answer is how they are produced.

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