[MPWG] quick question about ginseng use

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In a message dated 10/28/2005 8:19:16 AM Eastern Standard Time,  
abrush at hotmail.com writes:

What is  intended the purpose of the nail oil? And what is the extractant 
used,  oil?
~Amy


The purpose of the nail oil is to look pretty, and to sell.  I agree  it's 
probably mystique -- ooooo, it's medicinal AND magenta... but I wanted to  see 
if there was actually any historical use / justification.  If it  were hand oil 
then some of the other postings would be relavant.  Soles of  feet and palms 
of hands absorb more chems then other topical areas.  But  nails?  that's the 
question.  I am fully aware of what Panax is, if  it's in there just for show 
they probably source the cheapest available,  probably asian.
I don't want to share more of their proprietery information about  
ingredients.  I'm sourcing for them, not formulating, so, may not be able  to say 
anything about it. Or, may be able to convince them to source  it from some ethical 
farmer/s. We'll see.
Thanks for your note, J
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