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June 19, 2013

Pharmacy Choice - Pharmaceutical News - Cynosure Gets FDA Clearance for At-Home Device to Treat Wrinkles [Professional Services Close - Up] - June 19, 2013

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7/29/12 - Cynosure Gets FDA Clearance for At-Home Device to Treat Wrinkles [Professional Services Close - Up]

Cynosure announced that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market a home-use over the counter device for the treatment of facial wrinkles.

According to a release, the device was developed in partnership with Unilever, a consumer goods company. The device, which is indicated for the treatment of both periorbital and perioral wrinkles, is expected to be launched commercially by Unilever in 2013.

"FDA clearance of this device marks a significant milestone in our alliance with Unilever to develop light-based devices for the consumer market," said Michael Davin, Cynosure's President and Chief Executive Officer. "Our strategic partnership with Unilever blends our expertise in developing market leading light-based technology that emphasizes patient safety and clinical results, with Unilever's unparalleled innovation, branded marketing and distribution."

Cynosure signed a multi-year funded cooperative development agreement with Unilever in June 2009 to develop and commercialize light-based devices targeting the home use personal care market.

Cynosure develops and markets aesthetic treatment systems.

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