DMSO or Dimethyl Sulfoxide is an organic liquid of the Sulfur family.  The liquid itself is colorless and used primarily in industrial strengths as an insecticide additive, in Veterinary medicine, and as an alternative medicine for humans. 

Absolutely. A little-known fact is that DMSO is also contained in many of the foods we eat daily. For instance, if you have eaten corn, drank a beer, or maybe even had seafood, you have unknowingly ingested DMSO.

Originally, DMSO was originally produced by the timber industry in a process called the Kraft process of making paper.

 It was observed that workers who would separate the pulp from wood fibers were noticing little to no aches and pains, almost miraculously. 

Dimethyl sulfoxide was first synthesized in 1866 by the Russian scientist Alexander Zaytsev, who reported his findings in 1867.

The use of DMSO is fairly safe, that having been said, using caution is advisable. DMSO is labeled as a class 3 solvent here in the US. Meaning it has little to no harm on humans.

 In the late '60s, A study was conducted on rhesus monkeys. The study concluded that it would take 1 1/2 gallons of DMSO to be fatal. Even then it is only fatal in 50% of the test subjects. 

We do no testing on aminals.

DMSO is an excellent additive to the removal and control of acne. Its help is 3 pronged. DMSO has anti-microbial properties. 

1. Bacteria and viruses cannot live in DMSO. 
2. Dmso has a tendency to dry out overactive oil glands.
3. Lastly, DMSO acts as an astringent and carrier for additional oils and substrates. IE essential oils, aloe vera,  and natural lotion bases brings deep healing to skin, acne, and even acne scars! 

DMSO reduces inflammation in joints and tissue. One of the best uses for DMSO is Rheumatoid arthritis. The DMSO can be used directly on the affected areas or mixed with essential oils to aid in its effectiveness.