Histogen Presents Feasibility Data on Hair Growth and Laser Resurfacing

Evaluations of HGEN-001 formulation indicate capabilities for new hair follicle creation and more rapid healing post-laser resurfacing.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 16, 2008 — Histogen Inc., a regenerative medicine company developing solutions based on the products of newborn fibroblasts, today presented findings from preliminary evaluations of the Company’s HGEN-001 formulation, during International Investigative Dermatology 2008, taking place May 14-17, 2008 in Kyoto, Japan.

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As a hair, beauty and fashion trend watcher, I have to keep my eyes on all the emerging social arenas, which is why I am an avid Hills watcher.

The Hills (MTV) is fascinating on a number of fronts, from the interpersonal relationships (note to LC - LO is coming between you and the adorable Adrina) to the career building episodes.

If you’re not a Hills fan, the short version is that Heidi, the former Millenium roommate who betrayed a long trusted friendship with Lauren for a - gasp - guy (Spencer Pratt), has now repeated history by dumping an incredible career opportunity.

Yes, sad to say, after already destroying close friendships with Lauren and Adrina, Heidi walked out on a truly spectacular job opportunity working for one of the hottest new casino projects in Las Vegas for one of the most brilliant business gurus in the world.

The blonde, plastic enhanced Heidi, left her flabbergasted boss standing on the curb while she was checking out of the hotel with the dastardly Spencer.

Yes, it’s the latest buzz amongst Hills fans.  How could Heidi do that?

Having struggled through the last few years with a team of Milleniums (Millies) I am not remotely surprised that Heidi threw away a fabulous career opportunity for love.  Yes, it’s true she is an MTV Reality “star” but how much good did that do a whole slew of other reality stars whose names we have now completely forgotten?  She may be popular now but we all know about reality stars and their 5 minutes of fame.

Heidi’s actions are classic Millenium.

Sadly Milleniums (Millies), who generally range in age between 21-27, have a completely different mindset about life, their careers, work ethics and general expectations.   Millies (like the early 20 year old Heidi) are appalled at the thought of accepting entry-level jobs.  A starting salary in the mid 40s or low 50s is considered “insulting”.  They don’t do that old fashioned, starting at the bottom and working their way up to the top “thing”.  Many expect to start out on the cover of Time as some sort of software guru, queen of fashion designs or business genius.

Never mind that Millies have little or no experience and have little understanding of good work ethics, how a solid business should run or the meaning of professionalism.

As I have lived through the trauma and drama of hiring, firing and managing Millies, I have figured out my own coping mechanisms.  If a Millie has a lot of raw potential, the indication of an abundance of brain cells and a good heart, I exercise patience, good humor and attempt to whip them into shape, rather than giving into the natural instinct to cut my losses and run.

Would I be surprised if one of “my” Millies dumped a great job opportunity to run off with their hottie of the moment?  Absolutely not.  My mouth wouldn’t even pop open.

With age comes wisdom and the understanding that many times on our way up the path we have to run into a few brick walls and make a ton of mistakes to help us realize the error of our ways.  Some people realize their misguided paths and move into new directions,  Others don’t.

Maybe Heidi’s career as a D-List Reality Star will elevate her to A Star Status.  Or maybe her quest to have her own show, her own fashion line or other attempts to stretch her five minutes of fame into instant SuperStar Status will work out for her.

As Ashlee Simpson says “only time will tell”.  I for one will be watching.

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Certainly if you’re in business, the title - Better Business Bureau Blackmail - got your attention. It’s the addition of the last B to the famous BBB that is of key significance.

Contrary to a long held consumer myths, threatening to call in the BBB, as they are known, when the consumer is not getting their way with a business, does not actually work. If anything, it will probably backfire in a number of ways.

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Imagine how thrilled I was when I saw that Marissa Shipman’s BalmsAway Eye Makeup Break-up was featured in the Look What We Found section of the June 2008 O - The Oprah Magazine. Yes, I know. HairBoutique.com is about…well…hair.

But being a girly girl, I love everything that goes with hair including cool lip balms, eye makeup, fragrances, accessories….you know the gig.

Yes, I am obsessed with hair but it seems a crime to have awesome hair and blah eyes. If you have great hair, great eye make-up and fab earrings, it seems a shame to have a paleface, no lip gloss and a blah outfit. You see where this is all going? Yes, indeed.

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After much research and several trial and error attempts, I think I have finally nailed down how to get full sexy lips without the cost of injections. And trust me, at $400 a syringe and three syringes a visit - getting your lips done every 5 months practically becomes a second car payment.

I have compiled below, tips and tricks from various sources - some from friends, some from my insider at M-A-C, and some from my trial and error adventures as well as recommended products. Enjoy!

All products mentioned below can be found by visiting http://mp.hairboutique.com

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Actually this is one of those good news/bad news things. I was thumbing through the April 2008 issue of Oprah’s magazine and a question from an anonymous reader, to columnist Dr. David L. Katz, caught my eye.

The reader asked if it’s true that a virus can cause weight gain. The answer? Yes!

Wow. I know they are finding all sorts of links to genes that may cause hair to behave a certain way (grow, fall out, get thicker) but I had no idea that we could gain weight from catching a virus.

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It finally happened, my beloved Tivo crashed and burned last night. It has been officially been proclaimed dead.

Contrary to popular opinion, I am not actually addicted to television. The reality? I’m a writer (amongst my other duties as CEO). Not only do I write literally hundreds of articles every year for HairBoutique.com, I also write for 101 Celebrity Hairstyles Magazine, I have a hair column called HairDoctor that appears in various magazines and I write for MMI Short Cuts. My articles also appears in the various MMI Gallery magazines and seasonal specials and I free lance for other magazines. But I’m already boring myself with all this, so without further commentary, lets just say blah, blah, blah.

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I grew up in St. Louis to orange freezes and double steakburgers with cheese.  When I was a little girl and my baby sister was being born, my dad distracted my little brother and I at the Steak & Shake on Hampton Avenue in South St. Louis.  The first place I circled with my new drivers license at age 16 was the Steak & Shake on Chippewa. 

By the time I was ready to graduate from high school I had been on many dates at Steak & Shake.  In one case, Glen Navarro, a crush from my last two years at Bishop Du Bourg High School came back from his tour in the Navy to take me for a Steak burger with 1000 Island Dressing.  It was a memorable evening. 

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A lot of hair myths exist involved “medium” length hair.or hairstyle.  Really, what is the true definition of medium length hair versus very short, short, long and ultra long? 

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Gold’s per-ounce price could top $1,000 this year, say some gold industry analysts.

Meanwhile, as global demand set records in 2007, the precious metal’s current high-price and volatility poses “challenges” to the jewelry industry generally, and U.S. jewelry retailers specifically, says a new World Gold Council report.

What does that mean for fashionistas?  High prices on high fashion accessories made with gold and of course accelerated pricing on gold wedding and engagement rings.  What to do?  Turn to silver or other precious metals and wait for the gold market to adjust.  After all, like in fashion, what goes up, always goes down.

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