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Introductions |
 Star Power
Palomar introduces the new StarLux 500, a major upgrade of its flagship StarLux Laser and Pulsed Light System. The new platform features 70% more power, increased functionality and higher treatment speeds. The 500 is capable of achieving higher peak and average power for greater efficacy with increased contact cooling for added safety and comfort. The platform supports the same suite of existing StarLux handpieces and two new handpieces that can be operated only on the new device because of higher power requirements. “The StarLux 500 will again raise the bar in our industry for performance, capability, reliability and safety. In addition, the launch of four new handpieces, with more to come, demonstrates our commitment to providing the most reliable, cost-effective, expandable aesthetic system available,” says Joseph P. Caruso, StarLux CEO.
For more information visit palomarmedical.com or call 800.725.6627.
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 Collagen Activator
Kintech USA announces Enspri Collagen Activator Gel, an effective delivery agent for Enspri’s 100% pure collagen powder. The hydrating gel mixes easily with the powder to create a lightweight, refreshing facial mask that’s high in antioxidants and other beneficial ingredients, including aloe vera, cucumber fruit extract, green tea extract and vitamins A, C and E.
Visit enspri.biz or call 877.ENSPRI-4.
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 Losing the Blue
Reliant Technologies debuted the Fraxel SR 1500 Laser at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting in February. Changes to the Fraxel included FDA clearance for treatment energies up to 70 mJ, the deepest penetration of any fractional skin resurfacing device. The device is now capable of creating superheated lesions from 300 microns to 1400 microns deep into the dermis. The roller tip has been ergonomically redesigned for ease of use; it provides greater control and prevents slipping on the skin surface. Last but not least, second-generation Optical Tracking software eliminates the need to apply OptiGuide Blue contrast agent. All and all, the new device means faster, safer, more cost-effective treatments.
For more information visit reliant-tech.com or call 888.437.2935.
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 Affirm Workstation Adds Deep Heating
Cynosure has added a 1320 nm wavelength Nd:YAG laser to its Affirm workstation. “The Affirm now incorporates three energy sources and provides a versatile, flexible and cost-effective product for our customers,” says Cynosure president and CEO Michael Davin. “The Affirm can now deliver a deep-heating component for tissue tightening as a result of tissue coagulation, which complements the current 1440 nm Nd:YAG laser for fractional microrejuvenation and the Xenon Pulsed Light system for discoloration.”
For more information visit cynosure.com or call 800.886.2966.
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 Renewing Current
The NuFace hand-held microcurrent device allows users to lift and firm facial tissue in the comfort of their own homes in less than five minutes a day. By delivering a gentle microcurrent to the cells, NuFace by Skin Star restores natural balance, diminishes minor lines and wrinkles, and restores tone to facial muscles. The compact, easy-to-use device comes in a kit with Optimizing Mist (5% hyaluronic acid, 40% aloe vera), Derma-Gel and an instructional DVD.
For more information visit nuface.net or call 888.360.9171.
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 Ageless Acne Care
AcneRecovery System from Trienelle Skincare offers custom skin care for acne sufferers of all ages. Users can select an appropriate strength based on their skin’s sensitivity, their responsiveness to treatment and the severity of their acne. The three-product system—cleanser, day lotion and night lotion—contains a gentler, extended release type of benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and several effective botanicals and nutrients, including green tea extract, olive leaf extract, bisabolol, retinol, tocopherols and allantoin.
For more information visit acnerecovery.com or call 800.539.5195.
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 Collagen Synthesis Skin Care
New from Neo Plus Skin Care Technology is a breakthrough in collagen synthesis skin care. Cellasis, a two-step luxury regimen, promotes collagen and elastin synthesis, restoring elasticity, firmness and tone, volume, density, hydration, luminosity and clarity to aging skin. Key active ingredients include palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 (Matrixyl, 5%), Nuteline cellular biostimulator, Phytokine cutaneous firmness restoring agent, oligopeptide-20 (Pepha-Timp) human tissue inhibitor of MMPs, Ameliox liposomal antioxidant complex and malachite extract.
For complete information on active ingredients and clinical studies visit neoplusskincare.com or call 212.585.3323.
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 Essential Resource
The 2007 Spa Resource Book is now available from Universal Companies. The largest catalog ever, it features hundreds of new and exciting items, as well as many old favorites. Universal has restructured the table of contents this year, organizing products by treatment categories and making it easier to find what you need for any treatment type. Many offerings are exclusive to Universal Companies, which celebrates its silver anniversary this year. “Our passion has always been to provide products and services that help the owners and operators of spas succeed in their businesses,” says founder and CEO Marti Morenings.
For a free 2007 Spa Resource Catalog call 800.558.5571 or visit universalcompanies.com for more information.
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Product Reviews |
 For Daily Use
SkinMedica introduces TNS Ultimate Daily Moisturizer, that assists the body’s natural processes in fighting environmentally induced aging. The moisturizer contains moisturizing and rejuvenating ingredients of red algae, soy and yeast extracts, olive and fruit oils, shea butter and ceramides, and antiaging NouriCel-MD (a proprietary cocktail of multiple human growth factors). It restores the skin’s moisture barrier functions, helps repair environmental damage, improves firmness and resiliency, provides hydration and antioxidant protection, and diminshes free radicals associated with skin irriation.
Contact: (877) 944-1412 or www.skinmedica.com
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 Hands Down
Thermage presents its latest treatment in the suite of Body by Thermage procedures: Hands by Thermage. Partnered with the newly issued 1.5cm2 ST Therma Tip that provides a shallow heating profile which focuses RF energy in the skin’s dermal layer, Hands by Thermage delivers uniform volumetric heating to tighten existing collagen and stimulate new collagen growth. Patients benefit from a single treatment with little or no downtime.
Contact: 510.259.7117 or www.thermage.com
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 Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
Young Pharmaceuticals introduces KojiLac-Ci Dual-Action Dark Circle Treatment. The formulation contains Chrysin, H-Hydroxysuccinimide and Vitamin K to combat the the appearance of hemoglobin accumulation, and Kojic acid ester, Arbutin and Rumex extract to brighten pigmented skin.
Contact: 860.529.7919 or www.youngpharm.com
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 Just a Courtesy Call
Transmedia offers the Appointment Reminder, which automatically calls patients as many as five times if it receives a busy signal or no answer. The system addresses patients by name, gives them the option to confirm or reschedule appointments and offers the physician the option to include customized instructions for patients and is HIPAA compliant. Accounts can also be managed online.
Contact: 478.475.9866 or www.transmediaweb.com
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 Silver, Gold and Platinum
Bio-Therapeautic introduces TechniCeuticals, consisting of Platinum Peptide serum, Invisible Expression Relaxing Serum, Invisible Expression Relaxing Cream and Restore essential eye cream. The line’s active ingredients include Palmitoyl-Peptapeptide-3, Acetyl-Hexapeptide-3 and Hyaluronic Acid to repair, renew and protect the skin against aging.
Contact: 800.971.6438 or www.bio-therapeutic.com
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 Made in the Shade
Abella Skin Care introduces its Solar Shade SPF 45 UVA/UVB oil-free sunblock for all skin types and children over 6 months of age. Solar Shade combines micronized titanium dioxide with silicone that facilitate easy application and transparent coverage. It provides 50% more protection than 30 SPF formulations, acts as a physical block by reflecting UV energy and is safe for use after microdermabrasion, non-ablative laser and high-strength glycolic procedures.
Contact: 561.620.5800 or www.abellaskincare.com
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 Give Me a C! Give Me an A!
ProBios Laboratories introduce Transderma C and Transderma A vitamin therapy for the skin. Transderma C serum penetrates the outer skin barrier to reach deeper collagen producing layers of the skin in high concentration. Transderma A is an anti-wrinkle treatment with Retinol complex and vitamins A and E that stimulate cell renewal, improve mottled pigmentation and provide hydration. The line is free of oil, alcohol, preservatives and perfume, and is not tested on animals.
Contact 954.281.8682 or
www.mytransderma.com
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 Special FX
Cover FX Skin Care introduces Mineral FX, a line of micronized mineral powders boasting an SPF 15 and an infusion of anti-inflammatory minerals. The formula contains zinc oxide to reduce irritation and inflammation, and is free of dyes, colorants, chemicals, talc, fragrances, and oil.
Contact: 212.774.6328 or www.coverfx.com
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 I’m Full
Bio Jouvance Paris unveils its Bio Matrix Wrinkle Filler, which comes in cream and serum form as well as an eye and lip wrinkle filler and booster gel. Bio Matrix is a noninvasive dermal wrinkle filler formulated with non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid and is allergen-free and biocompatible. The serum is used to prepare the skin for treatment and the cream compliments the serum by sealing the product within the skin.
Contact: 800.272.1716 or www.biojouvance.com
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 Take Your Vitamins
Niadyne launches its NIA 24 skincare line with a patented Niacin molecule called Pro-Niacin, which allows Niacin (Vitamin B3) to penetrate lower layers of the skin to stimulate the skin’s natural repair processes to fix DNA damage and help the skin heal itself. The line includes a cleansing cream, physical cleansing scrub, skin strengthening complex and an SPF 30 mineral sunscreen.
Contact: 212.583.3246 or www.nia24.com
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 A Smooth Surface
DermaSweep introduces the DermaSweep Multilevel Resurfacing line, which includes the DermaSweep MD, Pro and Mini models. The MD model allows physicians to deliver topical solutions more deeply throughout the upper layers of the skin and provides the ability to upgrade to completely closed, hydro-assisted, vacuum sealed dermabrasion. The Pro model allows estheticians the same delivery system and treatment features as the MD model but without the upgrade capabilities. The Mini model is vacuum assisted and completely portable.
Contact: 805.234.1943 or
www.dermasweep.com.
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 Now You See It,
Now You Don’t
JSJ Pharmaceuticals presents Aclaro PD, a bioadhesive emulsion formulated with 4% hydroquinone and the PharmaDur bioadhesive delivery system for the management of melasma and hyperpigmentation disorders. Aclaro PD does not contain propylene glycol or steroids and is formulated with sunscreens for UVA and UVB protection. The PharmaDur delivery system creates an invisible, breathable matrix providing continuous release of medication to applied areas.
Contact: 800.499.4468 or
www.aclaro4.com
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 Smooth as Silk
Dynatronics offers the Synergie Aesthetic Massage System (AMS) for use in treating patients plagued with cellulite. It utilizes vacuum massage technology that improves the skin’s appearance while improving circulation. The AMS Cellulite Program features the Synergie Combo Unit, which provides optimal stimulation, stretching and pressure to subcutaneous tissues offering a type of subdermal massage not possible through traditional massage techniques.
Contact: 800.874.6251 or www.dynatronics.com
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 Star of the Show
Asclepion Laser Technologies introduces the TattooStarR, a Q-switched ruby laser that provides a higher level of beam homogeneity and works faster and more safely than conventional ruby lasers. In addition to tattoo removal, the laser is effective in treating pigmented disorders, small lesions and age spots. The unit is exclusively distributed in the United States by MedSurge
Advances.
Contact: www.asclepion.com
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 Customized Solutions
PRESCRIBEDsolutions presents its signature line of cosmeceuticals featuring customizable additives. The line includes cleansers, an exfoliating polish, recovery cream, antiaging serums, skin lightening serum, eye therapy, moisturizer with sunblock and antiaging night cream. There are nine booster additives including skin brightening, anti-inflammatory, firming, antioxidant, hydration, acne control, rosacea control, lifting and menopause control.
Contact: 212.929.9915 or www.prescribedsolutions.com
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 You’re Getting Under My Skin
Obagi Medical Products launches the CLENZIderm M.D. Acne Therapeutic System. The new acne kit boasts an advanced, patented Soluzyl Technology that liquefies Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO) on contact, which helps to deliver greater follicular penetration and rapid lesion reduction.
Contact: 562.491.6011 or www.obagi.com
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 Heal Thyself
AGI Dermatics unveils its DNA Repair System which features DNA Repair Formula, Antioxidant Refoliator and A.M. Moisture SPF 15. The Repair Formula provides enzymes that trigger the skin’s DNA repair mechanism to correct existing damage and stimulate the skin’s immune system to resist environmental stress; the Antioxidant Refoliator replenishes nutrients after exfoliating treatments and the A.M. Moisture SPF 15 is a broad-spectrum UVA-UVB sunscreen that contains vitamins C and E.
Contact: 516.868.9026 or www.agiderm.com
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 The Zest of the Peel
Biopelle has an advanced in-office peel designed specifically for the chest and back of the hands. The AFA Clay-Peel Body System optimizes the benefits of acidified amino acid to removed photodamaged skin by promoting cell turnover through exfoliation of the skin and removing dead and damaged skin cells. The first step is the body mask, a clay vehicle mask that prepares the skin for the peel and the second step is the body peel, an acidified amino acid gel peel.
Contact: 866.424.6735 or www.biopelle.com
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