Rosacea isn't just blushing; it's a chronic skin condition that affects millions worldwide. It causes persistent redness, flushing, enlarged pores, and sometimes acne-like bumps. During Rosacea Awareness Month, it's important to shed light on this often-misunderstood issue and help people learn how to manage it effectively. What Exactly is Rosacea? Rosacea goes beyond being a cosmetic issue. It is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that has significant symptoms that can affect your daily life. People with rosacea often have redness on their face that won't go away, along with flushing, visi ..read more

What’s with all the questions, you ask? When you are seeking a cosmetic treatment, it may not be obvious why we would want to know so much personal information. You might think, “I am just here to get lip filler or Botox, so why is this important?” As medical aesthetic treatments become socially accepted and demand grows, it is becoming more commonplace to find them being performed in traditionally non-medical environments like beauty salons, spas, and even pharmacies. With pop-ups in more locations, it is easy to forget that these are medical procedures that do carry some risk. After all, man ..read more

When you reach the big 5-0, it certainly causes you to celebrate. With age comes deeper confidence, along with wisdom and insights one could only wish for in our youth. You may feel a sense of freedom and a renewed focus on your own health and happiness. While some may embrace the natural ageing process, many women (and men) are now searching for ways to reverse signs of ageing and restore their youthful look. They want their appearance to reflect the vibrant energy they still feel inside. Does the notion of looking more youthful without surgery appeal to you? If so, read on to learn more abou ..read more

As you glide through this decade, you can rest assured that the phrase “40 is the new 30” is said for good reason. If you need a reminder, Beyonce, Ryan Reynolds and Kourtney Kardashian are all 40-somethings who reassure us that age is just a number. Your 40s are another great decade with even more sense of self-assuredness. Although priorities continue to change, by this point you’ve got the swing of things. As the life you built continues to evolve, so do signs of ageing. However, you still want your appearance to reflect the youthfulness and energy you still feel inside. In your 40s, you ma ..read more

Have you begun to discover a new degree of self-awareness, confidence, and a renewed look at life in your 30s? Some people say that your 30s are some of the best years because you have a better understanding of yourself and your desires. In this decade, you’re reaching your goals, establishing your career, home life, and inner circle. With all of this, you have a new sense of confidence and fulfillment that you want to last forever. As you progress through all the exciting changes in your 30s, you will also start to see your skin showing early signs of ageing. It is at this time that many thir ..read more

Are you a twenty-something who enjoys being on the cusp of something new, different and exciting? Changes come frequently during your 20s as you experience new leaps of faith and independence, initiating your career and making new social connections. You’re really learning how to become your best self. Enjoy your youthful beauty during these coming-of-age years. In your 20s, fine lines and wrinkles are far from sight and mind, and your complexion can effortlessly bounce back. At this age, a few simple preventative skincare measures can keep you appearing youthful for decades to come. Keep read ..read more

Is it ever OK to gift cosmetic treatments? Absolutely! While it may still be risky to give such a personal gift to your boss or your mother-in-law, in 2021 it is acceptable to give some cosmetic treatments if the recipient has put it on their wish list. The millennial generation has no qualms about requesting cosmetic treatments such as Botox or lip fillers. Many view these beautification procedures as mainstream and an important part of their personal maintenance. So if you are close to the giftee and know they already receive treatments or are expressly requesting them, by all means support ..read more

The pace of life today commonly dictates that we can excel at everything from caring for loved ones, maintaining a successful career, creating a lovely home, while managing hectic schedules in our speed of light technological age. How to do everything better and faster is a common theme found in media which encourages us to engage in a cycle of “doing”.  All too often we find ourselves overwhelmed with not only existing commitments, but feeling as though we ought to create a picture perfect life, with boundless energy.  In the pursuit of these lofty ideals, stress is often the end r ..read more

Introducing Juvéderm® Volbella™- a revolutionary new dermal filler designed specifically for lips.Scientifically advanced Volbella™ treatments give lips a smooth, natural look and feel, with less swelling and a longer lasting effect. With images in the media of "trout pout" and 'duck lips", it is understandable that patients are concerned about an unnatural looking result from a lip treatment. This new filler is different. It allows the skilled physician to create an ulta-smooth, natural look tailored to the fullness the patient desires. This is the only dermal filler clinically proven to las ..read more

Take the Forever Young Challenge with Clarity UV™: We are pleased to be the first clinic in Atlantic Canada to offer the Clarity UV™ Visualizer.  Introduced by Clarion Medical Technologies this software application allows digital photo analysis to reveal areas of sun damage in the deeper areas of your skin. Using this technology we are able to develop a personalized treatment plan which can then be emailed to you along with your photo. Suggested treatment options may include chemical peels, IPL photorejuvenation and skin care products. A series of skin treatments with IPL or intense puls ..read more