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The following is information and news coming from the most recent publication of Medesthetics Magazine (November/December 2006 issue) that I feel is useful to those in the skin care profession as well as the public using skin care products.

Hydroquinone Alert
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reversing its stance on hydroquinone. In September 2006, it issued notice of a proposed rule that would make it illegal to use the skin-bleaching drug in over-the-counter preparations.

The action is based on new data on the incidence of ochronosis (bluish blac discoloration of tissue)caused by hydroquinone use and the potential carcinogenic risk from the drug. The FDA intends to consider all skin-bleaching drug products, whether currently marketed on a prescriptoin or OTC basis, as new drugs requiring an approved new drug application for continued marketing.

For more information, visit www.fda.gov

Massage Styles & Techniques

Swedish/European Body Massage:
Techniques used: Kneading, stroking, rubbing, gliding, tapping and shaking.

Beneficial for arthritis, joint stiffness, carpal tunnel syndrome, PMS, sciatica, and sports injuries.

Results: Relieves stress and tension; promotes an overall sense of well being.

Shiatsu:
Techniques Used: Tapping, squeezing, rubbing, applied pressure, assisted stretching and massage strokes.

Beneficial for energy imbalance, arthritis and joint stiffness.

Results: An overall sense of inner peace; improves circulation, energy flow and posture.

Deep Tissue:
Techniques Used: Slow strokes and applied pressure

Beneficial for sports injuries and chronic muscle pain

Results: Relieves pain from the body; releases toxins and tension from the muscles.

Lymphatic Drainage:
Techniques Used: Light rhythmic strokes

Beneficial for soreness, aches, pains, colds, infections and other illness.

Results: Restores lymph system and clears its passages.

Reflexology:
Techniques Used: Acupressure is performed on hands and feet.

Beneficial for stress relief.

Results: Restores normal functioning and health to related organs.

Acupressure:
Techniques Used: Deep finger pressure along different points of body’s meridians.

Beneficial for fatigue, headaches and backaches.

Results: Relieves pain, balances the body and aids in maintaining optimum health.