Gold Bond is a brand of over-the-counter skin care products produced by Chattem of Chattanooga, Tennessee, now a subsidiary of the French pharmaceutical company Sanofi. It is available as both a powder and a topical cream. Gold Bond is used to curb moisture, control odor, and soothe minor skin irritations, notably jock itch. Spin-off products are designed for specific uses, such as foot powders or powders for infants to treat diaper rash. The active ingredients of Original Strength Gold Bond Powder are Menthol (0.15%), for anti-itch, and zinc oxide (1.0%), for skin protection. Some product variants, such as Gold Bond Extra Strength Powder, offer higher concentrations of the active ingredients. The history of Gold Bond dates to 1882, when it was first developed by physicians of the Rhode Island State Medical Association. The formula was purchased by Arthur W. Guilford in 1908, who established the Gold Bond name and began making the product in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. The formula and rights were sold in 1912 to John M. Chapman of New Bedford, Massachusetts, who achieved greater brand recognition and distribution.
Timothy F. Shea, who in 1930 joined what was then "The Gold Bond Sterilizing Powder Company", eventually rose to general manager and treasurer, and later took over as sole owner. His son, Robert J. Shea, took over as president of the company in 1965. The Gold Bond company sold rights to three of its brands, including Gold Bond Powder, to Block Drug Corporation in August 1987.[4] The brand was then sold to Martin Himmel Inc. in March 1990.[5] To this point, the brand had remained a regional product of New England;[5] soon after its purchase, Himmel began a national marketing campaign which saw sales increase by over 70% annually.[7] By 1995, Gold Bond was a US$27 million business,[7] and was sold to Chattem in April 1996 for $40 million. ^ , Docket No. 2001-37-Appeal (R.I. June 12, 2002). ^ a b cA good-quality mattress is a smart investment that gives you tremendous return. When you are well rested, your mind functions better, your memory is sharper, and you can be sure you won't fall asleep on the job, in class, or while driving.
For less than the dollar you spend each day on your cup of coffee (or $4.00 at Starbucks), you can get a quality mattress that will last you for years to come and provide you with the sleep you need to be your best. Invest in the finest quality mattress that you can afford. Less expensive mattresses may seem like a bargain, but they may not provide the comfort, support and durability necessary for a great night's sleep. The size of your mattress is usually determined by the number of people sleeping on the bed and the size of the bedroom. If two people will be sharing the bed, I recommend buying the largest mattress that your room will accommodate. Keep in mind that you typically spend four months a year in bed. So make it big, make it comfortable and get a great night's sleep. The answer to this question is personal. For years doctors, orthopedic surgeons, and chiropractors recommended a firm mattress. The trend over the past few years has been toward a more comfortable sleeping surface, with pressure point relief and a firm supportive core.
Finding a mattress that provides the proper pressure-relieving comfort is key to a great night's sleep. The less pressure points on your body, the less tossing and turning you'll do and the longer you will stay in stage 5 sleep or REM sleep, which provides maximum rest and rejuvenation. My team of sleep consultants, led by yours truly, can help you find the mattress that's perfect for your particular needs. Density in foam is a measurement of how much substance, or material, is put into each cubic foot of foam. The higher the density, the heavier or denser the foam. Here's an example: 5.0lbs density tells you the cubic foot of that particular foam weighs 5 pounds. The denser the material, the less air cells in the foam. Note: "density" of foam is not the only measurement in determining the quality or the firmness of the foam. Chemical compositions and manufacturing processes are equally as important. The firmness of foam is achieved by using diverse recipes of ingredients that produce the foam.
Firmness of foam is also determined by different manufacturing procedures. The firmness or Initial Load Deflection, (ILD), is measured by using a cubic foot of foam and compressing it with a flat disk. In doing so, the pressure is measured resulting in the ILD determination. The ILD is a rating of how easily the foam will shape to your body and how much support it is capable of giving. Example: a low ILD rating of 23 will provide a soft cushioning and "enveloping" feel. An ILD rating of 38 is used to provide a supportive and very firm feel, often used in the core of the mattress. Foundations have replaced box springs, for the most part, in the mattress industry. Unlike a box spring, which actually has a spring supported system, a foundation is a solid base similar to a platform. Foundations also may incorporate steel modules and are used on traditional bed frames. Highly advanced mattresses support your body best when placed on a matching foundation. The odor is a combination of the smells of the new materials used in making the mattress.
The mattress is sealed in plastic immediately after production. This odor will not cause any harm and should go away within a couple of weeks. This is similar to the smell of a new car. Our memory foam is an advanced Visco called Cool-Contour. Unlike leading memory foams on the market today, Cool-Contour conforms instantly to your body for better support and pressure relief. Cool-Contour boasts an open cell structure that allows air to circulate around your body, naturally regulating your body temperature for a more comfortable night's sleep. It is produced with odor free Castor oil and recycled foam polymers. It is one of the most advanced, cutting-edge memory foams on the market today. Our latex is made with a blend of natural latex milk from the Hevea Brasilliensis tree; it is blended with synthetic latex for added durability. It is hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, antifungal and dust mite resistant. Natural talalay latex immediately conforms to the body, properly aligns the spine and provides up to 33% more pressure relief than that of memory foam.