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Beyoncé Cosmetology Center opened at Phoenix House Career Academy

Phoenix House, the nation’s leading non-profit provider of substance abuse and prevention services, today announces the opening of the Beyoncé Cosmetology Center at the Phoenix House Career Academy. A residential treatment program with a fully equipped vocational training center on site, the Career Academy, located in Brooklyn, NY, guides students as they work toward their professional and personal goals.

6 Mar 2010

68th AAD Annual Meeting reveals science behind skin care

Research presented by P&G Beauty & Grooming scientists at the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (Miami Beach, FL, March 5-9) examines skin care science from multiple perspectives, offering insights into how ingredient formulations, care regimens and gene expressions impact skin condition.

6 Mar 2010

Common allergens that may cause contact dermatitis

Itchy irritated skin can leave some people scratching their heads trying to determine the cause of this bothersome condition. What did they touch? Is it just dry skin gone awry? Are they allergic to something in their home or workplace? The answers to these questions could require not only a little detective work, but the help of a dermatologist who can diagnose and treat the most likely culprit - contact dermatitis.

5 Mar 2010

Overview of nanotechnology: Nanoparticles may eventually be used in cosmetic products

The rapidly growing field of nanotechnology and its future use in cosmetic products holds both enormous potential and potential concern for consumers. Currently, major cosmetic manufacturers have imposed a voluntary ban on the use of nanoparticles in products while they await a ruling from the Food and Drug Administration regarding the safety of this technology.

5 Mar 2010

Proper diagnosis, treatment and good skin care help control acne and rosacea

Acne and rosacea are two seemingly different skin conditions that have one important thing in common: both are chronic and extremely common skin conditions. However, dermatologists recommend that with proper diagnosis, treatment and a healthy dose of good, old-fashioned skin care, acne and rosacea can be less of a nuisance for patients.

5 Mar 2010

Top ten beauty treatments

RoxSpa, one of the most prestigious and luxurious medi-spas in Beverly Hills, announces their annual 'Top Ten' face and body rejuvenation treatments that are both highly-effective and provide the most satisfying results.

4 Mar 2010

HTDS reports Gross Revenues of $5.39M for Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2009

Hard to Treat Diseases (http://www.htdsmedical.com) and its China based subsidiary Mellow Hope update shareholders on the company's 2009 revenues and profits.

2 Mar 2010

Hard to Treat Diseases completes cosmetic micro-conglomerate merger

Hard to Treat Diseases (http://www.htdsmedical.com/) - Further to the previously announced cosmetics merger (press release Feb 5, 2010) negotiations with the cosmetic company Melem Secrets, and other business matters the company is pleased to report that it has completed a cosmetic micro-conglomerate merger.

26 Feb 2010

Walgreen acquires Duane Reade for total enterprise value of $1.075 billion

Walgreen Co. and New York-based drugstore chain Duane Reade Holdings, Inc. today announced a definitive agreement under which Walgreens will acquire Duane Reade from affiliates of Oak Hill Capital Partners in a cash transaction for a total enterprise value of $1.075 billion, which includes the assumption of debt.

17 Feb 2010

Promius Pharma recognized with 2010 Gold Triangle Award for developing new site on dermatology

The American Academy of Dermatology will present the 2010 Gold Triangle Awards during its 68th Annual Meeting in Miami Beach in early March 2010. Promius Pharma, LLC is one of 49 winners being recognized for excellence in furthering public understanding of dermatologic issues and encouraging healthy behavior in the care of skin, hair and nails.

17 Feb 2010

Procter & Gamble reports increased net sales for October - December quarter

The Procter & Gamble Company delivered net sales growth of six percent for the October - December quarter to $21.0 billion. Organic sales grew five percent which was at the top of the Company's guidance range.

28 Jan 2010

Gold Bond Ultimate Hand Sanitizer Moisturizer now available in market

Love your hand sanitizer – but hate how it dries out your skin? Now, Gold Bond®, the trusted name in skin care for more than 100 years, has launched Gold Bond Ultimate® Hand Sanitizer Moisturizer, a true two-in-one product created to effectively kill germs but not your hands.

28 Jan 2010

Radient Pharmaceuticals' business plan submitted to NYSE Amex

US-based pharmaceutical company Radient Pharmaceuticals Corporation (RPC) announced today it has submitted a business plan to the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") Amex demonstrating its ability to achieve compliance with continued listing standards.

27 Jan 2010

Loyola Center for Aesthetics conducts open house on new anti-aging and cosmetic-enhancement procedures

Loyola Center for Aesthetics will hold an open house from 5 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010, at 1S260 Summit Ave., 3rd Floor, Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. Members of the community will have the opportunity to learn about the latest anti-aging and cosmetic-enhancement procedures and treatments.

20 Jan 2010

ConvaTec offers medical supplies for Haiti's relief efforts

ConvaTec, a world-leading provider of medical technologies for community and hospital care, today announced that it has made an initial donation of more than $400,000 in medical supplies to rescue and relief efforts in Haiti, following the devastating earthquake that hit that nation last week.

20 Jan 2010

Nu Skin Enterprises starts international tour to roll out its ageLOC anti-aging product portfolio

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. today announced the start of an international tour to roll out its ageLOC anti-aging product portfolio, including a new ageLOC edition of its top-selling Galvanic Spa System II.

18 Jan 2010

freshHAIR: A new hair care line to prevent acne

Renee Cobos, MD, a board certified dermatologist and associate professor of dermatology at the University of California, Irvine, announced the launch of RC freshHAIR™, the first dermatologist-created hair care line that is specifically formulated to treat and prevent acne, acne rosacea, seborrhea (dandruff) and oily skin. RC freshHAIR is the newest addition to the RC Dermatology™ line of skin care products.

18 Jan 2010

Natural Magic' herbal skin care line to feature in VIP gift bags at Golden Globes events

California based Natural Magic announced today that its unique herbal skin care line will feature in VIP gift bags at exclusive Golden Globes events. The company is working with red carpet experts Secret Room Events, known throughout Hollywood for producing unique events that are attended by nominees, presenters, celebrities, stylists, and media.

13 Jan 2010

Results of randomized, placebo-controlled study of Ambrotose complex announced

Mannatech, Incorporated, a global pioneer in the development of high-quality health, weight and fitness, and skin care solutions based on nutritional science, announced the results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study that shows healthy middle-aged adults who took one teaspoon of Ambrotose® complex twice daily performed significantly better on memory tasks and were overall more positive in their mood.

9 Jan 2010

Derma Sciences receives licensing rights to wound and skin care products

Derma Sciences, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: DSCI), a specialty medical device and pharmaceutical company focused on advanced wound care, today announced that it has completed a comprehensive Heads of Agreement with Comvita New Zealand Ltd. (Comvita) of Paengaroa, New Zealand, covering the worldwide licensing rights for MEDIHONEY® professional wound care and skin care products.

22 Dec 2009