NEWS - April 2009
AESTHETIC & COSMETIC SERVICES
Even in hard economic times, consumers who prioritize personal care are finding ways to pay for their routines. As noted in a late December 2008 article published by the S.F. Chronicle, some opt for fewer laser treatments while others replace them with less expensive alternatives such as facials. The variety of aesthetic and cosmetic procedures to choose from remains robust.
Fall 2009 HBA Global Expo Features "Product Life Cycle" Theme
Two beauty industry events are taking place simultaneously in New York City this Fall. The HBA Global Expo and the Spa & Resort/Medical Aesthetic Expo will be held September 15th - 17th, 2009 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Promoters will provide attendees with a "360 degree experience" of a product's life cycle: From ingredients and raw materials to packaging solutions and finished goods. The retail theme will be especially relevant to aesthetic service professionals and spa industry participants who are interested in private labeling their own products. The event features educational and commercial information from more than 600 exhibiting partners and targets a wide range of attendees: aesthetic facility owners / managers, dentists, dermatologists, estheticians, holistic therapists, nutritionists, plastic surgeons, etc.
To read the original press release ("HBA Global Expo and Spa…", PR Newswire, April 21, 2009), visit: PRNewswire.com. For more information about the event, visit: Spa and Resort Expo.
Cosmetic & Plastic Surgeons Add Web Sites To Reach Their Patients
Most medical spas operate websites, according to survey findings obtained by Feedback Research Services ("Medical Retail Markets"). In 2006 and 2007, the majority of cosmetic and plastic surgery practices opted for directory listings. Feed-back's latest survey findings (2008) suggest that some practitioners are embracing the web to deliver aesthetic service information to new patients.
A recent announcement for the Arizona Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (Scottsdale AZ) shows how Dr. Steven H. Turkeltaub (founder and director) established a web presence for his facility. The Arizona Center website now features a virtual tour of the practice to introduce first-time patients to the setting, detailed procedure information, preliminary paperwork and forms, specials, staff qualifications, etc.
To read the original press release ("Arizona Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon Reaches Out to Patients…", PRWeb, April 10, 2009), visit: PRWeb. Visit Dr. Turkeltaub's website at: Arizona Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
PhotoMedex Introduces Post-Laser Treatment System
As a leading developer of dermatological and laser applications, PhotoMedex Inc. expanded its line in April 2009 with the XTRAC® Laser Post-Procedure Kit. Three products are combined in a system that enhances patient comfort, healing, and protection after receiving laser skin treatments. The kit provides a holistic regimen via the following products: Complex Cu3® Intensive Tissue Repair Crème, Post-Laser Lotion, and Ti-Silc® Sheer SPF 45.
Laser and microdermabrasion procedures disrupt the skin. Practitioners want the best possible outcomes for their patients, so products that promote a rapid return to normal are beneficial to everyone, from cosmetic procedure clients to patients with psoriasis, vitiligo, or other skin disorders.
To read the original press release ("PhotoMedex Helps Clinics Ensure Positive Patient Experience…", Business Wire, April 21, 2009), visit: Business Wire.
Herbal Supplements & Aesthetic Surgery May Not Mix
A report published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (April/May 2009) raises concerns about patient use of over-the-counter medicinal products prior to undergoing aesthetic procedures. Research findings reveal that more than 40% of plastic surgery patients included in the study took herbal supplements (such as echinacea, garlic, ginkgo biloba, and ginseng) two weeks before procedures were performed. More disturbing is the likelihood that most patients (up to 70%) will not disclose the supplements they're taking. The primary issue is whether such products have adverse effects with respect to bleeding, the cardiovascular system, sedation, etc.
To read the original press release ("Are Herbal Supplements Putting Aesthetic Surgery Patients At Risk?", PR Newswire, April 14, 2009), visit: PR Newswire. For information about cosmetic procedures, visit: American Society for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery.
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