Easeamine Anti-Wrinkle Cream: Beyond Divine Intervention, What Do We Know About the Product?

On April 22, 2009 I wrote a post on wrinkle cream and activism: Divine Intervention? Easeamine Dual Purpose Skin Cream Fights Wrinkles on Behalf of the Haves and the Have Nots.

In yet another act of Divine Intervention, Anne of Carversville is receiving major web traffic from readers searching for information about Easeamine.

Our rank today in both Google search and Google images puts us right under the Easeamine website, in an Easeamine Google search.

My post today on Easeamine isn’t focused on the creative activism of Carmelites in Massachusetts.

Today we’re talking wrinkles and what we actually know about Easemine, before we buy one of the 32,000 tubes the Carmelites must sell, to break even on the product.

Because this is a charity — one many of us would like to support — I must point out that it’s unclear to me exactly what the Carmelites own, when it comes to Easeamine. They do not own the patent to the product.

The only real information that we have on Easeamine is the before and after photos on the website. They are impressive.

Photos from Easeamine.com

Before using Easeamine

After 12 weeks of EaseamineWhen I first wrote the Easeamine article, it never occurred to me that my own reputation for excellence could be impacted by the product’s efficacy and reliability. Does it work? What are the ingredients? Am I allergic to any of those ingredients? Is it natural, organic? Does it contain lead?

What are fair standards in the beauty industry for online selling of 40 grams of Easeamine at a price of $65.00?

Before using EaseamineAfter 12 weeks of Easeamin

Today’s NYTimes features a story Skin Deep - A Simple Smooch of a Toxic Shock? We want to know how much lead — if any — is in our lipstick brand and all the beauty products in our medicine cabinets.

I will advise you in advance, that as of this writing, Easeamine drops the ball in a major way, when it comes to product ingredient information. Mum’s the word.

My decision to pursue the subject of Easeamine in a more analytical way, came after researching the product extensively and finding so little information available. One of the few articles online, not a duplicate of the original feature, was written by the California Surgical Institute Blog, Botox-Like Wrinkle Eraser Discovered by Accident.

Before using EaseamineAfter 12 weeks of Easeamine

Note that there’s a minor conflict of interest between the California Surgical Institute Blog and Easeamine, which isn’t sold via doctors, as an alternative to botox.

However, the article Botox-Like Wrinkle Eraser Discovered by Accident confirms the esteemed credentials of James Dobson, Jr.,Ph.D., the cardiovascular physiologist, research scientist and University of Massachusetts professor, who worked for years on developing a natural biological substance, adenosine to combat heart disease — and discovered that his adenosine also builds collagen to plump facial wrinkles.

The California Surgical Institute Blog agrees that the photos on Easeamine’s efficacy appear to be authentic.

No Peer-Reviewed Clinical Studies

A couple years ago I worked on a superb women’s sexual lubricant, one which also had impressive results in initial testing. Working with venture capitalists to raise funds for the product, I came to understand the importance of peer-reviewed clinical studies, which are expensive to conduct.

When the California Surgical Institute Blog asked both Dr. Dobson and Carmel Laboratories, LLC in Worchester, Massachusetts about any clinical studies, the answer was and they quote: “At this point in time we are overwhelmed with requests such as yours, and cannot process and answer these requests adequately. We will keep you in mind for future consideration.”

The blog follows up with this comment, having nothing to do with my own opinion of Easeamine (I have none.)

Sounds like we applied for a job, huh? Anyhow, we leave you to draw your own conclusions.

While Easeamine probably won’t be hyped as much as the new wrinkle remover Dysport, it could work, if you trust the before and after pictures.

Note that the Dysport product, referred to, IS a product that will be sold by doctors and cosmetic procedure specialists, as an alternative to Botox. Dysport was just approved by the FDA end of April, 2009.

Saturday: Easeamine is only sold online at their website. With so little information about Easeamine, the best way to evaluate the product’s selling proposition is to compare it with prestige competitors in a similar business.

This weekend we will compare the online sales presentation of Easeamine with three similarly-priced, small company competitors who have established an excellent reputation in skin care. They are Dr. Hauschka, Dr. Perricone’s Anti-aging Wrinkle-fighting System, and Intelligent Nutrients.

See finished article: Selling Easeamine: Compared to Dr. Hauschka Skin Care; Dr. Perricone’s Anti-Aging Wrinkle-fighting System; and Intelligent Nutrients;

This exercise is not intended to compare product efficacy but product presentation and consumer-speak. You can do it yourself this minute by following the links.

Unfortunately, you will find Easeamine’s website woefully inadequate, in terms of customer information, compared to its competitors’. I assume that the lack of any ingredient information is legal, but woefully lacking for a high-end beauty product.

As my readers, you are coming to me for information and advice about Easeamine, when very little exists. As a learning experience for all of us, we will evaluate what quality companies offer us, in terms of consumer experience, in an effort to persuade us to buy their face creams, promoting healthy skin.

Update on Fri, July 31, 2009 by Anne

Anne here. I’ve begun using Easeamine, supplied to me by the producers. I’ve taken photos of my face and will track the progress visually for us on a weekly basis.

Comments

[Sally]

I bought a tube of Easeamine a few months ago and tracked my results by taking photographs. The wrinkle cream did nothing to help and my eyes were often burning a few minutes after applying it. I brought the tube to my dermetologist, who happens to be a good friend of mine. He ran a few studies and said the cream was "a scam" and showed no results of removing wrinkles. I then brought the tube to my eye Doctor since my eyes were watery and burning after application, and he advised me to discontinue use immediately. I would not recommend wasting your money on Easeamine.

[Anne]

Hi Sally.

Thanks so much for sharing your Easeamine experience with readers. Several people have written me privately, asking for my response, and I'm happy that they have yours as well.

I, too have tracked my progress with photos since July and will post them.

I've reviewed every ounce of information about Easeamine on the Internet, in addition to being in contact with the company. I'm not sure what your dermatologist saw that I haven't, but I find NO evidence that Easeamine is a scam. None.

Nor have I experienced any physical reactions of a negative nature -- but I do not have sensitive skin or eyes. Your experience should be noted by readers.

My sense about the Easeamine photos on their website is that the best ones are shown. I've asked for clarification if the photos are the best ones or average, and I don't have a response. I DO believe that the photos are real. I've also read the science and the patents on the process. I'm not a dermatologist, but the science makes sense to me.

I DO see improvement in my skin tone after using the product; Many friends have commented on my skin tone and that I look younger. I get that comment all the time generally, but I have received it even more on the Easeamine. I am on no Botox or filler, presently, but I do take bioidentical hormones, which have kept my skin wonderful. And I have a very youthful attitude.

Most of us would like to find the Fountain of Youth, wanting to look the best we can at our age. My view of Easeamine is that it's a B product, meaning that it does not replace botox or fillers. It's a question of budget in my opinion.

Filler and botox will run you $6-10,000 a year. Easeamine costs $65/mo and I haven't had an answer to exactly how long I should be using it. I believe that 90 days is the "treatment" and then there are updates. I asked, and will ask again this evening.

For the moment, let's say that Easeamine runs $800 a year. In my case I have seen results that are visible in photos, Although the changes are noticeable, they don't replace botox or filler. Without the botox, I do have wrinkles in my forehead, and I see little change in that zone.

I will return to botox and fillers, budget permitting. Let me say that the latter don't impact skin tone, and I believe that Easeamine does. (Note, I'm not saying that competitive products don't do as well. ) Easeamine has produced very noticeable results in my face, with smoother, brighter, tighter skin.

So I'm considering using Easeamine for skin tone and botox and filler for "full" wrinkle removal. I don't seek that young, tight look in my face, but I have an excellent doctor who leaves me looking very natural. That is my goal, to look vivacious and youthful but not fake in any way.

I will confer with the Easeamine folks and invite them to respond to this thread.

I cannot recommend Easeamine for a woman who believes that the product (or any similar one) will remove major wrinkles or folds around the mouth that must be treated with fillers. I do believe it's a beneficial skin-care product as long as expectations are reasonable for the money. Easeamine is not a face lift, but I believe that it's a beneficial product. Anne

[Br. Denns]

Blessings Anne and Sally,

I am new to the experience of blogging, as well as the skin care industry, so thanks for your patience and understanding.

Most importantly, Easeamine is not a “Scam”.

Our product is patented and its efficacy has been proven by an independent laboratory, i.e. a Safety & Efficacy Study. Adenosine Skin Technology, the effective ingredient in Easeamine, was patented by Dr. James G. Dobson, currently (as of December 2009) the Chairman of the Department of Physiology for the University of Massachusetts Medical School, (http://www.umassmed.edu). Dr. Dobson is the foremost authority in the world on Adenosine.

In regard to your doctor, who “ran a few studies and said the cream was “a scam” and showed no results of removing wrinkles”, is impossible for a number of reasons.

First, Easeamine does not “remove” wrinkles, but reduces fine lines and wrinkles, while increasing overall healthiness of the skin.

Second, the necessary “tests” for your doctor to come to his conclusion requires a minimum of $100,000 — $120,000. The first vehicle for an object conclusion of the effects of Easeamine would be a Franz Diffusion Cell test, which cost approximately $40,000. The Franz Diffusion Cell test basically measures the ability of a compound or substance to permeate a skin cell. Second, there is a need to study the chemical components of Easeamine in order to recognize the reliability and effect of each ingredient that compose the product. In short, this requires a substantial and current chemistry background relative to specific sciences: trans dermal, skin hydration and Adenosine, to name a few.

Third, is the need for a Safety & Efficacy test, which cost over $80,000. Our S&F measured both objective and subjective data. The objective data would scientifically measure, using appropriate industry standard scientific equipment, elements of the skin—from elasticity to actual diminishment of wrinkles. Our twelve-week study proved the efficacy of Easeamine.

Our technology is unique. We know that Adenosine is a natural occurring compound in the body. Our Technology increases the availability of adenosine to the dermal fibroblasts, increasing their ability to produce elastin and collagen, rendering the skin healthier and more youth–like. The “before and after” pictures on our web site are the effects of the twelve–week study.

If you would like to read more of the story and science of Easeamine, you may refer to our web site www.Easeamine.com or my blog: http://www.easeamine.com/wordpress/, which I began last week and will update regularly.

[Debra]

Sorry ladies this cream is no different than the other "miracle" creams. Save your money. Easamine did nothing for my fine lines and from now on I will only purchase products that are FDA approved. They claim to diminish fine lines, and I am only 32 with minor lines around my eyes and smile line- and I saw absolutely NO RESULTS! NO RESULTS AT ALL!

[formereasamineuser]

I did use easeamine to fantastic results for a years time, UNTIL they switched the formula. In November of 2010 they changed from the original product to a line of products. I inquired with the company about which of the creams in the new line most resembled the old cream, as I swore by it... they directed me to the day cream... well, let me tell you, it was like night and day.. the orginal cream was readily absorbed, left zero residue, could worn alone or under make up. The results were unbelieveable. The new cream was greasy, simply laid on top of the cream, as not absorbed at all, and would simply ball up and roll off if any attempt was made to manipulate it further into the skin. Due to the very noticeable slick greasy film and unabsorbed product on the face, it could not be worn alone or under make up, so to call it a day cream was entirely misleading. Given the great results I did achieve with the first formulation I decided to use the only time I could, which was at night. It broke my skin out, it remained greasy and balling up on the skin until morning.. it was a colossal disapointment. for whatever reason, which I would only presume to be the almighty dollar,they totally destroyed a fantastic product. I'm so sad that once again I'm on a search for a cream when I thought I had found one that I'd always use. I'm sure I am not the only one with this experience with the 'new' line.

[Anne]

Not good. I also had visible results with Easeamine, ones that I could detect through pictures. I was not aware about the reformulation. Thanks for informing readers about your recent experience. Anne

[EaseamineLover]

Anne,
I've been using the new Easeamine collection and its amazing. It goes on smoother and lasts a few weeks longer. This is by far the best Skin care I've ever used and will continue to support it and it's causes. The fomulation has changed...you now need to rub in the cream instead of letting it sit on your skin. A little goes a long way. Maybe you should try it Anne and let your readers know your opinion.

[EaseamineLover]

Anne,
Easeamine must be amazing...It is one of the products in the gift bag for the Grammys MusiCares Award, presented to Barbara Streisand. I just saw it on Google. Good for the Monks!
They have a great product.

[Anne]

Having a product in a gift bag is promotional marketing EaseamineLover. This is my world -- branding and marketing. It has nothing to do with product efficacy, and our readers are smart enough to know that.

Do you work for Easeamine?

Given the reality that the Vatican's policy of letting women die in emergency wards, rather than get a legal abortion, is being debated in Congress today, and they are also trying to cut off all funding for Planned Parenthood -- which services one in five American women in her lifetime -- I'm more worried about American women -- and the women of Africa who are dying of AIDS with no condoms -- than I am the wellbeing of the monks.

Also I believe that the Carmelite group behind Easeamine is largely nuns. They are being investigated in America for being too 'uppity' for The Vatican.

I've not commented on any of these issues, but if you're going to use my blog for promoting Easeamine, because of my SEO position, then I must respond. It's called ethics, and I have major ones.

The Catholic Church is directing a major take down of American women, and it's not a good time to be using AOC to promote your wrinkle cream. I stand behind American nuns, not their bosses. Period.

[EaseamineLover]

Anne,
I guess holding the microphone will give you the last word.
With that said I hope this response makes it on the comments.
To answer your question, NO I do not work for Easeamine.
I’m not sure what you mean by an “SEO” position.
Simply, I use Easeamine and think it’s fantastic. Since it is a newer company I’ve place Easeamine into my google alerts so I could follow any news about them. So this morning I read about the product being placed into the Grammy bags. I thought your readers would like to know. Being that this is your website, you obviously can say what you want. But attacking the Carmelites for doing good just isn’t right.

[Anne]

I refer to these articles:

http://www.anneofcarversville.com/fp/south-dakota-bill-will-make-killing-of-abortion-providers-ju.html

We believe this bill in South Dakota will make it legal for a man to kill his wife and pregnant daughter, if the mother is trying to help the daughter have an abortion in another state.

http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0211/49609.html

"Mike Pence's war on Planned Parenthood"

One man believes he has the right to cancel all Planned Parenthood health services for all women in every state in America, no matter what those citizens want. Pence agrees that Planned Parenthood uses no federal funds for abortion. That is not being debated. He says no woman should have any access to any reproductive health care, even though it is our legal right. P{ence is above the law, working for God and the Vatican.

http://www.anneofcarversville.com/fp/the-vatican-and-women-are-we-pushing-back.html

This article references the investigation of American nuns, and also this one from The National Catholic Reporter:

http://ncronline.org/news/women/mother-millea-speaks-about-visitation

and also more about letting women die in emergency rooms, rather than give them the abortion that will save their lives. I talk about my own assault, which would not be forcible rape, since I submitted to it. I submitted because this good Catholic man's 6-year-old daughter was sleeping next to me and feared that she would be ruined for life.

http://www.anneofcarversville.com/fp/republican-men-redefining-rape-trolling-craigslist-telling-w.html

After the horror of my experience at age 15, I got dragged to the see Father Ben the priest and my assailant's drinking buddy. They hung out all the time, living close to each other. Not only did Father Ben tell me that I was either lying or caused my assault, he denied me communion the following day. My life was shattered in a weekend, with no support from my priest, who basically condemned me in a terrible way.

Eventually my attacker was caught in another woman's bedroom.

As I said, I stand behind American nuns, and that's why I originally communicated with Easeamine.

I welcome any and all comments about the efficacy of Easeamine. I have no interest in causing any harm to the Carmelites, who are known for doing good works. If this product helps the nuns, I'm all for it.

But given everything that is going on against American women by the Catholic Church, don't play me. Sometimes even silence isn't good enough for the boys club. So I will speak, because my reputation is being used without my permission.