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) Interesting Product of the Week
Normally, I would call this my "Useful Product of the Week," but I am not sure how useful this Verilux ClearWave Deluxe Acne Light really is.It's definitely interesting. I will give it that. Interesting and expensive.
Has anybody heard of light as an acne remedy? I never did, until now. Here is an article about light treatment from BBC News, which cites a study of acne "patients" who were treated with blue and red light wavelengths for 15 minutes a day for 12 weeks. The patients, on average, showed a 76 percent decrease in the number of visible acne spots on the area treated.
Basically, this product is the lightbox used in that study.
Here is the product description on Amazon.com: "This breakthrough personal care device uses the power of light to stimulate the body's natural processes to help clear skin. More>>
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) Common Mouthwash Products Boost Risk of Oral Cancer by 900 Percent
If it was a facial cream that had the effect of reducing acne but had a four to fivefold increased risk of skin cancer, no one would be recommending it."
The body breaks down alcohol, also known as ethanol, into a carcinogenic compound called acetaldehyde. The researchers note that due to the way that mouthwash is swished around, acetaldehyde may thereby accumulate in the oral cavity.
In addition, the researchers believe that alcohol makes mucus membranes more permeable to other chemicals, allowing nicotine and other carcinogens increased access to the body's tissues.
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) Clearasil(R) is Calling All Crews to Dance, Compete and Bring on
Dance crews will compete in the 'battle' against acne to promote Clearasil's new Ultra(R) Pimple Blocker Pen. The Clearasil Ultra(R) Pimple Blocker Pen works quickly and effectively to help stop a pimple in its tracks. Clearasil(R) encourages all dance crews to prepare their favorite tracks and join us as we search for the first Clearasil(R) Crew.For more information on the Clearasil(R) Dance Crew Casting Call visit www.clearasil.us/pimpleblockerbattle.
About Clearasil(R)
Clearasil(R) is a leading brand of young skin care products that range from acne/blemish prevention, to skin care maintenance and spot treatment. Clearasil(R) is renowned for its highly effective range of acne treatment creams, facial washes and cleansing pads, giving consumers the confidence of visibly clearer skin. More>>
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) MERZ PHARMACEUTICALS
Appearex, which treats weak and brittle fingernails and toenails; and Erygel, which is an external application used to treat acne. Merz also sells the Aqua Glycolic line of skin cleansers and moisturizers. Its products are sold through retail pharmacies both over-the-counter and by prescription. . More>>