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Roaccutane Found to Cause Depression in Mice

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:41:46 +0000

A popular treatment for severe acne has been found to cause depressive behaviour in mice.

Scientists at the University of Bath tested Roaccutane after claims it has caused depression and suicide in patients since it was introduced in 1982. Their work, published in the Neuropsychopharmacology journal, is the first to back up these reports with firm scientific evidence...

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Exercise and Acne?

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:11:46 +0000

Some people notice their acne got worse after exercise, especially on their back.

There is probably a combination of reasons for this; increased sweat combined with sticky surface skin cells can lead to a blockage of our pores, creating blocked follicles which are ideal for p. acnes - the ‘acne bacteria' - to grow...

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Acne Cream Ingredient Causes Death?

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:08:14 +0000

Patients who use creams with an ingredient commonly used to treat acne are more likely to die than those who don't, a new study reveals...

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Help Your Kids Through Acne, Many Really Need Your Support

Wed, 28 Nov 2008 13:07:27 +0000

Acne affects a very high percentage of teenagers and they can go through a myriad of different treatments, creams and pills to try and contain the problem, to some degree. Usually acne disappears once the teenage years are over, but this is literally depressing to most teens suffering now. As a parent, you need to help them through this but also you need to provide some good hard facts.

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The Nightmare of Aging Has Many Faces, SkinMed Tackle Them All

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:07:27 +0000

Is skin aging inevitable? What is in store for you? Find out what part each of SkinMed's products play in our proven anti-aging protocols which are successfully utilised on their own or in conjunction with clinical treatments including our own tailor-made chemical peels, branded Enerpeel...

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Skin Aging Management

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:10:33 +0000

The aging process is a combination of factors.

Expressions and facial movements over time lead to the development of dynamic wrinkles where structural fibres such as collagen and elastin become aligned in a particular direction...

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Acne Treatment and Skin Hydration of dry skin conditions using Lipid Boosting

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:13:58 +0000

Fatty Acids and Lipids and their role in acne, psoriasis and eczema and other dry skin conditions

Water management in the skin and trying to reduce trans epidermal water loss or TEWL is critical for people with Psoriasis, Eczema and conditions such as Ichthyosis...

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Aknicare Teen Zone created for Acne sufferers

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:18:32 +0000

Read about acne; why we get it, just when we start thinking about how we look to others; what causes it, the truth; why bacteria are not the primary problem; why we should protect our skin bacteria; why prescription acne treatments can cause super bugs in hospital. Read Acne Myths, Tips, Facts and Solutions...

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"I didnt go in the sun recently, honest!"

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:06:10 +0000

Sun spots and pigmentation changes during Summer often indicates one has reached a change in life. Either we have reached an age where our hormonal system is no longer able to keep our pigment making machinery in check, or hormonal changes are leading to increased pigmentation from going on the pill or being pregnant...

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Parabens - All SkinMed products are Parabens-free

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:08:20 +0000

Parabens are a group of chemicals widely used as preservatives in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. Parabens are effective preservatives in many types of formulas. These compounds, and their salts, are used primarily for their bacteriocidal and fungicidal properties. They can be found in shampoos, commercial moisturisers...

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Acne (and Rosacea) link to MRSA development

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:10:37 +0000

MRSA (multi resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a huge problem in many hospitals leading to numerous deaths and increased hospital stays longer than normal. This has a huge impact on beds let alone peoples safety and confidence in their hospital. There is growing evidence that the major cause of MRSA is...

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Aknicare Press Release

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:12:57 +0000

The suffering caused by acne whether in the form of persistent blemishes, inflamed pustules or angry red welts, the scarring goes more than skin deep. Medically endorsed Aknicare offers acne sufferers a radical breakthrough treatment. Most people experience the trauma of oily, blemished complexions whilst in their teenage years...

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Synchrorose Press Release

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 14:21:06 +0000

Rosaceais a conspicuous and embarrassing skin condition, which affects an estimated 45 million sufferers worldwide Celebrity Rosacea sufferers include, Bill Clinton, Prince Harry of Wales, Renee Zellwegger, Kate Winslet, Clint Eastwood, Prince Charles and Synchrorose aficionado, Ricky Wilson of The Kaiser Chiefs.

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Thiospot Press Release

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:14:22 +0000

Skin pigmentation appears in localised areas on the skin as dark brown marks, where melanin, the skins natural UV defence mechanism to the harmful effects of intense sun light, has gone into production overdrive. This excess accumulation of pigmented melanin cells is derived from hereditary factors, e.g. freckles and moles...

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Fillast Press Release

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:19:04 +0000

Every year, millions of dollars, pounds, euros and even yen are spent on anti-aging products in the unwavering quest to look younger. But treating wrinkles and fine lines often requires more than is available over the cosmetics counter. Skin fillers have become very popular for treating facial wrinkles and for combating aging skin...

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New Research Reveals the Dark Side of Skin Lightening Cosmetics

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 15:20:13 +0000

An ingredient previously banned from skin lightening cosmetic creams due to its damaging effects on the skin has now been found to cause cancer, claims a review published by Dr W Westerhof and T Kooyers, two of Europe's leading authorities on pigmentation in dermatology. Hydroquinone was banned from use within cosmetics...

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The Eyes Have It: Chemical Peel for the Eye Socket

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:25:58 +0000

Chemical skin peels have been around for decades and in our pursuit for younger looking skin, many women each year use chemical peels as a less traumatic alternative to face lifts or cosmetic surgery. Repeat chemical peels can be extremely effective at eradicating, or slowing down, he effects of time and also in reducing unsightly marks...

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Fantastic Acne Treatment Aknicare Knocks Spots off the Rest

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:28:03 +0000

Acne is the most common skin condition in the world, with 1 in 6 people who suffer from spots and greasy skin going on to develop this ailment. Most sufferers get acne during their teens, though the problem is actually much more serious than just a few spots, as one in ten sufferers are left with permanent scarring which can be extremely disfiguring...

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The Future Looks Less Rosy for Sufferers of Rosacea

Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:40:17 +0000

Rosacea is a very common skin condition that in some form affects as many as one in ten women aged 30 to 55. The UK is thought to have the highest rate in the world, with up to 4 million people suffering from the condition due to our sensitive fair skin complexions. The long-term effects of rosacea can make peoples lives a misery...

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The Future Looks Lighter for Sufferers of Skin Discolouration

Thu, 6 Nov 2008 15:41:27 +0000

Skin pigmentation problems such as age spots, liver spots, post-pregnancy masks and skin discolouration on the face and body affect millions of people in the UK and are a result of increased local skin pigment production, known as melanin. Melanin protects us from the effects of the sun but often, ue to a variety of different influences...

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The Face of Chemical Peeling is Changing

Wed, 5 Nov 2008 15:30:43 +0000

Chemical skin peels have been around for decades and in our pursuit for younger looking skin, many women each year use chemical peels as a less traumatic alternative to face lifts or cosmetic surgery. Repeat chemical peels can be extremely effective at eradicating, or slowing down, the effects of time and also in reducing unsightly marks...

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Tests Prove Aknicare to be Incredibly Effective

Tue, 4 Nov 2008 15:34:20 +0000

Dr Tony Chu, the President of the UK Acne charity and Consultant dermatologist at Hammersmith Hospital and lecturer at Imperial College completed his double blind clinical trial on Aknicare and found it to be incredibly effective. His research showed oil production levels slowed by up to 68% and existing spots healed within days...

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Pigmentation Reducing Creams: The Cure Worse than the Cause

Mon, 3 Nov 2008 15:37:04 +0000

Therapists should be alarmed to read about recent research relating to hydroquinone causing cancer. Although hydroquinone creams are banned for use in cosmetics you may be still be giving hydroquinone to your clients without being aware. Recent evidence on the long term damage of hydroquinone has made this a critical issue...

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