Curious about SkinPen microneedling? Here’s what you need to know. During a SkinPen microneedling treatment, tiny pinpricks along the surface of the skin trigger skin’s natural regeneration and healing processes. Microneedling treatments refine pores, trigger collagen production, improve skin texture, minimize scars, fade skin discolouration, and more. Microneedling is a non-invasive, effective solution for fine […]
It is not uncommon to let thoughts of sun protection take a back seat in the winter months, but with skin cancer taking the lead in cancer diagnosis in Canada, and with melanoma on the rise, diligent sun protection has never been more important. In this article, we share with Oakville and Southern Ontario patients […]
Vitamins for skin repair. We all know we need to get our dose of vitamins through our diet in order for our body to function at its best, but we may not fully appreciate they need to be applied topically for healthier skin as well. With all the attention from beauty bloggers and media in […]
In our April newsletter Dr. de Kleer reflects on the one skincare practice she recommends to every patient, regardless of their age. “Sunscreen. Sunscreen. Sunscreen. I cannot stress more the importance of protecting your skin with proper sun protection—rain or shine, indoors all day or outdoors all day. Protect your skin from the direct […]
In the moment when we’re enjoying the warmth and comfort of the sun, or basking in the bronzed glow in our skin, we’re not thinking about the long-term health consequences of prolonged sun exposure. Unfortunately, as educated as we are about sun damage, the allure of a tan seems to outweigh the possibility of developing […]
Just as we change our diets, apparel and daily routines from season to season, our skincare regimen can benefit from some seasonal tweaking. In this article we’re sharing tips with clients in the community of Oakville on how to best care for their skin in the spring and summer months. Lighten up. The cold weather […]
With fall on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about what summer has done to our skin. Even with diligent application of sunscreen, our skin can still experience a moderate amount of UV exposure—and UV exposure means sun damage. Sun damage can present in a number of ways; besides a tan (which we all […]