Dermatologist recommended: the best treatments for sun damage.
Expert Recommendations for Effective Sun Damage Skin Care Treatments Now that you know the key skincare components for improving sun damaged skin from our previous blog, let’s talk about the in-clinic treatments that can take your results one step further. BBL or IPL (Broadband Light or Intense Pulsed Light treatments) One of the most impactful […]
Dermatologist recommended: the best skincare for sun damage.
Expert Recommendations for Protecting Your Skin from Sun Damage Did you know that most of the symptoms we commonly attribute to aging are actually caused by sun damage? It’s true; excess sun exposure can lead to wrinkles, dull and dehydrated skin, sun spots, and even a loss of firmness and elasticity. In extreme cases it […]
Our favourite preventative aging treatments for men
Dermatologist Recommendations for Men’s Anti-Aging Skin Care Solutions Did you know that men are the fastest growing segment of the aesthetics industry? While cosmetic treatments are often marketed primarily to women, in recent years we’ve seen more and more male patients opt for these treatments, citing reasons ranging from wanting to look less stressed or […]
The importance of expertise in injectables.
Lately, you’ve been noticing some of the telltale signs of aging—wrinkles and fine lines, volume loss, and under eye circles—and you’re considering a BOTOX® or dermal filler treatment, but you’re not sure where to start. You’ve seen advertisements for big savings on injectable treatments, and there are so many practitioners claiming they can work miracles. […]
Dermatologist recommended: the best skincare for rosacea.
The Ultimate Guide to Skincare for Rosacea: Tips and Tricks from West Dermatology Do you suffer from rosacea? This common, chronic skin condition causes us to blush for all the wrong reasons. Affecting both men and women, rosacea is characterized by persistent facial redness, visible blood vessels, sensitive or burning skin, small bumps and pimples, […]
Dermatologist recommended: the best skincare for acne.
Welcome to the newest West Dermatology blog series, where we showcase products and treatments hand-picked by our expert dermatologists to address common skin conditions. This month we’re talking about the best skincare for acne. Oh, acne. Is there anything more confusing and frustrating than an acne breakout? Those pesky pimples can be triggered by many […]
Why should I be using an exfoliant?
Simply put, exfoliants are the best anti-aging products we have to get rid of old, dry, dead skin cells. Removing dead skin stimulates cell turnover beneath the surface and reveals fresh, new skin. When you remove that top layer of dead skin, you’re also allowing any product with active ingredients to permeate the skin more […]
Collagen 101.
What is collagen, and why is it so important? Collagen is a protein that provides structure to many parts of the body, including the skin. Together with elastin, collagen works to give skin its texture and shape. When collagen is abundant, skin is strong, hydrated, and appears youthful. Unfortunately, as we age, the body produces […]
Ultherapy®: the non-surgical facelift.
For sagging skin on the face or neck, surgery is no longer the only viable option. While a face or neck lift certainly still has its place, you should know there’s an effective, non-invasive alternative for lifting and tightening the skin: Ultherapy®. What is Ultherapy®? Ultherapy is the only Health Canada and FDA-approved medical procedure […]
Updates to Our Services
As of June 1st, 2020, we’re pleased to be able to reopen our doors and welcome patients again! Please note the following important changes we’ve implemented to protect both our patients and staff. What do I need to know before arriving at my scheduled appointment? You’ll receive a screening call before your appointment in regards […]