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As we age, so does our skin. One of the major complaints is laxity. As we start to lose collagen, hyaluronic acid production slows down and fibroblasts and elasticity start to wane, we start to notice volume loss and crepey skin starts to appear. For women, as we begin the next stages of our lives, […]
Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin is quoted in healthing.ca online about how to clean our navel (belly button) properly. Read below to learn more. Dear Asking For a Friend, I take daily showers and consider myself pretty clean, but I recently noticed some brown buildup inside my navel. Scrubbing the area with a loofah […]
You can help keep your days carefree and easygoing by learning how to prevent these summer skin problems. 1. Acne breakouts. When sweat mixes with bacteria and oils on your skin, it can clog your pores. If you have acne-prone skin, this often means breakouts. Dermatologists recommend the following to help prevent acne: Blot sweat from […]
Dermatologist Ben Barankin, who is the medical director and founder of the Toronto Dermatology Centre, says that the order of applying your sunscreen depends on the type of sun protection you’re using. “You can apply a moisturizing sunscreen – more cream based rather than lotion – or apply chemical sunscreen first, then moisturizer,” he says. […]
Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin was interviewed by Slice recently and was asked for some expert advice on common misconceptions in skincare routines that people have. Read below to find out. So you’ve finally found all the products you need for a perfect skincare routine. Armed with a cleanser, some oils, a serum or two and a […]
Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin shared his expert advice on “what skincare products to use in your 20s” with Yahoo Style. Read below to learn more. If you’ve taken the time to learn a new language or master an instrument during the lockdown, then, honestly, props to you. Because for many of us (myself […]
Our very own, Dr. Benjamin Barankin was recently quoted in The National Post about dry skin – products and preventatives. During the colder months, our bodies are often covered in layers of clothes. Then during the summer, we shed some layers and our skin makes a guest appearance. As we sport shorts, tanks and sandals, […]
This past weekend, our very own Dr. Max Sauder was pleased to take part in the annual Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA) Virtual Conference 2021. Dr. Max Sauder was very honoured to speak to and educate other physicians about: Managing Skin Toxicities of Anticancer Treatments. At the end of this symposium, participants were able to: • […]
Nail biting can ruin your nails, damage your teeth and spread bacteria. Here’s how to tame the habit. Dear Asking for a Friend, My 18-year-old daughter bites her nails all the time, often until the nail is below the skin. She says she can’t help it, especially when she is stressed or nervous. We have […]
