Alacer introduces new use for Melatonin: Topical Nutrition Application for hair and scalp.IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 10, 1996--"Another nutritional health break-through" is Alacer Corp.'s description of a new application of melatonin melatonin: see pineal gland. melatonin Hormone secreted by the pineal gland of most vertebrates. It appears to be important in regulating sleeping cycles; more is produced at night, and test subjects injected with it become sleepy. , as found in Alacer's Vitastic Spray Alive Hair and Scalp Tonic. Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced by the pineal gland pineal gland (pĭn`eəl), small organ (about the size of a pea) situated in the brain. Long considered vestigial in humans, the structure, which is also called the pineal body or the epiphysis, is present in most vertebrates. in the brain which has been linked with changes in sleep and biological rhythms and has been the recipient of national media and news coverage. Through the use of Alacer's new patented Vitastic Topical Nutrition delivery system, Vitastic Spray Alive is the world's first topical application of melatonin -- specifically formulated for the benefit of the hair and scalp. It is the first application of melatonin that is designed to be used throughout the day and will not induce drowsiness. Until now, melatonin has been associated with changes in sleep and has been primarily used as a supplement taken only in the evening. However, its recent popularity has been derived from theories of other benefits including anti-aging, cardiovascular improvements, sexual enhancement and even benefits for the hair and scalp. It has been established that melatonin production in the pineal gland continually declines from age 16. Recent laboratory testing shows that when younger pineal glands are transplanted into old mice that have suffered hair loss, the increased melatonin production quickly restores their hair and vigor. Accordingly, Alacer feels that the addition of melatonin to the patented Topical Nutrition product of Vitastic Spray Alive, gives the hair follicles Hair follicles Tiny organs in the skin, each one of which grows a single hair. Mentioned in: Alopecia the hormone they need at a level that will not have a sedative sedative, any of a variety of drugs that relieve anxiety. Most sedatives act as mild depressants of the nervous system, lessening general nervous activity or reducing the irritability or activity of a specific organ. effect. "It's the natural way to go," comments Jay Patrick, president of Alacer and creator of Vitastic Spray Alive, "through topical nutrition, we deliver melatonin in a pristine state, bypassing contact with the hydrochloric acid of the stomach. Moreover this localized concentration of melatonin cannot be achieved through oral consumption, since the concentration of the entire body would have to be raised proportionately -- as much as 2000 times the amount applied topically! This could have adverse effects." Alacer isn't new to melatonin products. Under the trade name of Mela-T, Alacer has garnished a reputation as the leader in innovation with melatonin formulations. Mela-T is a low dosage sublingual sublingual /sub·lin·gual/ (-ling´gwal) hypoglossal; beneath the tongue. sub·lin·gual adj. Abbr. SL Below or beneath the tongue; hypoglossal. melatonin lozenge lozenge /loz·enge/ (loz´enj) [Fr.] 1. troche; a discoid-shaped, solid, medicinal preparation for solution in the mouth, consisting of an active ingredient incorporated in a suitably flavored base. 2. with the nutritional support of calcium-magnesium ascorbate a·scor·bate n. A salt of ascorbic acid. ascorbate a compound or derivative of ascorbic acid. See also sodium ascorbate. and zinc ascorbate (non acidic forms of vitamin C to aid in muscle function and relaxation), magnesium citrate and B6 (for protein metabolism and your body's own production of melatonin). Vitastic Spray Alive Hair and Scalp Tonic is part of Alacer's Vitastic Line of Topical Nutrition Products. Also available in the Vitastic line are Vitastic Body Revitalizer and Vitastic Muscle Gel. Soon to be announced To be announced (TBA) A contract for the purchase or sale of an MBS to be delivered at an agreed-upon future date but does not include a specified pool number and number of pools or precise amount to be delivered. are Vitastic Miracle Mist (facial moisturizer mois·tur·iz·er n. A cosmetic lotion or cream applied to the skin to counter dryness. moisturizer n → crema hidratante moisturizer moist n ), Vitastic Shampoo, Vitastic Conditioner and Vitastic Nasal Spray. Based in Irvine, Calif., Alacer Corp. is a leading manufacturer of over 70 dietary and nutritional supplements, headed by their flagship product "Emergen-C." America's Vitamin C drink mix, furnishing one gram (1000 mg.) of mineral ascorbates, with 200 mg. of powerful potassium, other major minerals and B vitamins per packet. Alacer products are available at finer health food stores nationwide. Note To Editors: Photo materials (color, B/W B/W Black and White B/W Between B/W be with B/W Bundled With B/W Backed With (recording industry) B/W backwash B/W B-Wing (Star Wars) B/W Back of Walk ) available upon request. CONTACT: Alacer Corp., Irvine, Calif. Michael Maynard, 714/951-9660 alacercorp@aol.com |
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