Latest Skin Stories
BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sensus Healthcare is proud to announce their exhibitor participation in the 69th Annual American Academy of Dermatology Meeting in New Orleans, LA on February 4-8, 2011. Visit booth #3921 to learn about the SRT-100(TM) low-dose non-invasive superficial radiotherapy (SRT) non-melanoma skin cancer therapy product line, the Sensus Skin Solutions(TM) professional skin care cosmetics line featuring innovative natural skin care and protection...
PROVO, Utah, Jan. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Nu Skin (NYSE: NUS) scientists and its scientific partners just concluded a breakthrough year, building the body of knowledge in anti-aging research at an accelerated rate with more than 20 presentations at 11 prestigious conferences and symposia around the world. Nu Skin and its research and development partners, that include LifeGen Technologies and various university collaborators, continue to be invited to present research on the genetic basis...
NEW YORK Jan. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Acne is a common problem caused by hormonal imbalances, overactive sebum production (skin oil) and the existence of specific bacterial flora. Today, acne is mostly treated by using antibacterial substances (benzyl peroxide, salicylic acid, etc.) and exfoliation. However, BIONOVA, the skincare line that combines the power of science and the wisdom of nature, provides a deeper look into how your skincare regimen may actually be harming your skin. Lose...
Bonita Inside & Out Improves Health and Appearance of Hair, Skin, and Nails From the Inside Through Supplementation, and Outside with Specially Formulated Anti-Aging Lotion. Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) January 6, 2011 Essential Source, Inc., the makers of specialty health supplements, today announced the release of Bonita Inside & Out to the health market, after a successful test market run. Bonita was developed for consumers who have issues with hair breakage and split ends, slow hair...
3Rx Skin Therapy launches new skin care line that works to repair and relieve extremely dry skin compromised by treatments for cancer such as chemotherapy and radiation, and other dry skin issues caused by medical conditions. South Brunswick, NJ (PRWEB) December 29, 2010 The new 3Rx Skin Therapy product line was developed specifically to help repair and rejuvenate skin damaged by cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation and other dry skin issues caused by medical conditions....
Special Pathogens Laboratory Study First to Test 2002 CDC Recommendations that Alcohol-Based Rubs More Effective Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) December 23, 2010 Alcohol-based gels and hand rubs dominate the market for hand hygiene products, but that may start to change due to a new study conducted by Special Pathogens Laboratory (SPL, http://www.specialpathogenslab.com) to determine which was more effective"”wipes or rubs. Published in the November issue of the American Journal of...
Xenna Corporation is a distributor of natural foot care products sold nationwide in stores like Walmart, Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS and others. Xenna foot care products have been used by professional and amateur athletes alike. CEO Carol J. Buck says, "Regardless of the sport, it's our experience that athletes pay more attention to their feet than the average person. This is especially true of barefoot runners." Princeton, NJ (PRWEB) December 21, 2010 As the debate over the pros and...
Xenna Corporation (http://www.xenna.com), is a distributor of natural foot care products sold nationwide in stores like Walmart, Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS and others. CEO C.J. Buck says, "Boots are the hottest footwear trend for winter, coming in all shapes, heel heights and designs. But boots have to manage this complex thing called your foot." Buck endorses the advice of the American Medical Podiatric Association and offers tips for buying boots and taking care of feet in...
Euro Med Spa, one of the leading providers of anti-aging treatments is pleased to announce a launch of the new revolutionary technique for facial rejuvenation- Stem Cell Assisted Fat Transfer. Chattanooga, TN (PRWEB) December 17, 2010 Euro Med Spa, one of the leading providers of anti-aging treatments is pleased to announce a launch of the new revolutionary technique for facial rejuvenation- Stem Cell Assisted Fat Transfer. In the last few years, use of fillers has become a very popular...
Folligenix is a brand new, organic and groundbreaking cosmeceutical product which will be available in early January of 2011. Folligenix contains a proprietary blend of organic ingredients. Folligenix was designed by esteemed and internationally acclaimed celebrity Soho hairstylist, Mario Diab, to support hair, skin, and nail health and vitality for men and women. Soho, NY (PRWEB) December 18, 2010 Internationally acclaimed and celebrated hair pioneer, Mario Diab, is pleased to announce...
Latest Skin Reference Libraries
Nails are found on the fingers and toes alike. Formation and Orientation Nails are made of the protein keratin, much like hair as they are related, which is tough and strong and able to protect the ends of the fingers they cover. The nail plate, nail matrix, the nail sinus and the nail bed all make up the nail. The matrix is broken up into two sections; the nonvisible layer is simply referred to as the matrix while the visible part is called the lunula. The matrix is the tissue...
Skin is the outermost organ that protects and incases the tendons, ligaments, bones, muscles, etc. It is also the largest organ of the human body. Formation and Orientation Healthy skin consists of vitamins A, C, D and E, but in all skin, there are melanocytes which produce mesodermal cells. These cells allow for the absorption of UV rays. There are five main pigments that provide color in the skin’s many levels. Although not found in the skin, Oxyhemoglobin is found in the blood,...
