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Fall is officially here! For those of us who are adamant about wearing sunscreen every day, there are fewer concerns than those who have foregone sun protection. For all of us, it is important to not only do our best to correct summer damage, but to prepare for the stubborn cold the winter brings with it.

During the summer, even those who wear sunscreen may not be reapplying as often as needed and so a little freckling may occur. Some vessels may break and cause flushing, and skin can get dehydrated due to pools or even swimming at the lake. We know that the winter brings with it its own complications and it is easier to deal with winter skin if summer skin has been properly looked after.

Some options are BBL (broadband light) which is great for reducing freckling and sun damage. We can remove broken capillaries and stimulate collagen as well with the BBL. It is necessary to be sun/tan free for a month before starting treatment, but that only means being sure you are wearing your sun protection daily. Other lasers for treating sun damage include the Laser Genesis and the Excel V laser. Upon consultation and skin assessment, the proper machine for your individual concerns will be recommended.

If your skin is looking dull, chemical peels, silk peels and microdermabrasion are excellent options. Knowing your concerns and considering your lifestyle demands helps us to choose which of these treatments would best be suited for your skin. It is important to make sure the chosen treatment is well defined and explained to you, including how to prepare for the service and how to treat the skin right afterwards. We want to optimize the exfoliation process, leaving a smoother, happier skin. In doing so, it is important that any topical medications (e.g. acne, anti-aging) are paused for about 7 days prior to treatment.

In all cases, the continued use of sunscreens is mandatory. Protecting the skin is a full time job and should be adhered to year round. Home care may change according to the season and a visit to your medical esthetician will help to determine what moisturizers or boosters will help to get you through the fall and winter months with your skin healthy and intact.

For more information, book your complimentary skin consult with a professional medical esthetician from Toronto Dermatology Centre today.

 

Our very own dermatologist and respected acne expert was recently quoted in York University’s Excalibur newspaper discussing the impact of acne on one’s psyche in “Acne can leave mental scars that are much worse than the physical ones.” Check out the full article here.

This year you don’t need to feel guilty for having an extra slice of pie.

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If acne is getting you down or affecting your everyday life, there are steps you can take to gain control of this condition and feel better.

# 1 Treatment. Self treat with over-the-counter preparations if you have mild acne (How to treat mild acne). Seek help from your family doctor or dermatologist for moderate (How to treat moderate acne) and severe (How to treat severe acne) acne. Treatment will improve your skin AND your outlook. Unsure if you need medical help? See Checklist – When to see a doctor? If you are interested in Home Remedies for Acne, see this list of what works (Hint – green tea, tea tree oil are promising).

# 2 Support. Enlist the support of family and close friends. Let them know how acne is affecting you and how they can help.

# 3 Camouflage. Find out how to hide acne by applying cover-up. While women are typically most comfortable with this, men can do this as well but often don’t consider it an option.

# 4 Lifestyle – Skincare and Diet. Follow a good skincare routine to maintain healthy skin and get the best results from treatment. See the latest research on Acne and Diet including the Western Diet and high Glycemic Index carbs. Find out and limit foods that cause you to break out.

# 5 Activities, social life. Be active. Research shows exercise promotes a positive attitude and feeling of well-being.  Be social. Make an effort to visit with friends and attend social events.

Credit: Acneaction.ca

If you’ve struggled with acne for a long time and you have acne scars or you’re concern about acne scarring check out this article here to learn how you can prevent it from occurring.

“When I think of the summer, two words pop into my mind: laying out. Whether I am in my backyard resting in a chair beside a dogwood tree, or relaxing on the sand at a beach, I love being outside with a light breeze above me, a good book in my hands, and the warm sun beaming down on my body.” Click here to read the full article.

credit: TeenVouge.com

 Until about age 10, the lenses of children’s eyes are clear. This allows more UV radiation from the sun to penetrate and possibly damage the eyes. UV-blocking sunglasses are the answer. Teach kids how important it is to wear shades when they’re outside!

Credit: The Skin Cancer Foundation

If you are immunosuppressed or have had a transplant, you must read this on skin cancer. Follow this link for the full article!04