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Chemical Peels Toronto – An Overview

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At Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto we specialize in various professional strength Chemical peels for different skin types and skin problems . A Chemical Peel is a method of thoroughly exfoliating the skin .

The chemical peel then creates a controlled and even shedding of the superficial layers of the skin . This shedding of skin cells forces your body to rebuild and replace these cells with with healthy ones.

Depending on the Chemical peel that we have chosen for you at Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto you will have either mild to dramatic shedding of the skin cells on the treated area. The end result is a clearer more vibrant, even toned skin, visible reduction of acne and pore size, lightening of hyperpigmented areas and sun damage as well as a reduction in fine lines.

Chemical Peels can be performed on your face,chest, neck,hands and back.

At Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto we use many different types of professional Chemical Peels ranging from peels that have little or no down time to deeper peels that have more dramatic results.

Our Medical Aesthetician has been performing various types of Chemical Peels in Toronto for over 15 years and works with you to find the appropriate protocol for your skin type and lifestyle. As with all medically based skin treatments the proper SPF must be worn daily to protect your skin.

Botox Toronto

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Botox

What is BOTOX®?

BOTOX® is the brand name for Botulinum Toxin Type A.

This is a protein made in the laboratory from the toxin of a bacterium called Clostridium Botulinum. The toxin is a potent poison. The protein is not.

During the manufacturing process, the toxin is diluted, processed and purified. The resulting protein is absorbed completely by the muscles into which it is injected. The body does not absorb the protein… and this is why BOTOX® is so safe. Because it is not absorbed, BOTOX® does not affect the body, only the muscles into which it is injected. After 3 to 6 months, BOTOX® disappears from the body without leaving a trace.

What can BOTOX® do?

BOTOX® is injected into muscles of the face  to partially relax specific muscles and temporarily lessens the appearance of certain wrinkles that are caused by these muscles. BOTOX® has been used for this purpose for the past 15 years all over the world. The wrinkles that are due to muscle contraction (such as frowning or raising the eyebrows in surprise) are called dynamic or expressive wrinkles. These are the wrinkles that soften with BOTOX® treatment.

Which wrinkles can BOTOX® soften?

  • the vertical “11” lines between the eyebrows that appear when we frown.
  • the horizontal lines on the forehead that appear when we raise our eyebrows in surprise
  • the horizontal “crow’s feet” lines next to our eyes that appear when we smile

Is that all that it can do? No.

As an expert in BOTOX® injections, certain advanced techniques are used to:

  • contour the position of the eyebrows via strategically placed injections. In this way he can create a pleasing arch, even out asymmetric eyebrows or give a “chemical eyelift” – raising the eyebrows and opening up the eyes.
  • soften the “bunny lines” that appear on the sides of the nose when, during a smile, one crinkles the nose.
  • decrease the flare of the nostrils
  • decrease the droop of the tip of the nose in some people when they speak.
  • decrease the severity of a “gummy smile”
  • straighten the corners of a mouth that are turning down with age
  • decrease the appearance of vertical lip lines – “smoker’s lines”
  • smooth out the wrinkly “orange peel” chin that some people get when they speak
  • stop teeth grinding and relieve TMJ
  • eliminate neck bands
  • stop excessive sweating on the face, palms, underarms or soles of the feet

Is BOTOX® safe?

BOTOX® is one of the safest medications we know and it has the backing of the FDA. It is also one of the most tested and studied drugs in medicine. Millions of procedures have been performed worldwide and serious side effects are unheard of. In the United States alone, 3.5 million injections are performed each year. There are no long term or permanent side effects and this fact has been established through extensive research. Rare temporary side effects include: bruising, redness at the injection site, headache or flu-like symptoms.

Am I going to be numb after BOTOX®?

No. BOTOX® weakens muscles temporarily, but has no effect on the nerves that control sensation.

Is there anything that has to be done after treatment?

We recommend that you make an effort to move the injected muscles for the next hour more than usual. You should be making exaggerated facial expressions for that time. This will help more of the BOTOX® to get into the right muscles faster. You also should not rub the area injected. You can lie down and you can exercise if you feel like it (although we recommend taking it easy for a few hours).

Does the BOTOX® take effect right away and how long does it last? No, you will usually start to feel the relaxation of the muscles injected with BOTOX® the next day or the day after. BOTOX® takes about a week to be maximally effective in most people. The effects last about 3 to 4 months. Some people who get regular BOTOX® injections notice that they need smaller doses of BOTOX® and that their BOTOX® starts to last longer – up to 6 months.

Do my wrinkles get worse if I stop doing BOTOX®?

Absolutely not. After BOTOX® wears off, your face looks like it did before BOTOX®. There is no loosening of the skin, no sagging due to BOTOX®. Using BOTOX® for a prolonged period of time does not cause sagging of the face due to atrophied muscles. On the contrary, prolonged use of BOTOX® over several years is very common and actually results in visible softening of the wrinkles, even after the BOTOX® has worn off. Whether this is due to a weakening of the muscles that cause the wrinkles or your body reprogramming itself to not make certain facial expressions when you want to communicate an emotion is unclear.

Microdermabrasion Toronto Versus Chemical Peel

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Microdermabrasion

Mechanical Versus Liquid

Microdermabrasion is one of the most popular services done Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto. It is an electronic form of mechanical exfoliation that uses micro-crystals or crushed diamonds to essentially “sand” the surface of the skin.  It also utilizes strong suction which helps remove even more dead cells and debris. The suction also gives a temporary plumping effect to the skin.

It is imperative that you disclose your health history, as well as what medications you have taken recently or are currently taking.  Certain skin conditions like rosacea or broken capillaries are also contraindicated.  Our specialists will review your history and analyze your skin, and decide if Microdermabrasion is appropriate for you.

Our gentle lactic acid peel or milk enzyme chemical peels would be more suitable for the sensitive skin types

Chemical Peels Toronto – What Are They?

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At Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto in the heart of the Kingsway, our exclusive line of Medical grade chemical peels come in various types and strengths.

Chemical Peels help to fight the signs of aging, sun damage and many skin conditions for the face and body.

Chemical peels are a form of exfoliating agents that are applied on the face or body to remove the rough upper layer of skin and to stimulate rejuvenation of new skin cells. Even though our skin is able to replace old cells with new ones, over time this natural exfoliating process begins to slow down as we age. Therefore our professionals are here to help!

Light and medium peels: are used to remove superficial wrinkles and discolorations

At Lasting Looks our unique Gentle Milk Enzyme Peel treatment is designed to improve skin without downtime or residual excess skin peeling. This is the ideal treatment to brighten your skin and keep it fresh and youthful.

From Cleopatra’s milk baths to products using milk ingredients, many skin experts know that milk is a skin’s best friend whether ingested or used topically!

Resurfacing peels: Recommended for diminishing fine wrinkles, age spots, sun damage, acne scarring and uneven pigmentation

Lasting Looks Perfect Peel will rejuvenate your skin and leave it looking younger and healthier after just one application. What makes the Perfect Peels so unique? It contains Glutathione (the ultimate antioxidant), which has never before been used in a peel.

Deep chemical peels: Used to treat more severe conditions

Our Deep Milk Enzyme Treatment (Monkey Peel) is used on all skin types for a deep and visible skin peeling.
This peel is effective for tough skin problems such as…