Study Outlines Teens' Preferences And Trade-offs For Freedom From Acne
ScienceDaily (Aug. 18, 2008) — Teens report that they would pay about $275 to have never had acne, and are willing to pay considerably more to be acne-free than to have 50 percent clearance of their acne or to have clear skin with acne scars, according to a report in the August issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.
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Cosmetic Bootcamp Marketing and Management Symposium Announces Dates for 2008 Meeting
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- The Cosmetic Bootcamp LLC announced today that it will host its annual marketing and management meeting December 11-14 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas. According to course director, Kenneth Beer, MD, "the response we got from both attendees and sponsors of last year's meeting was overwhelmingly positive and we believe that this meeting will sell out."
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Procedures Still Booming Despite Economy Concerns
New Survey by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Reveals Fillers, Laser-Related and Injectable Toxin Procedures Continue to Rise
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Heads-up study of hair dynamics may lead to better hair-care products
PHILADELPHIA— From frizzy perms to over-bleached waves, “bad hair days” could soon become a less frequent occurrence. Chemists report the first detailed microscopic analysis of what happens to individual hair fibers when they interact with each other, an advance in knowledge key to the development of improved shampoos, conditioners, and other products for repairing damaged hair, the researchers say. They presented the study here today at the American Chemical Society’s 236th National Meeting
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Consumer Alert: Black Henna Tattoos Can Cause Serious Skin Reactions
CHICAGO/PRNewswire/ -- Dermatologists are warning consumers
that the harmless-looking, henna tattoos that are being sold everywhere
from summer carnivals and open-air malls to cruise ships and vacation hot
spots could contain a harmful chemical known as para-phenylenediamine, or
PPD, used to create longer-lasting black henna tattoos. Notably, PPD has
been associated with a rash of major skin problems.
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Dermatology: Effect Of Regular Sauna On Epidermal Barrier Function And Stratum Corneum Water-Holding Capacity In Vivo In Humans A Controlled Study
Sauna has a long-standing tradition on the Northern hemisphere, with Scandinavia and Russia looking back over more than 2,500 years of using sauna as a popular procedure to cleanse and regenerate the body.
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Bedside Manner, Board Certification Matter: Survey Reveals Top Qualities for Consumers Choosing a Doctor
Although Ranked Highly, Certification Understanding Limited
EVANSTON, Ill.,/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --A new survey from the American Board of Medical Specialties found that more than nine out of 10 Americans ranked communication skills and board certification highest in important qualities they look for in choosing a doctor.
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Body Contouring Surgery Risk Rises with Increased Body Mass Index
Study reveals close correlation between degree of obesity and complications arising from popular aesthetic surgical procedure
New York, NY (July 31, 2008) – A recent study investigating the relationship between complications of body contouring surgery and body mass index has confirmed an increase in the occurrence of such complications with worsening degree of obesity. Findings from the study are published in the July/August 2008 issue of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the peer-reviewed publication of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).
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American Academy of Dermatology: Saving Face Without Surgery?
NEW MINIMALLY INVASIVE TECHNOLOGIES CAN REJUVENATE SKIN WITH MINIMAL
DOWNTIME, LESS RISKS
CHICAGO, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- The popular belief that good skin is
something you're born with isn't entirely true. In fact, experts believe
that genetics account for only 20 percent of natural aging, with 80 percent
thought to be from accumulated sun exposure. But for those who would rather
steer clear of going under the knife to shave a few years off their
appearance, a new arsenal of aesthetic procedures that work without visibly
wounding the skin are quickly gaining popularity.
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Stubborn Nail Problems Can Improve From Proper Diagnosis, Treatment by Dermatologists
Brittle nails, nail fungus and problems from nail cosmetics are among the
most common complaints
CHICAGO, July 30 /PRNewswire/ -- For many of us, the health of our
nails is something we often take for granted. That is until something goes
wrong and changes the appearance or texture of the nails. Dermatologists,
who are the physician experts in the care of skin, hair and nails, find
that brittle nails, nail fungus and problems from nail cosmetics are among
the most common sources of nail disorders. Help can be found by seeking
proper diagnosis and starting a proven treatment regimen, which can include
medications and behavioral changes.
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Study examines motivations for tattoo removal
Individuals who visit dermatology clinics for tattoo removal are more likely to be women than men, and may be motivated by the social stigma associated with tattoos and negative comments by others, according to a report in the July issue of Archives of Dermatology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.
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Clinical Trial Concluded For New Wrinkle Treatment
Gel-Del Technologies, a St. Paul, Minnesota based biomedical device company announced that it has concluded clinical trials of CosmetaLife, a dermal filler injection that company officials say holds potential to be a more effective alternative to currently available treatments for deep lines and wrinkles that activates a more natural skin correction.
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Carbon Dioxide Laser Resurfacing May Reduce Wrinkles Over Long Term
ScienceDaily — Carbon dioxide laser resurfacing appears to be an effective long-term treatment for facial wrinkles, according to a new report.
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Largest Review of Office-Based Plastic Surgery Confirms Safety in Accredited Facilities
Mortality Rate Less Than 1% in Over 1.1 Million Procedures
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. –A study examining plastic surgery procedures performed in accredited outpatient facilities found that office-based surgery is as safe as surgery performed in hospitals. The study published in July’s Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery® (PRS), the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), reviewed more than 1.1 million procedures and found the mortality rate to be significantly less than one percent or 0.002 percent.
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Study: Fractional Photothermolysis Safe, Effective for Acne Scars
Fractional photothermolysis can be a safe and effective treatment option for facial acne scars in Asian skin, South Korean researchers reported at the International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology VI World Congress in Lisbon. The investigators, from the Gowoonsesang Dermatology Clinic, Seoul, studied 30 patients with Fitzpatrick skin types IV or V with moderate to severe facial scars.
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Renewing Lycopene Skin Cream
Crema Licopene Rinnovante
Paphos Skincare announces the release of the first skincare product to contain 100% pure and organic lycopene, Renewing Lycopene Skin Cream. This luxurious, rapidly absorbed hydrating and renewing cream is rich in lycopene and natural botanical oils.
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New research reveals ultraviolet light therapy is as beneficial for darker skin as lighter skin
DALLAS — An analysis of more than 100 patients has confirmed for the first time that darker-skinned patients benefit as those with lighter skin when given light therapy for morphea and related diseases, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers show.
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FDA APPROVES EVOLENCE®, A NEW GENERATION COLLAGEN-BASED FACIAL FILLER
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") announced the approval of EVOLENCE® for the correction of moderate to deep facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. EVOLENCE® is a new advanced collagen-based structural dermal filler, and a first of its kind product.
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Stem Cells Speed Healing After Laser Resurfacing
Adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) can be used safely and effectively to prevent postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) and improve wound healing following fractional
CO2 laser resurfacing in dark-skinned patients, according to South Korean investigators.
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Barrier Therapeutics to Merge Into Stiefel Laboratories
Acquisition to enhance industry leader's dermatological portfolio
CORAL GABLES, Fla., June 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Stiefel Laboratories Inc.,the world's largest independent pharmaceutical company specializing in dermatology, today announced it has signed a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which Stiefel Laboratories will acquire Barrier Therapeutics, Inc. ("Barrier Therapeutics") (Nasdaq: BTRX), through a two-step transaction, a tender offer followed by a merger of Barrier Therapeutics into a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stiefel Laboratories, at a price of $4.15 in cash, per share of Barrier Therapeutics' common stock.
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Cosmetic Surgery Procedures to Exceed 55 Million in 2015, ASPS Study Predicts
Expertise of Board Certified Plastic Surgeons Critical to Achieve Beauty Goals
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – More than 55 million cosmetic surgery procedures will be performed in 2015, predicts a recent study in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). This more than quadruples the number of procedures performed in 2005, the study noted. Pushing this growth is increasing consumer awareness, direct-to-consumer marketing and advertising, as well as technological advances in non-surgical options, according to the study.
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| Hidden Facial Cheek Fat Compartments Are Key To Youthful Appearance
Rejuvenating newly identified fat compartments in the facial cheeks can help reduce the hollowed look of the face as it ages, according to new research by plastic surgeons at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
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Cosmetic Bootcamp Announces Sold Out Status
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., -- The Cosmetic Bootcamp,LLC announces that it has sold out its summer cosmetic training symposium. According to Dr. Kenneth Beer, the meeting "has reached record breaking attendance levels, showing the importance of core specialties in the aesthetic space. The leading corporations in the global Aesthetic Marketplace recognize that the core specialists in general and the thought leaders in particular are responsible for shaping the future of their business. As a result, they realize that this meeting, more than any other in the world, is the most important determinant for the success or failure of their businesses," says Dr. Beer.
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Acne - Not Just a Teen Issue
Emotional Effects Significant for Adult Acne Sufferers
LOS ANGELES, -- While acne may traditionally be
viewed as a teenage "rite of passage," results from a groundbreaking
national survey released today show that acne is a problem that also
commonly affects adults. The survey finds that acne can negatively impact
many aspects of a person's life -- professional, academic, physical and
social -- and a basic lack of knowledge may be preventing or hindering
appropriate treatment options.(1)
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