A launch party was held at Manhattan's trendy Bruno Jamais restaurant/club by Lifestyle PR agency KMR Communications, and CEO Katherine Rothman.

SKIN DEEP was created by Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Jeannette Martello. Dr. Martello has reviewed cases involving medical mistakes for 20 years given the fact that she also has a law degree. She noted the public’s ravenous appetite for information while hosting two popular nationally syndicated SKIN DEEP talk radio shows. SKIN DEEP was created in order to supply patients and consumers with information that can help them make the right decisions and find the right specialists for their needs. Education and guidance are the most important aspects of the SKIN DEEP brand, which includes the ground-breaking SKIN DEEP Magazine, the SKIN DEEP book series and informative website, www.SkinDeepWorld.com

In addition to an expert panel of physicians and experts dedicated to image enhancement, Carol Alt, Supermodel and author of Eating in the Raw graces the cover of the second issue of SKIN DEEP, which goes on sale Internationally January 24, 2006. Carol gets raw in a tell-tale interview.

The SKIN DEEP expert team includes:

· Dr. Richard Anderson is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Anderson pioneered “The Scarless Facelift”. For those of you who don’t want to look like you’ve “been done”, this article is essential.

· Boris Ackerman, M.D. is a plastic surgeon, Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, www.doctorackerman.com

· Richard Baxter, M.D. is a plastic surgeon, Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, www.baxterplasticsurgery.com

· Xavier Cabrera is a well-known Hollywood fashion expert and stylist. His star clientele include Mel Gibson, Angelina Jolie, Cindy Crawford, Jennifer Garner, Johnny Depp, Morgan Freeman, Tom Hanks, Renee Zellweger, Denzel Washington, Vanessa Williams, Denise Richards, Jack Nicholson, Sara Jessica Parker, Gwyneth Paltrow, Barry Manilow, Heather Locklear, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Anniston, Tyra Banks, Halle Berry, Cameron Diaz, Carmen Electra, Wil Smith, and Courtney Cox. Over the years he has worked on campaigns for Pepsi, Gap, American Express and Kodak. His work has appeared in Marie Claire, Allure, In Style, Vanity Fair and The New Yorker.

· Robert Findlay, DDS is a general and restorative dentist who places a strong emphasis on function and aesthetics. Findlay Dental Arts is found online at www.findlaydentalarts.com

· Stacey Nicol Folk, M.D. is a plastic surgeon, Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Folk has a private practice in Denver, CO.

· Lisa Freede is a top designer and visionary in the apparel and accessories industry. She worked in the wholesale market for companies such as Faded Glory and Calvin Klein for several years before designing her own line of clothing and accessories. Her designs are can be found in select high end stores and boutiques nationwide like Henri Bendel, Fred Segal and Bloomingdales. Lisa has also worked with stylists and celebrities to coordinate clothing for television, film and music videos, www.celebstylist.com

· Marianne Guarena is the Editor-in-Chief, and co-founder of Enhancement Media. Marianne has had extensive elective procedures over the last seven years. She has used her own personal experience to help patients better understand the reality and benefits of plastic surgery.

· Dr. Troy Robbin Hailparn is a female Board Certified obstetrician/gynecologist who contributes an article entitled, “The Kegel Laser Rescue” that will change women’s lives forever. This laser will actually improve your sex life! Dr. Hailparn has actual patients that have agreed to be interviewed for both radio and television!

· Sara Herrick, R.N. is a registered nurse. Her private practice is devoted to cosmetic laser and skin specialties. She is the co-founder of SkinDeepCare, www.skindeepcare.com

· Rebecca Cat Kidder is the founder of the original breast surgery mega site, Implant-Forum.com that has served female consumers for nearly a decade. The website has been recognized nationally by media outlets such as Allure, Ladies’ Home Journal, Los Angeles Magazine, USA Today and FOX News TV.

· Dr. Edwin Pound is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Atlanta, Georgia. Many females are interested in a “scarless” breast augmentation. Have you ever wondered how those “double D” implants get inserted through a tiny belly button? Dr. Pound has more experience than any other real plastic surgeon in the United States with this technique. In his article entitled, “Belly Button Breast Aug”, he tells all. Actual operative photographs (and the instruments used) can be viewed at the www.SkinDeepWorld.com website as of 8/30/05.

· Amiya Prasad, M.D. is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist with a private practice devoted to cosmetic surgery, www.puffyeyes.com, www.eyelifts.com.

· Julio Romano has been in the beauty business for over a decade. Most recently Julio was featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover, The Learning Channel’s Makeover Story and the Style Network’s Foodie Call. Julio’s newest project includes the development of a hair product line, Shampoolio, www.shampoolio.com

· James Thorton, M.D. is a plastic surgeon, Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is an Assistant Professor at the Parkland Health and Hospital System and his academic practice is devoted entirely to reconstructive surgery.

· Michael Thurmond of ABC's 'Extreme Makeover' does it “BETTER AND FASTER” than anyone else. Michael Thurmond is a master body sculptor and rapid weight loss expert. He has been transforming the bodies of thousands of satisfied clients (including numerous celebrities) over the last twenty-five years through his own customized “blueprinting” technique. Mr. Thurmond gives “Extreme Makeover” advice to SKIN DEEP readers.

· Vidal Sassoon was one of the most influential hair stylists of the mid-1960s. The experts from Vidal Sassoon contribute hair and style advice to readers.

· Dr. Oliver Zong, podiatrist to the stars, has many patients who push the limits in order to look and feel their best. How far would you go? Would you forego a toe? Dr. Zong tells readers exactly how far some people (including metrosexuals) will go to fit into stylish footwear in this article.

The second issue of SKIN DEEP is available at 72,000 bookstores & newsstands internationally

on January 24, 2006 for $6.99. www.SkinDeepWorld.com

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