Archive for July, 2009
July 30th, 2009 at 09:39am
Under Products
Tupperware Brands’ BeautiControl’s annual event, Celebration!, will be held July 30th through Aug 1st in Grapevine, Texas at the Gaylord Texan Hotel and conference Center. The much anticipated annual conference focuses on education, inspiration, and motivation for the sales force, while additionally taking instance to recognize the past years successes of the company’s top achievers.
For increasingly than 25 years, the company has provided women with an unparalleled income opportunity by providing customers with a relaxing in-home spa experience and premier spa quality products at value pricing. In today’s high stress world and volatile economic conditions, that trade opportunity is increasingly compelling than ever before.
“During that year’s event, by $3 million in sought-after recognition and prizes will be awarded- including jewelry, vacation getaways, and career cars (car qualifiers have the option of selecting a Mercedes or any one of four Cadillac’s) to our committed and deserving sales team,” says BeautiControl President, Albert Bosch. “Our sales team is the cornerstone of success in our commerce.”
Celebration! brings together independent consultants from the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. that years’ event is marked by a special celebrity appearance to announce the partnership of BeautiControl’s W.H.O. Foundation (Women Helping Others) and Tupperware Brands’ Chain of Confidence movement to help women change their lives by finding their source of confidence.
“I am delighted to be here at Celebration and applaud the many strong, confident women being honored that weekend,” says Rick Goings, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Tupperware varietys Corporation. “It is my satisfaction to be a part of that event as we express our pride and gratitude for the outstanding achievements of these growing leaders and continue to support and nurture their entrepreneurial spirits.”
BeautiControl is a beauty company that specializes in Spa treatments, Personalized skin care and Advanced Anti-aging products (SPA) through a strange at-home spa experience with an unmatched income opportunity. The first half of 2009 has seen the launch of the company’s Instant Face Lift and Manicure Treatment which has revolutionized in-home skin-care treatments by delivering phenomenal spa quality results. Attendees of Celebration will get a first look at the hottest treatment in spa nowadays as a new product line is unveiled.
A subsidiary of Tupperware qualitys, Corporation, BeautiControl supports increasingly than 140,000 Independent Consultants who are building and living a life they love by sharing the opportunity, providing exclusive services, and revolutionary skin care, spa and cosmetic products with women all through the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada.
Tupperware types Corporation is a portfolio of global direct selling companies, selling premium innovative products across multiple qualitys and categories through an independent sales force of 2.4 million. Product qualitys and categories include design-centric preparation, storage and serving solutions for the kitchen and domestic through the Tupperware grade and beauty and personal care products for consumers through the Armand Dupree, Avroy Shlain, BeautiControl, Fuller Cosmetics, NaturCare, Nutrimetics, Nuvo and Swissgarde qualitys.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
July 30th, 2009 at 09:10am
Under Products
Getting ready for back to school means school supplies, new clothes, new shoes and looking your best for the first day. Green and eco friendly products are hot for back to school and so is natural skin care. Girls nowadays are green and natural savvy, demanding safer products free from chemicals that deliver results.
A September 2008 study by the Environmental Working Group revealed that teens may be unknowingly exposing themselves to hormone-disrupting chemicals during a critical stage of development. One company that is responding to growing consumer demand is Good For You Girls. Launched in 2008 by two Connecticut Mothers, Good For You Girls offers 100% natural and biological skin care products specifically formulated for the needs and characteristics of girls 9-15.
The Environmental Working Group’s study found sixteen chemicals linked to hormone disruption in the blood and urine of adolescent girls using common skin care products and cosmetics. Experts believe preteen and young teen girls may be particularly sensitive to even trace levels of such chemicals given the complex hormonal changes that take place during the transformation to adulthood.
“As mothers, we all try to protect our daughters from chemicals and toxins. It starts before they’re even born with careful lifestyle choices and the foods we eat,” says Good For You Girls co-founder Grace Hvasta-Petrarca. Most citizens don’t realize that even minute traces of chemicals can have adverse effects on a young bodies development.”
Inspiration for the product line came from the founders’ own experiences looking for products for their daughters. Having used only natural baby products, they wanted to continue the commitment when it came duration to show their daughters the proper way to take care of their faces. In researching existing natural skincare lines, they realized most products restricted additional ingredients that focused on anti-aging and were not right for young skin. Additionally, these products did not at all appeal to their daughters.
Good For You Girls is a 100% natural and biological skincare line specifically created to pamper and protect young skin. The companies Complete Skin Care Kit containing gel cleaner, toner and moisturizer has been a popular choice for girls looking to start a natural skin care routine without harmful or questionable ingredients. Products are formulated with biological extracts, nourishing vitamins and healing botanicals and are free from parabens, petrochemicals, sulfates, phthalates, dyes and irritants.
Good For You Girls products do increasingly than just protect from harmful chemicals, they help set up a lifetime of good habits. “We hope to empower girls to manufacture safe choices,” says co-founder Kim Grustas, “For moms, our products produce it easy for them to educate their daughters while making these habits fun to memorize in the process.”
The company plus makes an environmental commitment. Boxes are printed with soy inks and the bottles are recyclable. Good For You Girl products are vegan approved and cruelty free. Good For You Girls is a compact signer with The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and The Environmental Working Group and a member of The Natural Products organization.
To memorize increasingly about Good For You Girl products visit the company website at www.GoodForYouGirls.com or contact directly at 860-489-9912.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
July 30th, 2009 at 09:01am
Under Products
Of course, true beauty comes from within, but we can all benefit from a little boost from nature!
That’s why Sibu Beauty (www.sibubeauty.com) developed a revolutionary line of nutrient-rich, sea buckthorn berry-based topical products and nutritional supplements that revitalize, resume and replenish the skin to promote beauty from the inside out and external in.
Sea Buckthorn? What’s that?
The health benefits of sea buckthorn berries have been well documented, backed by scores of scientific studies demonstrating its ability to improve hair, nail and skin tone and texture, digestive wellness and healthy aging.
The sea buckthorn berry is an unsurpassed source of Omega-3, 6 and 9 and is additionally a rich source of the elusive fundamental fatty acid Omega-7, a naturally occurring component of healthy skin, hair and nails that keep free radicals at bay and is an fundamental fatty acid vital to the production of collagen.
Sibu Beauty’s four-part beauty system includes a beauty drink, dietary supplement and facial products that are based on the sea buckthorn berry, a distinctive, robust whole food source.
Products in the spa-grade Sibu Beauty system include:
- Revitalize & resume beauty drink: loaded with fundamental omega fatty acids 3, 6 and 9, as well as omega 7 fatty acids, a rare and vital component for healthy hair, skin and nails ($29.95 for 25.35 fl. oz)
- Cellular Support antioxidant & omega 7 complex gel caps: soft gel supplement dense in the elusive omega 7 complex that nourishes and protects the body and promotes healthy hair, nails and skin from the inside out ($29.95 for 60 soft gels)
- Repair & Protect facial cream: contains the fatty acid omega 7 to help boost collagen production and create a barrier to moisturize, rejuvenate, repair and protect the skin ($19.95 for 1 fl. oz)
- Cleanse & Detox facial soap: cleanses and moisturizes while repairing the skin and creating a protective barrier against UV rays and cell-damaging free radicals ($5.95 for 3.5 oz bar)
Each of the products in the Sibu Beauty system are 100 percent natural, contain no preservatives, dairy, wheat, gluten, sodium or yeast and are plus paraben-free and cruelty-free. Sibu Beauty products are manufactured using only wild harvested sea buckthorn berries that are sourced through a fair trade agreement with local harvesters in Tibet to promote a healthy and safe work environment.
The entire line is packaged in compliance with standards set forth by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), a non-profit organization that is devoted to encouraging the responsible management of the world’s forests. Trusted environmental organizations including Greenpeace, National Wildlife Federation, The Nature Conservancy, Sierra Club, and the World Wildlife Fund all support and inspire FSC certification.
“We believe that beauty comes from the inside out and employ the same beliefs in our trade practices,” says Bruce McMullin, founder of Sibu Beauty. “As we keep our customers looking and feeling younger and increasingly beautiful with our nutrient-rich beauty systems, we plus strive to respect the earth’s fragile resources and the public responsible for making our products. Our gift back to nature is exercising great care to have little affect on our planet, while practicing in fair trade policies with the villagers who harvest our products.”
Sibu Beauty products can be purchased online at http://store.sibubeauty.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=20 or can be found in the aisles of many main retailers including Whole Foods Markets, Akins Natural Food, Chamberlin’s Market, Sprouts, New Seasons and soon, Sunflower Markets.
For increasingly news updates, knowledge and special offers, follow Sibu Beauty on Twitter @sibu_beauty and become a Facebook fan at http://www.facebook.com/sibubeauty.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
July 30th, 2009 at 08:56am
Under Skin Care
When planning for your prom night there is much to consider, assuming that you have already chosen who will be your escort, now all you have to concern about is yourself.
What you wear will probably be the dress that you fall in love with and cannot affect to leave on the rail.
Next [...]
Original post by admin4
By
July 29th, 2009 at 06:35pm
Under Hair Loss
I have been losing my hair since i was about 17 and a half and i have found it deeply depressing and i am sick of the smell of hairspray! I was just wanting some helpful advice …
I have been taking Propecia for about 4 months and i am yet to notice any results and i am beginning to consider but as i am only 18 i will probably be denied such treatment. I just want something to tide me by until hair cloning is made public. Do you have any view when that may be?
Any Advice … [visit site to read more]
Original post by William Rassman, MD
By
July 29th, 2009 at 05:33pm
Under Hair Loss
My hair density has decreased since I have started that medicine. Even my front hairline started decreasing. I masturbate 2-3 times a week. Is that loss permanent? What should I eat to decrease my DHT level. propose me some food not medicine plz. thank you.
Not certain why you would include your masturbatory habits with the hair question. Masturbation does not cause hair loss, regardless of how many times you might’ve heard that myth.
There is no specific diet that … [visit site to read more]
Original post by William Rassman, MD
By
July 29th, 2009 at 01:41pm
Under Hair Facts
That’s a pretty big step young man. It takes a lot of courage to realize the dream is by and it’s instance to shave your dome. What you need to realize is under all your thinning hair might be an even uglier scalp. additionally, you need to reevaluate the reason you want to go the [...]
Original post by Dan
By admin
July 29th, 2009 at 01:35pm
Under Hair Loss
lol Dr. Rassman,you say that masturbation has no effect on mpb but thereupon how do you explain that when i stop masturbation for 3 days,my hair feels and looks stronger and thicker and the longer i dont masturbat,the better it gets..but when i do masturbate,my hair looks and feels weaker and thinner..you asked for a controlled study,im your controlled study..my father is bald,my brother balded so im geneticaly set for mpb but using undoubtful methods and limiting masturbation to a … [visit site to read more]
Original post by William Rassman, MD
By
July 29th, 2009 at 01:00pm
Under Products
Although acne traditionally has been considered a disease of teenagers, it is additionally extremely common in adult women. Studies show that acne affects increasingly than 50 percent of women within the ages of 20-29 and increasingly than 25 percent of women within the ages of 40-49 (1). In fact, after age 20, women are far increasingly likely to report having acne than men. While there is no cure for acne, dermatologists are finding that hormonal therapies can help some women fight bothersome acne that occurs in adulthood.
At the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy assembly 2009 in Boston, dermatologist Bethanee J. Schlosser, M.D., Ph.D., FAAD, assistant professor of dermatology and director of the Women’s Skin Health Program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, discussed the most widely used hormonal therapies available for women with acne and the best candidates for that type of treatment.
Factors that contribute to the formation of acne include excess oil gland production, skin inflammation, abnormal maturation of skin cells lining the hair follicle and an increased number of the acne-causing bacteria Propionibacterium acnes. However, hormones additionally influence both oil gland production and the maturation of skin cells thereby contributing to the formation of acne lesions. For example, when androgens (the male hormones present in both men and women) over-stimulate the oil glands and hair follicles in the skin, hormonal acne flares can occur.
“Women by the age of 20 may experience worsening of their acne or a change in the nature of their acne. that can include increased lesions on the lower one-third of the face (including the jaw line and upper neck), pre-menstrual flares, and resistance to oral antibiotics and other traditional acne therapies,” said Dr. Schlosser. “For these women, hormonal therapy in the style of combination oral contraceptives and/or anti-androgen medications, such as spironolactone, flutamide and dutasteride that work by reducing the activity of the male hormone testosterone, may supply meaningful benefit.”
Dr. Schlosser famous that the use of hormonal therapies for acne, including combination oral contraceptives, requires careful screening of patients. For example, there are many contraindications (or factors that increase the risks of a specific medication) that must be considered before hormonal therapy is prescribed for treating acne. Such contraindications for combination oral contraceptives include a personal history of breast cancer, heart attack or stroke, uncontrolled high blood pressure, migraines with neurological symptoms, or abnormal vaginal bleeding, to name a few. Dermatologists will review these factors with patients to determine whether hormonal acne therapy poses any potential risks for patients.
Based on a physical examination, a patient’s medical history and the success or failure of previously prescribed acne treatments, dermatologists may recommend hormonal therapy to enhance the results of acne treatment in women. Hormonal therapy in the style of combination oral contraceptive pills has been shown to help treat both inflammatory acne lesions (the papules, pustules and painful nodules under the skin), and non-inflammatory acne lesions (blackheads and whiteheads). Dr. Schlosser suggests that hormonal therapy should not be used in isolation but instead recommends that combination oral contraceptives or anti-androgen medications be used in conjunction with topical retinoids for optimal results.
While there are many types of oral contraceptives available that can be used to treat acne in women, three combination oral contraceptive pills have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of acne. All combination oral contraceptives contain an estrogen (ethinyl estradiol for most contraceptive pills) and a progestin. The estrogen component decreases the production of testosterone and other androgens by the ovaries and decreases the amount of active testosterone in the body.
Some progestins may actually mimic the activity of testosterone on the oil gland and thereby worsen acne. Therefore, Dr. Schlosser primarily recommends oral contraceptives that contain one of the following progestins: norgestimate, desogestrel, or drospirenone, all of which demonstrate low or no risk of increasing the activity of the testosterone receptor.
“Combination oral contraceptives can be very favourable in the treatment of acne in appropriately selected women, and several different oral contraceptives have been shown to be effective in clinical studies,” said Dr. Schlosser. “But the treatment of acne with combination oral contraceptives needs to be targeted to each patient’s individual needs, and patients should be monitored regularly to ensure the safety and effectiveness of their specific therapy.”
Dr. Schlosser cautioned that improvement of acne with hormonal therapy does not occur overnight and requires at least three months of continual use before a judgment about effectiveness should be made. In many cases, patients need to continue using oral contraceptives to sustain their results by moment. However, some patients can stop hormonal therapy and preserve clear skin with the regular use of a topical retinoid.
“For many women with adult-onset acne, combination hormonal therapy can supply excellent results,” added Dr. Schlosser. “Women who think they might be good candidates should discuss their options with their dermatologist who can offer a customized treatment regimen and continual monitoring to ensure optimal results.”
For increasingly info, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
July 29th, 2009 at 12:57pm
Under Products
As we age, brown spots and splotchy skin are all too often a fact of life. But for public with darker skin, changes in pigmentation can occur without warning at any age and can be very difficult to treat. Fortunately, dermatologists can help humans with skin of color diagnose and treat bothersome pigmentation problems.
At the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy assembly 2009 in Boston, dermatologist Jonith Y. Breadon, M.D., FAAD, co-chair of Dermasurgery at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, discussed pigmentation problems that occur increasingly frequently in darker-skinned patients and how early diagnosis is key to stopping the progression of these skin conditions.
“Even though folks with skin of color have less moles and experience less premature aging from the sun than lighter-skinned individuals, in some ways their darker pigmentation makes their skin increasingly vulnerable to other skin problems,” said Dr. Breadon. “While these skin discolorations can be stubborn, there are treatments that offer noticeable improvement.”
Hyperpigmentation
One of the most common pigmentation problems in darker-skinned individuals is hyperpigmentation (or the darkening of the skin). normally the outcome of some type of inflammation or injury to the skin, such as a cut, burn or scrape, hyperpigmentation produces darkened areas of the skin that can final months or years. Even healed acne lesions can leave permanent dark spots in darker-skinned society that, in some cases, can be increasingly distressing than the original acne.
Dr. Breadon famous that treatments for hyperpigmentation are based on whether or not the dark areas are confined to the surface of the skin or whether they have penetrated to the deeper layers of the skin. For superficial dark spots, a prescription topical medication consisting of hydroquinone, retinoic acid and gentle hydrocortisone can be effective in fading skin discoloration. Deeper dark areas require an in-office surgical procedure, such as dermabrasion, chemical peels, or microdermabrasion with an infusion of hydroquinone solution. In patients with lighter skin, intense pulsed light (IPL) or one of the pigmented lasers could be considered.
“Patients with any type of hyperpigmentation problem need to use a sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) regularly – the higher SPF the better,” said Dr. Breadon. “There is no cure for that condition, so even when patients experience clearing, it can come back. For most patients, I normally recommend a three-month topical regimen soon after long-term maintenance with a sunscreen.”
Melasma
Often referred to as the “mask of pregnancy,” melasma is a skin condition marked by brown patches on areas such as the face, neck and arms that most often affects dark-skinned humans and women in specific. Many dermatologists have lengthy believed that there may be a hormonal component to melasma, and a recently published study found that there were an increased number of estrogen receptors in areas where patients developed melasma.
For that reason, Dr. Breadon advises patients with melasma to consider stopping oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy due to the large amount of estrogens in these medications. Regular sunscreen use is vital to protect the skin from further hyperpigmentation.
With melasma, the skin can be affected in three different ways: on the epidermis (superficial layer), in the dermis (deep layer) or a mixture of both the epidermis and dermis. Dermatologists use a light device known as the Woods lamp, which shows skin diseases as specific colors, to determine how deep melasma has penetrated the skin.
For superficial melasma, the triple cream combination of hydroquinone, retinoic acid and gentle hydrocortisone with regular sunscreen use can be effective, with clearance occurring in about three months for most patients. Dr. Breadon famous that cases where melasma has penetrated the dermis are very difficult to treat and the combination triple cream medication will not be effective in these patients. However, some patients may experience improvement with microdermabrasion, dermabrasion, chemical peels or lasers. In cases where both the epidermis and the dermis are involved, the triple cream medication may offer some improvement for some patients.
“Melasma is tough to define, as it can occur in women during or after pregnancy or in women who have never been pregnant or used oral contraceptives,” said Dr. Breadon. “While lasers can be effective, there are risks of further hyperpigmentation and results differ greatly from person to person. Dermatologists can help patients decide the best course of treatment, depending on the severity of the condition.”
Lichen Planus
Lichen planus is a common inflammatory disease of the skin and the mouth that is characterized by a rash of round, or oval, violet-colored lesions. While lichen planus can affect citizens of all races and genders, it is increasingly pronounced in society with darker skin since, as the lesions heal, the affected skin can develop very dark, leopard-looking spots.
When caught early, steroid injections are used to reduce the inflammation thereby minimizing hyperpigmentation. However, whether the condition progresses before it can be treated and dark spots seem, Dr. Breadon explained that the triple cream topical medication, gentle or systemic steroids, or lasers can be used with varying degrees of success to try to lighten the darkened areas of the skin.
“Detecting lichen planus early can prepare all the difference within spots that heal without hyperpigmentation and spots that are extremely pronounced and do not fade on their own,” said Dr. Breadon. “That’s why it is critical that folks who experience an unexplained rash see their dermatologist immediately for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Ashy Dermatosis
Another skin condition that affects folks of color, and particularly African-Americans, is ashy dermatosis. While the cause of ashy dermatosis is unknown, it generally starts as a flat, dark grayish-brown rash that appears bi-laterally (or on both sides of body, such as both arms or both legs).
Ashy dermatosis closely resembles a condition known as fixed drug eruption, which causes the same type of pigmentation problem and is the outcome of an allergy to a food, medication or workplace trigger. For example, one of Dr. Breadon’s patients with that type of rash noticed a flare when she would consume a specific sugar substitute – which was eventually identified as the trigger.
“Based on my evaluation of many cases of ashy dermatosis and fixed drug eruption, my theory is that these two conditions are actually one in the same,” said Dr. Breadon. “That’s why I think it is so urgent to identify the trigger, as that can help alleviate the rash and prevent its spread. I boost my patients to keep a food diary or a list of any medications or items with which they come into contact to see whether we can identify the source of the problem.”
Dr. Breadon famous that ashy dermatosis and fixed drug eruption can be very difficult to treat. A compound lotion of salicylic acid, a mid-potency steroid and hydroquinone can offer gradual clearing. Regular use of sunscreen with a high SPF additionally is highly recommended to avoid further hyperpigmentation.
“It is crucial for humans with darker skin to be aware of any changes in their skin and to see a dermatologist at the first sign of anything strange,” said Dr. Breadon. “Dermatologists not only can diagnose and supply the best treatment options for a specific pigmentation problem, but additionally can rule out a serious condition, such as skin cancer.”
Headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. With a membership of increasingly than 16,000 physicians worldwide, the Academy is committed to: advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails. For increasingly knowledge, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
July 29th, 2009 at 12:52pm
Under Products
Despite having access to some of the best health care in the world, many Americans with the most common style of eczema, known as atopic dermatitis, have sought relief from “alternative medicines.” However, dermatologists caution that patients seeking alternative treatments to alleviate symptoms of that common, chronic, inflammatory skin disease marked by red, itchy rashes, risk developing increasingly severe symptoms by delaying treatment.
At the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy assembly 2009 in Boston, dermatologist Peter A. Lio, M.D., FAAD, assistant professor of dermatology and pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, discussed why eczema patients try alternative therapies and how assured therapies used in conjunction with clinically tested medical treatments could hold promise in further improving the condition.
“Part of the difficulty in understanding why society seek alternative medicine lies in defining that term,” said Dr. Lio. “Broadly speaking, it encompasses treatments such as acupuncture, homeopathy and holistic medicine external of the scheme of medicine taught in most U.S. medical schools. But society use the term for anything from chicken soup to any lotion or potion sold on the Net to a new dietary supplement. Unfortunately, a great deal of snake oil can hide under the umbrella of alternative medicine.”
Dr. Lio believes there are two main reasons that patients try alternative therapies for eczema. The first reason is that since the cause of eczema is not fully understood nor why it occurs in some humans and not others, treatments are based on controlling the symptoms rather than fixing the root cause. Secondly, an increasing number of patients are looking for natural non-medical therapies that do not pose the known side effects of some of the traditional medications.
However, many non-medical therapies, particularly herbal treatments, marketed for treating eczema are not governed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or any agency, and contaminants could cause health problems or drug interactions could occur when used with other medications.
“The biggest risk posed by alternative medicines is worsening symptoms due to delayed treatment. In my practice, most of my patients have used some design of alternative therapy, but largely with little or no measurable improvement,” said Dr. Lio. “In fact, one large-scale study found increasingly than half of the eczema patients participating reported using one or increasingly forms of alternative medicine for their disease. The study concluded that the majority of patients reported no improvement or even worsening of their condition after using these alternative treatments.”
While topical corticosteroids (the mainstay in the treatment of eczema), antibacterial agents, topical calcineurin inhibitors and moisturizers are among the most effective medical treatments dermatologists prescribe to treat eczema, Dr. Lio suggested positive alternative therapies may be favourable for some patients, perhaps by reducing stress.
For example, studies show that physical or emotional stress can worsen atopic dermatitis, and one study concluded that stress directly slows the healing of the skin barrier – or its protective outer layer. In another study, psychosocial stress and sleep deprivation were found to disrupt skin barrier function in healthy patients.
“It is possible that some forms of alternative medicine, such as hypnosis and acupuncture, may help eczema patients by reducing stress,” said Dr. Lio. “The areas of stress reduction and behavior modification are promising and deserve further exploration as a means to complement traditional medical therapies.”
In his practice, some of Dr. Lio’s patients report improvement in their condition with acupuncture, but there are no scientific studies examining that potential benefit. Currently, Dr. Lio is trying to initiate a study on the effects of acupuncture on eczema patients at his institution to examine why acupuncture reportedly benefits some patients but not others.
“I think it is urgent for patients to inform their dermatologist whether they are using alternative therapies, as some could cause dangerous drug interactions with traditional medicine,” said Dr. Lio. “I always tell my patients that the fact that there are thousands of alternative treatments for eczema suggests that not one of them works really well. But whether patients are committed to trying alternative medications, they should refer their dermatologist and not forgo their recommended medical regimen.”
For increasingly knowledge, contact the Academy at 1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
July 29th, 2009 at 11:35am
Under Hair Loss
Note the importance of buying legit Propecia from a real pharmacy!!
Couple years old but a UK Press Release about fake Propecia rings true nowadays.
Press release: Counterfeit medicines gang convicted
Thanks for sending that in. Yes, it is from late 2007, but it goes to show that counterfeit Propecia does exist and is a problem. One crackdown (no matter how large it was) … [visit site to read more]
Original post by William Rassman, MD
By
July 29th, 2009 at 09:50am
Under Products
Say goodbye to melting makeup … and hello to gorgeous! Makeup artist to the stars, Mally Roncal, and actress and best-selling author, Tori Spelling, are teaming up with Q-tips cotton swabs, the final beauty tool, to reveal their beauty secrets to rescue women from summer makeup meltdown.
Spelling is stepping into the window of Macy’s Herald Square nowadays, where she will unveil the new Q-tips Vanity Packs – stylish Q-tips dispensers that are finally appealing sufficient to sit on countertops, helping rescue the beauty routines of women everywhere. Women in New York City and across the country can visit choose Macy’s for free makeovers and a free sample of the Q-tips vanity pack all summer lengthy.
“I, like many women, look for convenient, affordable beauty tools that can simplify my beauty routine and quickly touch-up any makeup mishaps,” says Spelling. “Q-tips cotton swabs have rescued me from smeared mascara so many times so I’m thrilled about the new pretty packs – they’re perfect for my vanity area and easy to have on-hand whether I’m getting ready for a play term or the red carpet.”
Makeup wearing women have an average of 19 beauty products cluttering their vanity – from makeup brushes to applicators — according to a survey commissioned by Q-tips cotton swabs. And, no matter what the economy holds, women are still in search of the perfect beauty tool. Women who wear makeup would be willing to spend an average of $24 for one beauty tool that could right all makeup blunders.
“Women clean out their closets every season, so why not their makeup areas?” says Roncal. “Every beauty routine should start with a beautiful, clutter-free vanity area or bathroom countertop with only the beauty essentials you really need. That’s why makeup artists rely on Q-tips to rescue their routines – they are an affordable beauty tool (around three dollars for the new pack) and perfect for applying, blending and touching up makeup every day.”
Women everywhere can visit www.qtips.com to enter for a chance to win* a “VIP Beauty Rescue,” which includes a New York City beauty shopping spree, total with a personal stylist. At the website, they can plus find out where to get their free “summer beauty rescue” makeover and free sample of the new Q-tips Vanity Pack.
Mally’s Top Summer Rescue Tips
Rescue Your Vanity Area
- Simplify your space and stick to five beauty essentials: one of Q-tips four new attractively designed Vanity Packs (a must-have for any vanity area for makeup application, touch-ups or removal), tinted moisturizer, a multi-purpose makeup stick for eyes, cheeks and lips, concealer and one tube of mascara.
Make a Splash with Smokin’ Eyes
- Create a colorful smoky eye by trading black eyeliner and grey eye shadows for striking shades of purple or jade green. Use a Q-tips cotton swab to gently apply color on the eyelid for a sheer effect. To total the look, apply eyeliner to the lash line and smudge with a Q-tips cotton swab – perfect for precision in the eye area.
- Rescue Tip: Don’t distress about buying expensive makeup brushes or having to wash them regularly to avoid mixing colors, just use Q-tips cotton swabs instead – they are affordable, biodegradable and packaging is 100% recyclable** so you can use once and toss!
Pucker Up for Summer
- A sheer coral lip is one of the hottest looks for the season. To keep your pout looking light and natural, be certain to ditch the lip liner. Create the illusion of a fuller lip by using a Q-tips cotton swab to apply a dab of iridescent lip gloss to the middle of your pout.
- Rescue Tip: Avoid bleeding lip color by dipping a Q-tips cotton swab into translucent powder and thereupon applying along the outer edge of lips.
Eliminate Runaway Makeup
- Hot summer temperatures can cause mascara and eye shadow to smear and smudge. Keep your face looking fresh by using Q-tips cotton swabs to quickly eliminate runaway makeup – they are made with 100% cotton and have increasingly cotton at the tip than any other cotton swab*** so they are gentle decent for the fragile eye area.
- Rescue Tip: Use a Q-tips cotton swab to swipe absent any mascara that has run under the eyes or concealer that has caked up on the face without having to reapply all your makeup.
Avoid “Makeup Meltdown” with New Q-tips Vanity Packs
Q-tips cotton swabs are The final Beauty Tool to help rescue any beauty routine, vanity area and beauty budget. Made from 100% pure cotton and with increasingly cotton at the tip than any other swab,*** Q-tips are soft, gentle and an affordable alternative to expensive makeup brushes so you can get gorgeous without breaking the bank! Q-tips new Vanity Packs are offered in a 285-count package in four fabulous colors, including purple, blue, red or yellow (SRP: $3.19) and are available at food, drug and mass retailers nationwide. Q-tips are plus available in a wide variety of packages, including a 30-count Purse Pack (SRP: $0.99), perfect for on-the-go makeup touch-ups anytime, anywhere.
ShareThis
Original post by Sandy
By
Next Posts
Previous Posts
