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Is homemade sunscreen safe? Busting 11 sunscreen myths to avoid permanent skin damage Do I need sunscreen if I’m not going outside? What if I have darker skin? Here’s what you need to know to avoid getting burned by misinformation this summer. Summer is the season of fun — but it can also be the […]
1 in 3 Canadians think dangers of sun exposure are exaggerated: What to know about skin cancer risk, sunscreens & more Nearly a quarter of Canadians believe you need to burn before you tan — but is it true? Canadians are becoming less concerned about skin cancer risks, and misinformation about sun safety is growing, […]
Congratulations to our esteemed Dr. Anatoli Freiman and Dr. Benjamin Barankin on their well-deserved recognition as top dermatologists in the annual “Top Doctors in Toronto” by Post City Magazine. These doctors are nominated by other respected physicians in Ontario who highly recommend them to patients and families. Curious if your doctor made the list? Check […]
Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin was recently quoted in the National Post discussing the powerful benefits of retinol. If you have a skincare problem or concern, chances are there is a product or more specifically an ingredient to combat it, you probably just don’t know it. Over the past few years, there has been […]
Stress acne is a thing Dr. Benjamin Barankin is a dermatologist practicing in Toronto and is the medical director and founder of the Toronto Dermatology Centre. Often skin care lines have an in-house dermatologist to talk about their respective brand but Dr. Benjamin Barankin is brand agnostic. He has shared best practices for picking sunscreen, mosquito protection and healing dry […]
Kids have more sensitive skin than adults and should be treated with care — bathing too much or for too long can lead to future issues. How often we shower (and when) can be a hotly contentious issue, especially when kids are involved. But there’s good reason for the debate, doctors tell the Star, as […]
Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin’s expertise has once again been sought regarding new and innovative treatments in dermatology. Read here.
Here’s when to worry about varicose veins, plus why they appear and how to treat them. When it comes to caring for the health of our legs, a common concern is varicose veins. Often blue and bulging, these pesky veins can seemingly appear out of nowhere, obfuscating the once pristine canvas of our gams. But […]
Canadian dermatologists assess benefits of new treatments A new biologic for psoriasis and a new tyrosine kinase-2 inhibitor for psoriasis, the long-term safety ofan IL-17 to treat pediatric patients with psoriasis, the availability of a new laser to treat acne, more options for atopic dermatitis (AD) patients, and expanding the use of deroofing in the […]
