Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It often causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples, and usually appears on the face, forehead, chest, upper back and shoulders.
Learn moreA double chin, is a common condition that occurs when a layer of fat forms below the chin. A double chin is often connected with weight gain, but it is not necessary to be overweight to have one. Genetics or loose skin resulting from aging or even weight loss may also result in a double chin.
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Learn moreA very common skin condition characterized by dark discolouration of sun-exposed areas on the face, hands or other areas of the body. Melasma typically appears as irregularly shaped but defined blotches of light- to dark-brown hyperpigmentation.
Learn moreSometimes referred to as a beauty mark or beauty spot these birth marks can be found anywhere on the body. They are commonly associated with beauty, and where some people would rather have them removed, others find ways to create beauty marks on their faces or necks.
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Learn moreRosacea, sometimes referred to as acne rosacea, is a chronic skin condition recognized by redness and flushing in the face. Rosacea typically manifests as flushing and redness in the forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin.
Learn moreSagging skin, like fine lines and wrinkles, is a symptom of aging. The body, unable to keep up with the stresses of micro-traumas from gravity and the sun, combined with the 1% loss of collagen each year, begins to succumb to these forces.
Learn moreScars form when the dermis (deep, thick layer of skin) is damaged. The body forms new collagen fibers (a naturally occurring protein in the body) to mend the damage, resulting in a scar. The new scar tissue will have a different texture and quality than the surrounding tissue.
Learn moreSkin cells called melanocytes, have internal pigment producing mechanisms. When our skin is exposed to harmful damage sources like the sun's UV rays, our melanocytes produce a chemical called melanin.
Learn moreSkin tags are sometimes considered a cosmetic nuisance. A discussion with your family physician can result in a safe and effective treatement plan to resolve and prevent against them.
Learn moreStretch marks occur due to rapid body growth due to pregnancy, puberty or as a result of sudden weight gain or muscle building. Stretch marks are caused by tearing of the dermis and is the result of skin stretching quickly.
Learn morePregnancy, a sedentary lifestyle and genetics are all factors in whether Varicose or Spider Veins develop. While varicose veins and spider veins have the same cause, there are differences between these two types of veins.
Learn moreVitiligo results in the death of melanocytes, resulting in "patches" of pale or colourless skin. Vitiligo is understood to be a a skin condition in which ares of the skin can lose their color. The total area of skin that can be affected by vitiligo varies between individuals
Learn moreThe best treatment for wrinkles is to take protective measures before they start to appear. Wrinkles are a sign that your skin is no longer able to keep up with the damaged from sun exposure, gravity and toxins, and although many consider wrinkle prevention a vain pursuit, it is actually important for overall skin health.
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