…f scientific affairs at L’Oréal, said: “We’ve known for 100 years that hair grows and falls out. We haven’t known what makes hair regenerate until now. “It is all about hair stem cell environment. In 2000, we have published the existence of two stem cell reservoirs in the hair and, more recently, we have both identified the optimal environment and designed a molecule able to favor it. “Kérastase…
May 4 2013 | Posted in
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and stopped growing for more than two years. Consultant dermatologist Dr. Paul Farrant says: “There may be some regrowth so it’s worth a try, but no treatment will turn sparse locks into thick hair.” 3. NUDGE FROM NATURE ThikRX thikrx.co.uk WHAT? A range of lotions, shampoos and supplements that use natural ingredients, including an extract of a type of palm tree called saw palmetto. These are d…
Nov 27 2012 | Posted in
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Sultan Kosen, the world’s tallest man, may have finally stopped growing at a towering 8ft 3ins (251.4 cm) thanks to a pioneering new treatment. Turkish farmer Sultan Kosen, 29, suffers from the rare disorder acromegaly which causes his body to continually produce the growth hormone. Sultan Kosen’s condition was thought to have been caused by a tumor in the pituitary gland which is loc…
…her last two X-Men films, Halle Berry famously wore a skin-tight leather suit that showcased her slim physique. No word yet if the film, which is currently in pre-production and set to be released in 2014, will work around her pregnancy. Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez announced their engagement in 2012 and had planned to move to Paris with her 5-year-old daughter Nahla, but the move only served…
Apr 6 2013 | Posted in
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The Dog With The Longest Ears On The Planet. One Ton Crocodile Captured In Philippines. Largest Crocodile In The World. A woman with a four-inch tongue and another one with 10-foot fingernails are among entries in the 2012 edition of the Guinness Book of World Records. Aevin Dugas, 36, from New Orleans, US, is also gets an entry for having grown the world’s largest natural afro. She is…
Sep 15 2011 | Posted in
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…indness, spinal cord and other severe injuries, and new cells for damaged organs. The Sanger Institute research is focused on two main forms: 1. embryonic stem cells, which are harvested from embryos, 2. reprogrammed cells, also known as induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells), which are reprogrammed from ordinary skin or blood cells. iPS cells were first discovered in 2006. The iPS cells seeme…
…birth, is now more widely used for cosmetic purposes to either to enhance the appearance of the genitalia or boost sexual satisfaction. While the average age of those requesting the surgery is between 30-45 some doctors are concerned the trend is causing teenagers to become increasingly “misled or confused” about what is normal. In 2011 more than 2,140 U.S. women underwent vaginal rejuvenation, ac…
Aug 30 2012 | Posted in
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e, we lost nearly 4 million jobs. And we lost another 4 million before our policies were in full effect. Those are the facts. But so are these: In the last 22 months, businesses have created more than 3 million jobs. (Applause.) Last year, they created the most jobs since 2005. American manufacturers are hiring again, creating jobs for the first time since the late 1990s. Together, we’ve agree…
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered a biological clue to male baldness, raising the prospect of a treatment to stop or even reverse thinning hair. In studies of bald men and laboratory mice, US scientists pinpointed a protein that triggers hair loss. Drugs that target the pathway are already in development, they report in the journal Science Translational Medicine. The r…
Naomi Campbell revealed her incredibly receding hairline, the result of her over-reliance on hair extensions and weaves for most of her modelling career, as she enjoyed a holiday in Ibiza earlier this week. While Naomi Campbell, 42, still looked in great shape in her patterned bikini, all attention was focused on her hairline, with her exposed scalp causing concern. This is not the first time Nao…
Aug 9 2012 | Posted in
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Shanyna Isom, an university student from Memphis, has been labelled a medical mystery after falling victim to an unidentified illness which causes human nails to grow out of her hair follicles. Shanyna Isom, 28, suffered an allergic reaction three years ago which caused the debilitating syndrome which has left her struggling to walk and carry out daily chores. The young woman was left covered in…
Aug 11 2012 | Posted in
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On January 30, Erivedge (vismodegib) was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat adult patients with basal cell carcinoma, the most frequent type of skin cancer. Erivedge (vesmodegib) was approved by FDA to treat metastatic basal cell carcinoma. Genentech (division of Roche) developed the drug in collaboration with Curis. Erivedge will available in pharmacies within one or two…
…Emily Gibson wrote in the report. “In the mean time, the skin suffers the effects of the scorched battlefield,” she continued. The Independent reported that hair removal cost Americans $2.1 billion in 2011. Despite the health risks, Dr. Emily Gibson noted the practice’s popularity: “The amount of time, energy, money and emotion both genders spend on abolishing hair from their genitals is ast…
irst child, daughter Blue Ivy Carter, into the world in January 2012 – is said to be expecting again with her rapper husband Jay-Z. The New York Post claims “multiple sources” told them Beyonce, 31, is pregnant following her attendance at the star-studded Met Ball last week, where the star’s rumored pregnancy was the talk of the night. Beyonce is reportedly pregnant with baby No 2 The…
May 13 2013 | Posted in
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…nd democratic. Among US concerns are reports that a growing number of al-Qaeda linked militants are fighting alongside rebels in Syria. US intelligence officials quoted by AP news agency said at least 200 militants linked to al-Qaeda are already operating in Syria, and their numbers are growing as foreign fighters enter the country. US officials fear they could establish a presence similar to that…
says. Rod Littlewood, vice-president of the World Beard and Moustache Association, says it’s best for the moustachioed to avoid eating some food in public. “Candy floss is a horror!” 3. Get your family on side. Ram Singh Chauhan’s wife Asha says they used to fight over his moustache in the early years. “He used to take a long time to get ready, to wash and also people…
May 17 2012 | Posted in
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…ant and what you think in all areas of your life will help too. Take time to listen to yourself, catching sight of what appeals to you, noticing what attracts you and what feels easy and comfortable.” 3. NARCISSISTIC MOTHER “The definition of a <<narcissist>> is a person who is totally self-involved. “A mother with narcissistic tendencies will be largely unable to show the empathy that…
Jun 7 2012 | Posted in
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…eption that there was a linear evolution from monkey to ape to modern human. The research has been published in the journal Nature. Anthropologists have discovered three human fossils that are between 1.78 and 1.95 million years old. The specimens are of a face and two jawbones with teeth. Researchers have discovered that fossils from Northern Kenya show that a new species of human lived two mill…
Getting your toes sandal-ready is easy once you know how, and a good pedicure can last up to three weeks if done right. “Spending just 30 minutes on a proper DIY pedicure is one of the most transformative beauty treatments you can do,” says foot health expert, Margaret Dabbs. “Not only does a good pedi make your feet look groomed, it’s an instant confidence booster.” 1. File toe nails Firs…
Scientists have discovered that a harmless virus that lives on our skin could be used as a treatment for acne. The virus, called a phage, is naturally built to target and kill bacteria that cause acne – Propionibacterium acnes. Experts at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the University of Pittsburgh found 11 different versions of virus in this phage family that had this…
Sep 25 2012 | Posted in
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…est in Pablo Picasso’s Still Life with Tulips, painted in 1932 in under three hours. This disguised portrait of his mistress, Marie Therese Walter, fetched $28.6 million when it was last sold in 2000. Its estimate this time round is between $35 million and $50 million. Next week the two auction houses stage their contemporary sales, where works include Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Untitled 1…
Nov 7 2012 | Posted in
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than half of retailers to increase their “free shipping” budget, while one-third of retailers offered free shipping even earlier than they did last year. These retailers are smart, because 36% of shoppers surveyed said they’d increase their online shopping only if shipping were free. Nearly half of the retailers offered coupons or a percent off deals (45.0%), while more than one-…
Nov 20 2012 | Posted in
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Ob River, a large tanker carrying liquefied natural gas (LNG), is set to become the first ship of its type to sail across the Arctic. Ob River carrier left Norway in November and has sailed north of Russia on its way to Japan. The specially equipped tanker is due to arrive in early December and will shave 20 days off the regular journey. The owners say that changing climate conditions and a volat…
The US economy grew more than expected in the third quarter, official figures showed. The world’s largest economy expanded at an annualized rate of 2% in the third quarter, the Commerce Department said. The jump was partly due to a large increase in government spending. The figures are one of the last pieces of important economic data before the US presidential election between Barack Obama…
Cyber Monday 2012 in the US is projected to be the biggest ever online shopping day, according to analysts. Research firm Comscore said consumers would have spent $1.5 billion on so-called Cyber Monday, up 20% from last year. Online-sales tracker IBM Benchmark put the internet shopping rise even higher – up nearly 27% compared with the Monday after Thanksgiving last year. Smartphone and tab…
Nov 27 2012 | Posted in
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