There aren't enough minerals in our food, and then we MUST SUPPLEMENT OUR MINERAL REQUIREMENTS. After he's off to school, I'll have some Mom/daughter time with my four year old, then she entertains herself as i make soap, cut soaps, pack orders, cut labels, conduct inventory, or assemble supply asks for. Your skin needs nutrients called EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids). I purchased a 2oz trial size bottle for $1.99 from Target.