ARS.com

You’ve heard of Soy Dream, but have you heard of SoyScreen?  For you "greenies" out there this new soy-based sunscreen technology, is a natural alternative to petroleum-based sunscreens.  The company responsible for the new soy bean screen is iSoy.  No, it’s not sold at your local Apple store; however, the company’s ferulic soy glycerides (FSG33) a new soy-based anti-aging ingredient recently made its debut in New York City marketed by a major cosmetics company.

"When Agricultural Research Service (ARS) chemists Joe Laszlo and Dave Compton originally developed SoyScreen, they envisioned outdoor enthusiasts and other consumers using their invention as an environmentally friendly alternative to petroleum-based sunscreens.

Instead, SoyScreen—and the patented ARS method of producing it—became the technological platform from which iSoy Technologies Corporation of Cary, Ill., began launching a novel class of cosmetic ingredients called "skincare bio-lipid actives."

In February 2007, a variation of SoyScreen formulated by iSoy—ferulic soy glycerides (FSG33)—made its commercial debut as a key active ingredient in a wrinkle-prevention skincare product marketed by a major cosmetics company in New York City.

FSG33’s burgeoning commercial roots began with bio-lipid reaction experiments that Laszlo and Compton conducted in 1998 at ARS’ National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research in Peoria, Ill.  There, they devised an enzyme-based method to make an all-natural sunscreen from soy oil and ferulic acid, a natural antioxidant that filters out UVA and UVB sunlight."  Read More

DailyBeauty.com
At the end of July, the much-anticipated filler Elevess, from Anika Therapeutics, received FDA approval for commercial sale.  Like other hyaluronic-acid injectables, it is expected to be used by dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons for improving the appearance wrinkles and scars.  However, Elevess does have two distinct differences.  First, Elevess has the highest concentration of cross-linked hyaluronic acid of any commercially available dermal filler.  Because of this, experts expect longer-lasting results.  Second, Elevess has lidocaine, a local anesthetic, right in its formula—it’s the first and only available aesthetic filler to do so. Anika says this will vastly improve patient comfort. and satisfaction.  Do these differences make Elevess a more appealing option for you? Let us know your thoughts and plans by leaving a comment below.

MedicalNewsToday.com

If sagging skin is getting you down, recent advances in skin-tightening technologies can lift your spirits and your skin in a matter of a few office visits to your dermatologist.    The beauty of these non-invasive procedures is their ability to treat loose skin virtually anywhere on the body without the risks and downtime associated with surgery.

Speaking today at the American Academy of Dermatology’s Summer Academy Meeting 2007, dermatologist David J. Goldberg, MD, JD, FAAD, clinical professor of dermatology and director of laser research at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, N.Y., discussed the rapidly expanding area of skin-tightening techniques and how they can safely and effectively treat sagging skin on the jowls, neck, arms, and stomach, as well as cellulite.

"The monopolar radiofrequency (RF) technology, which was introduced five years ago and which is credited as the first non-surgical skin-tightening device, has been the catalyst for what is now an explosion in non-invasive skin tightening with different technologies and areas of the body that we can treat," said Dr. Goldberg.  "Originally used to lift the eyebrows, monopolar RF was found to be effective in tightening the jowls and neck area with its unique approach of cooling the outer layer of skin while heating the deeper layers to cause tightening. This basic principle is what shaped many of the latest skin-tightening technologies."  Read More 

About.com:Longevity
The human growth hormone (HGH) is a hormone that is made by your body in the pituitary gland.  It is often marketed as an anti-aging hormone.  In children, it is important for normal growth.  In adults, HGH helps regulate and maintain your tissues and organs.  Children sometime receive HGH injections because a lack of HGH in their body is impacting their growth rate.

HGH and Aging

Like many hormones, HGH levels decrease as a person gets older.  This is a normal part of aging.  HGH is becoming a popular anti-aging supplement.  Because HGH is only available in injection form (other forms of HGH have not been proven effective) HGH must be given by a doctor.  The cost for one year of HGH injections can be more than $15,000.  The saddest part is that there has been little research on HGH and aging –- one study shows that lower HGH levels correlate to increased longevity compared to people with high HGH levels.  Read More

Dior puts focus on the eyes with their new addition to the range of HydrAction moisturizing products.  The technology of HydrAction Visible Defense Eye Creme is designed to flood dehydrated skin cells with moisture, and improve the circulation of water in the skin.

This new eye cream is a highly absorbent, soufflé-light formula that will instantly plump the skin, diminish the appearance of fine lines, and prevent the appearance of future wrinkles.

Erica Davis, Dior specialist at Saks Fifth Avenue in San Francisco, says that feedback on the product has been very positive and that her clients have been “amazed at the results” and “love how it feels”.  What are the extra bonus points?  It’s fortified with an SPF 20 and has a great price point.

You know you should avoid it, you know you will regret it, yet your tanning addiction still gets the best of you.  If you can’t get enough of that genuine golden glow at least take proper post-tan action.  There’s tons of data to support why we should stay out of the sun however, cosmetics companies know there are those who just won’t kick the habit.  To cater to the sun worshipers of the world, TANODERM 3 has been introduced to fight aging in sun damaged skin.  I have not tried the product, but I thought it was a great idea.  This product is said to fight aging, extend the life of your existing tan and of course, moisturize.

How does it work?  According to SloarChem Labs, “TANODERM 3 uses 4 state-of-the-art Peptides (tiny protein fragments) to boost your collagen and elastin production minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  The Tan Extending properties come from the proprietary TANOGEN Complex, clinically proven to extend tan Life by 49.4%. This means you spend less time in the Sun or Tanning Bed but still have the same great glow.”  If your going to tan at least there is now there’s a product specifically for you.  I did not read anywhere about an SPF but I guess that defeats the purpose.

For more info about this product visit Tanoderm.com

[Via PRWeb.com ]

Real Self Blog
Anti-aging by Olay Difinity

"With the launch of the Definity wrinkle cream at a price point below $30, P&G has increased consumer access to high-tech skin creams that have clinical research to back claims.  Few $300 an ounce premium skin care products can match this level of research and trials.  If the under-$30 price point makes you feel skeptical of the Definity product efficacy, I’d recommend that you not rule-out skin care products based on the fact they’re available at a low price or in Wal-mart."

Judy’s Book:
Olay Difinty: A Special Treat for Your Face

"Many moisturizers cause my face to break out with a blemish or two.  Yes, I’m one of those lucky people fighting wrinkles and acne at the same time. In the two weeks I’ve been using it, I haven’t noticed an increase in the number of break-outs.  I’ve actually noticed a decrease - which is very surprising.  I feel comfortable wearing it under make-up without fear of clogged pores."

Beauty On A Budget:
Olay Difinity — Revisited

"It was about two days ago I noticed something subtle. My face did seem brighter.  I might not go so far as to say “luminous” but then I am not given to exaggeration.  So, let’s say I noticed a brightening and maybe a clarity I hadn’t seen before."

Cosmetic Connection:
Judith Revisits Olay Difinity

"Last summer I wrote glowingly about Olay’s new Definity skincare products.  I used these products for quite a while after I wrote the review, and after a couple of months started noticing that my skin was breaking out."

Associated Content:
Product Review: Olay Difinity

"Olay Definity may not turn back the years, but its pretty close!  The cream itself is almost iridescent. It has a silky feel when you apply it to your face.  The package claims that the cream penetrates up to 10 layers of skin to help reverse past damage, giving you a more luminous look."

This release, via WebMD

"The FDA has approved a new wrinkle filler called Perlane for the treatment of moderate to severe facial folds and wrinkles.  Perlane is made by Medicis, which also makes the wrinkle filler Restylane.  Both products contain hyaluronic acid. 

"The primary difference between Restylane and Perlane is that the hyaluronic acid gel particles in Perlane are larger than those found in Restylane," says Medicis in a May 2 news release announcing the drug’s approval.  Medicis says Perlane’s larger gel particles can reach the deep layers of the skin, offering "enhanced volume and lifting power."  Perlane has been used safely by dermatologists and plastic surgeons since 2000 outside the U.S.," says Medicis.

Note:  Perlane should only be administered under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.  The effects last for about six months, according to Medicis, which says it will begin shipping Perlane in the next 30 days."