In the News Press Releases Media Inquiries Media and press inquiries should be directed to: Euro RSCG Worldwide PR 212.367.6829 pr@thermaclear.com		THERMACLEAR LAUNCHES IN SEPHORA STORES NATIONWIDE The Acne Clearing Device Hits Brick-and-Mortar Retailer for the First Time San Francisco, CA–October 16, 2008–Therative announced today that their FDA-cleared Acne Clearing Device, ThermaClear (www.thermaclear.com), will expand retail distribution into Sephora stores nationwide.  Once exclusively available on the web, including Sephora.com, ThermaClear’s new widespread partnership with the leading specialty beauty retailer will mark its first availability on store shelves. “The decision to move from online to in-store distribution has been a natural progression for the company,” said Sandra Lawrence, CEO of Therative.  “We hope that by maintaining our accessibility on the web and bringing ThermaClear to over 200 Sephora store locations, we can better serve our customer, the millions who suffer from acne and breakouts.” Recognized for its proprietary 2-second acne-clearing technology, ThermaClear is a specially designed spot treatment that effectively heals both visible and non-visible pimples, enabling users to treat blemishes before they surface. It continues to lead the hi-tech beauty industry and will be positioned among the other top selling skincare tools available at Sephora. “Advanced beauty technology is a growing segment of our business as our clients are more educated than ever about how to use these professional-style tools at home,” said Margarita Arriagda, Sephora’s SVP of Merchandising. “ThermaClear has been a best-selling skincare device online since day 1 so it’s exciting for our clients to have better access to this product, which offers a revolutionary way to treat skin.” ThermaClear is redefining how we treat our skin. The device delivers a controlled pulse of heat directly to the blemish using a unique proprietary 2-second per pimple application time technology. Clinically proven to clear acne up to four times faster than pimples not treated by the device, and in as little as 24 hours, the tool neutralizes the acne causing bacteria and prevents underlying blemishes from surfacing on the skin. It is effective on all skin types and tones and does not cause skin hyper-pigmentation, drying or irritation.  ThermaClear is similar to laser treatment therapy used by dermatologists to treat mild to moderate acne, only you can use it at-home for a fraction of the cost. Best of all, ThermaClear’s advanced nichrome treatment tip eliminates the need for expensive monthly replacement tips. The product is available for $149 at Sephora stores nationwide and Sephora.com. About Therative Therative is a pioneer in developing advanced professional grade skin care technology designed for convenient, immediate, personal use.  The company’s initial consumer brand is ThermaClear, a highly advanced hand-held consumer medical device designed for the treatment of mild-to-moderate acne. Therative is headquartered in Livermore, Calif. with offices in San Francisco, Calif.   About Sephora Sephora, the beauty authority, revolutionized the global beauty industry with its unique retail concept rooted in a powerful combination of unparalleled brand and product assortment, distinctive store design and the beauty expertise of its sales consultants. Sephora offers clients a choice of more than 200 classic and emerging beauty brands across a broad range of product categories including skincare, makeup, fragrance, bath & body, hair care, smile care and tools, as well as the company’s own private label.  Sephora was founded in France in 1969 and acquired by Paris-based LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world's leading luxury products group, in 1997.  Now, celebrating their 10th Anniversary in 2008, Sephora America operates more than 250 stores in the United States and Canada, and the world’s top beauty website, Sephora.com.  Sephora Europe has more than 480 stores within 11 countries and has established ten locations in China. Thanks to Sephora’s recent partnerships with HSN, a global multi-channel retailing giant, and JCPenney, one of America’s largest department stores, the beauty authority is now accessible to more clients than ever before. # # # For more information, press only: Brianne Carmody-Perea, The Brooks Group, (212) 768-0860, brianne@brookspr.com