New ‘Longer Lasting’ Surgical Skin Marker

A surgical skin marker introduced earlier this year by Viscot Medical, LLC, is said by the company to last 10 times longer than traditional skin markers, even after pre-operative scrubbing with common alcohol-based antiseptics such as Chloraprep or Duraprep.

According to a press release issued by Viscot, the new Mini XL features patent-pending ink that remains visible after scrubbing with prep solutions, allowing clinicians to better see the surgical site as recommended by the Joint Commission Protocol for Correct Site Marking. Additionally, the press release claims this product “will virtually eliminate the need for remarking of the patient once they’re in the operating room for plastic surgery procedures.”

For more information, please visit www.viscot.com.

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BenzEFoam 5.3% Emollient Foam for Treatment of Body Acne

Onset Therapeutics recently launched BenzEFoam (benzoyl peroxide 5.3%) Emollient Foam. A company-issued press release claims the product is the first prescription foam formulation of benzoyl peroxide specifically designed for patients with body acne “as it is easy to spread over large body surface areas and covers five to six times more surface area than gel and cream formulations.”

Also according to the press release, BenzEFoam utilizes Onset’s proprietary Delevo foam technology, and has demonstrated low rates of cutaneous irritation and dryness in clinical trials. The release further maintains the product effectively reduces acne-causing bacteria on the back, and demonstrated rapid and significant results after 1 week in a clinical trial.

BenzEFoam is indicated for use in the topical treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris.

For more information, please visit www.BenzEFoam.com.

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Opal Sonic Infusion System Said to Combine ‘Sonic Micro-Massage’ and Anti-Aging Serum

Clarisonic’s new Opal Sonic Infusion System, claims a company-issued press release, “combines sonic micro-massage with a proprietary Anti-Aging Serum for immediately noticeable and long-lasting reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

This addition to the Clarisonic product line is said to extend Clarisonic products from sonic cleansing to sonic infusion. The company reports that in its clinical studies, “most women reported seeing an immediate reduction in fine lines and wrinkles and firmer, brighter, more hydrated skin in just 1 minute,” with results typically lasting for hours.

According to the release, the Clarisonic infuser combines a soft applicator tip, precision-tuned sonic frequency, and a proprietary gentle kneading motion to maximize transfer of serum

For more information, please visit www.clarisonic.com.

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New Ouchless Needle Designed to Take Pain out of Filler and Toxin Injections

The Ouchless Needle from BellaNovus Development Company is designed to work ergonomically with a syringe for single-hand injection by either right- or left-handed practitioners to provide patients a painless dermal filler or neurotoxin injection, claims a company-issued press release.

The patent-pending Ouchless Needle is a disposable, syringe attachable dispenser that delivers a precise stream of numbing vapocoolant to the tip of the needle milliseconds before the skin is pierced and does not leave patients with post-injection numbness.

For more information, please visit www.creosalus.com.

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VASELINE Introduces ‘Breakthrough’ Body Lotion

Described in a company-issued press release as “the most powerful, patented multi-layer moisturizing complex on the market” and “the only lotion that delivers superior moisture across all surface layers of skin,” Vaseline’s recently introduced Sheer Infusion with Stratys-3 combines Glycerol Quat (GQ), glycerin and Hydroxy Ethyl Urea (HEU) — each of which is designed to work at a specific layer of skin.

The company further claims that Vaseline Sheer Infusion delivers two times more moisture than leading daily body lotions and is the only lotion that can infuse and suspend moisture into each layer of the stratum corneum.

Its patented technology of Stratys-3, the company literature maintains, enables Vaseline Sheer Infusion to deliver moisture to all these layers thus offering “unprecedented hydration vs. leading everyday body lotions, leading to better, more healthy moisturized skin and an unmatched silky skin feel.”

For more information, please visit www.VaselineSheerInfusion.com.

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SkinMedica Ablative Post-Procedure Kit Supports CO2 and fractionated CO2 Laser Treatments

SkinMedica, Inc., has introduced an Ablative Post-Procedure Kit, which the company maintains, helps to cleanse, protect, heal, and preserve the skin following CO2 and fractionated CO2 laser treatments. The following product information — including that on its new clinically proven Restorative Ointment — is based on a company-issued press release.

SkinMedica Restorative Ointment — This non-petrolatum based healing ointment with vitamin E accelerates recovery after a laser treatment or deep chemical peel. Claims that it helps prevent breakouts away during re-epithelialization and healing are supported by a investigator-blinded, split-face clinical study of subjects who had received an ablative laser procedure; of the subjects who demonstrated a side preference, the Investigator preferred the Restorative Ointment-treated side over the standard ointment-treated side, due to the lower incidence of whiteheads and pustules.

Sensitive Skin Cleanser — In keeping with the need to keep skin thoroughly clean after cosmetic procedures, this gentle cream cleanser washes away dirt and calms irritated skin.

SkinMedica TNS Ceramide Treatment Cream — This combination of growth factors, peptides and ceramide technology strengthens and rapidly restores moisture in the post-procedure skin.

SkinMedica Environmental Defense Sunscreen SPF 30+— This full-spectrum sunscreen and oil-free moisturizer protects vulnerable compromised skin from harsh UVA and UVB rays and prevents aging.

For more information, please visit www.skinmedica.com.

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Anti-Aging Beverage Contains Phytonutrients and Antioxidants

Noah’s Naturals has introduced a daily powder drink said to hydrate and nourish skin with phytonutrients and antioxidands including acai berry, goji berry and blueberry. It also contains collactive, a proprietary ingredient composed of marine collagen and elastin peptides in the same ratio found naturally in skin.

For more information, please visit www.noahsnaturals.com.

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Botanical Oil Said to Improve Scars

The year-old company ibody science has introduced skin solution, a blend of 13 organic and plant-based oils said to help with the appearance of scarring and aid the recovery of minor skin ailments.

The company reports that skin solution has been confirmed through independent lab testing to have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties that stop the growth of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.

For more information, please visit www.ibodyscience.com.

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Medical Makeup Conceals Skin Imperfections and Tattoos

According to a Cover FX press release, its product Conceal FX is a medical makeup that provides opaque, long-lasting, water-resistant coverage and can be used to conceal a wide range of skin conditions, from vitiligo and rosacea to burns, scars and tattoos, as well as under-eye circles, redness, dark spots, sun damage, blemishes, birthmarks, fatigue or skin trauma. Made with light-diffusing mineral pigments and lightweight emollients, Conceal FX can be used alone or with other products and is available in six shades.

The company additionally claims Conceal FX heals skin, using high-grade mineral pigments fortified with peptides, vitamins F.A.C.E., hyaluronic acid and ceramides.

For more information, please visit www.coverfx.com.