Bizarre Skin Ingredients Said to Work Miracles

I once knew an older woman who said she’d do anything for perfect skin, and would “eat and slather on sh-t if she had to.” Yikes! While it may not be as extreme, these are equally disturbing new products out that contain questionable ingredients that promises ‘perfect’ skin! Let me know what you think.

• Baby foreskin. Apparently, a baby’s foreskin contain 6 natural human growth factors that help rejuvenate the skin and replace the loss of essential cells. Cells from the discarded baby’s foreskin have been reproduced to be used in an anti-oxidant serum that helps treat pretty much everything for cell repair, collagen boosts, and soothing burns. Poor little guys!

• Human Placenta. This dates way back, even though I only heard about it a few months ago. Apparently Soldiers in ancient Egypt used to consume fresh placenta to get ready for battle, as it’s known for its restorative powers. Placentas contain active enzymes, amino acids, vitamins and anti-oxidants, so it is said to be great for stimulation to regenerate skin and improve elasticity. Skin care specialists say this is great for those with acne-prone skin.
  



• Nightingale Droppings. Said to be an old Geisha secret, it has now traveled to the Western beauty world. Facials and skin creams have recently added this ingredient to their services and products. It is said to clean, brighten and exfoliate the skin. Apparently, is it also a hot thing in Hollywood, too!

• Animal Saliva. Animals lick their wounds for a good reason! Said to have a natural chemical in their saliva, EGF (epidermal growth factor) that helps skin repair itself. Research shows that it helps speed up healing in wounds, burns, and re-generate aging skin. The two scientists who discovered EGF won a Nobel Prize in medicine for their work.

So, anyone going to get these treatments anytime soon? I think I’ll just stick to the basic skin care tips! (And yes – this is real! No April fool’s joke )

Image: Stock, The RSPB

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