<html><div style='background-color:'><P>Yes,<EM> panax ginseng</EM> is Asian or Korean ginseng. Although I have seen it listed as an ingredient in several topical (mostly cosmetic like shampoo, etc.) products I have looked through several texts and have not found any rationale for topical use. Nor have I ever heard of anyone using it topically for anything. I always assumed that companies were using it because it is popular and mystical and people know the name...frustrating use especially of a rare plant. Also, knowing the actions of ginseng (tonifying, cardio- and hepato-protective, etc.) and considering it is a relatively mild plant I can't imagine why anyone would apply it topically in such a small dose. I would look at a Chinese or Korean Materia Medica if you can find one and see if they have any topical uses listed. Actually, I have been meaning to look into this for a
while because it is so common in topical applications so if I get a chance I'll look at a few of the asian materia medicas and see if I find anything. What is intended the purpose of the nail oil? And what is the extractant used, oil?<BR>~Amy</P>
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<P><FONT face="Lucida Handwriting, Cursive" size=2>Amy Brush<BR>Clinical Herbalist, Intern<BR>Tai Sophia Institute <BR>Laurel, MD 20723</FONT></P></DIV>
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<DIV>Hello, this is one for the ginseng experts among you...</DIV>
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<DIV>I'm beginning a project with a cosmetics company, helping them source some ingredients. My question; Is there any reason whatsoever to apply ginseng root extract to finger or toe nails? Is there any literature that would indicate delivery of any medicinal / tonic benefit from extract applied to finger or toe nails? The company in question lists "panax ginseng extract" in its ingredients list for nail oil (not sure yet if it's asian or american, will inquire). </DIV>
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<DIV>Would appreciate any leads, thanks,</DIV>
<DIV>Jennifer</DIV>
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