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Dr. Jim Cain, III, founder and medical director of Innovative Aesthetics a cosmetic and medical aesthetics practice in Houston, Texas, has recently completed a two-year Aesthetics Medicine Fellowship with Dr. Sharon McQuillon of the Ageless Aesthetic Institute. The Fellowship Certification in Aesthetic Medicine is a certification program of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

The Fellowship Certification in Aesthetic Medicine is issued to individuals with MD, DO, and MBBS degrees. This Aesthetics Medicine Fellowship program is the only ACCME accredited aesthetic training program in the United States to offer AMA/PR Level 4 certification.

The Medical Aesthetics Fellowship establishes best practices and standards in aesthetic medicine and enables physicians to learn specific aesthetic techniques and complete hands-on training in each procedure. The Aesthetic AntiAging Fellowship is a sixpart series consisting of a threemodule didactic lecture series, three module handson clinical training series, case study submissions in aesthetic procedures, and a written exam.

To obtain the fellowship, Dr. Jim Cain completed coursework and clinical training in the following areas:

- Lasers and Light Based Devices in Aesthetic Medicine
- BOTOX Cosmetic (Botulinum Toxin A) Injections
- Facial Fillers for Aesthetic Enhancement
- Removal of Unwanted Veins with Sclerotherapy
- Chemical Peels for Skin Rejuvenation
- Body Contouring Techniques such as SmartLipo and VASER LipoSelection

“Medical aesthetics is one of the fastest growing medical specialties in the U.S. Becoming a Fellow in Aesthetic Medicine is a significant professional landmark. It tells my patients that I am experienced, qualified, and well-trained in all of the cosmetic and aesthetic procedures offered at Innovative Aesthetics,” said Dr. Jim Cain, III.

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Innovative Aesthetics

Covidien (NYSE: COV), a leading global provider of healthcare products, today announced the global launch of the V-Loc(TM) 90 device, expanding its family of V-Loc(TM) absorbable wound closure devices. This latest addition to Covidien’s knotless wound closure product line received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on May 11, 2010.

The V-Loc 90 device builds on the success of the V-Loc(TM) 180 device, launched in October 2009, as the first surgical device of its kind to feature uni-directional barbed technology. The device’s unique and proprietary self-anchoring loop and barb combination enables surgeons to close dermal wounds quickly and securely without tying knots or changing standard closure techniques. Covidien V-Locdevices close wounds up to 50% faster than conventional sutures of comparable holding strength.*

The V-Loc 180 device holds the wound edges together securely for the critical wound healing period, with absorption substantially complete within 180 days. The V-Loc 90 device contains faster absorbing material, which is based on Covidien’s Biosyn(TM) suture technology, and absorption is essentially complete within 90 to110 days. This makes the new device ideal for dermal and laparoscopic applications where a shorter absorption time is needed or preferred, such as in plastic reconstructive surgery, gynecologic surgery and general surgery.

“With this new addition to our knotless wound closure portfolio, surgeons have an even broader array of choices for closing surgical incisions safely, quickly and effectively,” said Michel Therin, Vice President, Soft Tissue Repair & Biosurgery, Covidien. “The V-Loc 90 device is designed to provide better patient outcomes through the fast absorption of the product following the critical wound healing period after surgery.”

Since the V-Loc device technology was first introduced, surgeons have used it in a wide variety of procedures for secure, fast and effective wound closure. Initial clinical testing shows that the use of V-Loc device technology significantly decreases the time needed to close surgical incisions.

“I have used the V-Loc 180 wound closure device for approximately one year in a wide variety of plastic reconstructive and aesthetic procedures and find it especially beneficial for closing long wounds,” said Dr. Klaus J. Walgenbach, Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, University Hospital Bonn. “The V-Loc device is easy to handle, and the tension it provides eliminates the need for a third hand. We also have experienced time savings during wound closure due to the elimination of knot implantation. The V-Loc device is a major step in wound closure.”

The V-Loc 90 device will be presented at the European Association of Plastic Surgeons annual meeting in Manchester, U.K., May 27-29, 2010. It also was previewed at The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C., in April 2010. At that meeting, surgeons responded very positively to the device’s ease of use and clear benefits, including time saved in the operating room and the reduced potential for knot-related complications.

*Compared to standard suture methods. Covidien V-Loc 180 Absorbable Wound Closure Device Time Study, Robert T. Grant, MD, FACS New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Argent Global Services.Utilization of a Porcine Model to Demonstrate the Efficacy of an Absorbable Barbed Suture for Dermal Closure, UTSW, S. Brown. Data on file.

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Covidien

Simulated Environment Concepts (PINKSHEETS: SMEV), makers of the high pressurized dry water massage and relaxation station SpaCapsule, announced that international cosmetic and clinical research company, Dermscan Group is currently running clinical trials on the influence SpaCapsule has on weight-loss and cellulite reduction.

“We created the SpaCapsule with the intent to aid in weight-loss and cellulite treatment,” said Dr. Ella Frenkel, Chairman and CEO of Simulated Environment Concepts, Inc. (SE Concepts). “And with hundreds of machines having been quietly sold over the past nine years, we’ve collected sufficient evidence to document the cellulite reduction and weight loss benefits of our SpaCapsule. However, we’re at the stage where we would rather have a reputable third party like the Dermscan Group verify our assertions, adding transparency.”

Established during 1990 in Lyon France, the Dermscan Group has become renowned internationally for its innovation in clinical trials. A member of the European Commission and authorized by the AFSSAPS (FDA equivalent), Dermscan is licensed by the French Government to conduct research, studies and clinical trials. Dermscan has received multiple awards and certifications over the years. With substantial growth through various partnerships and notable acquisitions over the past two decades, Dermscan has had the privilege of providing services to world-famous brands such as Bayer, Merck and Novartis, building a conclusive reputation for the Dermscan Group.

Marked by the company’s recent contract in France for the production of 250 capsules, along with its growing Netherlands distribution outlet — to name one — greater penetration into the European markets is imminent. While total relaxation may be a universal aspiration, in Europe the emphasis is on products that promote weight loss and cellulite reduction. SE Concepts contends its flagship product does just this and Dermscan should be able to confirm it.

Dr. Frenkel concluded, “Our patented SpaCapsule delivers customized Oxygenated Hydro-Massage which activates the tissues of the body where stubborn fat is located. Specifically designed high pressure, pulsating water jets effectively stimulate blood flow and accelerate the transport of fatty acids away from problem areas. This, in effect, boosts the production of collagen and elastin. The result is a slimed and toned body that most people crave — particularly women. We anticipate the results of the study will render conclusive proof that systematic use of the SpaCapsule helps in achieving weight loss and slimming; increasing our international appeal and possibly growing sales worldwide.”

About Dermscan

Dermscan closely cooperates and has relations with French (AFSSAPS, DGCCRF, DGS, etc.) and international (FDA, KFA, COLIPA, etc.) regulatory bodies. Member of the European Commission, SFC, NIPHAR, COVREC, ACIDIM, UNITIS, and many others. The company is licensed by French Government to conduct studies and clinical trials. It is authorized as site for biomedical research on human subjects by the AFSSAPS (the French FDA equivalent) and the French Ministry of Health (#22016 MHC and S).

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Simulated Environment Concepts, Inc.

Restoring people’s health and returning them to their daily lives as soon as possible is the goal following any surgery. When a person’s ability to eat and speak is affected, as with cancer in the mouth, surgery is particularly disruptive, creating a greater challenge. A one-step surgery can remove cancerous tissue and reconstruct bone and teeth functionality immediately, positively impacting the patient’s quality of life.

A case study in the June issue of the Journal of Oral Implantology describes a one-step surgery performed on a 65-year-old woman with squamous cell carcinoma. A two-year follow-up of this patient showed the one-step procedure to be successful.

Typically, ablative surgery is first performed to remove cancerous bone and tissue. The surgery is followed by radiotherapy, and often tooth loss. Reconstructing the jaw and placing a dental implant at this point are taxing due to the side effects of radiotherapy and poor patient tolerance.

The procedure outlined in this article permitted an impression to be taken immediately after the jaw reconstruction and implant installation during the initial surgery. A rigid prosthesis was fabricated and screw-secured to the implants 48 hours later. Complementary radiotherapy began six weeks following the surgery and implant. The prosthesis was modified as necessary six months after completion of the radiotherapy.

The advantages of single surgery include a reduced risk of osteonecrosis disease in the jawbone which can occur with postradiation surgery. A single surgery also can decrease the need for hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

The authors emphasize that this one-step surgery is possible because it respects the concepts of basal implantology. “Absolute primary implant stability and fabrication of a highly rigid prosthesis are essential from the outset,” they conclude.

Full text of the article, “Immediate Functional Loading of an Implant-Supported Fixed Prosthesis at the Time of Ablative Surgery and Mandibular Reconstruction for Squamous Cell Carcinoma,” Journal of Oral Implantology, Volume 36, Issue 1, 2010

About Journal of Oral Implantology

The Journal of Oral Implantology is the official publication of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and of the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics. It is dedicated to providing valuable information to general dentists, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, periodontists, scientists, clinicians, laboratory owners and technicians, manufacturers, and educators. The JOI distinguishes itself as the first and oldest journal in the world devoted exclusively to implant dentistry.

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Made popular for its ability to smooth wrinkles when injected into the face, Botox – a toxin known to weaken or paralyze certain nerves and muscles – may have another use that goes beyond the cosmetic.

Johns Hopkins researchers have found that patients with a painful and debilitating nerve compression disorder called thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), which studies suggest may occur in up to 8 percent of the population, reported a significant reduction in short-term pain after receiving a single, low-dose injection of Botox in a muscle located in the neck.

Though the study, published in the April issue of the journal Pain Medicine, was small, researchers say it suggests Botox is a safe, noninvasive alternative to the syndrome’s treatment of last resort: surgery to remove the first rib and sever one of the muscles in the neck.

“There haven’t been many alternatives to the use of surgery to treat this syndrome,” says Paul J. Christo, M.D., M.B.A., an assistant professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the study’s lead author. “Botox seems to be an effective treatment that avoids surgery’s obvious drawbacks, such as its invasive nature and long recovery time.”

Christo says his latest work significantly improves on previous studies in which TOS sufferers received several Botox injections or injections were made more blindly, without the aid of a CT scan.

TOS is caused by a compression of nerves in the lower neck, which occurs when there is not enough room in the cavity between the base of the neck and the armpit (the thoracic outlet) for nerve impulses to freely pass through. Symptoms often develop in the neck or head and tend to shoot down the arm, causing often excruciating pain, numbness and/or weakness in the limb and extremities. The condition is typically caused by the trauma of a motor vehicle accident, but can also be caused by sitting in the wrong position at a computer for long periods of time, by weightlifting or by an extra rib that is sometimes present in the neck. Treatments include physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications or surgery.

Christo and his colleagues evaluated 27 patients who were candidates for surgery to treat their TOS and for whom physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications failed to help. Each was given a 20-unit injection of Botox, a brand-name drug that contains botulinum toxin, made from the same bacterium that causes botulism, a paralyzing and life-threatening form of food poisoning. Christo used a CT scanner to guide the placement of the needle in the patient’s anterior scalene muscle in the neck. Each session lasted around one minute, requiring minimal radiation, he says.

Patients experienced a significant decrease in pain in each of the first two months after the injection. At three months, patients still felt a 29 percent decrease in their TOS-related pain as measured on a scientific pain scale.

“This modest amount of pain reduction can have a significant impact on a patient’s life,” says Christo, a pain medicine specialist. “For many, it allows them to do what they couldn’t do before – brush their hair, brush their teeth, hold their child.”

Christo says the Botox works to temporarily relieve the pain of TOS in many patients because its paralyzing function decreases the tension and spasms of the muscle, relieving pressure on the nerves as more room is made for them to pass through the thoracic outlet. He says the drug may also decrease pain by reducing the number of neurotransmitters that notify the brain that the body is in pain. Though the study just looked at pain, Christo says some patients appeared to also have increased arm and shoulder function as a result of the Botox injections.

The effects of the drug begin to wear off in a few months, as they do when Botox is injected into facial wrinkles. Christo says patients should be able to receive repeated injections of Botox into the muscle over time, though some could develop antibodies to the compound with excessive use, which would mean the toxin would no longer block pain.

In the study, 48 percent of patients went on to have surgery. Christo says that is because many of those who agreed to participate in the Botox study did so only as a bridge of pain relief before they could get a date in the operating room. Others tried the Botox technique in the hope that they could avoid having surgery, he says. Not all patients are candidates for Botox.

Christo says he would like to do further research into the use of Botox for TOS, following up longer term with patients who are injected with the toxin.

Hopkins researchers Julie A. Freischlag, M.D., and Dana K. Christo, Ph.D., also worked on the study, along with Adam J. Carinci, of Massachusetts General Hospital.

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Johns Hopkins Medicine

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Universal Detection Technology (OTCBB: UNDT), a developer of early-warning monitoring technologies to protect people from bioterrorism and other infectious health threats, and provider of counter-terrorism consulting and training services, commented today on a recent study that said worldwide consumer demand for Botox was driving a black-market of fake versions of the cosmetic. The uncontrolled and unregulated production and distribution of counterfeit Botox could lead to would-be bioterrorists harboring botulinum toxin, the study warns.

The study was conducted by Monterey Institute’s James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies and published in the June issue of Scientific American.

According to the authors, “the fake cosmetic products generally contain real toxin, albeit in widely varying amounts.” However, while one small vial might not pose a serious threat, the potential for would-be terrorists to purchase the products in bulk, or attempt to manufacture botulinum toxin themselves, is a grave concern.

Botulinum toxin is one of the most toxic substances known to man, more toxic than sarin nerve agent. It is estimated that a single gram of crystallized botulinum toxin could kill more than one million people. Botulinum toxin could be used to contaminate food supplies, but a more likely scenario involves dissemination of the toxin as an aerosol.

“This biowarfare potential puts the existence of illicit laboratories churning out the toxin and of shady distributors selling it worldwide through the internet into a more disturbing light than most pharmaceutical fraud,” noted the authors.

“The growing black-market for counterfeit Botox, while a consumer protection issue, should be a major red flag for our national security,” said Jacques Tizabi, CEO of Universal Detection Technology. “Universal Detection Technology is prepared to equip law enforcement, military, special forces and customs agents with the tools necessary to easily detect the lethal bioagent botulinum toxin, as well as a host of other deadly biohazards.”

Tizabi noted that the company’s flagship bioweapons detection kits, certified last year by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as an “Approved Product for Homeland Security,” are ideally suited for law enforcement teams uncovering counterfeit Botox detection labs in the field, as well as rapidly identifying suspicious agents discovered in unsecured locations. The kits are designed to detect and identify up to five separate threats using one sample in a single, easy-to-use device. The kits equip first responders with an effective tool for the rapid onsite detection of up to five biological warfare agents: anthrax, ricin, botulinum toxin, Y. pestis (plague) and Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B (SEB). Detection time is under three minutes.

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Universal Detection Technology

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Hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers has revolutionised the approach to anti-ageing treatments for thousands of women. This Summer a new and even more exciting evolution in the field of injectable facial treatments is coming to the UK.

Novabel, from Merz Aesthetics, is not a wrinkle filler or line smoother; it is a versatile, gentle yet powerfully effective dermal shaper that delivers a fresh, natural and revitalised look.

But what is even more exciting news for women and men who want great treatment results, with minimum down time, is that the unique nature of the Novabel formula means that patients can, for the first time, be camera ready the moment they leave the clinic.

Not only are results immediately noticeable following completion of the 20-30 minute procedure but treatment with Novabel is virtually pain-free and leaves minimal post-injection swelling and redness the adverse events typically observed with traditional dermal fillers.

Whilst Novabel is a non-permanent treatment, trials are already showing that it can last up to 12 months.

Novabel is uniquely based on alginate, a natural and biocompatible polysaccharide extracted from marine algae. Through a patented process, extracted alginate is purified, stabilised and then formed into three-dimensional, flexible microspheres called Geleons. Its the patented Geleon technology that sets Novabel apart from all other non-permanent facial aesthetic treatments. Geleons have a number of properties that provide the outstanding results that Novabel achieves in aesthetic practice.

The spherical shape and uniform diameter and lack of cohesion of each Geleon gives Novabel an almost water-like consistency in the syringe. This permits a lower injection force than that typically required by traditional fillers and facilitates the use of extremely fine needles. Three-dimensional Geleons are also densely packed, highly flexible and do not reduce in volume when exposed to pressure. They have shape memory which means they can pass through narrow tissue structures and are then able to recapture their original spherical shape. These attributes give Novabel its impressive volumising and shaping capability as well as the versatility to treat multiple areas of the face from sensitive skin areas such as the hollows under the eyes to contouring the cheeks, chin and jawline and reducing the appearance of nose-to-mouth lines.

Novabels combination of ultra-gentle delivery, versatility and long-lasting, natural-looking results has already caused a stir amongst aesthetic practitioners who have recently trialled the product.

According to consultant physician Professor Syed Haq of Plastic Surgery Associates UK and the London Wellness Centre: Novabels flexibility and versatility is remarkable, as is the way that it harmonises so completely with facial tissue. As a physician, it provides a way for me to look not just at specific areas but at the whole face and consider how to restore overall volume and provide facial enhancement.

Ease of injection and immediate, predictable results also impressed cosmetic doctor Dr Michael Prager, whose advice is sought by some of the worlds richest women: The patients I injected went straight to photography after treatment. You wouldnt dare try something like that with an HA filler. I also dont have to work out which presentations and types of product to use on specific areas. Novabel can work wherever I need it to.

Manufactured by Merz Pharmaceuticals GmbH, a German pharmaceutical company with over a century of healthcare innovation, Novabel is based on tried and trusted medical technology and has been through comprehensive clinical testing to confirm that it is completely safe as well as effective.

Novabel is only available from UK healthcare professionals who are registered with the Merz Academy and who have attended a Novabel Expert Workshop.

Source:cosmeticnewsportal.com

Until now the only form of topical skin protection was sunscreen but oxidative stress is the major cause of skin ageing and damage. PRIORI Radical Defense SPF 30 with Environmental Protection Factor (69 30ml) is an evolution in anti ageing creating a new topical skin protection. It contains the antiageing, anti-oxidant compound idebenone which offers dual protection against premature skin ageing both externally and internally in a dual pump dispenser for easy, every day protection.

Formulated with the new advanced Idebenone complex molecule for better delivery, improved efficacy and skin compatibility, results are dramatically enhanced providing unparalleled benefits. New clinical studies have found a more efficient way to deliver the power of Idebenone benefits into the skin. This new technology combines Idebenone with a dual fatty acid chain to increase skin permeability and create a time released reservoir of Idebenone, released into the skin where and when it is most needed.

Related to the vital mitochondrial enzyme Co-Q10, Idebenone is an age defying, bioengineered, patented, multi-functional Superceutical molecule that works overtime to keep the cause and effects of skin aging in check. Idebenone protects the cells energy producing mitochondria from oxidative stress which in turn enhances cellular activity.

PRIORI Radical Defense and Age Reversal Treatments are available at select spas nationwide.

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Young & Pure organic skin and body range make it easy to do with its two-in-one Refreshing Body and Hair Wash loaded with a whole host of natural ingredients including peppermint – widely renowned for its antiseptic and anti bacterial properties – and eucalyptus oil to uplift and invigorate.

Soothing orange helps to stimulate circulation and gives your hair and body that refreshing zesty fragrance. Just one capful will have you feeling fresh and gorgeous again in minutes.

Whats more, you can pack it all together with your other festival beauty treats in the cute Young & Pure canvas festival bag, thats just big enough to stash everything you need. Maybe youre not expecting full on glamour when it comes to camping out at your favourite festival but a girls got to stay fresh and clean.

Prices:
Young & Pure Refreshing Body and Hair Wash 4.99
Young & Pure canvas bag 2.99

Young & Pure is a natural based skin care range for teengage skin, it is parabens free and not tested on animals and is suitable for vegetarians.

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When choosing what to put on their skin, more than twice as many women say natural ingredients matter more to them than the brand. The survey also found that more than two thirds of women prefer products that are not tested on animals and are free from artificial chemicals. But when it comes to going completely natural, more than a third of women would refuse to give up their lipstick.

The findings come from an on-line survey of 1000 women who were asked about their attitudes to natural beauty. Seven out of ten of the women said they regularly use organic soap or shower gel, two-thirds use organic skin care and just over half use mineral make-up. Advertisers may spend millions on glossy ads promoting their brands but it seems that more and more women are rejecting them in favour of more organic, ethical and natural beauty goods.

Janey Lee Grace, author of Look Great Naturally without ditching the lipstick (released by Hay House) carried out the survey in conjunction with psychology Professor, Karen Pine from the University of Hertfordshire. Over a third of women, when asked which item from their make-up bag they would be most reluctant to give up, said their lipstick.

Janey Lee Grace commented, The words ‘beauty’ ‘glamour’ and ‘style’ can be linked with the word ‘natural’ without a thought of sackcloth! We can still have our lipstick and a clear conscience. Theres a 100 per cent natural alternative to everything from nail polish to self-tan, so in fact its now easy for women to save their skin, their cash and the planet while still looking gorgeous.

Professor Karen Pine, author of Sheconomics, said, These findings indicate a shift away from expensively packaged and heavily promoted luxury brands to more ethical and natural products. This is a sign that women are responding to the downturn in the economy and concerns about the environment by making different purchasing decisions. We know that women still want to look good and treat their skin kindly but this shows that women are not being seduced by the big advertisers and are making conscious choices based on their own principles.

Other stats from the survey:

Only 6% of women say they are not committed to using natural products.

One third of women are uncertain about advertised claims, half are concerned about lack of availability and three quarters fear the products might be out of their price range.

More than twice as many women think natural ingredients are more important than the brand.

Two thirds of women say lack of artificial chemicals motivates them to choose natural beauty products. Two thirds also say not being tested on animals matters a lot to them.

More than a third of women would not give up their lipstick and over 40% would hold on to their foundation if they had to choose just one make-up product.

Source:cosmeticnewsportal.com

Heading off to the festivals this summer or jetting away to the beach? Make sure you pack a beauty stash of Ultraglows Shimmer Pot Mineralised Eyeshadow and Professional Lipgloss, all you need to shine out this summer.

Loaded with super conditioning jojoba oil, Ultraglow Professional Lipgloss coats your lips with gorgeous long lasting colour that stays looking fresh whatever you do all day or night. Available in four shades, Clear, Iced Mocha, perfect bronze, Pink Mink, dusky pink and Slinky Pink, the perfect dusky rose.

And for eyes there are Shimmer Pot Eyeshadow: the original mineralised colour for eyes, each one is super blendable to give you just the right amount of definition. Wear them on their own or double up for extra impact.

There are 18 individual shades, including Sunkiss, a rich gold, Lagoon, a deep green, Oyster Pink, a pearly pink and Iris, a rich deep purple, plus six sets of trio shadows in toning shades, including Lilac Petals, soft mauves, Party Pinks, and Tropic, rich bluey green shades that work beautifully with brown and blue eyes.

Ultraglow Shimmer Pot Eyeshadows price: 4.95

Ultraglow Shimmer Pot Eyeshadow Trio Sets price: 12.95

Ultraglow Professional Lipgloss with Jojoba price: 8.95

+ 1.18 p&p

Available exclusively from the Ultraglow Shop

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As football fever strikes the nation, not everyone wants to sit in front of the television for hours on end. So while your partner gets all worked up and agitated why not treat yourself to a day of calm and tranquillity at Londons oldest spa, The Porchester.

This elegant sanctuary has recently been awarded the prestigious accolade of ‘Britain’s Best Value Spa’ by The Sunday Times Travel Magazine and at just 23 for a days visit, its the perfect place to relax and unwind.

While away the day by working up a steam in the traditional Turkish Turkish hot rooms, revitalise and invigorate the whole body under various strengths of body showers, deep cleanse in a Russian steam room and then take a leisurely cool down swim in the ice cold plunge pool. Or if its just peace and quite you crave, just relax and enjoy the day in the sauna or Jacuzzi or read a book or newspaper in the peace and quiet of the relaxation room.

Derek Hambidge, General Manager comments: We are all routing for England to win the World Cup but we also acknowledge that not everyone will be passionate about it. At The Porchester Spa we offer a sanctuary away from all the football frenzies, providing time to enjoy the calm, a winning formula for all.

So while everyone is getting frenetic about football, distress and unwind without breaking the bank.

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Note to editors:
It is advisable to book treatments in advance
The Porchester is open from 10am-10pm, 7 days a week, and operates mixed or male/ female only sessions.
The Porchester Spa, Queensway, London, W2 5HS
Spa opening times:
Daily: 10.00 – 22.00
Ladies: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Sunday (until 4pm)
Men: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Couples: Sunday (4pm – 10pm)
Easter Opening hours:
Friday 10th April 10.00 – 16.00
Monday 13th April 10.00 – 16.00

For further information please contact:
Julie Fisher
Big Fish Public Relations
Julie@bigfishpublicrelations.co.uk
Telephone: 07900 868 887

Issue date: June 2010

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Beauty-Boxes.com have unveiled a new addition to their Zarrin range. With fashion and beauty collections awash with pastel shades at the moment, you are sure to be on-trend with the new look baby blue Zarrin beauty case. And the sleek snakeskin finish is guaranteed to set you apart from the crowd.

Whats more, it suits all budgets. Offering three cases in one, the baby blue Zarrin can be purchased as a set or as individual cases. So if you cant quite stretch to the full set, you can collect each piece over time. Larger items and bottles can be stored in the bigger case, whilst the two smaller cases are perfect for keeping make-up, hair accessories or jewellery. Each one also comes with its own mirror and the inside has a luxurious soft velvet lining with storage pouch to securely hold smaller items. For added security, there are locks to ensure your beauty secrets stay that way and each case can fit neatly inside one another for easy transportation.

Fashionistas seeking this years must-have will be delighted to store all their beauty essentials in this stylish Zarrin. Priced at 41.95 for the set, individual cases can be purchased for 12.95(small), 15.95 (medium) or 18.95 (large).

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Veet has launched their all new spray-on format, an innovative take on their popular hair removal creams, hair removal has never been so easy.

The Spray Ons specially developed spraying system makes sure a thin layer of cream is evenly distributed across the skin and, whats more, the cream can be sprayed upside down so that those hard-to-reach areas also receive a perfect finish. Simply spray on legs and after three to five minutes (depending on your skin type), remove with the spatula that is designed to glide over the contours of the body, ensuring that amazing results are achieved every time. You dont even have to spread the cream with your hands; simply spray, remove and rinse it couldnt be easier.

The Spray On Hair Removal Cream will ensure you are silky smooth in minutes, whilst its effective Moisturising Complex leaves skin feeling luxuriously soft. It comes in two different varieties; Lotus Milk & Jasmine for Normal Skin, and Aloe Vera & Vitamin E for Sensitive Skin; all of which leave skin smoother and softer.

Quick, easy and mess-free Veets Spray On Hair Removal Cream slots easily into your beauty regime and allows girls to be truly spontaneous leaving you to strut your stuff all year round, whatever the weather.

Veet Spray On Hair Removal Cream is designed for use on legs, underarm and bikini line. Veet Spray On Hair Removal Cream should not be used on the face, head, breasts, perianal area, genital area, or any other body parts

Veet Spray On Hair Removal Cream is available at 6.84 for 150ml (MRRSP)

All products in Veets hair removal range have been validated by the BSF including Veet Ready to Use Wax Strips for legs, Veet 3 and 5 Minute Hair Removal Creams, Veet In-Shower Hair Removal Creams, Veet Spray On Hair Removal Cream, Veet Debut, Veet Bikini and Underarm Kits, Veet Ready to Use Wax Strips for Face and Veet Hair Lightening Cream for Face and Body

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Having recently released a top selling album and just finished a sell-out UK tour, Paloma Faith will help Clothes Show London celebrate the great and the good in fashion, captivating audiences when she performs her exclusive acoustic set at the Clothes Show Style Awards on Friday 25 June 2010 at 8:30pm at Earls Court, London.

Known for her eccentric and kooky style Paloma has also been shortlisted for the Best Dressed Woman of the Year category at the Clothes Show Style Awards in association with OK! Magazine. Voted for by the public, the Best Dressed Woman of the Year and the Best Dressed Man of the Year will be presented with the prestigious award in the shows famous Fashion Theatre. Voters will automatically be entered into a competition to win VIP tickets to The Clothes Show Style Awards, with one lucky entrant winning the chance to walk the red carpet, attend the star-studded drinks reception, sit in VIP seats during the Awards ceremony and dance the night away at the official after party.

Open to the public, The Clothes Show Style Awards in association with OK! Magazine will be an evening of glitz and glamour celebrating the finest in fashion. Tickets are available from the box office and includes entrance to Clothes Show London and a dedicated seat in the Awards Ceremony, plus an exclusive performance from Paloma Faith and a 45-minute spectacular catwalk showcase featuring models, dancers and the latest chart hits.

Performing on Friday 25th June, Paloma will be taking to the Fashion Theatres stage, ahead of the 45-minute catwalk performance featuring models, dancers and the latest chart hits.

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Susan Posnick’s COLORFOREVER is a double sided lip product with a long lasting lip colour on one side and a plumping tinted conditioner on the other. Lips stay hydrated and conditioned as well as keeping a smack of colour on them throughout the day.

With 6 rock-tastic colours to choose from, each one named after rock and roll icons, there is a COLORFOREVER to suit all.

To start your day with a bang dont leave the house without Mick, a real rebel of a rouge, or for a more subtle look Jimi is natural nude for those wanting an everyday style. For a pretty pink, Rod is the lip colour for you, the rosy tones are guaranteed to bring out a summer smile. Stevie is a dark plum for a more dramatic pout whilst Janis is a gentle peach to complement a sun kissed complexion. Lastly is Tina, and she needs no introduction, a bold bronze will bring lips back to life.

Simply apply the long lasting lip colour and allow to dry completely; follow this with the tinted conditioner for a glossy finish. For a more intense colour apply additional coats of base colour for a more dramatic look. Each duo smells deliciously fruity and with sleek and simple packaging COLORFOREVER can be popped in your bag or back pocket for on the go use.

RRP: 21.00
The range is available from premium salons and spas nationwide.

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