Isolagen(TM), Inc. (Amex: ILE) announces the initiation of a Phase III clinical program to investigate Isolagen Therapy(TM) for the treatment of moderate to severe acne scars. Isolagen also has a pivotal Phase III clinical program underway to evaluate the Isolagen Therapy in treating nasolabial folds, or wrinkles.

"Millions of people in the U.S. suffer from acne which often scars, a condition that can be very distressing and difficult to treat as there are few options currently available," said Nicholas L. Teti, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Isolagen. "We are pleased to be initiating this important clinical development program which we believe will address this largely unmet medical need."

Two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials will evaluate the safety and efficacy of Isolagen Therapy in patients with moderate to severe acne scarring on both sides of the face.

Skincare Confusion: Skin Care and Scalp Acne

Skincare-News.com discusses scalp folliculitis, a skin condition that can mimic acne by producing white heads and blemish-like bumps on the scalp and hairline.

Mild forms can be treated with skincare products most people already own. Oftentimes, folliculitis may heal its own. On the other hand, severe cases of folliculitis are medical conditions that can lead to hardened, red bumps and this must be treated medically.

The corporate classics will work in workplace

Question: My husband and I are fresh out of graduate school and starting corporate jobs. It is time, we are told, to swap our jeans and T-shirts for "the classics." What does that mean?

Answer: Jeans and T-shirts are classics -- but casual classics. For the workplace, you need corporate classics: good-quality basics that never go out of style.

For women, these include tailored jackets, skirts and pants; white shirts; cashmere sweaters; dark pumps; a good leather purse; pearls. For men, a great wool suit; a navy or black blazer; a classy sport coat; fine leather shoes, belt and wallet. And for both of you, a good watch.

SOLUTIONS: Four great ways to use an orange

Did you know an orange has uses other than eating it for its deliciously sweet and naturally juicy flavor? The citrus scent may help sweeten up your kitchen and the orange peel could be used as a beauty aid.

ANT HILLS BE GONE

Do you have an ant problem around your home? Try blending orange peels and mixing with water. Place directly on the anthill. Chip Tynan of the Missouri Botanical Garden's Horticultural Answer Service says citrus extracts are known to have some insecticidal properties.

ACNE REMEDY .

Mara Gordon | Apologizing for past wrongs

Back in 1964, a man named Edward Anthony's life changed forever.

He was in jail at the time for dealing marijuana; only a 23-month sentence.

While behind bars, Anthony enrolled in a clinical trial for a Penn dermatologist named Albert Kligman, a giant in his field who made millions developing the popular acne drug Retin-A. Anthony and fellow inmates enrolled in the trial to make a few extra bucks, to help ward off the sexual predators and drug dealers that roamed the halls at Holmesburg.

Being in that study was the worst decision he ever made, Anthony told me this week. Penn doctors put him through tests that burned him and caused him unbearable pain. Anthony and most of his fellow inmates were functionally illiterate, unable to understand the informed-consent form that doctors hastily had him sign.

New skin saviours - Retinol

A new roster of new and updated ingredients have hit the beauty scene including retinol. Here's the lowdown on what it is and what it can do for your skin

Retinol

The newsThis year saw retinol caterpulted into the limelight. This was following the Horizon programme which showed that an anti-ageing skin serum - No7's now legendary Protect & Perfect - did actually work. The key ingredient was of course retinol, the vitamin A derivative that has been used in skincare for a number of years. The other side of the Atlantic, results came through from an American study into vitamin A. And they too gave the nod to its efficacy. A double hit for retinol. So now it's official, vitamin A (in the right format and at the right level) works.

Feeling Stressed? Dermatologists Can Help Manage the Effects of Stress on the Skin, Hair and Nails

Pending job cuts at the office. Back-to-back final exams. A messy divorce. An unexpected surgery. What do they all have in common? In a word – stress. While everyone knows that stress can take a toll on a person physically and psychologically, it also can lead to dermatologic problems, such as acne, brittle nails or even hair loss. .

Skincare Knowledge: Avoiding Excoriation After Skin Care Procedures

Skincare-News.com warns readers about excoriation, a painful condition caused when skin has changed and is sensitive to aggressive treatments.

According to the article, skin changes quickly, so lifestyle changes such as new medications, recent pregnancy or retinol products should always be discussed with an esthetician or dermatologist.

Feeling Stressed? Dermatologists Can Help Manage the Effects of Stress on the Skin, Hair and Nails

Pending job cuts at the office. Back-to-back final exams. A messy divorce. An unexpected surgery. What do they all have in common? In a word – stress. While everyone knows that stress can take a toll on a person physically and psychologically, it also can lead to dermatologic problems, such as acne, brittle nails or even hair loss. .