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FAIRFIELD, Calif., June 28 /PRNewswire/ -- After working for 30 years as a merchandise manager for a major retail store, Stella Halsted wanted a change of scenery. She learned that a local indoor tanning salon was up for sale and looked into the indoor tanning industry. "I found that owners were successful, people were positive and everyone was committed to customer service," Halsted said. "The fact that the salon was only five minutes from my home helped me make my decision as well."...
Gel developed from same compound found in spray tanning lotionA compound found in sunless tanning spray may help to heal wounds following surgery, according to new results published by plastic surgeons from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City and biomedical engineers at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., where the novel compound was developed.Results published today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences show that a sticky gel composed...
According to a report in the May issue of Archives of Dermatology, focusing on the negative effects that indoor tanning can have on appearance can reduce indoor tanning behavior, even among young women who report they tan to relax or alleviate seasonal mood disorders. "They're not worried about skin cancer, but they are worried about getting wrinkled and being unattractive," June Robinson, a professor of dermatology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and senior...
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- When it comes to tanning, dermatologists have long suspected that most people need an attitude adjustment. Now, results of a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) confirmed that the majority of people still idolize the bronzed look of a tan despite wanting to protect themselves from skin cancer. The "Suntelligence: How Sun Smart is Your City?" online survey polled more than 7,000 adults nationwide to determine their...
Hartford Earns Top Bragging Rights; Pittsburgh Fails to Make the Grade SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- At first glance, Hartford, Salt Lake City and Denver might not seem to have much in common. But a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) found these three cities outshine other U.S. cities in heeding dermatologists' advice on preventing and detecting skin cancer. The "Suntelligence: How Sun Smart is Your City?" online survey polled more than 7,000...
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., March 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from William D. James, MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology: Indoor tanning is dangerous. There is compelling, irrefutable scientific evidence which shows that indoor tanning beds can increase your risk for skin cancer. A tax on indoor tanning services serves as a signal from the federal government to young people that indoor tanning is dangerous and should be avoided. In addition, the indoor...
CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- If Brangelina invites you to an after-hours Oscar bash or if you've got plans for a night on the town, you can look fabulous with a flawless tan from Hollywood Tans (www.hollywoodtans.com). To celebrate its 2010 Season Premiere and kick off tanning season, Hollywood Tans is offering complimentary tans all day on Saturday, March 6. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100224/HTLOGO) Its "lights, camera, and action" at Hollywood Tans salons...
schaumburg, Ill., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) applauds the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for issuing a consent order that prohibits the Indoor Tanning Association (ITA) from making false health and safety claims about indoor tanning. The Academy raised its concerns about the false statements being made by the ITA with the FTC in 2008 after the ITA launched an advertising campaign designed to portray indoor tanning as safe and beneficial....
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- As Hollywood's hottest stars head to a chilly Park City, Utah for the Sundance Film Festival, Infinity Sun, the sunless tanning system to the stars, is preparing to greet them and treat them to a warm summertime tan. For four days during the peak of the Sundance Film Festival Infinity Sun will be at the Kari Feinstein Style Lounge on Main Street, beautifying and bronzing celebrity attendees. Infinity Sun Founder and CEO, Veronique Munro, will be on hand...
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinity Sun, the sunless tanning system to the stars, will be at the center of Hollywood's Pre-Golden Globe Awards buzz this Thursday and Friday at Kari Feinstein's Style Lounge. Beautifying and bronzing celebrity attendees throughout the two-day event, Infinity Sun Founder and CEO, Veronique Munro, will be on hand along with her line of skincare products and expert tips to maintaining a healthy summer glow, even in January! Always a celebrity gifting...
