Deep Dermal Heatings
Syneron Medical introduces the Matrix IR fractional applicator for use with the company’s eMax and eLaser systems. The Matrix IR combines fractional optical energy with radio frequency for deep dermal heating. The applicator provides maximum penetration for collagen remodeling so you can provide consistent, predictable results in the treatment of wrinkles. “The Matrix IR is a powerful tool for wrinkles, one of the most difficult problems for aesthetics treatments,” says Vince Afsahi, MD, South Coast Dermatology Institute, Newport Beach, California. “With the Matrix IR applicator, we’re able to achieve deep, predictable dermatological results.” The fractional technology utilized by the handpiece creates micro-thermal bands of heating while leaving surrounding tissue intact to promote faster healing so your clients experience less posttreatment downtime.

For more information call 866.259.6661 or visit www.syneron.com.

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Three Step Acne Care
Provide relief for acne and blemish-prone skin with the three-step Acne System from SkinMedica. Developed by Richard Fitzpatrick, MD, the system includes salicylic wash, acne treatment toner and benzoyl peroxide lotion. Used together, the products reduce breakouts and excess oil by decreasing the number of skin surface bacteria and comedones while promoting natural keratinization. Natural and therapeutic antiseptics help soothe skin for a clear complexion without dryness and irritation.

For more information call 760.448.3653 or visit www.skinmedica.com.

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Spa Light Therapy
Spas and medical spas can offer effective head-to-toe light therapies with the new Lumiére Spa from Lumiére. Designed specifically for spas, the portable system delivers a pure, uniform band of 633nm low-intensity red light through an array of carefully arranged light-emitting diodes (LED). Used in 20-minute sessions, Lumiére Spa stimulates collagen production anywhere on the body. The light therapy treatments are noninvasive, nonthermal and non-laser, allowing you to provide antiaging therapies to clients of any age without risk. The system provides optimal results when used in conjunction with Lumiére’s line of homecare topical treatments.

For more information call 800.743.8150 or visit www.lumierelight.com.

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Liquid Assets
The Sciton ProLipo employs fiber-delivered laser energy to target fatty tissue. Using the ProLipo module, physicians will be able to offer patients a minimally invasive treatment that ablates and liquefies fat deposits. Early clinical trials show promising outcomes. “We are encouraged by the results we are seeing with the ProLipo,” says Dr. Dale Koop, general manager for Sciton. “Our goal is to provide customers with superior cosmetic treatment alternatives without the risks, side effects and costs often associated with surgical procedures.” ProLipo received U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance for laser-assisted lipolysis in July and is now being readied for distribution. It requires no anesthesia and will ideally be used in combination with other proprietary treatments developed by Sciton.

For more information call 888.646.6999 or visit www.sciton.com.

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Peel Away Imperfections
The LHA-PEEL from La Roche-Posay helps you address a variety of skin imperfections including dull, rough or uneven skin tone, fine lines and brown spots in just 10 minutes. The 10% solution features an exclusive Lipo-
Alphahydroxy-Acid mix for effective, safe peeling over four to six sessions. The line includes LHA Cleansing Gel, Pre-Peel LHA Solution, LHA Serum and LHA-PEEL.

For more information call 888.577.5226 or visit www.laroche-posay.us.

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Fractional Rejuvenation
Spas can deliver the benefits of fractional laser technology to clients with the new Fraxel re:fine laser system from Reliant Technologies. Designed to provide superficial nonablative skin rejuvenation in the spa setting, the re:fine system targets and removes superficial UV damage while stimulating new collagen production. Like the original Fraxel, the re:fine uses fractional technology to target only a fraction of the skin at a time while leaving surrounding tissue intact for fast healing. The system includes Reliant’s Intelligent Optical Tracking system. “With the new Fraxel re:fine system, medical spas have a system designed for their patients,” says Eric Stang, president and CEO, Reliant Technologies. “It’s the ideal option for clients who want to erase the early onset of skin imperfections with improved texture and tone.”

For more information call 888.437.2935 or visit www.reliant-tech.com.

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Slim and Tan
Institut DERMed introduces Solare SlimRX, a combination self-tanner and contour cream, to tan and slim the body simultaneously. The paraben-free daily moisturizer features a tropical lemon scent. Carnitine Hydroxycitrate, an active slimming ingredient, improves skin elasticity; Niacin improves microcirculation; while FDA-approved DHA provides a gradual self-tan. The formulation also includes shea butter, olive squalane and aloe leaf to hydrate.

For more information call 866.433.7633 or visit www.idermedbody.com.

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Transdermal Delivery System
You can deliver high molecular weight drugs transdermally with the Transderm Ionto Meso System from Mattioli Engineering. Designed for practices that already have a microdermabrasion unit, the stand-alone device includes a Skin Impedance Monitor to measure the results of exfoliation. This feature was added to ensure the effective transdermal delivery of drugs up to 1 million daltons into the body, which can take place only in conjunction with a proper microdermabrasion treatment. The Transderm Ionto Meso System is the only system with FDA-clearance as an alternative to injections, including Botox and hyaluronic acid.

For more information call 877.628.8364 or visit www.mattioliengineering.com.

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Product Reviews

Special Delivery
The Parisian Peel EliteC Digital Ultrasound System from Aesthetic Technologies is specifically designed for the safe and effective delivery of topical rejuvenating agents in stand-alone and conjunctive skin therapies. Dual-frequency settings and interchangeable handpieces offer multiple treatment options for face and body.

Contact: 800.262.4412 or www.parisianpeel.com

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The Perfect Sculpture
The J’Vita CosMedic Group unveils the Beautytek System for face and body sculpting. The device passes a 60-600 micro amp electrical impulse through the body that stimulates mitochondria, balances the body’s ion grid, enhances bloodflow and metabolism, stimulates the lymphatic system and dehydrates and decomposes fatty tissues.

Contact: 866.945.8482 (J’Vita North American Head Office), 949.477.2838 (Skin Deep Medical regional distributor in California) or www.beautytek.com

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My Pod
Aerolase introduces two new portable, high-powered, air-cooled compact lasers, the LightPod Neo and the LightPod Era. The Neo is an Nd:YAG 1064nm unit for nonablative hair removal, vascular procedures, skin rejuvenation and other procedures. The Era is an erbium 2940nm laser designed for ablative skin resurfacing and other treatments for skin texture, such as removal of acne scars and wrinkles.

Contact: 914.345.8300 or www.aerolase.com

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You’re So Cool
ThermoTek introduces the ArTek Spot, a contact-cooling device designed to provide dermal cooling before and after light-based treatments. The device maintains the cooling head at 49º F without any ice or consumables and is indicated for use with IPLs, tattoo removals and injections.

Contact: 877.242.3232 or www.thermotekusa.com

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The Right Stuff
Mesoestetic USA unveils the Cosmelan Depigmentation Treatment designed to inhibit tyrosinase, a basic enzyme in the production of melanin. The formulation is effective on all types of melasma, chloasma and photodamage, and does not contain hydroquinone. Active ingredients include kojic acid, phytic acid, aloe and titanium dioxide.

Contact: 818.783.6881 or www.mesoesteticusa.com

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About Face
The Portrait Plasma Skin Regeneration (PSR) device from Rhytec delivers plasma energy deep into the dermis while leaving the skin surface intact for several days following treatment. The device is indicated for treating wrinkles, tightening skin, and improving skin texture and discoloration.

Contact: 888.4.RHYTEC or www.rhytec.com

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It’s Not Easy Being Green
Young Pharmaceuticals offers TeaDerma Green Tea Topical Antioxidant Solution to provide topical antioxidant and skin conditioning benefits. The gentle solvent and surfactant-containing vehicle help pads remove excess lipids, debris and soap residue following skin cleansing, while simultaneously leaving behind a film of the active polyphenol Epigallocatechin gallate.

Contact: 800.874.9686 or www.youngpharm.com

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Recognizing Diversity
ORIKI Cosmeceuticals introduces Firming Eye Serum, developed exclusively for Asian, Mediterranean, and Olive (AMO) skin tones. The serum is hypoallergenic and hydroquinone-free, helps diminish the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness around the eyes, and helps prevent discoloration and dark circles. Active ingredients include peptides, vitamin C and other brightening ingredients.

Contact: 800.88.ORIKI or www.oriki.com

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Steam Cleaner
Universal Companies introduces its medical autoclave, designed to eliminate cross-infection risk. The unit features single, one-step operation and is fully automatic. Electronic detectors shut off power if there is insufficient water and a mechanical interlock system prevents the lid from being removed while pressure remains in the chamber. It meets UL544 and CSA Class 8721 01 requirements.

Contact: 800.558.5571 or www.universalcompanies.com

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Go Faster
Bio-Therapeutic introduces five concentrated Accelerate skincare products that speed up and enhance skin function. Accelerate Repairing is for sensitive and environmentally damaged skin; Accelerate Brightening is for dark spots, freckles and pigmentation disorders; Accelerate Clearing is for seborrheic or oily skin; Accelerate Hydrating is for all skin types, and Accelerate Firming is for mature and dry skin.

Contact: 800.971.6438 or www.bio-therapeutic.com

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Art Décolletage
Sesha Skin Therapy introduces Active Recovery Neck & Décolletage Cream, which contains peptides Matrixyl and Agireline to help tighten fine lines and sagging skin on the neck and decolletage affected by gravity and sun damage. The cream incorporates essential vitamins and antioxidants to recover healthier, more supple skin, and is delivered with PET, the FDA-approved delivery system found in Sesha’s antiaging product lines.

Contact: 610.355.2454 or www.seshaskin.com

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Precious Gem
Raja Medical introduces the Sapphire3 medical skincare line, which includes Peptide Hydrating Serum. The serum is a hyaluronic, acid-based gel designed to enhance skin moisture and reduce signs of photoaging. The formulation includes Myristoyl hexapeptide-8 glycosaminoglycans and sodium chondroitin sulfate. It is noncomedogenic, water-based, oil- and fragrance-free.

Contact: 561.868.4600 or www.rajamedical.com

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Need Some Tissue?
Physicians Complex introduces Tissue Growth Factor skin care. Active ingredients include palmitoyl tripeptide-3 that mimics the body’s own mechanism to produce collagen; homeostatine, a seaweed and botanical extract that fights dryness and boosts elasticity; coconut endosperm to help new cells emerge uniformly, and soy protein, CQ-10 and squalene for wrinkle reduction.

Contact: 404.724.9978 or www.tissuegrowthfactor.com

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Lip Service

Thermage introduces Lips by Thermage, a new, noninvasive procedure to help smooth and tighten skin for fuller, more defined-looking lips and decreased fine lines. The device uses a monopolar capacitive radiofrequency technology to stimulate and tighten existing collagen as well as promote new collagen growth. Patients benefit from a single treatment with no downtime.

Contact: 510.259.7117 or www.thermage.com

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A Gentle Wave

The Light BioScience flagship device, the GentleWaves LED Photomodulation System, the first FDA-cleared, patented device to receive approval for the medical claim associated with cosmetic improvement of aging skin. The device uses amber-colored light, and its patented encoded pulsating lights reach the dermis to stimulate collagen production and slow its breakdown.

Contact: 888.647.6219 or www.lightbioscience.com

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Go Toward the Lite

Genesis Biosystems launched the Regenlite, a nonablative, pulsed dye laser. The device provides two modes of operation in one unit: the rejuvenation mode and the vascular mode. The rejuvenation mode is used to treat acne vulgaris, perform dermal remodeling and skin tightening, reduce lines and wrinkles, improve irregular pigmentation and stimulate collagen. The vascular mode is used to treat port wine stains, rosacea, telangiectasias, angiomas, psoriasis, warts and verrucas.

Contact: 888.577.7335 or www.genesisbiosystems.com

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The Long and Short of It
Light Age introduces the new Nd: YAG 1064nm Long Pulse Treatment Head for the Q-Clear Laser system. The device enables physicians and medical laser practitioners to treat telangiectasias, varicose veins and perform collagen-layer skin tightening. The new treatment head can output a variable spot size and pulse energies up to 20.7 J/cm2, and extends the capabilities of existing q-switched, Q-Clear Laser Systems.

Contact: 732.563.0600 or www.lightage.com

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