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Entertainer's
Secret Throat Relief®
Soothe your
throat and smooth your voice. Get relief from...
Laryngitis, Hoarseness, Congestion, Stuffiness, Dry Throat ....and
more!
- SINGERS
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TEACHERS
- TELEMARKETERS
- SPEAKERS
- VOICE
OVER ARTISTS
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- ACTORS
- PASTORS
- CHEERLEADERS
- LECTURERS
- People
that just love to talk!
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WHAT
IS ENTERTAINER'S SECRET THROAT RELIEF?
Entertainer's
Secret Throat Relief is a spray formulated to resemble natural mucosal
secretions and designed to moisturize, humidify and lubricate the mucous
membranes of the throat and larynx. The ingredients are: water, glycerin,
sodium carboxylmethylcellulose, aloe vera gel, methylparaben, propylparaben,
potassium chloride, dibasic sodium phosphate and flavor.
HISTORY
Entertainer's
Secret resulted from a collaborative effort of KLI CORP and a Nashville
TN otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist), Richard Quisling,
MD, whose practice includes many singers and entertainers. When
these professionals' voices are at less than their best, careers and very
livelihoods are at risk. Our goal was to develop a product which could
protect the vocal apparatus and restore and maintain voice quality and
comfort without doing harm. After trying various ratios of a number
of different ingredients, the final formulation of the product now known
as Entertainer's Secret Throat Relief evolved. Once subsequent testing
found it to be safe and effective, it was registered as a medical device
by the FDA in the United States. The first sales took place in 1984
and it originally was called Moi-Stir 10.
s
is a much more efficient filter than a dry one devoid of mucus.
Entertainer's
Secret is to dry throat and hoarse voice what lip balms are for chapped
lips or what hand lotions are for skin that has become irritated or chapped
due to exposure to detergents, solvents or chemicals. It is not
a medication or a "cure" but it can help relieve throat and voice problems
when dryness is a contributing factor.
Let�s
look at some evidence:
A dry larynx is pictured on the right.
The photo to the left is the same subject�s larynx after he sprayed
Entertainer�s Secret. A professional�s trained eye can see that the larynx
on the left is more elongated and relaxed, but anyone, professional or
not, can see more white spots on the left photo.
These spots are reflections of light (much like the reflection of
street lights on the road on a rainy night) that are picked up by the
fiberoptic camera. The moisture is from the Entertainer�s Secret and it
is sticking to the surface of the vocal folds and keeping them moist.
WHAT
DOES IT CONTAIN?
Entertainer's
Secret is formulated to resemble natural secretions. Sodium carboxymethylcellulose,
aloe vera gel and glycerin - each a proxy for a naturally secreted type
of mucus (globular, strand and sheet) - are blended into a buffered, aqueous
hypertonic solution. Unlike some other sore throat remedies, it
does NOT contain numbing anesthetics, alcohol, antiseptics, analgesics,
antihistamines, decongestants, anti-inflammatory agents or any other "medicinal"
ingredient that can produce unwanted side effects. The improved
honey-apple flavor imparts a pleasant mellow taste.
HOW
DO I USE IT?
One
can spray Entertainer's Secret into the throat while saying "Ahh", but
a more effective way is to take a quick breath inward while spraying into
the mouth.
To
insure that the upper throat is reached, one should tilt the head back,
aim the nozzle in the nostril and inhale sharply while spraying.
Any
brief "tingling" sensation will be quickly replaced by a pleasant soothing
feeling. It should be sprayed as often as necessary to eliminate dryness.
As is the case with hand lotion or lip balm, over-dosing is not a concern.
If the dryness, irritation or hoarseness persists for more than a few
days or if there are any signs of infection, a physician should be consulted.
PACKAGING
Entertainer's
Secret is packaged in a two ounce (60 ml) polyethylene bottle which fits
conveniently into pocket or purse and has a built-in locking mechanism
so it won't leak or spill. Each bottle delivers about 85 sprays.
INFORMATION
FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
The final
formulation was established after considerable experimenting with fiberoptic
visualization and computer- generated sonogram technology that records
vibrational characteristics and changes in vocal quality. The product's
"clinical" function is to supplement and adjust the viscosity
of the natural secretions which keep the throat and vocal apparatus moist
and healthy.
People who
use (abuse?) their voices longer or more aggressively than usual while
speaking or singing probably comprise the majority of the individuals
who can benefit from Entertainer's Secret. But within the healthcare community,
it also has been found helpful for head and neck radiation patients, for
speech pathology patients, for people with Sjogren's Syndrome, for people
who have had laser surgery (e.g. the Laup procedure) and for others who
complain of or are handicapped by throat dryness.
WHY
DOES MY THROAT GET DRY AND MY VOICE GET HOARSE?
We all have
occasions when we develop a dry, sore scratchy throat and a hoarse, tired
voice - we call it laryngitis. This is not always a correct diagnostic
term, but it is descriptive - possibly because tissues in the larynx or
vocal apparatus are inflammed- sound is distorted. Often it's caused by
excessive vocalizing: too much speaking, singing, cheering at games or
concerts, shouting, etc. Entertainer's Secret Throat Spray- Soothe your
throat and smooth your voice.
Inhaled air
almost always is drier than the body would prefer because heating in cold
weather as well as conditioning in hot weather removes moisture. When
this dry air flows through the throat's passageways, its mucosal cover
loses moisture via evaporation. As a consequence, this coating or lining
becomes too viscous to flow properly and it cannot keep the underlying
sensitive membranes moist. These surfaces can become dehydrated even if
one is not doing an unusual amount of talking or singing or yelling.
Other reasons:
maybe the dry irritated throat is due to an unfavorable atmosphere like
smoke or dust, or maybe it's an after-effect from a cold or cough or the
result of surgery or therapy. Allergies can cause the mucus to form a
thick and congested mass. Whatever the cause, the throat feels uncomfortable
and, because a dry vocal fold does not vibrate like a moist one, vocal
quality is impaired.
WHY
DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT?
A dry throat
is uncomfortable and a persistently dry throat is more susceptible to
inflammation and infection - problems which nobody needs. A hoarse voice
handicaps our ability to perform our job or participate in a favorite
activity. It is annoying to the person doing the vocalizing and equally
irritating and distracting to the listener.
A few of
us, radio announcers and opera singers, for example, have jobs that absolutely
demand one's very best voice all the time. However, a far greater number
of us are involved in everyday activities that require a degree of vocal
quality, e.g. conversing, explaining, teaching, presenting, or selling
- if we want to optimize our opportunity to communicate. A scratchy hoarse
voice is frustrating to both parties. The audience, whether it is one
person or an auditorium full, is short-changed, receiving less than the
speaker or singer is capable of delivering.
WHY
NOT JUST DRINK WATER?
Drinking
lots of water is good, a healthy and a smart idea for many reasons. Before
extended periods of vocalizing one should drink a lot of water. But the
water passes through the esophagus into the digestive system and must
get into the circulatory system before it can be delivered to specific
dehydrated areas such as the throat or larynx. Very little ingested water
comes into direct contact with these dehydrated surfaces. Frequent, often
inconvenient bathroom breaks become necessary. Moreover, even with copious
fluid intake to achieve systemic hydration, the body's mucous-secreting
glands often just can't produce enough replacement moisturizing materials
quickly enough to keep up with the increased need.
WHAT
ABOUT OTHER BEVERAGES?
Some people
find fruit juices and other water-based fluids a better tasting alternative,
but many drinks are counter- productive. For example, alcohol and caffeine
both exert a drying effect; paradoxically, the more one drinks the dryer
the local membranes and total system becomes. Even sugar or acid (e.g.
carbonation or citric acid) in drinks reduces the effectiveness of these
beverages as humidifiers and makes them less efficient than plain water.
WILL
IT HELP MY ALLERGIES / SINUSES?
Allergy and
sinus complaints often involve congestion and discomfort because of very
thick mucus. Spraying Entertainer's Secret helps to thin out or make this
material less viscous. This lets the mucus flow as it should which keeps
the underlying membranes moist and healthy.
Although
Entertainer's Secret Throat Relief is not a specific remedy for these
problems, it can reduce the symptoms of discomfort.
WHO
USES ENTERTAINER'S SECRET?
A great number
of household names from the performing arts from pop music to country
& western to gospel to opera and Broadway Stage and TV actors - have
found Entertainer's Secret beneficial. Photos from satisfied purchasers
such as Jon BonJovi, Lyle Lovett, Jerry Lewis, Glen Close, Alan Campbell,
Tom Petty, Debbie Gibson, Wynonna Judd, and many others adorn our walls.
I'M
NOT AN ENTERTAINER; WHY SHOULD I BE INTERESTED?
While we
are flattered to number many famous people among our customers, we are
equally pleased that it has been helpful to hundreds of teachers of many
different subjects at every academic level, choir members, salespersons,
members of the clergy, and business and professional people all around
the world. Anybody who relies on their voice for work or fun should have
a bottle in their medicine chest, supply cabinet, briefcase, car or desk
alongside other personal care products. It's a very inexpensive way to
insure your very best vocal quality. At one point it was a "secret"
for people in the entertainment field; no more!
WILL
IT MAKE ME BETTER IN MY JOB?
It surely
can't hurt. An unpleasant voice is rarely an occupational advantage, whatever
one does. Discomfort seldom improves performance.
TESTIMONIALS
. . . . I
perform over 300 shows a year and swear by your product. I was introduced
to Entertainer's Secret by (of all people ) Weird Al Yankovich one night
when we shared a stage and a horrible cold and the only thing that got
him through was his "secret". I am the guitarist and one of
about 25 vocalists in an Ensemble called Holiday Express, an all volunteer
group of professional musicians who each Christmas perform for those less
fortunate in Aids and Homeless Shelters, Cancer Care Centers and Behavioral
Institutes. . . . [From New Jersey]
I just want
to say that this email can be used as a testimonial as well. I am the
lead singer of a Rock-N-Roll band, and I came upon this product by accident
really.. when a woman I work with saw it on a shelf in a pharmacy, and
asked if I've tried it. I've battled dry throat & hoarsness quite
a bit, doing shows every weekend for a couple months, and even lost my
voice at one point in time. Not good for the frontman..hehe!! Anyway,
I picked up a bottle of "Entertainers Secret" and surprisingly
enough...This stuff really does work!! I was back in action within a few
weeks, and still rockin' as of today!! [Jimmie]
I have been
a singer for over 17 years. This product is a dream come true if you are
a performer. Entertainer's Secret is a throat spray that does not numb
your vocal cords, but helps them work to their fullest potential. I have
been using this product over 5 years. It has been a great help to my success.
Sincerely, David McBee
My Web sites: www.dsmshock2001.com & www.lostgoldrecords.com
. . . . THIS
STUFF IS GREAT!! I CAN PRODUCE APX. 3 ADDITIONAL NOTES HIGHER AND LOWER
ON MY RANGE WITH REGULAR USAGE OF YOUR PRODUCT. . .[From a salesman /
amateur singer in Florida]
. . . . Love
this product!! It has come in so handy for times when you are sitting
and waiting to sing, and then have to get up and sound great. Thanks for
this great product! . . . [From a female master's level student in Ontario,
Canada]
. . . . .I
have a very serious throat problem called GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NEURALGIA.
This was caused by the Chicken Pox and is a Post Herpetic Neuralgia pain
syndrome. It has caused my Nerve in my throat to hurt when I speak, Sing
or anything requiring me to use my voice. It has also destroyed the natural
moisturizing process the body uses to lubricate the larynx and sinus cavity.
This is the only stuff in the world I have ever found to work and provide
incredible results and I have
tried everything. It burns at first because I use about 4-6 sprays in
each nostril and have learned to tilt my head and moisturize every part
of my nasal cavity. This product is so wonderful. there is no cure for
my problem but at least there is something that helps me drastically,
ENTERTAINER'S SECRET . . . [From Michigan]
. . . .Your
product got me through the allergy season this past fall with thick, dry
chords, and helped make my New York City Opera debut a huge success! Thanks.
It , Entertainer's Secret, generated a lot of attention in my little corner
back stage.... everyone wanted to know what I kept spraying in my throat!
. . . .[From a opera soprano]
. . . . A
singer from Tulsa, recommended this product to me. She let me use it a
couple of times, and I've found it to be a life-saver. Although it didn't
give me back my singing voice during a pageant last Christmas, it did
allow me to do my speaking parts even though I had *totally* lost my voice.
It has also smoothed the rough edges for me at other times when I was
not nearly so desperate. Thanks for developing such a wonderful product!
. . . [From a male graduate student in Oklahoma]
. . . I have
been a professional speaker since 1978, full time since 1986. As my livelihood
rests on the sound of my voice I must admit that I am terrified at the
thought of sometime loosing my voice. I have had several professional
speaking colleagues who have lost their ability to speak because they
did not care for their vocal instrument! I had heard about ENTERTAINER'S
SECRET for years from professional actors and singers and I finally found
it in the late 80's. I can not begin to tell you the difference it has
made in my life.
If my voice
starts to fade or even starts to feel a tickle I immediately use ENTERTAINER'S
SECRET and almost immediately I feel and hear the difference. I carry
it with me on stage in case of emergencies. It would be foolish for any
actor, singer, speaker, preacher or anyone who needs to
treasure their voice not to have this prized "SECRET!" I tell
all of my colleagues about your product. You have a customer for life!
Thank you!
Your Meeting
Partner,
Michael Scott Karpovich, Certified Speaking Professional
From a Florida
couple who are evangelists: ENTERTAINER'S SECRET HAS HELPED US GET THROUGH
A LOT OF TOUGH TIME & LONG CONCERTS.
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