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- Alcohol May Influence Skin Cancer Riskhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120720-alcohol_may_influence_skin_cancer_risk/2459766/Evidence suggests that alcohol consumption may have some influence on risk for developing BCC but not SCC. (J Invest Dermatol. E-pub) Consumption of wine and spirits, specifically, appears to increase BCC risk, while beer consumption does not. Results come from an analysis of data on 54,766 people e
- Low Cancer Risk Associated with UVA Nail Lampshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120720-low_cancer_risk_associated_with_uva_nail_lamps/2459767/UVA lamps used for curing gel nails pose a very low risk for development of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) on the dorsum of hands, new research suggests. (Br J Dermatol, E-pub). In fact, researchers say that only one woman in tens of thousands using UVA lamps over a number of years will develop SCC a
- Syneron Receives FDA Clearance for elōs Plushttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120712-syneron_receives_fda_clearance_for_els_plus/2459774/Syneron Medical Ltd. (NASDAQ: ELOS) received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for elōs Plus, a multi-platform system featuring the company's proprietary elōs technology of optical energy and bi-polar radiofrequency. The FDA clearance follo
- Galderma's Cetaphil Celebrates 65 Yearshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120711-galdermas_cetaphil_celebarates_65_years/2459775/Galderma's Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser is celebrating 65 years on the market. Introduced in 1947 as Cetaphil Cleansing Lotion, it was initially developed by a pharmacist for use as a compounding base. By the 1960s, the product was so popular t
- CellCeuticals Nominated for Cosmetic Innovation Awardhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120629-cellceuticals_nominated_for_cosmetic_innovation_award/2459777/CellCeuticals Skin Care, Inc., Biomedical Skin Treatments was named a finalist in two categories by the Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers and Distributors Association (ICMAD). InterActive Moisture Serum 2 was nominated for Best Skin Care P
- Makucell Unveils Renewnthttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120627-makucell_unveils_renewnt/2459779/Makucell, Inc., a pioneering regenerative biotechnology company, recently released the Renewnt (pronounced “Re-new-int”) brand. Renewnt's proprietary ingredient, Asymmtate, is a new approach to cellular aging, optimizing signals in the Wnt (pronounced “
- Provectus Pharmaceuticals Presents Phase II Data on PV-10https://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120627-provectus_pharmaceuticals_presents_phase_ii_data_on_pv-10/2459780/Provectus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OTCBB: PVCT), a development-stage oncology and dermatology biopharmaceutical company, presented its top-line final data from the Phase II clinical trial of PV-10 for metastatic melanoma. Results were showcased at the
- Stiefel, a GSK Company, Acquires Worldwide Rights to Toctino (alitretinoin)https://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120612-stiefel_a_gsk_company_acquires_worldwide_rights_to_toctino_alitretinoin/2459784/Stiefel, a GSK company, has entered into a worldwide agreement to acquire Toctino (alitretinoin) from Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd. A once-daily oral retinoid, Toctino is in Phase 3 trials in the US, where it has not yet received FDA approval. Globally, it is the only prescription medicine specifically
- Free Podcasts on Complete UV Protectionhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120612-free_podcasts_on_complete_uv_protection/2459785/On the new edition of "Healthy Vision with Dr. Val Jones," dermatologist and author Jeanine Downie, MD, and Stephen Cohen, OD, past president of the Arizona Optometric Association, join Dr. Val to talk about the importance of sun protection. Both doctors share tips on steps adults and children can t
- Merz Appoints New Vice President of Medical Dermatologyhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/20120611-merz_appoints_new_vice_president_of_medical_dermatology/2459786/Merz, Inc. has appointed James P. Hartman as Vice President of Medical Dermatology. In the new role, Hartman will be responsible for the company's Medical and OTC/OTX dermatology business unit, which includes Naftin® (naftifine hydrochloride) and Mede