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German Institute Aims to Automate Artificial Skin Production

The Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB has developed a conceptual, fully automated process to produce artificial skin tissue that could be used to test chemicals as an alternative to animal testing.

FDA DODAC Approves Eyelash Drug

Allergan Inc. has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration DODAC voted unanimously to recommend that the FDA approve Latisse.

Nanotube-coated Yarn Fabric Detects Blood, Health of Wearer

Engineers at the University of Michigan have created a carbon nanotube-coated “smart yarn” that conducts electricity and that could be woven into fabrics to detect blood, or to monitor the health of the wearer.

Rapid Electrokinetic Patterning for Biological Analysis, Nanoassembly

Researchers at Purdue University have developed a rapid electrokinetic patterning technique using a laser and holograms to quickly position tiny particles for biological analyses or to create devices using nanoassembly.

Top Scientific Innovations of 2008

Microfluidics, a white laser confocal instrument, a PET/MRI combined imaging system, and a continuing-focus microscopy instrument were ranked among the top ten life science inventions of 2008.

FDA Warns Skin Treatment Devices

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned the manufacturers of devices that it will regulate some differently than cosmetics.

Transdermal Patch to Replace Syringe in Drug Delivery

3M Drug Delivery Systems unveiled data highlighting the tolerability and delivery characteristics of a hollow microstructured transdermal system (hMTS) for the systemic delivery of high volume injectables traditionally delivered by syringe and needle.

A New Source of Collagen

Collagen injections may be a thing of the past. Japanese sweetmaker, Eiwa Confectionery has introduced collagen marshmallows to the UK.

Pre and Post Surgery Cosmetic Treatment

Skin care line Previous, which is set to launch in October, is designed to delay the need for plastic surgery.

Polymer Films and Crosslinking Agents for License

The polymer film patent portfolio featured includes aromatic polymers and crosslinking agents useful with the aromatic polymers.

Nutraceutical Potential for Water-extracted Grape Seed

The Grape Seed Extract Co. of New Zealand reportedly has tapped the nutraceutical potential of a waste product of wine manufacturers.

Arthritis, UV-Damage Treatment in One?

New research indicates that glucosamine could help stop the formation of new age spots and help to fade existing ones.

New Process Allows for Parthenolide-free Feverfew Production

Millenia Hope Biopharma announced a new development allowing for the parthenolide-free production of Feverfew plant extract.

Nature's Answer to Free Radicals

Nature's Answer introduces a dietary supplement formulated to promote beauty from within.

Nestle Introduces Beauty Drink

Nestle has introduced a daily beauty drink dietary supplement that is said to work synergistically with beauty products to produce better skin.

Researchers Create Drug Delivery Nanoemulsions

Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) have created nanoscale droplets that can be used to deliver ingredients to skin.

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CVS Adds Skin Care Device to Shelves

Retailer trains beauty advisor staff in use and in complementary product offerings.

Glaucoma Drug Found to Stimulate Eyelash Growth

A recent clinical study conducted by the University of Miami indicated that bimatoprost, a drug used to treat eye conditions such as glaucoma and ocular hypertension, increased eyelash length.