COSMECEUTICAL COMPANY REPORTS SALES SURGE FOR NOVEL STRETCH MARK CREAM

Cult Following Grows for TriLASTIN-SR

Tue Jan 8, 2008 8:07am EST

CHADDS FORD, Pa., Jan. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- EC Research (ECR) announced sales of its innovative stretch mark recovery complex, TriLASTIN-SR, have surpassed goals for 2007, reflecting increased demand from recent media coverage in the US and abroad. The privately held company noted a surge of nearly 60 percent over 2006 sales as women worldwide seek out the product, creating a "beauty cult" brand.

"The success of TriLASTIN-SR is fueled by personal testimonials and recommendations," said Greg Cellini, President, ECR. "We are motivated by success stories from women worldwide who tell us the product restored their self-esteem and helped them regain confidence in their appearance."

TriLASTIN-SR was introduced in 2005 as an online brand (www.ecresearchcorp.com) and soon posted sales throughout 130 countries. Today, the stretch mark cream can also be found at the leading luxury stores A Pea in the Pod(R), Destination Maternity(R) and online at www.apeainthepod.com.

"Along with our luxurious fashions and exclusive designer brands, A Pea in the Pod offers our sophisticated client beautiful skin care products to help make her look and feel her best," said Rebecca Matthias, President and Chief Creative officer of A Pea in the Pod. "TriLASTIN-SR is consistently one of the best-selling body creams and many expectant women have come to depend on it."

Stretch marks are irregular furrowed bands caused by a rapid stretching of skin from weight gain, a condition that impacts 90 percent of pregnant women according to the American Academy of Dermatology. The excessive stretching breaks down the collagen and elastin fibers that provide suppleness, creating a dermal tear that turns into a scar. Although physicians experiment with a variety of laser treatments, there is no medical cure.

TriLASTIN-SR was created by cosmetic biochemists and features a custom blend of restorative plant extracts, proteins and anti-oxidants to target the source of the stretch mark scar. Promising results in as little as four weeks, the formula uses a two-phased delivery system to normalize stretch marks: de- hydrated microspheres attract moisture and rehydrate in the epidermis, while a virtual 'skin patch' of marine collagen protects the skin and delivers nourishing compounds.

"We hope to have broader distribution for TriLASTIN-SR in 2008," said Mr. Cellini. "Our long-term goal is to grow the TriLASTIN brand by developing effective science-based products to address a range of dermal imperfections, including cellulite."

About EC Research
EC Research is a pioneer in the development of original cosmeceutical solutions for difficult-to-treat skincare problems that impact confidence and quality of life. Sophisticated formulas harness clinically proven ingredients and breakthrough delivery systems to reduce the appearance of dermal imperfections including stretch marks, scars and facial wrinkles. Founded in 2003, EC Research is committed to setting a new standard of excellence in the cosmeceutical industry. For more information, visit www.ecresearchcorp.com.

About A Pea In The Pod
A Pea in the Pod is worn by Hollywood's 'A' list celebrities including Naomi Watts, Salma Hayek, Samantha Harris, Marcia Cross, Bryce Dallas Howard, Cate Blanchett and many more. A Pea in the Pod's luxurious fashions are for the discerning client and offer exclusive designer labels including Diane Von Furstenberg, Joes Jeans, 7 for all Mankind jeans, Vince and many others. The nation's luxury maternity designer has flagship boutiques on Madison Avenue, Beverly Hills and Oak Street and is part of Mothers Work, Inc., the leading designer and retailer of maternity fashion. www.apeainthepod.com or 1-877-apeapod. SOURCE EC Research (ECR)

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