Scalp Treatments

Nioxin offers scalp treatments with SPF15 sunscreen for noticeably thinning hair. The treatments provide vitamin-enriched nourishment for the scalp and hair; energize scalp skin; exfoliate dead, follicle-clogging skin cells; and safeguard against future buildup of environmental toxins and excess hormones. Each treatment is enhanced with BioAMP™ technology, which adds thickness from inside the cuticle and strengthens the hair shaft, and the Scalp Access™ delivery system, which helps protect nutrients as they nourish the scalp and hair.

Four formulas are available: Scalp Treatment System 2 for fine, natural (not chemically enhanced) hair; Scalp Treatment System 4 for fine, chemically enhanced hair; Scalp Treatment System 6 for medium or coarse, natural hair; and Scalp Treatment System 8 for medium or coarse, chemically enhanced hair.

For additional information, contact Nioxin Research Laboratories Inc, 2124 Skyview Dr, Lithia Springs, GA 30122; (800) 628-9890; www.nioxin.com.

Body-Wrap Treatment

Plantogen introduces Raw Sugar & Rice Bran body-wrap treatment, which includes a combination of the exfoliating benefits of Plantogen Raw Sugar & Rice Bran body scrub and the healing properties of Manuka Honey and Shea Butter body moisturizer in a warm body wrap. The treatment is an ideal remedy for stressed, tired, winter-weathered skin.

For additional information, contact Plantogen, 5 New Pasture Rd, Newburyport, MA 01950; (800) 851-6533; www.plantogen.com.

Pain-Control Pump

The AutoMed® postoperative pain-control pump by McKinley Medical offers plastic surgeons a cost-efficient option in electronic drug-infusion technology for managing postoperative pain. Providing the accuracy and therapeutic flexibility of an electronic device, the AutoMed pump is convenient for single- or multi-patient use. The portable pump delivers a continuous controlled infusion directly to the surgical site or the perineural area for regional anesthesia.

While wearing the AutoMed pump, patients can press a bolus-dose button to deliver additional anesthetic to relieve breakthrough pain. It can be used with an integrated 150– to 250-mL medication reservoir or any standard-size medication container, as well as a perineural catheter and two sizes of the McKinley Saturation Catheter™. The pump’s small size, ease of use, and alarm signals ensure patient safety during the recovery period.

For more information, contact McKinley Medical, 4080 Youngfield St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033; (800) 578-0555; www.mckinleymed.com.

Scar Cream

Talsyn™-CI/bid scar cream by MedElite is a lipid–peptide compound developed to manage new and old scars, as well as skin lacerations, abrasions, burns, surgical incisions, keloids, and hypertrophic scars. It facilitates healing and improves the appearance, redness, and tensile strength of scars in as little as 2–4 weeks. The proprietary, patent-pending blend of ingredients penetrates deeply into the skin, stimulating the synthesis of new collagen, which is vital to wound healing. Other ingredients provide anti-inflammatory properties, and botanical nutrients help the skin repair itself to closely resemble its original condition. The cream has a pleasant fragrance and does not stain clothing or bedding.

For additional information, contact MedElite Inc, 304 Diamond Dr, Newtown, PA 18940; (800) 862-6107; www.talsyn.com.

Skin Serum

Poly-Vitamin Serum by IS Clinical is a re­storative formula designed to hydrate, regenerate, and repair the skin while delivering a com­­bination of vitamins, bionutrients, and anti­oxidants to fight disease-causing and age-related free-radical damage to the skin. Poly-Vitamin Serum decreases fine lines and wrinkles, smoothes skin texture, and rapidly improves skin conditions.

For additional information, contact IS Clinical, 312 Western Ave, Glendale, CA 91201; (888) 804-4447; www.innovativeskincare.com.

Medical Headlight

Optica® by PMT is a cordless headlight that may be used for any procedure that requires small, homogenous, and well-defined spots.  It offers 100% mobility and is virtually maintenance-free. The lightweight (7.5-oz) headlight’s comfort is due to its highly memory-resistant foam padding. The headlight is fully adjustable, which helps it fit every user. Its high-power 3-W LED beam will not burn or dry illuminated tissue, has a lamp life of 25,000 hours, and is more energy-efficient than xenon or halogen lamps. Optica is packaged in a custom protective case for easy storage and transport.

For additional information, contact PMT Corp, 1500 Park Rd, Chanhassen, MN 55317; (952) 470-0866; www.pmtcorp.com.

LED-Light Therapy

The Revitalight skin-care system provides noninvasive skin treatments with painless LED-light therapy. In an average of six to eight 20-minute sessions with the Revitalight system, patients will notice how different their skin looks and feels. Already cleared by the FDA for treating acne and pain, Revitalight uses LED therapy procedures, which work by pulsating colored light into the skin. The Revitalight LED directs light energy from the pulsator to specific problem areas, rather than using the “broad-brush” approach used by other LED devices.

Red LEDs prevent the appearance of aging and promote photorejuvenation, amber LEDs trigger pain relief, and blue LEDs treat acne. A disposable plastic pulsator cover ensures cleanliness, while trained professionals apply the proper technique to stimulate skin for a smoother, healthier appearance.

For additional information, contact Skincare Technology Inc, 119 W Hubbard St, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60610; (888) 807-7546; www.revitalight.com.

Magnification Light

Derungs® Medical Lighting introduces the HLL-404 handheld “Woods” magnification light. The dual-purpose HLL-404 is used for traditional dermatology and ophthalmology illumination, such as diagnoses of skin conditions and corneal ailments. The handheld light features two 4-W white bulbs for general inspection and two 4-W UV bulbs for enhanced diagnostic work. The UV bulb option is available by pushing a button on the lighthead.

The portable HLL-404 also features a permanent optical-quality 4-diopter (2X) glass lens, which provides a 10-inch focal distance for enhanced inspection work.

For additional information, contact Derungs Medical Lighting, 9 W Century Dr, Wheeling, IL 60090; (800) 634-0007; www.waldmannlighting.com.

Management Software

Aesthetic Technologies introduces seeQuence, a user-friendly image-management and image-storage system that allows physicians to digitally file, store, organize, and print photos that demonstrate health care procedures. The system automatically categorizes each image, using multiple search-and-retrieve keys, and automates the critical printing and sharing of before-and-after images. The software allows health care practitioners who are converting from film to digital photographs to increase staff productivity, cut costs, and manage legal risks.

For additional information, contact Aesthetic Technologies, 14828 W Sixth Ave, Unit B-9, Golden, CO 80401; (800) 262-4412; www.parisianpeel.com.

Anesthetic Gel

ESBA Labs offers Topicaine® 4% and 5% topical anesthetic gel in child-resistant tubes. Topicaine 4% gel is translucent and non­oily, and it is specially formulated to penetrate skin to prevent and relieve pain caused by electrolysis, waxing, laser hair removal, skin resurfacing, and tattoo re­moval. Topicaine 5% gel promotes wound healing with aloe vera gel, bisabolol, and shea butter. It may also be used in the perianal area for hemorrhoidal pain.

For additional information, contact ESBA Labs Inc, 1001 Jupiter Park Dr, Suite 112, Jupiter, FL 33458; (800) 677-9299; www.topicaine.com.

Patient Gown

The Bair Paws gown by Arizant Healthcare offers perioperative comfort warming and clinical warming for extremity procedures. It al­lows pa­tients to adjust their thermal comfort with a handheld controller. When patients maintain their own thermal comfort, nurses can spend less time retrieving warmed cotton blankets and more time on other patient-care matters. The Bair Paws gown can also be used any time a patient gown is needed.

For additional information, contact Arizant Healthcare Inc, 10393 W 70th St, Eden Prairie, MN 55344; (800) 800-4346; www.arizant.com.

Eye Serum

Eye Contour Serum from Secrets de Sothys reverses puffiness, bags, dark circles, and wrinkles accentuated by inevitable hormonal and environmental damage—at any stage in the aging pro­cess. The therapeutic formula smoothes out crow’s feet and deeper eye wrin­kles, reduces undereye bags, and lightens the appearance of dark shadows. The serum contains a combination of iris and prickly-pea extracts that preserve and repair the viability of cells damaged by aging and free radicals.

For additional information, contact Sothys USA, 1500 NW 94th Ave, Miami, FL 33172; (800) 325-0503; www.sothys-usa.com.

Latex Gloves

Regent Medical introduces Biogel Eclipse™ surgical gloves made from highly refined natural rubber latex. The soft, powder-free gloves provide a comfortable fit along with reduced levels of extractable latex protein for increased safety. Biogel Eclipse features an inner polymer coating for damp or dry hands.

For additional information, contact Regent Medical, 3585 Engineering Dr, Suite 250, Norcross, GA 30092; (678) 250-7900; www.regentmedical.com.

Compression Wear

Lipo In a Box® offers Phase2­Wear™ Stage 2 compression garments, which offer comfort and support to patients after surgery. The seamless or minimal-seam gar­­­­ments are available in sizes XS–2X and in either nude or black. Brochures are available.

For additional in­formation, contact Lipo in a Box Phase2­Wear, PO Box 290219, Nashville, TN 37229-0219; (866) LIPO-BOX; www.lipoinabox.com.

Spa Cookbook

The Spa Pantry cookbook by Universal Companies features recipes to help create signature body, facial, hair, scalp, and hydrotherapy treatments. The easy-to-use cookbook in­cludes recommended ingredients and  mixing ratios, health benefits, and helpful hints.

For additional information, contact Universal Companies Inc, 18260 Oak Park Dr, Abingdon, VA 24210; (800) 558-5571; www.universalcompanies.com.

Surgical Blade

MicroAire Surgical Instruments introduces the EpiCut V-shaped blade on a handle designed for de-epithelialization of tissue for breast reduction and tram flaps. The curved, sterile single-use blade helps reduce the potential of cutting into the dermis.

For additional information, contact MicroAire Surgical Instruments, 1641 Edlich Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911; (800) 722-0822; www.microaire.com.

Skin Clarifier

Packed with hydrating, pure, and fresh botanicals, Living Cell Clarifier by GlyMed Plus protects living skin cells against free radical invasion and inflammation. It also corrects damage initiated from aging, sun, and chemicals. Living Cell Clarifier battles age spots and sun spots naturally without irritating chemicals or prescription drugs. The clarifier contains megadoses of pigment-fighting ingredients, including licorice extract, Mag-C, Ester-C™, Hawaiian seaweed, mulberry, and bearberry (known to provide natural hydroquinone for almost perfect skin tone). The product is safe to use daily on all skin types and colors.

For additional information, contact Advanced Aesthetics, 235 N Main, Spanish Fork, UT 84660; (800) 676-9667; www.glymedplus.com.

Antioxidant Cleansing Pads

Topix Pharmaceuticals introduces Citrix® Antioxidant Cleans­ing Pads. These convenient, easy-to-use towel­ettes gently cleanse the skin of excess oil, makeup, and other debris, leaving behind protective and nourishing antioxidants and citrus extracts that improve skin tone and texture. Each pad is laden with vitamin C, an antioxidant proven to neutralize damage caused by free radicals, and contains the liposomal vitamins A and E, green-tea extract, and coenzyme Q10. The pads also stimulate collagen growth for healthy skin elasticity, texture, and radiance.

For additional information, contact Topix Pharmaceuticals Inc, 174 Route 109, West Babylon, NY 11704; (800) 445-2595; www.topixpharm.com.

Dry-Peel Laser

The Whisper™ dry-peel laser by Radiancy delivers a safe and fast full-laser facial in minutes and achieves results with pinpoint accuracy, providing a deeper peel, with more predictable results, than a chemical peel. The Whis­per laser treatment reduces pores, diminishes discolorations, smoothes fine lines, and significantly im­proves skin texture. The “dry” peel is easily tolerated, with no wiping necessary and no downtime. Makeup can be applied the next day.

For additional information, contact Radiancy Inc, 40 Ramland Rd S, Suite 10, Orangeburg, NY 10962; (888) 661-2220; www. radiancy.com.