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- Ipsen's Dysport Approved for Use in Canadahttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130418-ipsens_dysport_approved_for_use_in_canada/2459560/Health Canada granted a marketing authorization for Dysport (Botulinum toxin type A for injection) for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines (glabellar lines) in adult patients younger than 65 years of age. Medicis Aesthetics Canada, a division of Valeant Phar
- Novan Therapeutics: Nitric Oxide May Inhibit Skin Steroidogenesis Locallyhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130408-novan_therapeutics_nitric_oxide_may_inhibit_skin_steroidogenesis_locally/2459571/Novan Therapeutics reports topical nitric oxide-based therapies may reduce androgen levels in the skin by locally inhibiting skin steroidogenesis. The targeted reduction of androgens in the skin could lead to first-in-class local antiandrogen products to treat acne and androgenic alopecia (male patt
- Dr. Amy Forman Taub Partners With Mott 50https://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130408-dr_amy_forman_taub_partners_with_mott_50/2459572/Chicago-area board-certified dermatologist Amy Forman Taub, MD teamed up with Mott 50 to create a specially designed sun-protective shirt to be sold at her SKINFO Specialty Skincare Boutique. The breathable, long-sleeve navy Skin For Life shirt is pump
- Obagi Fate Uncertain as New Details Emergehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130403-obagi_fate_uncertain_as_new_details_emerge/2459573/Following a bidding war with rival Merz Pharma Group, Valeant Pharmaceuticals appears set to acquire Obagi Medical Products. Valeant's original offer came in March, when the company announced that it would acquire Obagi at $19.75 per share, in a deal worth approximately $344 million. Then, in early
- New Jersey Passes Law Prohibiting Indoor Tanning for Those Under 17https://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130402-new_jersey_passes_law_prohibiting_indoor_tanning_for_those_under_17/2459575/The state of New Jersey recently passed a law that bans minors under the age of 17 years old from using indoor tanning devices. The law passed both the New Jersey House and Senate in February and was signed into law by Gov. Christopher Christie on April 1, 2013. Dirk M. Elston, MD, FAAD, President o
- Site Aims to Steer Patients to Physicians' Informationhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130401-site_aims_to_steer_patients_to_physicians_information/2459577/Giving patients the proper information has always been important for physicians, and accessible handout literature has been the easiest ways to keep bad information out of their hands. But to keep pace with how quickly patients get their information, Vivacare allows physicians to enroll online free
- New Survey Finds Social Media is a Major Influence on Elective Surgeryhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130327-new_survey_finds_social_media_is_a_major_influence_on_elective_surgery/2459578/Social media is leading consumers to have a more self-critical eye, according to a new survey by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). The annual poll of the organization's board-certified facial plastic surgeons found a 31 percent increase in requests for surge
- Valeant Pharmaceuticals to Acquire Obagi Medical Products for Approximately $344 Millionhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130320-valeant_pharmaceuticals_to_acquire_obagi_medical_products_for_approximately_360_million/2459581/Valeant Pharmaceuticals has entered into an agreement to acquire Obagi Medical Products. The transaction values Obagi common stock at approximately $344 million and was unanimously approved by the Obagi Board of Directors. Under terms of the merger agreement, Valeant will commence a tender offer for
- Dermablend Launches Concealer and Highlighter for Clearer Complexionhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130314-dermablend_launches_concealer_and_highlighter_for_clearer_complexion/2459590/Dermablend's new Quick-Fix Illuminator is a multi-purpose concealer and highlighter that can conceal, smooth, illuminate, brighten, highlight and sculpt the face for an improved complexion. According to the company, the Quick-Fix Illuminator is safe for even the most sensitive skin diminishes dark c
- AMBI Skincare Announces Annual Skin of Color Society Research Awardhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20130312-ambi_skincare_announces_annual_skin_of_color_society_research_award/2459592/The annual AMBI Skin of Color Society Research Award was recently presented to Jenna O'Neill, MD, for her contribution to dermatological research in skin of color, specifically in characterizing the genetic basis of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia. The Award is sponsored by a $15,000 grant