What is Psoriasis? It is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply ten times faster than usual. It makes the skin build red patches covered with white scales. They can grow anywhere but usually show up on scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. While Psoriasis cannot be transferred from person to person, it […]
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Eucrisa for Eczema
What is Eczema? It is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that results in dry skin, with patches that are red and intensely itchy. These patches sometimes ooze, become scaly, crusted or hardened. Some individuals have mild symptoms while others have severe symptoms that negatively impact quality of life. Eczema can occur anywhere on the skin […]
What can Botox do?
Botox has many applications, both medical and cosmetic. Migraines: in addition to softening muscles, Botox can block transmission of pain-causing neurotransmitters in migraine Sweating: the neurotransmitters causing sweating are the same ones causing sweating, this is especially helpful in the armpits, hands, and feet Lifting: Botox can also be used to provide a lift the […]
The Stigma of Cosmetic Fillers
Did you know? Cosmetic fillers are often stigmatized for creating unnatural outcomes. The most commonplace complaint from over 30 of my patients is that they fear they will look unnatural. For instance, my patients have been known to reference “Kylie Jenner” lips and truly believe that this is the standard of what cosmetic fillers will […]
Acne – Dos and Donts
Acne – we all have to deal with it. From the young, to the not so young. Oily skin? Dry skin? Here are a list of do’s and don’ts to help you deal with acne… and of course, just like anything else, be sure to speak with your skincare doctor! Do’s • Use skincare products […]
Botox: What does it do?
In our cosmetics practice, a is common to hear patients asking about ‘Botox’ (botulism toxin A) injections – for everything from a sagging chin to a droopy eyelid. In some cases, our patients are impressed with just what these injections can do for them, and at other times we have to direct them to another […]
10 Tips for Healthy Skin
Healthy skin is really one of the most important ingredients for beauty-enhancement. This article on skin care tips is an effort to bring the 10 best skin care tips to you. So let’s see what these top ten skin care tips are: * Knowing your skin type is one of the most important skin care […]
Acne Scarring & Treatments
Acne, and acne scarring, can be a major blow to one’s self confidence. That’s why it is important to understand and know some of the different ways of treating and clearing up acne. Here we will discuss some of the different methods of getting rid of acne. It is our hope that some of this […]
All About Facial Skin Care
‘Facial skin care’ is more a matter of discipline than anything else. In our dry Canadian weather, a facial skin care routine requires some dedication. What comprises an effective facial skin care routine? Well, very simply, a facial skin care routine can follow the following 4 steps: * Cleansing * Toning * Exfoliating * Moisturising […]
The 3 Causes Of Wrinkles And Their Effects On Your Skin
In our clinical experience, you don’t have to pay a fortune for great anti-aging skincare. Go for products you can afford and understand. The skincare industry is littered with conflicting information, and there is enormous confusion about skincare. In this confusion, certain individuals take advantage of it, and charge very high prices for products may or may […]