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.

Promising Lou Gehrig's disease drug fails trial

LONDON (Reuters) - An acne drug that had shown early promise in treating the degenerative nerve condition known as Lou Gehrig's disease actually worsens it, a study in Lancet Neurology said on Thursday.

The findings from one of the first randomized trials of the drug minocycline in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) also casts a shadow on studies planned for people with Huntington's disease, stroke and multiple sclerosis, it said.

"Our finding that minocycline has a harmful effect on patients with ALS has implications for trials of minocycline in patients with other neurological disorders," Columbia University researcher Paul Gordon and colleagues wrote. .

Isolagen Initiates Phase III Clinical Program To Investigate Isolagen Therapy(TM) For The Treatment Of Acne Scars

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.

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. .

Nutrients for skin

Green tea: Drink two to four cups of green tea per day. "It has a high content of flavonoid/catechins (which can help to strengthen collagen) and of theanine -- an amino acid associated with relaxation and cortisol control. Too much cortisol can induce disruptions in blood sugar and inflammation," says Shawn M. Talbott, author of "Cortisol Control and the Beauty Connection" (Hunter House, 2007).

Omega-3s: "Healthy omega-3 fatty acids help maintain cell membranes so that they are effective barriers. ... Omega-3s also seem to protect skin against sun damage," says Joy Bauer, author of "Joy Bauer's Food Cures" (Rodale, 2007).

New Sleek MedSpa Offers Anti-Aging Services and Laser Hair Removal in Aventura, Florida

The newest mall medical spa is planned to open in late November and will provide non-invasive procedures such as Botox and Mesotherapy to its Miami, Florida, area customers.

The location will be the first offering laser hair removal in the Aventura, Florida, mall. Sleek Aventura is located in the Aventura mall at 19525 Biscayne Boulevard Aventura, FL 33180 at Biscayne Boulevard between Aventura Boulevard & NE 192nd Street next to Bloomingdales.

Leading Cosmetic Dermatologist James Fairfield Sorts Out Ordinary Fractionating Lasers from the True FraxelTM Laser, ...

Leading Cosmetic Dermatologist James Fairfield, MD has just released the first of a series of free article on his web site. "FraxelTM -- or just a Fractionating laser? Why it's important to you" is available for immediate download at www.CMDerm.com.

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A hard Pill to swallow

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