Rose Essential Oil Aug 14, 2008
It is also used to help aid depression and stress related problems; it is excellent for general skin care (especially dry, sensitive or aging skin) and helps ease wounds and sprains; can help treat insomnia; is helpful in a number of problems of the female reproductive system; is anti-viral and anti-infectious. Although Rose is said to be as useful as Lavender essential oil and has a number of therapeutic uses in aromatherapy, it is used for many other purposes. (Suite101.com)
Wrinkle Cream Comparison Website Launches Aug 6, 2008
The new website is designed to help consumers find anti aging skin care and products through a series of unbiased product fact sheets and reviews ... You need to carefully analyze your skin, do your research and read the reviews before you select a wrinkle treatment to be sure to get the right one," concludes Jackson. For additional information visit AntiAging-Health.com. About AntiAging-Health.com: AntiAging-Health.com is an interactive, user-friendly website designed to guide consumers through... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Quick way to enhance your body image Aug 4, 2008
Who says you need to go under the knife and spend days of painful post-surgery recovery just to look good (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Why Some Treatments Rescue Aging Skin Jun 3, 2008
Just as a foam mattress over time becomes flatter in places and creased as its structure breaks down, aging skin begins to sag and wrinkle when its collagen is diminished and fragmented ... You have to interrupt it, or aging skin is just going downhill ... Fibroblasts (collagen-making cells), shown in yellow, in aging skin. (Science Daily)
Simple Steps that Will Slow the Signs of Aging May 12, 2008
Aging skin has been under attack by UV rays, stress and carbon monoxide so don't stress it more by pulling on it. In addition to following this checklist, other daily rituals that will help keep you looking young include getting regular exercise, eating healthy, and avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Tanning industry claims beds do not cause skin cancer, dermatologists disagree Apr 11, 2008
Issue date: 4/11/08 Section. The price of a healthy glow may come at a cost. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Natural Dry Hair & Skin Remedies Mar 20, 2008
Banana is a gentle, effective moisturizer for dry and/or aging skin ... It will soften, firm, smooth and moisturize your skin, and is especially good for aging skin. (Suite101.com)
Senior Moments Mar 6, 2008
The most common problem in aging skin is dryness. Oil glands work less well as you age and, whether due to depression, lack of social interaction or simply fear of falling, many older folks bathe less regularly than they should. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Canadian women self-conscious about their scars & stretch marks Mar 4, 2008
"In fact, in several countries around the world, Bio-Oil has been responsible for the creation of a new skincare category consisting of tissue oils, which not only help to reduce scars and stretch marks, but are also extremely effective in treating dehydrated and aging skin." Since its development in 1987, Bio-Oil has become the number one selling scar and stretch mark product in 10 countries, including the United Kingdom and Australia, and the product most recommended for scars and stretch... (Canada Newswire)
Skin care from the inside Feb 22, 2008
On the minus side, an increase in certain kinds of fats and carbohydrates also increased the likelihood of aging skin. Skin aging was defined as a wrinkled appearance or dryness as a result of aging and skin thinning or atrophy. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Keep Father Time From Marching On: New Laser Treatments Offer Gentle and Effective Skin Resurfacing in a Flash Feb 4, 2008
SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- For most people, the significant downtime involved in undergoing an invasive laser resurfacing procedure to reverse the obvious signs of aging skin is not realistic given today's busy, deadline-driven lifestyle ... "Today, patients are interested in gentler skin rejuvenation options than those used previously, such as the CO2 laser, and will trade less dramatic results for less downtime and few, if any, side effects." Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing One of... (PR Newswire)
JIM DODSON: Yeah, Real Men Do Go to the Spa Jan 20, 2008
After this, she applied a cool, fragrant "mask" of something deigned to rehydrate my rapidly aging skin, applying it with such a delicate and soothing touch around the eyes and weary brow, why, I nearly dozed off and missed Zamfir on the pan flute. All I could think was how lucky young Natalie is to have a mommy with healing hands like that. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Jan Marini Skin Research Suspends Sales of Popular Eyelash Products Jan 18, 2008
Products range from Glycolic Acid formulas and patented breakthroughs to the state-of-the-art anti-aging properties of the remarkable C-ESTA(R) family of products, all aimed at addressing aging skin, acne, rosacea and other common skin concerns. For more information, please visit Contact: Megan Meece Mark Marinovich Zing USA Jan Marini Skin Research, Inc. (212) 633-6301 (408) 362-0130, Ext. (PR Newswire)
The Sun and Your Skin Jan 14, 2008
The Effects of UV Radiation on Your Skin. Have the effects of UV radiation on your skin crossed your mind lately. (Suite101.com)
Cosmecueticals Treat Aging Skin Jan 1, 2008
Cosmecueticals, beauty aids that reportedly work like prescription drugs, are providing new ways to treat aging skin ... Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, of Dermatology Consulting Services, High Point, North Carolina, assessed the ingredient efficacy in a variety of cosmeceuticals on each of these areas of aging skin. (Newsmax)
New Ingredients In Drug-like Anti-aging Products Improve Skin Dec 31, 2007
30, 2007) Cosmecueticals, beauty aids that reportedly work like prescription drugs, are providing new ways to treat aging skin ... Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, of Dermatology Consulting Services, High Point, North Carolina, assessed the ingredient efficacy in a variety of cosmeceuticals on each of these areas of aging skin. (Science Daily)
Hylan Not Recommended for Knee Osteoarthritis Dec 7, 2007
(Hyaluronic acids are also used cosmetically to increase the volume and fullness of aging skin. . (MEDLINEplus)
New Cure For Aging Skin? Nov 30, 2007
New Cure For Aging Skin ... New Cure For Aging Skin ... (WebMD) Researchers say they've turned back the clock on aging skin -- in mice, at least -- and may be one step closer to unlocking the aging process. (CBS News)
What To Eat For Glowing Healthy Skin Nov 16, 2007
Research has shown that the antioxidants in vitamins C and E can protect the skin from sun damage and help reduce damage in skin cells caused by harmful free radicals, which contribute to aging skin. Similarly, we have long known that the B vitamin biotin is responsible for forming the basis of skin, hair and nail cells, and vitamin A found in many fruits and vegetables maintains and repairs skin tissue. (Science Daily)
Dermatologists Share Their Secrets For Maintaining Healthy Skin, Hair And Nails Nov 14, 2007
In addition, dermatologists can advise patients looking to improve aging skin on the most appropriate over-the-counter, medical and surgical options available to them. Here are tips from dermatologists who met at the American Academy of Dermatology s (Academy) SKIN academy, November 8, 2007. (Science Daily)
Wrinkle Free Friday: Product from England is getting noticed Nov 3, 2007
Dermatology experts at the University of Manchester say it reduces sun damage - the main cause of aging skin. And it does so just as effectively as products you buy from a doctor or get by prescription. (WWLTV.com, LA)
IPL Photofacials, Microdermabrasion, Tri-Luma Cream Enhance Baby Boomers' Facelifts, Plastic Surgeon Notes Aug 22, 2007
A facelift may lift and tighten Baby Boomers' aging skin, but it can't improve the condition of the skin itself. Board-certified plastic surgeon and author Allan Parungao, MD, recommends improving the skin's texture and reversing sun damage and melasma with IPL photofacials, microdermabrasion and Tri-Luma cream. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Lumene Takes a Page from Hollywood by Rolling Out the 'Orange' Carpet for Launch of Radiant C Beauty Drops May 10, 2007
BOSTON, May 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumene, the sought-after cosmetic and skincare brand from Finland, will roll out the "orange" carpet to help support the US launch of Radiant C Beauty Drops -- Lumene's new 28 day Vitamin C anti aging skin treatment. The launch kicks off with the distribution of 500,000 samples through a series of exciting consumer events in New York, Boston and Philadelphia throughout the month of May. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Top 10 tips to protect skin in summer May 4, 2007
As temperatures rise and more time is spent outside, Dr. Karl Gruber, a noted pathologist and founder of LUCA Sunscreen, reminds us of the dangers of sun exposure and how to protect ourselves and our children from the risks of skin cancer. May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and in its honor Dr. Gruber wants us to understand how to protect ourselves from the sun's dangerous rays and the most common and most preventable of all cancers. (SpiritIndia)
From ice cream to moisturizer, it's a whole new world for avocados Apr 22, 2007
com, lists the benefits of avocado oil as a cosmetic ingredient: Rich in vitamins A and D, it is highly moisturizing and useful for treating certain rashes, eczema and parched and aging skin, the Web site states. At La Costa Resort n Carlsbad, the avocado is a featured ingredient in one popular treatment. (North County Times)
Study: Smoking ages all skin, not just face Apr 3, 2007
Both cigarettes and exposure to light cause aging skin, but studies have shown that smokers have more rapidly aging skin than nonsmokers, said Diana Ramos, community health educator for the University Health Services. Khairul Luqman (senior-industrial engineering) said he has smoked for five years and considers himself a moderate smoker. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Science Behind A Wrinkle-filler: Researchers Discover For First Time How Product Works Feb 22, 2007
In the first frame, fibroblasts (the cells in the skin that make collagen), shown here in yellow, as they appear in aging skin ... "It is true that the physical presence of the product increases volume in the skin. Our research makes clear that injection of the product leads to creation of new collagen, which contributes to reduction in creases and wrinkles in a person's aging skin," Voorhees says. (Science Daily)
The science behind a wrinkle-filler: Researchers discover for the first time how product works Feb 20, 2007
Our research makes clear that injection of the product leads to creation of new collagen, which contributes to reduction in creases and wrinkles in a persons aging skin, Voorhees says. The paper appears in the new issue of the journal Archives of Dermatology. (EurekAlert!)
Skin care simplified Feb 17, 2007
They are prescribing simplified skin-care routines requiring at most three steps: soap; sunscreen every day, no matter the weather or the season; and, if necessary, a product tailored to specific skin needs, whether a cream for pimples or pigmented spots, or a vitamin-enriched moisturizer for aging skin. Each product, they say, can be bought at drugstores for $30 or less. (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)
Belgian Smokers Face Corpse, Tumor Images on Cigarette Packs Dec 28, 2006
A shriveled apple warns of aging skin. Still, the pictures don't shock everyone. (Bloomberg)
Doctors question therapies for sagging skin Jun 17, 2006
Lasers and other devices that claim to firm and smooth aging skin are among the fastest-growing cosmetic procedures. But increasingly, doctors who have used the equipment question its effectiveness and criticize aggressive promotions by manufacturers, laser centers and medical spas. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Does Quick-Fix Oxygen Facial Really Work? Apr 24, 2006
The spas and dermatologists promoting these facials describe them as a way to force oxygen and moisturizers temporarily into aging skin. "We hope that the oxygen is creating a pressure bubble that drives vitamins and nutrients into the skin," said Dr. Fredric Brandt, a dermatologist in Miami and New York City. (The Ledger)
Oxygen facials gaining steam Apr 21, 2006
The spas and dermatologists promoting these facials describe them as a way to force oxygen and moisturizers temporarily into aging skin. Americans have had about 20,000 oxygen facials in the last year, said Anthony McMahon, the chief executive of O2 Intraceuticals. (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)
Ranbaxy Purchases Rights and Assets to Senetek's Autoinjector Device Mar 21, 2006
Senetek's patented compound Kinetin is a naturally occurring cytokinin that has proven effective in improving the appearance of aging skin with virtually none of the side effects associated with acid-based active ingredients. Senetek's researchers at the University of Aarhus, Denmark, also are collaborating with the Institute of Experimental Botany, Prague, and other leading governmental and private research institutions to identify and evaluate additional new biologically active compounds for... (PR Newswire)
Photodynamic Therapy is Lighting the Way for Medical and Cosmetic Treatments Mar 3, 2006
"Over the years, the uses of photodynamic therapy have expanded beyond the treatment of skin cancer and today it is being used to treat acne-related disorders and to help rejuvenate sun-damaged or aging skin." PDT is a non-invasive treatment which uses a laser or light energy to activate a photosensitizer or photosensitizing agent called aminolerulinic acid (ALA). ALA is topically applied to the skin that is to be treated. (PR Newswire)
