June 8, 2017

What are the Causes of Age Spots, Sun Spots & Wrinkles?

Wrinkles, altered pigmentation (age spots), loss of tone all associated with skin aging. Age -related skin changes are the result of genetically -programmed changes (intrinsic factors) and environmental wear and tear on skin (extrinsic factors). Ultraviolet has cases majority of structural changes to the skin. These changes are chemical reactions that occur within the skin and include:
May 25, 2017

Approaching Dermalogica Skin Care Products from a Health Perspective!

Dermalogica was founded in 1986 by Jane Wurwand, a highly educated and trained skin therapist. Today, this leading company is one of the most prestigious cosmetic and skin care distributors worldwide.  Their mission is to improve skin health results through the education of skin therapists and cosmetic professionals, rather than advertising or fancy packaging.  
May 18, 2017

Does Sun Exposure Age Skin?

The skin is an excellent record keeper. Every moment we are exposed to daylight adds up like money in the bank- the problem is the payoff; namely skin damage in the form of wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation and premature aging, a repressed immune system and the potential for skin cancer. Skin cancer is a global phenomenon.
May 17, 2017

What Causes Skin Tags?

Skin tag is benign, soft hanging skin which most people have at some point in their lives.The most common areas where skin tags occur are; eyelids, neck, under arms and the upper chest.They are much more common in middle age.What causes skin tags?Although we do not know the exact cause of skin tags, the following are thought to be associated with their appearance:
April 27, 2017

How does Laser Spider Vein Removal Work? In Toronto

Spider veins usually look like spider webs. They may be red, blue or purple and can be found anywhere on the face or body. Spider veins are blood vessels that are slightly enlarged and usually increase in number with age. Fortunately, there are ways to remove them. Laser is an effective, non-invasive treatment for removing spider veins from the skin. During treatment, laser light is focused and absorbed by the chromophore, which is responsible for the blood colour. The heat generated causes spider veins to collapse and fade. This non-invasive procedure may require more than one treatment for the best results.
February 14, 2013

What is The Cause of Facial Hair Growth in Women?

In women, every month, until after menopause an egg is released with help from the Luteining follicle hormone and this increases progesterone.  Sometimes, however, no egg is released and no progesterone is secreted rather estrogen production increases.  As a result of this imbalance the follicles mature into fluid-filled sacs or cysts that grow larger every month until progesterone is released.