What does your skin need this winter? As the cold weather closes in, we’re all gravitating towards a cozy fire, a hot cup of coffee, and warmer layers to bundle up. But our skin changes with the seasons, too. So what’s the truth about winter skincare? Learn about what your skin needs to acclimatize and […]
There’s nothing better than feeling great in your own skin. While we hope that all of our patients feel that confidence every day, we also know that concerns about your skin can distract you from feeling like your best self. Whether you’re frustrated with dull, aging, tired-looking, blemish-ridden, dry, or lax skin, we offer inspiring […]
Are you serious about great skincare and treatments for a lovely complexion? Don’t forget about your neck! Although we’re all likely more aware of aging on our faces, the neck is often the first place to show visible signs of aging. Neck skin is often overlooked in a skincare regimen, even though it’s one of […]
Spring clean your skin. The long, cold Ontario winter tends to result in a little bit of cabin fever. We can’t wait to peel off the heavy layers of winter clothes and feel the warmth of the summer sun. Our skin can use a little peel of its own too—literally! The chilly and dry temperatures […]
A new in-office clinical peel treatment for unparalleled rejuvenation. Oakville Plastic Surgery and Advanced Skincare is pleased to offer the ZO® Controlled Depth Peel™ to Oakville, Cambridge and Southern Ontario patients. This highly advanced, in-office procedure is recommended for those who are concerned with preventing the first signs of aging, as well as anyone who […]
Clinical peels for healthy and beautiful skin. There are some women whose skin radiates a healthy glow that transcends the effects of time. What’s their secret? Clinical peels are one of the safest and easiest ways to maintain smooth skin with an even skin tone and the refined pores we all covet. How do clinical […]
The instinct for a mother to put the needs of her family ahead of her own is a strong one. This tendency often means that timeout and treats are a rare occurrence for moms. Thankfully, Mother’s Day affords us with the opportunity to spoil the special women—mothers, wives, sisters and friends—who take such good care […]
Aging is inevitable—how well we age, however, is something over which we have a measure of control. An area that tends to show the signs of aging the most rapidly is the neck. This is due to the dry, sensitive and thin nature of neck skin. There are skincare habits that can keep the neck […]
The cooler temperatures that accompany winter weather affect more than our choice of clothing—they have an effect on how our skin feels as well. Dryness, dehydration and seasonal outbreaks of eczema and psoriasis are not uncommon when the mercury descends. In addition to the discomfort these changes may cause, the skin often appears dull and […]
Is it the relaxed pace of life and ample opportunities for fun with friends that produce a summer glow? Perhaps—but more realistically, it relates to the increased oil production that keeps our skin hydrated and moist. As the temperature dips with the arrival of fall and winter, these oil secretions decrease. This, in combination with […]
Content Reviewed By: Dr. Nancy de Kleer, MD, FRCSC on September 10, 2019
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