Copper: The Newest Player to Modern Beauty and Wellness!
Copper has been an integral part of many ancient civilizations for centuries. From its ability to promote beauty and healing, to its cultural importance in spiritual practices and dietary use, copper has long been celebrated for its numerous beneficial qualities. In this blog from Ancient Wisdom Curations, we will look at how this metal has had a positive impact on the health and beauty regimens from our ancestors to recent findings for modern day living. Below you will read about copper’s relationship and use in ancient civilizations; recent research with regard to copper; how copper is mined and used and facts about copper in jewelry.
Copper’s Relationship and Use in Ancient Civilizations
With regard to beauty, the use of copper dates back to Ancient Egypt where it was used to create kohl eyeliner and eye shadow. This metal was also believed to bring out one's natural inner radiance and leave skin feeling soft and smooth. Other cultures such as the Greeks and Romans were also known to apply copper powder as a face mask or facial scrub which helped rid skin of impurities while promoting healthy skin tone.
The widespread use of copper also extended into medicinal practices as well. Egyptians believed that copper provided protection against sickness, disease, and bad luck when kept close by your person or home.. Copper coins were sometimes placed near doorways in order to ward off negative energy from entering the home - a practice still adopted today by some cultures. In addition to the power attributed to copper for protection purposes, it was also believed that the regular consumption of water stored in copper vessels could have positive effects on physical ailments such itchy eyes or arthritis.
Finally, archaeologists have found evidence that links copper with spiritual practices such as meditation rituals for connecting with higher energies and unlocking spiritual gifts - something which is still practiced today by many cultures around the world. Ultimately, these examples demonstrate how essential copper has been throughout time, both in terms of enhancing physical beauty through various therapeutic treatments as well as having symbolic powers attributed across different civilizations related to healing and spirituality – all proceeding up until today where we see copper’s importance lives on through different places and traditions around us.
Recent Research and correlations regarding Copper and Wellness
Recent clinical studies have suggested a plethora of health benefits to wearing copper, such as increasing red blood cell count and hemoglobin levels, helping with wound healing, reducing inflammation, easing joint pain, improving bone strength and even helping to boost the immune system. For instance, a study published in the International Journal of Preventative Medicine linked copper wrist bands with improved arthritis symptoms in patients. The researchers concluded that “the use of copper bracelets may reduce the severity of rheumatoid arthritis-related pain”. Furthermore, a 2020 study conducted by scientists at Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosi's Faculty of Nursing investigated the effects that pieces of jewelry made from electrochemically processed copper had on patients with hypertension. They found that wearing such jewelry lowered the patient's systolic blood pressure and heart rate significantly more than those who did not wear it. Other recent studies suggest copper can also help improve iron levels in women and aid skin density, among other potential benefits. In conclusion, further research is needed but initial findings suggest that wearing copper has various positive effects on both physical and mental well-being.
Recent research has indicated that copper can help improve skin density. A study published in the Journal of Dermatology suggested that topically applied copper peptide creams, which contain proteins and trace amounts of copper, can help to improve healing time as well as promote collagen production and increase skin thickness. The major mechanism behind why copper is beneficial to skin health lies in its ability to modulate angiogenesis, or "blood vessel development," which plays an important role in maintaining healthy skin. Copper peptides stimulate the growth of new blood vessels (capillaries) by releasing molecules that bind to receptors on cells. The subsequent interaction between these molecules and cell receptors initiates a cascade of cellular signals that encourage the growth of capillaries, thus leading to enhanced blood flow and better nourishment for tissue. In addition, studies suggest that copper helps facilitate collagen formation and elasticity, two factors essential for proper wound healing. Copper also has antioxidative properties which help protect against environmental damage caused by free radicals such as UV radiation or pollution. Finally, research indicates that copper peptides may help stimulate the formation of elastin, an important protein responsible for providing support structure within the dermis layer of your skin. Overall, initial findings suggest there are several potential benefits associated with using copper /topical products when it comes to improving skin density and overall well-being.
Copper’s Rich History
Copper has been mined for thousands of years and is one of the world's most abundant metals. It can be found in many parts of the world, from Europe to Africa to North America. Historically, copper was primarily mined by hand until the Industrial Age when mechanization revolutionized the process. In modern times, copper is mined in open-pit mines where workers use giant earth-moving machines to extract large quantities of ore-bearing rock. The largest copper mines are located in Chile and Peru, two countries that together hold more than one-third of the world's known copper reserves. In recent years, greater attention has been directed towards sustainable copper mining practices which focus on minimizing damage to both people and the environment by using responsible methods such as responsible water usage or reclamation processes for mined land after operations have been completed. With today’s technology and regulations, these efforts help ensure miners don’t over-extract resources while still providing people with safe access to one of nature’s most versatile materials—copper!
Copper in the United States
In the United States, copper is mined in many places including Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, and Montana with the largest copper-producing mine in the country located in Morenci, Arizona. Copper can be found in a variety of colors, including white, yellow, and rose. White copper is a pale white or silver color that comes from pure copper. Yellow copper has a golden hue due to the oxidation of sulfur impurities present within the ore. Rose copper is reddish in color due to its higher iron content.
Copper Cuff Bracelets from Ancient Wisdom Curations
Here at Ancient Wisdom Curations, we are always looking to blend the wisdom of ancient cultures with modern-day lifestyle; therefore, we are introducing our newest line of Ancient Wisdom Curation Copper and Leather Bracelets—artisan-made, with ten different styles of copper and copper colors which embellish your choice of either black or brown leather cuff bracelet! These timelessly sleek and sexy pieces will look stunning when worn alone. But if you stack them up, you'll create a dramatic yet alluring wrist statement that will turn heads everywhere you go!
Our bracelets at Ancient Wisdom Curations use virgin granular silver blended with pure copper for maximum quality, integrity, and durability in wear. These bracelets can be purchased individually or in larger quantities so you can mix, match, and stack to make the most of ancient knowledge and combine it with modern fashion and wellness. The silver used is virgin granular silver blended with pure copper for maximum durability in jewelry making. We want these pieces to last, reminding you of the meaning, beauty, and benefits of wearing copper day after day.
So based on knowledge of ancient tradition, hand it to yourself or someone special our high-quality, uniquely artisan-designed bracelet — as unique and timeless as you are!
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