News
February 28, 2008
With today’s consumer demanding more effective, less aggressive, drug-free skin treatments with no down-time, Omnilux is rewriting the rule books. More than 3,300 physicians worldwide use Omnilux light therapy in their practice, and now the consumer has the chance to bring this cutting edge technology into their home.
Freeport, NY—February 4, 2008—AGI Dermatics, the bio-pharmaceutical laboratory that pioneered DNA research for skin care, will introduce four innovative products to the Remergent line: Advanced Retinol Therapy (1% retinol), Progressive Retinol Complex (0.4% retinol), Clarifying Concentrate2 and Complete Cleanser.
PhotoMedex, Inc. today announced the signing of a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Photo Therapeutics for $13 million in cash at closing, and up to an additional $7 million.
NeoStrata today announced findings from an ongoing 12-week study that demonstrates benefits of a novel topically applied LCD (coal tar) solution (Psorent™) versus calcipotriol cream (Dovonex®) in treatment of moderate plaque psoriasis. Specifically, results of an interim analysis reveal the LCD solution is outperforming calcipotriol cream in achieving improvement of psoriasis symptoms (PASI 75) and is significantly better in reducing redness/irritation at both the 2- and 12-week point.
The American Academy of Dermatology is holding the Summer Academy Meeting 2008, its annual summer scientific meeting, in Chicago, July 30 - August 3, 2008, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 West Wacker Drive. World-renowned leaders in the field of dermatology are presenting information on the latest research in the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair and nail conditions. Anticipated attendance is more than 4,000.
Eleme Medical Inc. announced today that Gary D. Hall, MD, will be the first Kansas City plastic surgeon to offer the SmoothShapes® system for longer-lasting cellulite treatment at Rajeunir Medical Spas in Leawood, Lee's Summit and Northland Kansas City.
Designed to treat smaller areas on the body, such as the neck, jowls and chin, CoolTouch Inc.’s CoolLipo is an advanced technology that tightens skin while it eliminates fat during a procedure called laser-assisted lipolysis.
BENEV Company Inc. announces the release of three new skin serums based on the latest biotechnological research into the skin healing and anti-aging effects of growth factors: Growth Factor Rejuvenating Complex, Growth Factor Brightening Complex, and Growth Factor Body Care Complex. These concentrated serums are designed to be used with electroporation, inotophoresis, and transepidermal delivery systems that include topical applications so that the complexes penetrate deeply into the skin for maximum interaction with skin cells.
CLRS Technology has announced a series of corporate milestones in anticipation of FDA clearance for CLARO, the company's innovative at-home acne treatment device. Key business developments include the appointment of a senior marketing executive, expansion of the Board of Directors, commencement of clinical studies and receipt of a design patent.
La Roche-Posay recently hosted dermatologist, plastic surgeon, and nurse/aesthetician industry leaders at the La Roche-Posay headquarters in La Roche-Posay, France. The four-day trip included presentations of clinical studies and research conducted by La Roche-Posay, as well as insights on new product developments and innovations.
