"Genetic Cosmetic Makes Old Skin Like New"

"Scientists at Stanford have reversed the aging of skin in mice, making it look and act like new skin.

The researchers first discovered a protein that plays a role in skin aging. Then they used a lotion that inhibited the protein in a genetically engineered mouse. After two weeks of treatment with their genetic cosmetic, the skin of older mice displayed the look and genetic profile of younger skin.

"It would be the best wrinkle cream ever, because it would actually work," said Alexander Hoffman, a biochemistry professor at the University of California at San Diego who did not participate in the study. "