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NeoStrata Research Validates Anti-Aging Benefits of At-Home AHA Peels As Complement to In-Office Non-Invasive Cosmetic Procedures

PRINCETON, N.J., Feb. 11 PRNewswire — NeoStrata today released new clinical research that validates the benefits of alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) at- home peels in obtaining skin rejuvenation benefits as a complement to medical anti-aging treatments such as lasers and microdermabrasion. The data were highlighted in the Poster Session at the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology in San Antonio.

"Physician-dispensed home peels provide significant anti-aging and skin- smoothing benefits," said Barbara Green, Vice President for Technology and Clinical Affairs at NeoStrata. "Our research shows that AHA home peels offer meaningful anti-aging benefits to supplement the effects of in-office aesthetic procedures, such as non-ablative lasers, stronger in-office glycolic peels and microdermabrasion."

A group of 17 patients received an AHA at-home peel for weekly use over two months. A second group of 23 patients used an AHA/poly-hydroxy acid (PHA) peel twice a week for four months. Both groups also used bionic/PHA homecare products in between peels. Participants noted improvements in the appearance of skin texture, wrinkles and radiance. Eighty-three percent of patients in the twice a week protocol perceived younger-looking skin within four weeks or less, and the majority perceived healthier looking skin and reduced pore size. Patients reported at-home peels were well-tolerated and non-irritating.

Supportive at-home products included a PHA cleanser; bionic/PHA or PHA day cream with SPF 15; and bionic/PHA night cream. All products complemented at- home peels and were selected to provide additional anti-aging benefits, including diminished appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, even skin tone.

"Our study demonstrates that the use of doctor-dispensed AHA home peel products can be a very convenient and flexible first step in a comprehensive skin rejuvenation program," said Ms. Green. "The data also suggests that home peels are a reliable way to boost the effect of in-office cosmetic procedures or to maintain skin between procedures."

About NeoStrata

The NeoStrata Company, located in Princeton, NJ, develops and markets advanced therapeutic and cosmetic dermatological products through consumer outlets and physicians' offices in the United States and internationally through physicians' offices, pharmacies and spas.

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