Collagen Banking for Better Skin Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a procedure that’s taking the beauty world by storm… and for good reason – this treatment has the ability to give you smoother, more youthful-looking skin. Here’s how it works: Tiny needles are used to create small punctures in the skin. […]
As we age, we seem to develop brown spots on our face. Do you wonder what these brown spots are, how they can be treated, and which ones you need to be concerned about? Here’s a list of common pigment disorders to help answer those questions. SOLAR LENTIGO These brown spots seem to develop on […]
MICRONEEDLING A Modern Twist on an Ancient Practice The use of needles applied to the skin forms the ancient practice of acupuncture. It is now being used in aesthetic medicine to tap into the body’s natural healing process. The focus of aesthetic medicine is on treating skin conditions such as rosacea, melasma, acne scarring and […]
What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic and relapsing skin condition that primarily involves the central face. It can present as mild flushing, areas of veins on cheeks and around the nose, and sometimes as pustules that may appear to be acne but are, in fact, rosacea. Rosacea can also affect the eyes with redness […]
1. Which Facial Lesions are Benign? There are many types of facial lesions. The majority are benign and can be treated for cosmetic reasons. These include seborrheic keratoses, which are typically brown and can be slightly raised or significantly raised with a wart-like appearance. Your physician can treat these with cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen). Melasma is […]
Wearing Masks It was a little weird until it wasn’t. We are all used to them now and are happy to follow the advice of our public health experts to help manage the situation we are dealing with at present. So, how do we deal with the skin issues behind the mask? Have you […]
We found this Globe and Mail article by Natasha Bruno to be informative and well written. Have a read! Skin Care Goes Pharmaceutical-Grade NATASHA BRUNO SPECIAL TO THE GLOBE AND MAIL The major difference between skin-care categories is potency and strength of ingredients. Navigating the world of skincare can be overwhelming. One quick stroll down […]
There is an increasing number of men interested in evidence-based medical aesthetic procedures to improve the health of the skin, keep facial lines at bay, and correct the volume loss that occurs as we age. Below are some of the areas that can be addressed very successfully: SKIN CARE Everyone benefits from sunblock that contains […]
Rosacea – Do You Have it? Is the skin on your face red, sensitive, and / or bumpy? If so, you might have a treatable condition called rosacea. Read the information below and if you think you might be dealing with rosacea, contact your doctor for help. What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic […]
WHAT CAUSES BROWN SPOTS ON THE SKIN? Skin gets its colour from a pigment called melanin. Special cells in the skin (melanocytes) make melanin. Patches of skin become darker when melanocytes produce excessive melanin which migrates to the upper layers. Sun exposure, aging, and damage to the skin can all cause melanocytes to produce extra […]
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