New Products and Pharmacologic Developments

Obagi Medical Products Launches Hydrate Luxe

Obagi Medical Products recently released its new Hydrate Luxe, which offers a peptide-rich, moisture- intensive forumlua to keep complexion supple, smooth, and radiant. This nighttime face cream uses hydromanil technology to deliver two-in-one moisturizing action and ensure long-lasting hydrations that intensely moisturizes and softens dry skin. It's developed with shea butter, mango butter, avocado, and the biomimetic peptides chronoline and kollaren. According to the company, the product is formulated to support replenishment and cell and tissue renewal and repair, to promote skin radiance, to provide extra strength moisturization, and to soften dry skin. Obagi.com.

PCA Skin Introduces Perfecting Neck and Décolleté and Total Strength Serum

PCA Skin recently launched its Perfecting Neck & Décolleté, a specialized treatment designed to specifically address the delicate tissue of neck and décolleté, offering rapid results in wrinkle repair, texture and UV-induced hyperpigmentation. Clinical results showed a demonstrable difference in skin complexion, laxity, texture, and wrinkles within five weeks, according to the company. Perfecting Neck & Décolleté contains a combination of next generation peptides, stem cell extracts, retinol, and niacinamide that helps boost collagen I, III, and IV production, fortifiy thin, fragile skin, even out skin tone, reduce the appearance of laxity, and minimize the appearance of skin discoloration. The product also includes an advanced combination of humectants and occlusives to boost overall results.

The company also introduced is new Total Strength Serum, a next generation peptide with epidermal growth factors that blend to tighten, strengthen, and firm problem areas. As skin ages, collagen production is reduced, which often results in fine lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and enlarged pores. Total Strength Serum contains the newest generation blend of peptides and amino acids that helps increase the production of collagen I, III, and IV. This blend will show a noticeable reduction in wrinkle volume while helping to regain elasticity, minimize pores, and improve overall skin texture, according to the company. The result is an overall lifting, smoothing effect. pcaskin.com.

Exuviance Launches Age Less Everyday Daily Moisturizer

Exuviance recently introduced its Age Less Everyday, a daily moisturizer formulated with a PHA + Bionic complex that stimulates cell turnover and helps preserve skin's natural collagen by reducing damage that increases with age, according to the company. It also replenishes hydration, and helps strengthen the skin's protective barrier, reducing future vulnerability to redness, irritation, and visible aging. The company claims that the Age Less Everyday moisturizer helps to correct the visible signs of aging with a PHA + Bionic complex of gluconolactone and lactobionic acid, and to firm, strengthen, and hydrate the skin. Exuviance.com.

ZOSkin Health Reveals Two New Skincare Products

ZOSkin Health, Inc. recently introduced two new products by Zein Obagi, MD to enhance the ZO Skin Health Circle—ZO Medical Foamacleanse and Restoracalm. ZO Medical Foamacleanse is a foaming cleanser designed to remove impurities, clean pores, and leave skin feeling refreshed and hydrated. Formulated for all skin types, Foamacleanse contains a blend of antioxidants that help protect skin from the harmful effects of daily exposure to the elements, according to the company. The foaming cleanser also has glycerin to replenish moisture, sodium lauryl oat amino acids to restore the skin barrier, and green tea and meadowsweet to reduce the causes of inflammation.

Also suitable for all skin types, ZO Medical Restoracalm is formulated to help reduce redness, calm irritation, and stimulate skin's natural barrier restoration. It provides immediate relief, comfort, and hydration for sensitive, weak, dry, or compromised skin. Key ingredients include buddleja plant stem cell technology, and patented beta-glucan to soothe and slow skin reactions. zoskinhealth.com

SOHM Introduces Salic-2 Gel for Acne

SOHM, Inc. recently announced the launch of its new Salic-2 Gel for acne treatment, which is also being manufactured as private label by SOHM for Ranbaxy Laboratories, Ltd. Shailesh Shah, president and CEO, stated that Salic-2 Gel “not only ensures that normal acidic mantle is kept consistent but also protects the tender skin from bacteria. We are excited to launch this product following our successful first quarter launch of our salicylic acid face wash, fohm by sohm at the 2013 Oscars after party, held in Hollywood.”sohm.com