The condition of a woman's skin has a serious impact on her self-esteem, according to results from a new landmark skin care survey announced today sponsored by Obagi Medical Products, Inc. (Nasdaq: OMPI - News), a leader in physician-dispensed topical aesthetic and therapeutic skin health systems. The survey, entitled "Women and Skincare: A Quest For Real Results," was developed to identify women's attitudes, behaviors and desires when it comes to skin health. Further, even though the majority of respondents feel a skin care professional is the best source for skin care information, they continue to seek solutions without the advice of a medical skincare professional.

The majority of women (84%) have at least one issue with their skin. This peaks among women in their 40s, who report having four skin care issues.

Madeline Johnson Marketing & Public Relations Beauty Newsflash

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SAVE AT THE SPA THIS SPRING & TAX SEASON
Shed some stress this spring at Willow Stream and Fairmont Spas around the world. With a two night minimum stay, an upgrade is guaranteed. Spa season packages start with incredible $169.00 room rates and also include spa robes and slippers to use during your stay, as well as products from Kerstin Florian International, a $25 Willow Stream or Fairmont Spa credit per person, a personal letter from the spa director, and a spa brochure and coordinator to help you choose your experiences and book appointments.

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GET STIMULATED, BRIGHTEN YOUR SMILE, SAVE ON 2007 TAXES, CRAZY SEXY CANCER and NY PHILHARMONIC

Joining us this morning with some tips for making that possible are authors of "Stimulated", Andrew Pek and Jeannine McGlade. .

ZAPZYT enters adult market

FLOWOOD — ZAPZYT Skin Care Products, distributed by Waltman Pharmaceuticals Inc., is now entering the adult acne category with the launch of Adult Acne Clearing Gel by ZAPZYT.

Adult Acne Clearing Gel was created for adults 25 and older who suffer from mild acne and need a topical treatment. This new formula contains salicylic acid, aloe and natural botanicals to reduce the redness and swelling acne normally causes.

The light gel smoothes into skin without any visible sign and is light enough that it can be worn under make-up.

"We are so excited to expand our line to include an Adult Acne Gel," says Whitney Burns, vice president of Waltman Pharmaceuticals.

Adult Acne Gel by ZAPZYT became available April 1.

Waltman Pharmaceuticals, based in Flowood, has been marketing the ZAPZYT line of skin care products since 1987.

'Kangaroo mother care' - how mothers can help premature babies to health with a simple cuddle

Cuddling up against a mother's bare skin can help tiny premature babies recover more quickly from the pain of being stuck with needles and other procedures, Canadian researchers have found.

But those studies involved older babies. Her team tested 61 premature babies born between 28 and 31 weeks.

Rite Aid Pharmacists Can Help Patients Breathe Easier, Manage Symptoms And Find Relief This Allergy Season

According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million Americans spend their spring season coughing, itching and sneezing, thanks to allergies. For those seeking relief, Rite Aid pharmacies nationwide have launched a two-month comprehensive initiative to help seasonal allergy sufferers understand and manage their reactions to allergens and survive the season.

During April and May, all Rite Aid stores will offer a free Allergy Guide that features information on how to avoid and treat allergies as well as a free Allergy Relief Plan, which offers advice on how to manage allergies inside and outside. Rite Aid created the guides in collaboration with the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), the largest professional medical specialty organization in the United States dedicated to advancing the knowledge and practice of allergy, asthma and immunology.

Unwind, the exotic way!

A break that not only prepares you for the roller coaster of a week ahead but also pampers you in a way so luxurious, that you'll feel nothing less than Cleopatra.

So how can an ordinary massage do the trick when the yearning is for something special, something exotic? Simple, just add some exotic ingredients and voila, you are ready for the soak of a lifetime!

Exotic massages are fast becoming a favourite indulgence among many aspiring patrons. With ingredients like caviar, champagne, pearls and aroma oils, massages have found an all-new meaning, making you revel in the joy of rejuvenating and simply sinful luxury.

Indiatimes explores the best of these exotic revitalizers and what makes them so tempting...

It's all in the name!

To begin with, the branding of a treatment matters.

Geologix Announces the Launch of new Mineral Essentials Website

New mineralessentials.com website offers skin care lotions and pain relief products using formula from 34 natural minerals.

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Injecting New Ideas into Drug-Delivery Systems

To get effectively from point A to point B, you need a safe and reliable mode of transportation. If your brakes are shot or your radiator is on the fritz, a faulty vehicle can break down and leave you stranded on the side of the road. Likewise, drug-delivery devices are the vehicles ensuring that critical treatments safely reach their destinations and their reliability is equally—if not more—important. Because if these delivery systems fail, you may find yourself in a dire situation where even AAA can’t help.

Luckily, drug-delivery technology appears to be advancing at a rapid clip. Baby boomers with longer life spans are placing a demand on the drug-delivery market for products that are convenient, safe, targeted, and user-friendly. Furthermore, a distinct trend toward home care and self-administration, as well as a more vocal and involved patient base, are requiring that drug-delivery OEMs step out of their comfort zones.