International Stem Cell Corporation Reports First Quarter Revenue of $1.5 Million on Strong Initial Sales of Skin Care Products and Strong Growth...

International Stem Cell Corporation Reports First Quarter Revenue of $1.5 Million on Strong Initial Sales of Skin Care Products and Strong Growth of Research Product Sales

International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCBB: ISCO) (ISCO) announces that revenue in the first quarter of 2011 was $1.5 million, compared with revenue of $273,000 in the first quarter of 2010. The increase was primarily due to $1.1 million in sales of Lifeline Skin Care products achieved in the pilot direct-to-consumer launch. Adding to the revenue growth was a 35% increase over the prior year in sales of human cell culture research products from subsidiary Lifeline Cell Technology.

ISCO also disclosed that it is delaying the filing of its Report on Form 10-Q for the period ending March 31, 2011 in order to resolve an accounting question as described below.

Shortly before the scheduled date for filing the 10-Q, ISCO identified an issue related to whether a technical interpretation of certain accounting guidance found in FASB ASC Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging could require a change in the manner ISCO has historically accounted for the value of warrants originally issued as compensation to brokers working for the placement agent in the Company's 2007 initial public offering.

The accounting question is highly technical in nature and would have no impact on cash or revenues, but relates solely to the non-cash accounting for warrants issued several years ago. Rather than publish information that might be subject to further revision, ISCO has elected to delay the filing of its 10-Q until a decision can be made as to whether or not adjustments will need to be made and, if so, exactly what the accounting entries will be. The Company is committed to resolving this question as promptly as possible and will disclose the conclusion in the 10-Q.

About International Stem Cell Corporation

International Stem Cell Corporation is focused on the therapeutic applications of human parthenogenetic stem cells and the development and commercialization of cell-based research and cosmetic products. ISCO's core technology, parthenogenesis, results in the creation of pluripotent human stem cells from unfertilized oocytes (eggs). hpSCs avoid ethical issues associated with the use or destruction of viable human embryos. ISCO scientists have created the first parthenogenic, homozygous stem cell line that can be a source of therapeutic cells with minimal immune rejection after transplantation into hundreds of millions of individuals of differing genders, ages and racial background. This offers the potential to create the first true stem cell bank, UniStemCell™. ISCO also produces and markets specialized cells and growth media for therapeutic research worldwide through its subsidiary Lifeline Cell Technology, and cell-based skin care products through its subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care. More information is available at www.internationalstemcell.com.

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International Stem Cell Corporation
Kenneth C Aldrich, Chairman
760-940-6383
kaldrich@intlstemcell.com
or
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates
Don Markley
310-691-7100
dmarkley@lhai.com

International Stem Cell Corporation Launches New Marketing Campaign for Lifeline Skin CareTM Products

International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCBB: ISCO) today announced the Company's near-term marketing plans for products manufactured by its Lifeline Skin Care™ (Lifeline) subsidiary. Following the highly successful launch in late 2010 of Lifeline's first two products with sales that greatly exceeded expectations, Lifeline has now commenced a new phase in the marketing plan for its skin care products.

The first step in these initiatives is a series of briefings being conducted in New York City this week with editors at beauty magazines whose readership reflects the target user base for Lifeline's anti-aging skin care products. This will be followed by a series of targeted email offerings developed by Lifeline's marketing partner, The Mauldin Companies, culminating in a larger offering in June.

Lifeline's anti-aging products were developed by ISCO's scientific research team in collaboration with internationally recognized cosmetic experts. The first two products, a Day Serum and a Night Serum, both contain an extract from ISCO's proprietary human parthenogenetic stem cells which, in combination with vitamin complexes, provides major rejuvenating effects, including improvement in skin tone and elasticity, and improvement in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. These effects have been substantiated by clinical studies performed at industry-leading independent testing organizations.

Lifeline's premium product line includes the Recovery Night Moisture Serum and the Defensive Day Moisture Serum/SPF-15. These products are most commonly ordered together in a 2-pack, and can be purchased by visiting Lifeline's website atwww.lifelineskincare.com. The products are also available at selected luxury spas and physician's offices in the United States.

Dr. Ruslan Semechkin, President and CEO of Lifeline Skin Care, added that Lifeline plans to launch additional skin care products later this year, including an eye cream formulated with a proprietary stem cell derivative and a cleanser.

Lifeline is focusing its marketing on direct-to-consumer channels to highly targeted audiences with traditional print and media promotions planned for later in the year. The Company's goal is to generate favorable word-of-mouth through a network of satisfied customers, thereby building a community of users based on their shared experience of success with Lifeline's proprietary anti-aging products.

Ken Aldrich, Co-founder and Chairman of Lifeline's parent company, International Stem Cell Corporation, said, "The success of Lifeline Skin Care demonstrates that we can make a positive difference in people's lives today, while also providing an important source of revenue to support ISCO's development of stem cell therapies that may in the future result in treatment for many widespread human diseases."

About International Stem Cell Corporation

International Stem Cell Corporation is focused on the therapeutic applications of human parthenogenetic stem cells and the development and commercialization of cell-based research and cosmetic products. ISCO's core technology, parthenogenesis, results in the creation of pluripotent human stem cells from unfertilized oocytes (eggs). hpSCs avoid ethical issues associated with the use or destruction of viable human embryos. ISCO scientists have created the first parthenogenic, homozygous stem cell line that can be a source of therapeutic cells with minimal immune rejection after transplantation into hundreds of millions of individuals of differing genders, ages and racial background. This offers the potential to create the first true stem cell bank, UniStemCell™. ISCO also produces and markets specialized cells and growth media for therapeutic research worldwide through its subsidiary Lifeline Cell Technology, and cell-based skin care products through its subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care. More information is available at www.internationalstemcell.com.

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International Stem Cell Corporation
Kenneth C Aldrich, Chairman
760-940-6383
kaldrich@intlstemcell.com
or
Lifeline Skin Care, Inc.
Ruslan Semechkin, Ph.D., President & CEO
Vice President, ISCO
ras@intlstemcell.com
or
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates
Don Markley
310-691-7100
dmarkley@lhai.com

A Message From International Stem Cell Corporation CEO Kenneth Aldrich Regarding Ongoing Clinical Trials

"I've had a lot of calls and emails asking me about the impact of currently ongoing clinical trials by Geron and Advanced Cell Technology.

We at International Stem Cell Corporation are delighted to see companies entering clinical trials with pluripotent stem cells. The success of all companies in our field aids ISCO as well and each new disease or injury that scientists demonstrate to be treatable with stem cells represents another potential market for our pluripotent stem cells in the future."

Kenneth Aldrich - CEO of International Stem Cell Corporation

International Stem Cell Corporation Updates on Marketing Strategy of its Subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care

International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCBB:ISCO) www.internationalstemcell.com, a California-based biotechnology company focused on therapeutic and research products, announced today the selection of the Richards Partners as agency of record for its wholly owned subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care, Inc. ("Lifeline"). Lifeline offers luxury anti-aging skin care products based on its proprietary stem cell technology. Based in Dallas, the Richards Partners is the nation's largest independent branding agency.

Lifeline's skin care products were developed by a team of ISCO research scientists in collaboration with world-renowned cosmetic experts, and offer a comprehensive approach to skin care using patent pending moisture serums for day and night use. Made with human parthenogenetic stem cell extracts, the serums deliver anti-aging benefits, resulting in healthier and younger-looking skin. These products were launched in November 2010 and are available for purchase through the www.lifelineskincare.com website and selected luxury spas across the United States.

Adding Richards Partners to the Lifeline Skin Care^TM team is part of Lifeline's plan to build on its initial successful product launch last year, and the Web based sales that have followed, by initiating a series of new marketing campaigns to further develop the Lifeline Skin Care^TMbrand identity. These new marketing initiatives include traditional print and news media campaigns, as well as a new digital strategy focused on Internet and social media. "We are looking forward to working closely with the Richards Partners and leveraging their expertise in these areas to enhance the profile of Lifeline Skin Care^TM and its revolutionary new skin care products," says Lifeline CEO Ruslan Semechkin, PhD. "Building a globally recognizable brand is a long-term process and this is an important step towards creating Lifeline's name. We believe this is a good time to begin these campaigns and continue our sales momentum resulting from our successful initial launch," Dr. Semechkin continued.

As previously announced the Mauldin Group, Lifeline's marketing partner, will be managing the day to day relationship with the Richards Partners and planning additional direct marketing initiatives similar to the successful initial launch in 2010. Tiffani Mauldin-Frederick, marketing partner of Lifeline Skin Care^TM, says, "We're excited about working together with Richards Partners. We believe the collaboration will provide additional momentum and increase brand recognition for Lifeline Skin Care^TM and help educate the public about the revolutionary science behind these products."

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL STEM CELL CORPORATION (ISCO.OB)

International Stem Cell Corporation is a California-based biotechnology company focused on the therapeutic applications of human parthenogenetic stem cells and the development and commercialization of cell-based research and cosmetic products. ISCO's core technology, parthenogenesis, results in creation of pluripotent human stem cells from unfertilized oocytes (eggs). hpSCs avoid ethical issues associated with the use or destruction of viable human embryos. ISCO scientists have created the first parthenogenic, homozygous stem cell line that can be a source of therapeutic cells with minimal immune rejection after transplantation into hundreds of millions of individuals of differing sexes, ages and racial groups. This offers the potential to create the first true stem cell bank, UniStemCell™, while avoiding the ethical issue of using fertilized eggs. ISCO also produces and markets specialized cells and growth media for therapeutic research worldwide through its subsidiary Lifeline Cell Technology and cell-based skin care products through its subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care. More information is available at ISCO's website, www.internationalstemcell.com.

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Key Words: Stem cells, parthenogenesis, biotechnology, skin care, anti-aging

International Stem Cell Corporation
Kenneth C. Aldrich, Chairman
1-760-940-6383
kaldrich@intlstemcell.com
or
Lifeline Skin Care, Inc.
Ruslan Semechkin, PhD, President & CEO
Vice President, ISCO
ras@intlstemcell.com

Kenneth Aldrich, Executive Chairman of International Stem Cell Corporation, will make a public appearance on March 16th, 2011 on behalf of ISCO

International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCBB:ISCO),www.internationalstemcell.com, announced today that its Executive Chairman, Kenneth C. Aldrich, will present at theROTH 23rd Annual Orange County Growth Stock Conferenceat the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, CA. on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 10:30 AM PDT (1:30 PM EDT). The webcast can be viewed live at:http://www.wsw.com/webcast/roth24/isco/. The presentation will be archived and viewable at the same link for 90 days. After the Roth Conference, a link to the presentation will also be posted to the ISCO website,www.internationalstemcell.com.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL STEM CELL CORPORATION (ISCO.OB)

International Stem Cell Corporation is a California-based biotechnology company focused on therapeutic and research products. ISCO's core technology, parthenogenesis, results in creation of pluripotent human stem cells from unfertilized oocytes (eggs). These proprietary cells avoid ethical issues associated with use or destruction of viable human embryos and, unlike most other major stem cell types, can be immune matched and be a source of therapeutic cells with minimal rejection after transplantation into hundreds of millions of individuals of differing racial groups. ISCO also produces and markets specialized cells and growth media for therapeutic research worldwide through its subsidiary, Lifeline Cell Technology, and has developed cell based skin care products through its subsidiary, Lifeline Skin Care. ISCO is advancing novel human stem cell-based therapies where cells have been proven to be efficacious but traditional small molecule and protein therapeutics have not. More information is available on ISCO's website, www.internationalstemcell.com.

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Key Words: Stem cells, parthenogenesis, biotechnology, skin care

CONTACTS

International Stem Cell Corporation

Kenneth C. Aldrich, Executive Chairman

1-760-940-6383

kaldrich@intlstemcell.com

International Stem Cell Corporation Updates on 2010 Initial Product Launch of its Lifeline Skin Care Products

International Stem Cell Corporation (OTCBB:ISCO), www.internationalstemcell.com, announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary Lifeline Skin Care, Inc. ("LSC"), has now completed its evaluation of the highly successful trial launch of its new stem cell skin care product line in November and December 2010, and will move forward with its general marketing program.

Lifeline Skin Care products contain parthenogenetic stem cell extract and were developed by the ISCO research team in collaboration with world recognized cosmetic chemists. The breakthrough products deliver leading advances in skin rejuvenation technology that help to prevent and repair damaged skin. The products are available through our online store at www.lifelineskincare.com.

"Sales to date have greatly exceeded our expectations for the trial launch. These initial sales resulted from a very limited product offering made to subscribers of only one of the several newsletters of our marketing partner, John Mauldin, plus a small direct mailing to interested parties and ISCO's shareholders who had signed up for general corporate information through the ISCO website," said Dr. Ruslan Semechkin, CEO of Lifeline Skin Care.

Lifeline Skin Care is now ready to move forward to the next phase of distribution, which will commence near the end of March. That phase will consist initially of a customer solicitation conducted by John Mauldin's specialty Internet and direct response marketing organization. "We almost never endorse or sell a retail product," said Mr. Mauldin, "but the results of both our informal testing and the company's formal studies have convinced us that the Lifeline Skin Care products really are a game-changing advance in skin care. I have not seen such a strong response in online marketing in the last ten years. We are all very excited and proud to be involved."

Kenneth Aldrich, Chairman of ISCO, issued a cautionary comment to its investors. "We are incredibly excited by the prospects of this new product from our Lifeline Skin Care subsidiary. Selling over 7,000 bottles through a very limited trial launch, as we have done, represents a significant first step, but it would be imprudent for us to base projections of future sales or profits on a sample base of this size."

ISCO investors should note that under ISCO's current revenue recognition policy, a large portion of the Q-4 2010 sales will not be included as revenue in the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2010. Sales of these products meet our revenue recognition criteria after our 30 day product guarantee period has been completed.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL STEM CELL CORPORATION (ISCO.OB)

International Stem Cell Corporation is a California-based biotechnology company focused on therapeutic and research products. ISCO's core technology, parthenogenesis, results in creation of pluripotent human stem cells from unfertilized oocytes (eggs). These proprietary cells avoid ethical issues associated with use or destruction of viable human embryos and, unlike most other major stem cell types, can be immune matched and be a source of therapeutic cells with minimal rejection after transplantation into hundreds of millions of individuals of differing racial groups. ISCO also produces and markets specialized cells and growth media for therapeutic research worldwide through its subsidiary, Lifeline Cell Technology, and has developed cell based skin care products through its subsidiary, Lifeline Skin Care. ISCO is advancing novel human stem cell-based therapies where cells have been proven to be efficacious but traditional small molecule and protein therapeutics have not. More information is available on ISCO's website, www.internationalstemcell.com.

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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Statements pertaining to anticipated developments, product marketing plans, the potential benefits of collaborations, affiliations, and other opportunities for the company and its subsidiaries, along with other statements about the future expectations, beliefs, goals, plans, or prospects expressed by management constitute forward-looking statements. Any statements that are not historical fact (including, but not limited to statements that contain words such as "will," "believes," "plans," "anticipates," "expects," "estimates,") should also be considered to be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, risks inherent in the development and/or commercialization of potential products and the management of collaborations, regulatory approvals, need and ability to obtain future capital, application of capital resources among competing uses, and maintenance of intellectual property rights. Actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements and as such should be evaluated together with the many uncertainties that affect the company's business, particularly those mentioned in the cautionary statements found in the company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The company disclaims any intent or obligation to update forward-looking statements.

Key Words: Stem cells, parthenogenesis, biotechnology, skin care

International Stem Cell Corporation
Kenneth C. Aldrich, Chairman
1-760-940-6383
kaldrich@intlstemcell.com
or
Lifeline Skin Care, Inc.
Ruslan Semechkin, PhD, President & CEO
Vice President, ISCO
ras@intlstemcell.com

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