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Your New Favorite Moisturizer Is on This List

by Kate Cartia

Cold weather dry skin woes are a thing of the past. Your best moisturizer for dry skin is on this list

Dry skin check:

  • Are you absent-mindedly scratching an itch right now?
  • Are you avoiding matte lipstick because of chapped lips?
  • If you smile, does your face feel tight?
  • Have you been on a mission to find the best moisturizer for dry skin for as long as you can remember?

If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, welcome to the Dry Skin Club. Even if you’ve never had dry skin before, there’s a really good chance one day you wake up and wonder why you have red spots or irritation, or why your face doesn’t feel as glow-y as it used to. The smallest bit of discomfort can even be a sign of dry skin, and you may notice it more in the winter. And while the Dry Skin Club might not be one you’ve ever wanted to be in, we also happen to know a thing or two about treating it. So proudly put on your membership tee and keep reading for dry skin’s worst enemy: excellent products. If you’re looking for the best moisturizer for dry skin this season, look no further than this list.

Colleen Rothschild Extreme Recovery Cream

Colleen Rothschild

This is intensive care for delicate skin, but it doesn't feel extremely heavy (though it's not super light either), so it's great for AM and PM use. It has a velvety texture and features hyaluronic acid and wu-bai complex to fight signs of fine lines while smoothing out skin's texture.

Colleen Rothschild Extreme Recovery Cream ($75.00)—Buy Here!

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer

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For the sensitive beauties out there, La Roche-Posay's Toleriane Double Repair is the way to go. With a high concentration of Prebiotic Thermal Water, Ceramide-3, Niacinamide, and Glycerin, this moisturizer is oil-free and provides up to 48-hour hydration while helping restore skin's barrier after 1 hour. It's tested on sensitive skin, too.

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer ($22.99)—Buy Here!

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

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It's unlikely you'll find a list of the best moisturizers for dry skin without seeing CeraVe pop up. This one is so popular that it easily holds its own against luxe and high-end beauty brands (just look at the over 127,000 Amazon reviews). It has a rich, velvety texture that leaves skin feeling smooth for softened skin without greasy, sticky, feel. With essential ceramides, you can say buh-bye to flaky skin.

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream ($17.89)—Buy Here!

CORSX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream

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A lightweight, gel-type cream that repairs and soothes irritated, sensitive, even with ultra-delicate conditions like rosacea. It's powered by snail mucin, hyaluronic acid, and betaine to strengthen the skin barrier by replenishing moisture.

CORSX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream ($14.25)—Buy Here!

eltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex Face Moisturizer

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'Compromised skin' is red, itchy, tight, and flaky (we're familiar, trust us). eltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex Face Moisturizer is perfect for your skin's recovery, and it hydrates and eases fine lines, too.

eltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex Face Moisturizer ($55.10)—Buy Here!

KORRES Golden Krocus Hydra-Filler Plumping Cream

KORRES

A seriously luxurious plumping moisturizer that targets visible signs of aging, offering 48-hour hydration, enhanced skin immunity, and a smoother complexion. Use twice a day for that glow you've been craving.

KORRES Golden Krocus Hydra-Filler Plumping Cream ($76.00)—Buy Here!

NYL LIKE VELVET Nourishing Face Oil

NYL

If you haven't gotten on the face oil bandwagon, get ready for compliments. NYL's LIKE VELVET Nourishing Face Oil includes antioxidant-rich pomegranate and rosehip oil head up a team of over 15 herb-infused oils to make your skin feel (literally) like velvet.

NYL LIKE VELVET Nourishing Face Oil ($74.00)—Buy Here!

760 Skin Dew or Dry Moisturizer

760 Skin

Boost your skincare routine in the new year with 760 Skin’s Dew or Dry Moisturizer. Dew or Dry is a powerful vegan moisturizer free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates that harnesses the power of desert plants to give skin a healthy, glowing appearance. Utilizing ingredients such as cactus stem cells, jojoba oil, evening primrose oil, squalane, tremella mushroom, and reishi mushroom, it deeply nourishes, hydrates, and soothes skin.

760 Skin Dew or Dry Moisturizer ($38.00)—Buy Here!

YA-MAN Flawless Serum

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This luxurious hydrating face serum contains Vitamin A (you might know it better as retinol) that helps to refine skin and ingredients to hydrate and protect your skin. 

YA-MAN Flawless Serum ($36.00)—Buy Here!

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

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The whipped texture of this moisturizer is non-greasy and formulated for distressed skin from head to toes. That's right—you can use it from your nose to your toes. Clinically proven to immediately improve skin hydration by 169%, it starts healing from day 1.

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream ($28.73)—Buy Here!

Kinskin Ceramide Barrier Repair Oil

Kinship

This lightweight facial treatment oil contains an advanced oat-based lipid complex plus a proprietary omega fatty acid blend that deeply nourishes and moisturizes, soothes and restores, and glides on for that lit-from-within vibe.

Kinskin Ceramide Barrier Repair Oil ($38.00)—Buy Here!

MISSHA Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Cream

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Snails are clearly having a moment. Forget dull winter skin. This brightening gel-cream moisturizer is fast-absorbing and never feels sticky, your skin will look and feel its dewiest.

MISSHA Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Cream ($22.52)—Buy Here!

Gemini Beauty Super Fruit Recovery Night Cream

Gemini Beauty

Wake up to deliciously soft, luminous skin (doesn't that sound divine?). This multi-corrective gel cream wraps your skin in a moisture-locking layer of hydration—working to balance, brighten, and smooth while you sleep.

Gemini Beauty Super Fruit Recovery Night Cream ($42.00)—Buy Here!

Primal Life Organics Beyond Face Moisturizer

Primal Life Organics

Go beyond just moisturizer with a formula that combines potent, nutrient-rich oils like tamanu, emu, rosehip seed, sea buckthorn, and filtered beeswax, for more bounce and luminosity. That's right. We said it.

Primal Life Organics Beyond Face Moisturizer ($71.99)—Buy Here!

AS OF TODAY R-Peptide Ampoule Serum Hydrating Essence

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This one does it all—mega moisture, firming, wrinkle-reducing, and great for all skin types. AS OF TODAY is minimalist beauty that does a lot.

AS OF TODAY R-Peptide Ampoule Serum Hydrating Essence ($49.30)—Buy Here!

Tana Marie Skincare Hyaluronic Acid FIller Serum

Tana Marie Skincare

Looking for a little more volume in your face, but want to skip the needles? A painless topical alternative to injectable fillers, the advanced formula in this Hyaluronic Acid Filler Serum contains a powerful blend of hyaluronic acid, copper complex and niacinamide to fight against the visible signs of aging and the improvement of fine lines and wrinkles. Quickly delivering equivalent results to one injection of collagen filler, it can reduce wrinkle appearance and volume by 15% in only 2 weeks. Users have also experienced firmness increased by 13 times in 15 days. This is a real powerhouse.

Tana Marie Skincare Hyaluronic Acid FIller Serum ($135.00)—Buy Here!

Geri G. Skin Reboot

Geri G.

Skin Reboot All-in-One Moisturizer, Primer, Cosmetic Enhancer, and Night Cream is a patented water-resistant, translucent moisturizer that penetrates the skin to keep it soft, smooth, and supple with a bright glow. Nowhere else will you find a product that moisturizes, primes/preps your skin, and custom blends your makeup instantly, in addition to being a great night cream. 

Geri G. Skin Reboot ($59.99)—Buy Here!

 

 

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Cord Blood Banking: 7 Things All Pregnant Moms Should Know About

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

From immune system rebuilding and genetic matching to regenerative medicine efforts, cord blood banking can help offer your family additional peace of mind.

Pregnancy is life-changing. Along with a rush of emotions that can range from joy and relief, to disbelief and even worry, it feels like major decisions are begging to be made at every turn. Do you want a midwife? How will you agree on a name? Have you added all the essentials to your registry (and are those really even the essentials)?

Among these decisions, one in particular stands out, which can happen right after delivery and may potentially help benefit the future of your baby and your family: cord blood banking.

Cord blood banking is the process of collecting and preserving blood from the umbilical cord (a.k.a cord blood) at birth. The preservation of this blood sample can potentially change or even save a life, as it can be used to treat over 80 conditions,1 from blood disorders and certain cancers to immune disorders and metabolic disorders.


In honor of National Cord Blood Awareness Month this July, we’ve turned to the trusted experts at Cord Blood Registry® (CBR®), the largest private newborn stem cell preservation company in the world,2 to share details every parent-to-be should know about cord blood banking.

Read on to discover seven facts about cord blood banking with CBR and how it can help your family take the steps to plan for a potentially healthy future.

1. Cord Blood is a Wealth of Stem Cell Potential

After your baby is born, a small amount of blood remains in the umbilical cord. This valuable blood (commonly called cord blood) is a rich source of newborn stem cells that have the potential to help the body heal and repair itself.

The main type of stem cell found in cord blood is hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs). These HSCs are blood-forming cells that can self-renew and help rebuild both blood and immune systems.

2. Cord Blood is Easy and Safe to Collect

Once your family enrolls with CBR, you’ll receive a collection kit that’s sent directly to your home with everything needed on your delivery date. As you begin to prepare your hospital bag, be sure to pack your CBR collection kit alongside your other must-need essentials.

After delivery, your healthcare provider will use this kit to collect your baby’s newborn stem cells after clamping and cutting your umbilical cord. This cord blood collection process is quick, safe and non-invasive.

Some parents choose to wait a little longer before clamping and cutting the umbilical cord, a process known as delayed cord clamping that allows more cord blood to flow back to the baby prior to collection. If your family chooses to clamp right at birth or delay clamping, the cord tissue itself is still rich in valuable newborn stem cells that may potentially be able to benefit your infant or family. So, you can collect both cord blood and cord tissue, or just collect the cord tissue.

3. Cord Blood Isn’t the Only Part of the Umbilical Cord You Can Save

The umbilical cord isn’t only made up of cord blood; it also contains a special tissue (called cord tissue) that can be collected at birth along with cord blood. Cord tissue includes mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) that may potentially provide more treatment options in regenerative medicine in the future.

MSCs also have the potential to reduce inflammation3 and balance the immune system to help improve autoimmune disorders.4

4. Cord Blood Has a Successful History of Saving Lives

While the awareness about cord blood banking is growing—especially with experts and celebrities spreading word about their own experiences with CBR, like cookbook author Chrissy Teigen and board-certified OB/GYN Dr. Christine Sterling5—the lifesaving potential of newborn stem cells (or cord blood stem cells) has helped families all around the world for decades.

In the last 30-plus years, cord blood has been used for stem cell transplants, which have helped rebuild blood and immune systems to treat various blood disorders, cancers, immune disorders and metabolic disorders.6

To date, cord blood has been used in more than 45,000 transplants worldwide6 and can be used to treat over 80 conditions.1

5. Cord Blood Can Potentially Provide Your Family with a Healthier Future

When you preserve your cord blood with CBR, you’re helping to provide your baby and family with the potential gift of a healthy future. Your collected newborn stem cells are safely stored in CBR’s laboratory and storage facility located in Tucson, Arizona.

Your infant is a 100% genetic match to their own stem cells, and in some cases their cord blood can treat immediate family members who are genetically compatible. Samples have a 75% chance of being at least a partial match to full siblings, and are always a partial match to biological parents.

6. Cord Blood May Potentially Help With Future Medical Challenges

Life is unpredictable, and sometimes unforeseen medical challenges can arise. Fortunately, cord blood banking can help offer you peace of mind given cord blood’s potential to help rebuild the immune system in conditions like blood disorders, certain cancers such as leukemia, immune disorders and metabolic disorders.

With CBR, the #1 choice of parents2 and the most recommended newborn stem cell preservation company by OB/GYNs,7 over 700 cord blood samples have been released, intended for use by families in stem cell transplants and investigational therapies.

7. Cord Blood Banking May Also Give You Access to Medical Advancements

Cord blood stem cells have already played a pivotal role in the treatment of various diseases, but its capabilities in helping families and providing promising results don’t end there. As science continues to advance, cord blood is playing a role in ongoing research and advancements in regenerative medicine to help expand the possibilities of new treatments.4

In fact, over 80% of the CBR families whose cord blood units were released were intended for use in experimental regenerative medicine applications, such as cerebral palsy, acquired hearing loss, and more.2


For more information on cord blood banking, visit cordblood.com.

In honor of National Cord Blood Awareness Month, CBR is also providing families the chance to win their CBR® Bundle of Joy Prize Package.* This special giveaway includes free CBR newborn stem cell processing plus one year of storage, a SNOO® Smart Sleeper and SNOObear®, and $200 cash card (a $5,000 value).

Additionally, once you enroll, you’ll be automatically entered for one of two chances to win the CBR Baby & Me Must-Haves Giveaway.*  This $15,000 selection of prizes includes free cord blood and cord tissue preservation, plus lifetime storage, a SNOO® Smart Sleeper and SNOObear®, a cuddle+kind bunny, a cozy CBR blanket, and more! Drawings are held 7/16 and 8/1.

1 Mayani, H., Wagner, J.E. & Broxmeyer, H.E. Cord blood research, banking, and transplantation: achievements, challenges, and perspectives. Bone Marrow Transplant 55, 48–61 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41409-019-0546-9
2 CBR’s internal data on file.
3 Fan, XL., Zhang, Y., Li, X. et al. Mechanisms underlying the protective effects of mesenchymal stem cell-based therapy. Cell. Mol. Life Sci. 77, 2771–2794 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00018-020-03454-6.
4 Verter, F., Couto, P. S., & Bersenev, A. (2018). A dozen years of clinical trials performing advanced cell therapy with perinatal cells. Future Science OA, 4(10). doi: 10.4155/fsoa-2018-0085
5 Chrissy Teigen and Dr. Christine Sterling are paid CBR influencers.
6 Wagner JE. Cord blood 2.0: state of the art and future directions in transplant medicine. Blood Res. 2019 Mar;54(1):7-9. doi: 10.5045/br.2019.54.1.7. Epub 2019 Mar 21. PMID: 30956957; PMCID: PMC6439299.
7 Blind survey, Egg Strategy, 10/19, funded by CBR.

*No purchase necessary. The purchase of any good or service will not increase your chances of winning. Must be a US resident over 18. See official rules for further restrictions and an alternative method of entry.

The use of cord blood is determined by the treating physician and is influenced by many factors, including the patient’s medical condition, the characteristics of the sample, and whether the cord blood should come from the patient or an appropriately matched donor. Cord blood has established uses in transplant medicine; however, its use in regenerative medicine is still being researched. There is no guarantee that potential medical applications being studied in the laboratory or clinical trials will become available.

Cord tissue use is still in early research stages, and there is no guarantee that treatments using cord tissue will be available in the future. Cord tissue is stored whole. Additional processing prior to use will be required to extract and prepare any of the multiple cell types from cryopreserved cord tissue. Cbr Systems, Inc.’s activities for New York State residents are limited to collection of umbilical cord tissue and long-term storage of umbilical cord–derived stem cells. Cbr Systems, Inc.’s possession of a New York State license for such collection and long-term storage does not indicate approval or endorsement of possible future uses or future suitability of these cells.

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Here’s Why Celebrities Are Turning to Cord Blood Banking

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

Famous figures like Chrissy Teigen are preserving their baby’s newborn stem cells as potential protection for their family’s future health.

Chrissy Teigen1 is an open book with her personal life. She’s shared her fertility challenges and IVF journey, she’s self-published a very raw essay about pregnancy loss, she’s given a behind-the-scenes look at mom life, and she’s even opened up about postpartum struggles.

Now, with the recent birth of her daughter Esti, the cookbook author and TV personality is once again providing the inside scoop on her family. This time on why she chose to collect and preserve both the cord blood and cord tissue from her umbilical cord at birth, a process known as newborn stem cell preservation.

As a big proponent of placing health and wellness at the center of her household, Teigen called this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity an “obvious choice” that could potentially help protect the future health of her three children.

Her belief in the potential long-term benefits of cord blood banking has since led to her partnership with Cord Blood Registry® (CBR®), the largest private newborn stem cell preservation company in the world.2

“Science is always advancing […] That whole world has always been so fascinating to me, and I’ve always wanted to be a part of it,” Teigen explained to POPSUGAR. “It’s really important for me to let other people know that this is an option and it’s something that they can do to keep their families safe and healthy for years to come.”

Keep reading to discover more about how newborn stem cell preservation with CBR may potentially help benefit your children and family’s health in the future.

Newborn Stem Cells A.K.A the Body’s Own Repair Kit

 

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Every infant’s umbilical cord is made of tissue and contains blood. At birth, a small amount of each is still available from the umbilical cord—what’s commonly referred to as cord blood and cord tissue.

While cord blood and cord tissue are commonly collected right after a baby is born, some parents choose to leave the umbilical cord attached to their baby for a little longer, prior to clamping. This allows more time for the cord blood to flow back to their baby before collecting the newborn stem cells—a process known as delayed cord clamping.

No matter if parents decide to proceed with clamping at birth or prefer to wait until a later time, the cord blood and cord tissue are still rich in valuable newborn stem cells that have the potential to help the body heal and repair itself.

Two primary types of newborn stem cells can be obtained from cord blood and cord tissue: hematopoietic stem cells and mesenchymal stem cells. Hematopoietic stem cells, which are found in cord blood, act as blood-forming cells with the ability to self-renew. On the other hand, mesenchymal stem cells (contained in cord tissue) play a large role in experimental regenerative medicine applications, which may one day help heal and repair tissues due to its anti-inflammatory effects.2

By preserving newborn stem cells, families may have the opportunity to use them in the future. Infants are a 100% genetic match for their own stem cells and full siblings have a 75% chance of being at least a partial match.

Within the last three decades, cord blood stem cells have been used in over 45,000 stem cell transplants.3 Science continues to advance, and what we know now is that cord blood can be used to treat over 80 conditions, including blood disorders, certain cancers, immune disorders, and metabolic disorders.4

CBR: Leading the Cord Blood Industry

Before the birth of baby Esti, Teigen had her go-to hospital supplies prepped and ready to go. The then-mom of two, who was well-versed in packing a baby bag, made sure to not forget one important item, her CBR collection kit—which she added was “next to the swaddles and everything else.”

“We handed it over right in that [delivery] room,” CBR mom Teigen recalled in an interview with PEOPLE. “[The doctor] popped it open, opened a little cup, and then it was done. It couldn’t have been easier.”

Teigen, who’s preserved all three of her children’s cord blood, isn’t the only celebrity backing cord blood banking with CBR. Board-certified OB/GYN, CBR spokesperson and cord blood expert Dr. Christine Sterling has also publicly voiced the benefits of preserving newborn stem cells, while Something Navy founder Arielle Charnas and former American soccer star Kealia Watt have each shared their own stories of banking their children’s cord blood with CBR.5

Since storing over one million cord blood and cord tissue stem cell units, CBR has released over 700 cord blood units for families intended for use in life-saving transplants and other investigational therapies.6

“As a mom, I want to make sure our children have every possible option available to them,” Teigen said. “I was confident in partnering with CBR, as they are the #1 choice for parents6 and the most recommended cord blood preservation company by OB/GYNs.”7

CBR’s process of collecting newborn stem cells is simple and safe. Upon enrollment, a CBR kit is sent to your home with everything needed for collection. All you have to do is take the kit with you to the hospital (make sure to add it to your baby bag like Teigen!) where your OB/GYN or midwife handles the collection process.

After the collection, contact the provided 24/7 medical courier number to ship your kit to CBR’s lab in Arizona where it will be processed and stored.

This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity can give you peace of mind that you’ve potentially helped protect your family’s future.

 

For more information on cord blood banking and how it may be able to help you and your children, visit cordblood.com.

1Chrissy Teigen is a CBR paid ambassador.
2Fan, XL., Zhang, Y., Li, X. et al. Mechanisms underlying the protective effects of mesenchymal stem cell-based therapy. Cell. Mol. Life Sci. 77, 2771–2794 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00018-020-03454-6.5Dr. Christine Sterling, Ariella Charnas and Kealia Watt are paid CBR influencers.
3Wagner JE. Cord blood 2.0: state of the art and future directions in transplant medicine. Blood Res. 2019 Mar;54(1):7-9. doi: 10.5045/br.2019.54.1.7. Epub 2019 Mar 21. PMID: 30956957; PMCID: PMC6439299.
4Mayani, H., Wagner, J.E. & Broxmeyer, H.E. Cord blood research, banking, and transplantation: achievements, challenges, and perspectives. Bone Marrow Transplant 55, 48–61 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41409-019-0546-9.
5Dr. Christine Sterling, Ariella Charnas and Kealia Watt are paid CBR influencers.
6CBR’s internal data on file.
7Blind survey, Egg Strategy, 10/19, funded by CBR.

The use of cord blood is determined by the treating physician and is influenced by many factors, including the patient’s medical condition, the characteristics of the sample, and whether the cord blood should come from the patient or an appropriately matched donor. Cord blood has established uses in transplant medicine; however, its use in regenerative medicine is still being researched. There is no guarantee that potential medical applications being studied in the laboratory or clinical trials will become available.

Cord tissue use is still in early research stages, and there is no guarantee that treatments using cord tissue will be available in the future. Cord tissue is stored whole. Additional processing prior to use will be required to extract and prepare any of the multiple cell types from cryopreserved cord tissue. Cbr Systems, Inc.’s activities for New York State residents are limited to collection of umbilical cord tissue and long-term storage of umbilical cord–derived stem cells. Cbr Systems, Inc.’s possession of a New York State license for such collection and long-term storage does not indicate approval or endorsement of possible future uses or future suitability of these cells.

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Cord Blood Banking: An Unexpected Gift to Give Your Family This Mother’s Day

by Marianella Orlando
Partner Content

For husband and wife, Michael and Armené*, the decision to preserve their first son Vaughn’s newborn stem cells was a precautionary measure. Just as they would invest in other areas of life, like a 401(k) or real estate, it only made sense to do the same for their baby. They were new to parenting and wanted to be prepared for any possible what-ifs that could come their way.

Since newborn stem cells have the ability to treat a variety of cancers and disorders, they knew they had nothing to lose. Once their son Vaughn arrived into the world in 2015, the blood from his umbilical cord (also called cord blood) was collected and sent to Cord Blood Registry®(CBR®), a private newborn stem cell preservation company, to be stored in their lab.

The couple never imagined the day would come when they would need Vaughn’s newborn stem cells—until it did.

This Mother’s Day, Michael and Armené are sharing their story to shed light on how cord blood banking—the process of collecting and storing these life-saving stem cells—with CBR may potentially help benefit the future health of your children and family.


A Second Chance with Cord Blood Banking

In 2017, Michael and Armené welcomed the birth of their second son, Sasoun. Their minds flashed to all of the exciting moments they’d get to experience once more with having a newborn. Bathing him for the first time, rocking him to sleep every night, dressing him in teeny-tiny, adorable newborn clothes, watching him and his older brother, Vaughn, interact with each other, and, of course, snuggling him every single day.

But one week later, the family was given news that would completely change their new life with Sasoun—along with everything they’d once envisioned. Their pediatrician informed them that Sasoun was born with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, a rare genetic disorder that causes infants to have an extremely impaired immune system.

The life-threatening disease, sometimes referred to as SCID, would make Sasoun susceptible to infections. Even the most benign illness, like a cold, would be fatal for him, and if left untreated, the disorder could lead to death within the first year, or two, of his life.

Sasoun and Armené were immediately transferred to the hospital and kept in a sterile environment to keep him safe from potential exposure to viruses and bacteria. To save his life, Sasoun would need a genetically matched donor to undergo a stem cell transplant.

“We had to go to the hospital and be in isolation, and I wasn’t allowed to leave the room, so I had to stay in the room with Sasoun for three months,” Armené recalls. “It was difficult.”

Before the what-ifs of Michael and Armené’s future could fully sink in, they remembered there was a silver lining: Vaughn’s preserved newborn stem cells they banked with CBR just two years prior. As if that wasn’t already the news that could turn their lives around, they quickly discovered Vaughn’s cord blood was a perfect match for Sasoun.

“At that point, we were kind of like, man, this is the magic bullet,” Michael remembers. “We can’t believe we have it, but we have it.”

With the exciting news that Vaughn’s cord blood was a match, CBR worked with Sasoun’s physician to send over the newborn stem cells. He was able to complete his transplant and, six weeks later, Sasoun was able to finally return home. While he had to remain quarantined for a year, Sasoun was able to fully recover and was given a second chance at life.

Today, Sasoun is living a healthy and normal life, which he credits to his “hero” Vaughn.

“The treatment Sasoun received gave him a future,” says Armené. “Without it, he may not have been here today. They are just the most incredible boys you could wish for and they love each other so much.”

CBR®: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity

Michael and Armené are a reminder of the importance of being prepared for life’s what-ifs. By banking your baby’s cord blood and cord tissue with CBR—the #1 choice of parents and #1 recommended family newborn stem cell preservation company by OB/GYNs**—you can have peace of mind for the unknowns and unexpected challenges of life.

Preserve your newborn stem cells at birth to have the opportunity to use them in the future by either your child or their full siblings who have a 75% chance of being at least a partial match. The collection process is simple and safe for both you and your baby.

Once your family enrolls, you’ll receive a kit sent to your home with everything needed for collection. Simply take the kit with you to the hospital, let your birth team know that you are planning to preserve with CBR, and your healthcare provider will use the kit to collect your baby’s newborn stem cells. Once the cord blood and cord tissue are collected, just call the medical courier number found on the box, and the kit will be shipped to their lab in Arizona. You’ll be notified when your newborn stem cells are processed and stored!

As Mother’s Day approaches, consider giving the gift of cord blood banking to your family and potentially protect your family’s future health. For more information, visit cordblood.com.

 

 

The use of cord blood is determined by the treating physician and is influenced by many factors, including the patient’s medical condition, the characteristics of the sample, and whether the cord blood should come from the patient or an appropriately matched donor. Cord blood has established uses in transplant medicine; however, its use in regenerative medicine is still being researched. There is no guarantee that potential medical applications being studied in the laboratory or clinical trials will become available.

Cord tissue use is still in early research stages, and there is no guarantee that treatments using cord tissue will be available in the future. Cord tissue is stored whole. Additional processing prior to use will be required to extract and prepare any of the multiple cell types from cryopreserved cord tissue. Cbr Systems, Inc.’s activities for New York State residents are limited to collection of umbilical cord tissue and long-term storage of umbilical cord–derived stem cells. Cbr Systems, Inc.’s possession of a New York State license for such collection and long-term storage does not indicate approval or endorsement of possible future uses or future suitability of these cells.

*This family’s story depicts the family’s personal experiences and is not necessarily representative of other’s experiences and cannot predict outcomes for others. CBR cannot and does not guarantee specific results. Your physician or other healthcare providers should be consulted about your particular situation.

**Blind survey, Egg Strategy, 10/19, funded by CBR.

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February 13th Is About Celebrating Lady Friends! The Best Galentine’s Day Gifts Are Here

by Kate Cartia

Who says your BFF can’t be your Valentine? No one, that’s who. And that means we’re looking for the best Galentine’s Day gifts.

If you haven’t heard, Galentine’s Day is coming. That’s February 13th, people, so the countdown is on. Galentine’s Day, made famous by Parks & Rec’s sweetheart Leslie Knope, is the day we celebrate the ladies in our lives that make everyday so much better. And it falls the day before Valentine’s Day, so whether you’re in a romantic relationship or not, we can all fully dedicate ourselves to our lady friends for an entire day without conflicts. The only catch? Galentine’s Day is a relatively new idea, so you won’t see whole Target aisles dedicated to it or see it recognized on your calendar. We’re waiting for those things to happen, but in the meantime, we’ve gone ahead and made sure you don’t need shelves stocked with ideas, because we’ve got the best Galentine’s Day gifts right here.

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We are super here for celebrating all the amazing women we’re surrounded by, and G-Day isn’t just for our BFFs, either. Moms, daughters, sisters, coworkers, aunts, nieces; they’re all part of what makes February 13th so special. And since they’re so special, we know you’re hunting for the perfect token of your appreciation. So, in true Leslie Knope fashion, we’ve made the ultimate best Galentine’s Day gifts list so you can focus on more important things to celebrate the ladies. Like brunch.

Women's Top Knot Embellished Headband

Nothing takes an outfit from drab to fab like a gorgeous headband! These come in a ton of colors and are the easiest way to add a pop to your look.

Women's Top Knot Embellished Headband ($18.25+)—Buy Now

Sperry Duck Boots

If your Galentine loves rose gold, you don't always have to go the jewelry route (though we're not telling you not to). These duck boots from Sperry will get her through the chilly February days and into the rainy spring!

Sperry Duck Boots ($69.99+)—Buy Now

Disney Villains Valentine's Day Meme EVIL Racerback Tank Top

We don't know that we've ever related so hard to a tank top. And we're pretty sure your BFF will, too.

Disney Villains Valentine's Day Meme EVIL Racerback Tank Top ($17.99)—Buy Now

Intoxicated Cosmetics Snake + Snail Bundle

When we say skin magic, we mean skin magic. If you're toeing the line between trying every serum out there or regular Botox appointments, Intoxicated is the middle ground. Their serums contain formulas based on ectothermic animal venom, plant-based stem cells, and a number of active biomimetic peptides and natural ingredients. They hydrate, tighten, brighten, and add major glow. This bundle combines 3 of their best-sellers (a $250 value!).

Intoxicated Cosmetics Snake + Snail Bundle ($175.00)—Buy Now

Two Stone Japanese Akoya Pearl and Pink Sapphire Ring

This is a friendship ring upgrade! This is a gorgeous piece from Angara that you can customize to your bestie's tastes (size, metal, and more!). She'll treasure it for years and years to come!

Two Stone Japanese Akoya Pearl and Pink Sapphire Ring ($379.00)—Buy Now

Bakery Bling Pink Valentine's Mini Sugar House

You can't go wrong with sweets for your sweets, and this adorable little project is the perfect fit!

Bakery Bling Pink Valentine's Mini Sugar House ($17.99)—Buy Now

Ovaries Before Brovaries T-Shirt

As Ms. Knope famously said, "Ovaries before brovaries. Uteruses before duderuses." If she's the Ann to your Leslie, this tee is for her!

Ovaries Before Brovaries T-Shirt ($19.99)—Buy Now

Blowfish Malibu Women's Play Sneaker

Adorable? Check! Adorable? Check! We love these sneakers so much, we have them in multiple colors. Give them to your gal and start a new obsession!

Blowfish Malibu Women's Play Sneaker ($23.40-$35.20)—Buy Now

Parks and Recreation—Galentine's Day: The Official Guide to Friendship, Fun, and Cocktails

This is the guide to your big day! Recipes, DIY decorations, and everything you need to make your ladies feel loved.

Parks and Recreation—Galentine's Day: The Official Guide to Friendship, Fun, and Cocktails ($27.99)—Buy Now

Girlfriend Collective The FLOAT Set Bundle

Girlfriend Collective's iconic FLOAT collection in one perfect set! Buttery soft and lightweight for that barely-there feeling—ethically made from recycled post-consumer water bottles.

Girlfriend Collective The FLOAT Set Bundle ($108.00)—Buy Now

Patchology Serve Chilled Rosé Hydrating Under Eye Patches

Start the day right with these hydrating eye patches! Reduce puffiness, dark circles, and refresh your peepers with a daily spa experience.

Patchology Serve Chilled Rosé Hydrating Under Eye Patches ($15.00)—Buy Now

Sahara Mini Dress

Checks are so in, and this mini dress is so easy to dress up or down! Plus, you can match your mini.

Sahara Mini Dress ($82.00)—Buy Now

Voloom Petite 1” Inch Professional Volumizing Ceramic Hair Iron

The TikTok-famous hair volume booster is TikTok famous for a reason! This baby brings so much body and oomph to your hair and it takes no time at all.

Voloom Petite 1” Inch Professional Volumizing Ceramic Hair Iron ($112.00)—Buy Now

Unhidden Beauty Customizable Eyeshadow Palettes

We all love a good eyeshadow collection, but who knows what colors you absolutely must have better than your Galentine? Unhidden Beauty allows you to customize a full eyeshadow palette from number of shadows, shades, lid design, and text! Oh, and the shadow hues are stunning, too.

Unhidden Beauty Customizable Eyeshadow Palettes ($33.00+)—Buy Now

Candles are a great gift, and Scent Lab takes picking one out to a whole new level! Take their 60-second discovery quiz and their proprietary algorithm leads you to create the perfect scent for you. It's so much fun and you'll be blown away by how amazing your personalized candle smells!

Scent Lab Gift Card ($30.00-$45.00)—Buy Now

We're Not Really Strangers Friendship Edition

With three new levels of questions and wildcards, the Friendship Edition from We're Not Really Strangers is for you and your friends to deepen your existing connections. Whether you grew up together, or found each other recently, there is always more to learn and love about the people you are closest to. Ready?

We're Not Really Strangers Friendship Edition ($19.99)—Buy Now

Galentine's Day Greeting Card

If there's anything Leslie is good at, it's compliments. Take a chapter from her book and add this greeting card to your G-Day gift!

Galentine's Day Greeting Card ($6.99)—Buy Now

Italian Saffiano Leather Envelope Clutch

Quince makes luxury affordable, so we know your Galentine is going flip over this stunning envelope clutch! An envelope clutch is a must for anyone's handbag collection, but between Quince's sustainability focus and it being produced in Sedex certified factories which aims to improve working conditions throughout the supply chain, you can feel good (and so can your bank account!) about this one.

Italian Saffiano Leather Envelope Clutch ($59.90)—Buy Now

Bento Babes Lip Kit

Give her the perfect nude lip with one lip liner pencil curated to match both the matte liquid lipstick and glossy lipgloss. KimChi Beauty offers amazing color payoff, ultra-fun hues, and lots of playful options!

Bento Babes Lip Kit ($25.00)—Buy Now

BrüMate Galentine's Day Bundle

Enjoying a glass of vino or a mocktail is definitely one of our favorite things, and now it's even better thanks to this ultra-cute set from BrüMate!

BrüMate Galentine's Day Bundle ($44.99)—Buy Now

Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set

Save her time and save her hair with this gentle overnight heatless curling set from Kitsch! Trust us. It works. Wake up to gorgeous curls that look like you spent all morning on them. Perfect for your busy mom friends!

Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set ($16.00)—Buy Now

Hers Effortless Glow Oil

Soft and dewy skin is in, and Hers Effortless Glow Oil makes it easy. The brand that we turn to first for all things mom self care created this illuminating facial oil for all skin types. Layer it over your moisturizer, or add a thicker application at bedtime for an overnight face mask. However you use it, you'll never feel greasy or congested!

Hers Effortless Glow Oil ($25.00)—Buy Now

JJwinks Walk of Fame Shorts & Slumber Party Top

Ever since we discovered JJwinks and their line of bra-free but oh-so-supportive pieces, we haven't looked back! Ditch the underwire for their built-in-shelf-bras that keep you feeling held in without restriction. The bonus? Soft-as-can-be fabrics and chic silhouettes that can do from lounging to lunch and desk to dinner.

JJwinks Walk of Fame Shorts ($68.00)—Buy Now

JJwinks Slumber Party Top ($98.00)—Buy Now

Boden Oversized Cat Eye Sunglasses

Cat-eye glasses are universally flattering, and this pair from Boden are amazing! They come in two colors, too.

Boden Oversized Cat Eye Sunglasses ($98.00)—Buy Now

The Cellar Heart Print Tea Kettle & Mugs Stoneware Set

This sweet little set is perfect for the tea-loving gal in your life, and the heart print is definitely display-worthy!

The Cellar Heart Print Tea Kettle & Mugs Stoneware Set ($34.99)—Buy Now

Oka-b Maxwell Sandals

As seen on Oprah Daily's O List for summer outdoor entertaining must-haves, these Popsicle Pink cross-over strap sandals give you a spa vibe all day long! The design prevents chafing, includes a massaging footbed, and is waterproof and slip resistant! 

Oka-b Maxwell Sandals ($38.00)—Buy Now

Rylee + Cru Cooler Tote

Spring break is right around the corner, and (you might've noticed), we're crushing hard on the pattern of this one!

Rylee + Cru Cooler Tote ($77.00)—Buy Now

Kiss My Face De-Stress Lotion

This is the perfect daily lotion for anyone who could use a little zen! It smells wonderful and feels even better.

Kiss My Face De-Stress Lotion ($9.99)—Buy Now

POPFLEX Faux Sherpa Cocoon Coat

For your always-chilly bestie (or anyone who just likes to be cozy), this is the epitome of snuggly! And somehow, it manages to be flattering, too. Available in 5 colors.

POPFLEX Faux Sherpa Cocoon Coat ($96.00)—Buy Now

YOUARESUNSHINE Sheer Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+

You can confidently give YOUARESUNSHINE as a gift to just about anyone since it's designed for even sensitive skin! It's sheer, weightless, fragrance-free, and ideal for daily wear (without worrying about pore-clogging!). And as we say: always, always, always wear sunscreen.

YOUARESUNSHINE Sheer Broad-Spectrum SPF 50+ ($42.00)—Buy Now

Bower Barn Best Friends Picture Frame

We recommend adding your favorite BFF selfie to this darling frame before wrapping!

Bower Barn Best Friends Picture Frame ($19.99)—Buy Now

Angara Capital Letter Initial Pendant

Initial jewelry is always a win, and this minimalistic pendant comes in yellow gold, rose gold, white gold, and platinum.

Angara Capital Letter Initial Pendant ($159.00)—Buy Now

shortyLOVE merchant Wallet

Red exterior, shortyLOVE's signature blush lining, terribly cute, and available in lots of colors if red isn't a fave! 

shortyLOVE merchant Wallet ($78.00)—Buy Now

Letterfolk The Poet Letter Board

Letter boards aren't going anywhere anytime soon, and we're okay with that. Especially when there are such fun options like The Poet from Letterfolk! It's available in several color combinations, too.

Letterfolk The Poet Letter Board ($70.00)—Buy Now

GIR Baker's Bundle

This essential bundle from our favorite cooking tool brand, GIR, has everything you need for the fluffiest cupcakes, chewiest cookies, and crumbliest cakes!

GIR Baker's Bundle ($59.00)—Buy Now

Cashmere Lounge Set

A full cashmere look for less than what it costs for one piece elsewhere? Quince to the rescue! Sustainable and affordable, this is luxury that's completely giftable!

Mongolian Cashmere Straight Leg Pant ($99.90)—Buy Now

Mongolian Cashmere Cropped Tank ($39.90)—Buy Now

Cashmere Baseball Cap ($50.00)—Buy Now

clevr Blends Turmeric Oat Milk Latte

Oprah's favorite (seriously) super latte comes in powder form with all the benefits! Better mood, more energy, less stress. That's a heck of a gift!

clevr Blends Turmeric Oat Milk Latte ($28.00)—Buy Now

Tarot Candle Trio

From the company that brought you the Birthdate Candle, the Tarot Trio is a one-of-a-kind luxury candle experience that we're obsessed with. Within these 3 beautiful candles are gold-plated charms so she can discover the tarot reading that's revealed! 

Tarot Candle Trio ($115.00)—Buy Now

philoSophie's Personalized Wine Glasses

Stemmed or stemless, you can customize these wine glasses with names, hair style, hair color, and skin tone!

philoSophie's Personalized Wine Glasses ($15.39)—Buy Now

JJwinks Martini Maxi

JJwinks is one of our favorite brands, thanks to their built-in-bra styles that can be worn as sleepwear to streetwear! The new Martini Maxi is easy to dress up, easy to dress down, and also looks great under a jacket or cardigan! Comes in 3 colors. Your Galentine will thank you. Trust us.

JJwinks Martini Maxi ($222.00)—Buy Now

Mignon & Mignon Long Distance Necklace

A lot of us have Galentines in other states, but that's not stopping us! This necklace is seriously adorable. Available in silver, gold, and rose gold.

Mignon & Mignon Long Distance Necklace ($24.99)—Buy Now

Love You More Mug

Make sure you win the unspoken argument all best friends have with this mug!

Love You More Mug ($9.99)—Buy Now

Dreamighty Wearable Blanket

We're not saying a wearable blanket is a necessity. We're also not not saying that.

Dreamighty Wearable Blanket ($44.99)—Buy Now

LAPCOS Sheet Mask Variety Pack

As seen in O Magazine, POPSUGAR, GQ, Glamour, and more, LAPCOS sheet masks are the glow-making gifts we all need.

LAPCOS Sheet Mask Variety Pack ($23.40)—Buy Now

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The Best Summer Beauty Products for Moms

by Karly Wood

We are deep in the throes of summer, which means moms are navigating hot and sweaty days. When you’re ready to sit down for some self-care, make sure you are grabbing from some of these editor-picked products. From face masks made from refreshing summer fruits and vitamin-packed body serum, to sunscreen that doesn’t feel sticky, these face and body products will have you sailing through summer.

Soo'Ae Food Story Masks

When you use a Soo'Ae mask, you can rest assured the products are natural. Each one is made with vegan ingredients, is cruelty free and comes in eco-friendly packaging. We love the Food Story collection, which includes options like pomegranate, kiwi, pineapple and banana.

Buy it here, $3+

Olita AfterSun Body Serum

You don't even need a sunburn to enjoy Olita's spray body serum! Spritz on this light oil spray to get a shot of moisture from a blend of Vitamin E and plant extract oils that is never greasy. 

Buy it here, $20

Ollie Belle Cover Dot Acne Care

Yes, you're a mom and you're still getting zits! But now you can simply cover them with Ollie Belle's dot patches. The FDA-registered acne patches conceal those pimples and even small wounds to promote natural healing and skin regeneration. 

Buy it here, $8.99+

Perfect Image Sea Whip Cucumber Detox Soothing Gel

As much as we try and avoid them, sunburns happen. Thankfully, the ingredients in this Sea Whip gel help minimize irritation. Together with cucumber, chamomile, oatmeal, this soothing gel promotes healing and reduces reddness and puffiness so you can skin can look better and feel better. 

Buy it here, $29.95

Daily Dose Miracle Moisture Leave-In Conditioner

Goodbye, tangly ocean and pool hair! Daily Dose's leave-in conditioner gives you back the moisture you need, detangling and nourishing with just a few sprays.

Buy it here, $18.79

SPRAISE

Vegan and plant based, body products from SPRAISE bring the trifecta of luxurious scents, textures and nourishment together. We especially love that each product has an “Ode to Self” to remind you to see yourself on a daily basis. The light and airy fragrances like pomegranate, lemon ginger and coco mango make these the perfect products for summer.

Available at spraise.com.

Masktini Moisture Spritz

Whether you're cooling off from a hot day at the beach or refreshing after a long flight, Masktini is here for you summer skin. The Woke Bae Whenever Moisture Spritz is made with apple and watermelon extract, hyaluaronic acid and marine isomers to help give you the glow you need, lock in hydration and plump away those wrinkles. 

Buy it here, $55

 

Cocokind Ceramide Barrier Serum

With five types of ceramides and lipids, this new daily-use serum from cocokind helps to create a barrier against the elements. Designed for all, use it any time of day for a bump in moisturizer and skin protection! 

Buy it here, $20. 

ILONA Beyond C Corrective Serum

A new product from ILONA, this serum has two sides that combine to create a restorative skin product that's ideal for beating back summer's harsh rays, as well as intensifies cellular activity, helps with inflammation, and helps to maintain all-day hydration. With only a small pump of product gently massaged into the skin after cleansing at night, you'll be able to see an improvement in a week or so.

Buy it here, $132.

Pair it with the best-selling Crystal Skin Resurfacing cream. It's got tiny granules of micro-surfacing crystals, that when scrubbed into your face, immediately offer a brighter, clearer complexion. And, since you only need to use the cream once or twice a week, a jar will last you for months. 

Buy it here, $84.

The Beauty Tailor Lipstick

The Beauty Tailor is proud to bring lipsticks that are cruelty, paraben and sulfate free AND vegan. Not only do they offer tons of ready-to-wear shades, but you can also design your own custom lipstick, too!

Buy it here, $18

Missha Soft Finish Sunscreen

Sunscreen is super important for summer (and always). We love this option as it is 50 SPF, feels super light on the skin and doesn't drip into your eyes as you sweat. 

Get yours here, $13.96. 

Orpheus Resurrection Bio-Luminous Dewy Essence

Summer can be a doozy––that's why we love this multi-correctional essence. It's made with stem cells, peptides, anti-antioxidants and hyaluronic acid that ultimately protect skin from UV blue light.

Buy it here, $65

Wonder Femme

Summer is the perfect time to embrace the light appeal of lip gloss. The collection from Wonder Femme packs all the neutrals you'll need to instantly jazz up your outfit, without going overkill. Each one contains ingredients like Brown Algae Kelp, Golden Seaweed, Vitamin E and Jojoba to give you moisture on the go.

Buy it here, $14.95+

––Karly Wood, Kate Loweth & Gabby Cullen

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Science May Have Found a Way to Treat Down Syndrome Before Birth

by Erica Loop

Recent research, from Rutgers University, may have found a way to potentially target key genes during fetal development—leading to a treatment for Down syndrome before birth.

The research, which was published in the journal Cell Stem Cell, focused on one specific gene (the OLIG2 gene) on human chromosome 21. So why chromosome 21? Babies born with Down syndrome have an extra copy of this chromosome, accounting for the differences in body and brain development.

photo: Suhyeon Choi via Unsplash 

While the study didn’t find a “treatment,” the researchers were able to create a 3D model of the human brain as well as a mouse brain model. The models, made with implanted human stem cells, will allow researchers to explore early brain development and potential prenatal therapies.

Experiments using the models found an overproduction of inhibitory neurons (these help the brain function smoothly) with the addition of the OLIG2 gene. But inhibiting the gene led to functional improvements.

Not only can the 3D models potentially help infants with Down syndrome before they’re born, but it may also lead to discoveries in other areas, such as autism spectrum disorder or Alzheimer’s disease research.

—Erica Loop

 

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Why Saving Your Kids’ Baby Teeth Might Be a Good Idea, According to Science

by Shahrzad Warkentin

Forget the Tooth Fairy: some companies want to help you save your kids’ baby teeth to protect their health in the future—but is it worth it?

Playing the role of Tooth Fairy often leaves parents wondering what to do with all those teeth. Do you toss them? Do you keep them for the day you finally get outed? According to new research, one option could be to bank your kids’ baby teeth for their stem cells. Read on to see what science has to say about this fascinating idea.

photo: Phillip Brookes via Flickr

Similar to banking cord blood for future use, companies like Store-A-Tooth will cryogenically preserve baby teeth or extracted teeth like wisdom teeth for potential future use. The idea behind the service is that if you missed the boat by opting out of cord blood banking, there’s still a chance thanks to your kids’ baby teeth, which also contain stem cells.

Of course, like cord blood banking, that storage doesn’t come cheap. According to Leapsmag, Store-A-Tooth charges $1500 to 1749 per tooth and another $120 per year for storage, while other dental pulp stem cell tissue banks can cost $500 to $600 upfront and in the $120-range for annual storage.

So is that cost actually worth it? The science isn’t completely behind the idea. For one, there is a big difference between the stem cells found in cord blood versus teeth. Stem cells in cord blood, which are called hematopoietic stem cells, have already been approved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat certain disorders.

Stem cells in teeth, on the other hand, are known as mesenchymal stem cells and although early studies have shown some potential to nurture ailing cells and act as anti-inflammatories, there is still a lot of research needed to confirm these findings outside of a lab setting.

“Right now we just don’t have rigorous evidence that they can be used in that fashion and have real benefit,” says Pamela G. Robey, PhD, chief of the skeletal biology section at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research at the National Institutes of Health.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

 

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