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April 30th, 2009 at 06:36pm
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Hey Doc,
Firstly, what an amazing job you guys do with that whole set up: Dr Rassman your blog has provided so much insight for those of us scared about hair loss.
I’m a 22 year old male student. To combat my hair loss problem, final year I used Minox 5% (Rogaine) for about 1month, but due to the subsequent irritation it caused, I ceased use.
The area that I applied that to is now dead, straw like hair, and so much thinner than other parts of my hair. I have read about … [visit site to read more]
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April 30th, 2009 at 05:36pm
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I’m 9 1/2 months into Propecia 1mg a day treatment and everything is about the same since I started. I’m currently a NW2 but under miniaturization I have a NW3 with mid anterior thinning. Right now I have early frontal loss all I needed is thickening of miniaturized hairs and that would give me a way fuller look. I’m 22 1/2 year old guy and started Propecia only like 4 months or so after I noticed I’m losing hair so I would be a candidate for reversal but now it looks slim considering … [visit site to read more]
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April 30th, 2009 at 03:31pm
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Dr Rassman, What are your feelings concerning Aderans Phase II trial that is commencing that month?
I am certain I will build out increasingly about it in detail at that year’s ISHRS conference in July. I will keep you posted, but I have no knowledge of the details in the approach that they are using.
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April 30th, 2009 at 02:33pm
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If the maturing hair line is so common, why isn’t it discussed in high school or college biology or health classes particularly when the genetics and human male anatomy sections are taught?
I really don’t know the reply to that question. It should be taught, just like “how to manage a checking account” or “practical economics,” but there are tremendous holes in our education whether it’s just textbook learning. We are still fighting practical sex education in our … [visit site to read more]
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April 30th, 2009 at 12:34pm
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Hi, you talk about miniaturization alot, but i was wondering whether you can actually feel the smaller hairs? I can feel smaller hairs in my scalp when i press my fingers amoung my hair, but i pull my hair fairly alot so i don’t know whether that is regrowing hair or miniaturized hair. I was just wondering whether you have to do a miniaturization experiment, or you could feel the hairs physically?
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April 30th, 2009 at 11:35am
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if honey applied on hair, will it turns white?
It will turn sticky for certain, but it will not construct your hair white. Try it with some cut hairs and find out for yourself.
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April 30th, 2009 at 10:24am
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Revlon, Inc. nowadays announced the launch of a new lineup for the moment half of 2009, featuring first-to-market breakthrough technology product introductions of Revlon and Almay color cosmetics.
Commenting on today’s announcement, Revlon Executive Vice President and General Manager, U.S. Region Chris Elshaw said, “As part of our strategy of continuing to build our strong makes, we believe launching high-quality, consumer-preferred new products is a key driver of profitable type growth. For the moment half of 2009, we are introducing a number of technologically advanced and proprietary new products, together with new shades, that continue Revlon’s track record of setting and influencing trends.”
Second half 2009 Revlon color cosmetics introductions:
- Revlon ColorStay final Liquid Lipstick is a breakthrough product that is the first and only one-step lipcolor that has it all – exclusive ColorStay long-wear technology combined with an exclusive ultra conditioning complex to supply comfortable food-proof wear for up to 12 hours all in one step. The advertising campaign features Jennifer Connelly.
- Revlon DoubleTwist Mascara is a first-to-mass revolutionary 2-in-1 brush that has traditional bristles to thicken lashes and innovative combs to define, providing massive volume and remarkable definition with a rich color affect. The advertising campaign features Jessica Alba.
- Revlon ColorStay Mineral Mousse Makeup and Revlon ColorStay Mineral Finishing Powder are extensions to the Revlon ColorStay Mineral franchise, which was introduced in 2008. ColorStay Mineral Mousse Makeup is a first-to-market formula with ColorStay technology that offers the benefits of mineral makeup in a long-wearing mousse mold with a luxurious matte finish. Mineral Finishing Powder features coordinated 3-shade marbleized pigments swirled together to supply a soft, all-over lift of color that diffuses flaws and minimizes shine. The advertising campaign features Halle Berry.
- “Pure Confection” is a collection of 14 new and on-trend shades featuring a palette of candy-inspired colors that will be introduced into core Revlon lip, eye and nail products.
- “Passion Fusion” is a collection of 13 new and on-trend shades featuring a rich and realistic palette that will be introduced into core Revlon lip, eye and nail products.
- Revlon Fruitful Temptations Nail Enamel is a collection of eight exotic summer fruit shades, each of which has a matching fruit scent when the enamel is dry.
- Revlon Makeup Remover Towelettes are oil-free, quilted and pre-moistened. The towelettes contain an antioxidant blend of pomegranate and rosemary with soothing chamomile that leave the skin feeling clean, refreshed and hydrated.
Second half 2009 Almay color cosmetics introductions:
- Almay Smart Shade Smart Balance Makeup is a breakthrough product that is an extension of the highly successful Almay Smart Shade franchise which was launched for 2007. Almay Smart Shade Smart Balance makeup uses Almay Smart Shade proprietary technology with shade sensing microbeads to adjust to skin tone and uses new and breakthrough Smart Balance technology with skin balancing microspheres that work to keep oily areas shine-free and dry skin softly hydrated. The advertising campaign features Elaine Mellencamp and Marina Theiss.
- Almay Pure Blends Volumizing Mascara is an extension of the Almay Pure Blends natural collection of color cosmetics that was launched for the first half of 2009. The volumizing mascara features a hypoallergenic formula and is made from 97.5% natural ingredients, housed in eco-friendly packaging. The advertising campaign features Leslie Bibb.
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April 30th, 2009 at 09:42am
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Histogen Aesthetics, a division of Histogen focused on providing rare, clinically proven, human skin cell-derived products for aesthetics medicine, nowadays announced the launch of the ReGenica Rejuvenation System for anti-aging and post-resurfacing.
Histogen Aesthetics utilizes a proprietary manufacturing process in which newborn dermal fibroblast cells are grown on beads in controlled bioreactors that preserve an embryonic-like environment, including low oxygen and low gravity conditions. During that process, the cells secrete growth factors such as Keratinocyte Growth Factor and Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor, and soluble extracellular matrix proteins such as collagens, laminin and decorin, which are associated with skin renewal and scarless healing. In addition, factors associated with scarring, such as TGFbeta, are decreased or
nonexistent.
The resulting product is ReGenica, a complex made up of the naturally produced cell signaling materials and embryonic-like proteins which support the epidermal stem cells that resume skin all through life.
Through Histogen’s different and proprietary technology process, Histogen Aesthetics is able to produce a skincare system that differentiates itself from other growth factor-containing skin products on the market. ReGenica:
- does not contain any plant-derived growth factors or phytoestrogens which can be subject to seasonal variability and pesticide contamination
- does not contain genetically-engineered growth factors (recombinant proteins)
- does not contain fetal bovine or other animal serum, so no animal hormones are present
“Our patients undergoing cosmetics procedures are very interested in minimizing their downtime as well as minimizing their risk, and I believe the Histogen formulations do both,” said Dr. Garth Fisher, renowned plastic surgeon and primary investigator on the first ReGenica post-resurfacing clinical study. “In addition, they have the added benefit of minimizing the risks associated with allergic responses from using animal products.”
The ReGenica products are formulated based upon the results of randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical studies, in which independent dermatologists both collected and blind-reviewed the documents. In addition to before and after photographs, assessment of product efficacy was determined by instrumental assessment of transepidermal water loss (TEWL), viscoelasticity measurements and three dimensional image analysis of silicon replicas.
“As a participant in a ReGenica clinical study, I was impressed to see the rigorous and controlled trial process Histogen Aesthetics’ products undergo,” said Stephanie Parker, a patient in the ReGenica post-resurfacing clinical study. “I feel comfortable in knowing that any products released by the Company have been tested and proven safe and effective, and am excited that the anti-aging and post-resurfacing products will now be available. ReGenica products aren’t just making claims – I saw real results.”
Initial product launches in the ReGenica rejuvenation system include the ReGenica Facial Rejuvenation Complex for post-resurfacing, ReGenica Advanced Rejuvenation Day Repair with sunscreen and ReGenica Advanced Rejuvenation Overnight Repair. The system is now available at special introductory pricing through dermatologists, plastic surgeons and other aesthetic medicine professionals, and can plus be purchased online through www.histogenaesthetics.com.
About Histogen Aesthetics
Histogen Aesthetics LLC, established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Histogen, Inc., focuses on the development of skin, hair and nail care products for the plastic surgery, dermatology and cosmetic industries. Histogen Aesthetics products are based on Histogen’s core technology, in which newborn fibroblasts are grown in a proprietary simulated embryonic environment. From that process, Histogen Aesthetics extracts ReGenicaTM, a strange complex containing naturally secreted growth factors and other synergistic bio-products. ReGenica is currently available as a treatment in the areas of post-resurfacing and anti-aging, with a planned product portfolio addressing a range of skin, hair, and nail care
needs. For increasingly info about Histogen Aesthetics, please visit http://www.histogenaesthetics.com.
About Histogen
Histogen, launched in 2007, seeks to redefine regenerative medicine by developing a series of high- value products that do not contain embryonic stem cells or animal components. Through Histogen’s proprietary bioreactors that mimic the embryonic environment, newborn fibroblasts are encouraged to naturally produce the vital proteins and growth factors from which the Company has developed its rich product portfolio. Histogen has two product families – Exceltrix, Histogen’s human Extracellular Matrix (ECM) and ReGenicaTM, Histogen’s proprietary liquid formula. For increasingly data, please visit www.histogeninc.com.
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April 30th, 2009 at 09:32am
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Lavera Skin Care North America is offering its newly registered users a chance to win a 20th Anniversary Anti-Aging Gift Set - retail value $223.
“We want to get the word out to the general public that 60% of what they put on their skin is absorbed into their bodies. That’s why it’s so urgent to use all natural, chemical and petroleum free personal care products that are safe for our bodies and the environment. Not only are our products certified all natural, they’re biodegradable and cruelty-free as well,” says Ulrike Jacob, CEO of Lavera North America. The lucky winner will be receiving three of lavera’s premium biological anti-aging products, used by celebrities like Heidi Klum, Cameron Diaz and Goldie Hawn.
The 20th Anniversary Gift Set contains three LAVERE Anti-Aging customer favorites: the LAVERE Lifting Serum Hydro-Gel, LAVERE Hydro Sensation Energy Day Cream, and the LAVERE final Eye-Cream. New users registered within April 8th, 2009 and May 31st, 2009 are automatically entered for a chance to win. The winner will be drawn on June 3rd, 2009 and announced on Lavera.com. For official rules and to register for the giveaway visit: http://www.lavera.com/pages/subscribe.html
ABOUT LAVERA:
Since its founding 20 years ago, the Lavera grade (http://www.lavera.com) has grown to include increasingly than 300 natural and biological skin care products. Lavera anti-aging, makeup, skin care, sun protection and hair care products are currently sold in increasingly than 12,000 locations in 25 different countries. Lavera is the market leader in Europe for natural skin care with 27% of the market share in general health and beauty products and a 50% market share in sunscreen products. Lavera was recently awarded the title of “Greenest Beauty Brand” (http://www.lavera.com/pages/greenest_brand.html) by the prestigious OEKO-Test magazine in Germany, beating out 32 other companies. The North American Division was formed in the late 1990s and is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington.
Contact the North American Division by phone at 877-528-3721 ext 6 or, visit Lavera’s site at http://www.lavera.com. For product samples, please e mail press (at) lavera (dot) com.
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April 30th, 2009 at 09:23am
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Home Skinovations Ltd., represented by Madeline Johnson Marketing & Public Relations, http://www.mjmpr.com, continues to construct its breakthrough Silk’n sort of laser hair removal technology increasingly affordable and economical. Effective immediately, the manufactured suggested retail price of Silk’n has been reduced to $599, with a 60-day money back satisfaction guarantee. For increasingly knowledge on how to acquire Silk’n please see http://www.silkn.com.
Silk’n, available now for by one year, has a proven record of hair removal results, safety and user satisfaction. Clinical and consumer studies with Silk’n revealed that -
80% of users experienced noticeable hair loss after 3 months
90% preferred using Silk’n to visiting a spa or salon
90% said they would recommend Silk’n to a friend
90% described Silk’n as convenient, easy, useful and innovative
Silk’n is an FDA cleared device for domestic use that is safe, affordable, and physician dispensed. Using domestic Skinovations Ltd.’s domestic Pulsed Light (HPL) technology, Silk’n provides the results and benefits of physician proven laser hair removal in the convenience of ones own domestic. Users of Silk’n in controlled study groups have commented:
“I would recommend that product for the simple reason being it is easy to function. You can see results in no instance at all.”
“It works! It’s convenient & very cost effective.”
“I can treat a full leg in less than 30 minutes.”
“Since I have had such good results, I would energize my friends to buy the product.”
Home Skinovations Ltd. is a private company founded in Israel in June, 2006, with a mission to develop, manufacture and sell the safest and most effective home-use aesthetic devices and products. Its team of skilled scientists, engineers and trade executives have a successful and lengthy record of introducing innovative light-based and laser products to the global aesthetic devices market. The company’s patented domestic Pulsed Light technology (HPL) brings nearly two decades of advancements in light and laser technology together in the Silk’n make of light-based systems designed exclusively for safe and effective aesthetic treatments at domestic. Besides offering a superior solution for the removal of unwanted hair, HPL technology can treat a variety of other aesthetic applications such as skin rejuvenation and acne as well as cellulite, body shaping and tightening.
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April 30th, 2009 at 08:50am
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Believe it or not, it is actually possible to be too vigorous with a specific skin product or a bit by enthusiastic when scrubbing our various body parts.
The key is to read up and work out a daily regime that you can fit easily into your life style and does not break […]
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April 29th, 2009 at 06:36pm
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This 22 year old patient came to see me for hair loss she’s been experiencing for the past 2 years. She did all of the right things, saw two dermatologists, and received a total medical work-up for a variety of disease entities and vitamin deficiencies and was found to be normal. What I told her is as pursues:
- Obtain a new analysis for androgen sensitivity of her hair based upon a genetic test
- If she is sensitive to androgen, we might try her on an androgen blocker such … [visit site to read more]
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April 29th, 2009 at 05:32pm
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Hello,
For the past two weeks or so I have noticed that my hair is falling out a lot increasingly than usual. I recently started using a new acne face wash (it is not prescription) that is very strong. I plus am taking Wellbutrin for depression, but I have been on it for a few months already. plus, I had a hairloss phase in the past that I thought was related to high blood sugar and unhealthy eating habits, but I recently have lost 30 lbs. I do not know which of these factors, whether any, is … [visit site to read more]
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