Pig Farming Industry & Historical Context - Pigs, introduced to North America in the 1400s-1500s, were once intimately familiar to everyone [1] - In the last century, pigs have faced numerous challenges, jeopardizing their contributions [2] - The perception of pigs needs to change, recognizing their contributions to medicine, farming, culinary arts, and skincare [4] - From the 1970s, the pork industry transitioned to concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs), turning pigs from heroes into villains [8] Medical Contributions - Galen, a famous doctor, credited much of his understanding of the human body to pigs through public dissections [5] - Up until the last decade, nearly every surgeon trained using pigs [6] - Pigs provide hormones and fluids for medical care, including heparin, insulin, and bile extracts [6] - Pig parts are used in heart valve replacements [6] - John's Hopkins was awarded over $21 million to advance pig organ viability for addressing the organ donor shortage [7] Farming & Sustainability - 986% of pork in the US is raised in factory farms, depriving pigs of sunshine, exercise, clean air, and water [7] - Pig manure, a valuable soil input, is transformed into toxic sludge in CAFOs, poisoning air and water [9] - Pigs' rooting behavior is essential and not solely tied to hunger [9] - Factory farming on concrete denies pigs this essential function [10] Culinary & Nutritional Aspects - The industry should look beyond bacon and consider nose-to-tail cooking [11] - Culinary roots are in lard, not tallow, but Crisco replaced lard in popularity [12] - World War II rationing further diminished lard's use [13] - Pastured pork lard is less prone to oxidation and has a better omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acid ratio [14] Skincare Applications - Pig skin and fat have historically been used for wound care and skin treatments [16] - The skincare industry is dominated by a vegan ethos, despite crop agriculture causing the deaths of over 18% billion wild animals annually [16] - Lard from pasture-raised pigs closely matches the lipid matrix of human skin [19] - Lard is non-comedogenic and deemed safe for cosmetic use in 2017 [20] Ethical Considerations & Future Actions - For many pigs, the only good day is the day their life ends [21] - The industry needs to increase pastured pork production from 1-2% to 5-10% in the coming decade [22] - Consumers can request pastured pork at grocery stores or find local farmers [22][23]

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Market Trends - South Korea is a mecca for skincare enthusiasts [1] - Rejuran's success is partly due to interest in Korea-born beauty products and rituals [1] Expert Opinions - Some American doctors remain skeptical [1]

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Skincare Industry Evolution & Trends - Skincare has evolved from ancient Ayurvedic practices to a commercialized industry influenced by British colonization, resulting in a hybrid skincare culture in India [4][5][6] - From the 1920s to 1940s, women primarily used soap, borolene, and talcum powder, while men mainly used water; currently, women follow 3-5 step routines, and men are adopting cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection [7][8] - The skincare industry is projected to reach $47 billion by 2035 [13] - In 2024, 42% of millennials shopped for beauty products online, while Gen Z and Gen X each accounted for 36% [13][14] Ayurveda & Holistic Skincare (A-Beauty) - Ayurveda emphasizes looking beyond external applications, focusing on diet, lifestyle, and balancing internal physiology for skincare [16] - Mental health impacts skin: positive emotions improve skin, while negative emotions can inflame or dry it out [17][18][19] - The skin is semi-permeable, absorbing both beneficial and toxic elements, highlighting the importance of reading product labels [21][22][23] - The gut-skin axis connects digestion and skin health, with digestive issues potentially leading to skin problems like eczema or psoriasis [23][24][25] - A-beauty aligns with genetic makeup, cultural diversity, diet, and lifestyle, promoting health and cost savings [30] K-Beauty & Similarities with Ayurveda - K-beauty's rise exemplifies the changing skincare world, utilizing ingredients like Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola), licorice (mulleti), ginseng (similar to ashwagandha), and rice water [27][28] - There are similarities between K-beauty and A-beauty in terms of ingredients and focus on holistic well-being [29] Dark and Bright Sides of the Skincare Industry - The bright side of the skincare industry empowers consumers with knowledge of essential products (cleanser, moisturizer, sun protection), while the dark side thrives on insecurities, selling products with harmful ingredients [14][15] - The bright side promotes "less is more," while the dark side enforces "fear of missing out" and constant product consumption [15]

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