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“Botox in a bottle” cosmeceutical: Argireline serum (acetyl hexapeptide 8)
Because of its anti-aging properties, argireline is a bioactive neuropeptide and cosmetic ingredient that is increasingly being used in skincare formulations. Argireline, also known as acetyl hexapeptide-3 or acetyl hexapeptide-8 depending on the source, is commonly referred to as “Botox in a bottle” due to its ability to reduce facial muscle contraction ability and wrinkle
Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia (PAH): CoolSculpting complication
Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia or PAH is a possible complication from cryolipolysis, commonly called fat freezing or by the brand name CoolSculpting, a modern non-invasive body contouring and targeted fat reduction technique that recently spiked interest because of this adverse event; Linda Evangelista, Canadian top model, filed a law suit for 50 Million USD against Zeltiq
Salmon DNA treatment: PDRN skin injection and use in cosmeceuticals
The term “salmon DNA” is growing in popularity in Asia with cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic medicine clinics advertising injections and treatments that promise benefits for the skin as well as skin care manufacturers including this ingredient in their formulations for a multitude of alleged benefits. What is exactly Salmon DNA or PDRN? Salmon DNA is
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