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The Perfect Derma Peel Toronto & Rosacea

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The National Rosacea Society estimates that over 16 million Americans suffer from rosacea.

Most patients with rosacea experience excessive flushing and redness in the face, possibly due to the higher number of blood vessels and dilated capillaries that are close to the surface of the skin. Rosacea can vary from one patient to another. Acne rosacea, can often display itself as skin bumps formed by a buildup of the skin protein keratin and inflammation around the hair follicle.

There has been much speculation as to whether chemical peels will cause increased inflammation of the skin with regards to rosacea patients and their condition.

Salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid, is a derivative of aspirin, and is thought to be safe and beneficial to keep inflammation under control while increasing the rate of cell turnover. Salicylic acid is also a keratolytic medication that softens keratin, allowing other topical treatments or medications to penetrate skin layers more effectively.

A newer chemical peel in the cosmetic market is The Perfect Derma Peel; this particular peel is formulated for sensitive skin.

One of its main ingredients is salicylic acid, which is known to help address inflammation.

The Perfect Derma Peel exfoliates the top layer of the skin and then replaces it with newer healthier skin cells, which aids in reducing the appearance of redness and acne scars. It should be noted that it does take time for skin to adjust to salicylic acid treatments. One may expect increased skin irritation and dryness during the adjustment period, and take several weeks for skin to acclimate.

IPL (Intense Pulse Light) or Photorejuvenation is still the gold star treatment for treating Rosacea.

IPL and lasers target blood vessels responsible for flushing and redness. A vessel absorb the light energy, and heats them up to seal them, thus improving the appearance of rosacea. Patients will likely need a series of 6-8 treatments spaced a month apart, and maintenance will be required. Please note the worse your rosacea, the more treatments you will need for optimal results.

For more information on The Perfect Derma Peel, visit: https://www.lastinglooks.ca/perfect-peel-toronto/ at Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto.

Photo-Facials Toronto-IPL-For Rosacea

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Living with Rosacea

Rosacea symptoms can vary, but the following symptoms below are most common:

Flushing for no apparent reason
Persistent redness that feels like a sunburn
Bumps and pimples that sting
Visible blood vessels or capillaries
Red patches on the skin
Skin thickening, especially on the nose

The exact cause of rosacea has yet to be discovered.

Various specialists have different theories. Some say that rosacea may be a generalized blood vessel disorder explaining the flushes; while others claim that the stomach’s Helicobacter Pylori (a virus which produces ulcers) could be the main cause. There is also a theory that Rosacea is caused by a mite under the skin.

Although doctors feel there is no cure for Rosacea, there are ways to control and improve the symptoms.

Oral or topical prescription drugs can treat bumps and redness. Some doctors may prescribe antibiotics, followed by a long-term use of topical therapy.

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photofacial also known as Photo rejuvenation laser treatments, provide impressive results when treating Rosacea.

These treatments can constrict and reduce the visible blood vessels, as well as lessen the redness and red patches. Impressive results are seen after 3 to 5 treatments.

Maintenance treatments are required yearly to control Rosacea.

For more information on Photo Facials and IPL, visit us Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto at http://www.lastinglooks.ca/photo-facial-photo-rejuvenation-toronto

IPL Toronto-Photo Facial Treatments For Rosacea

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Rosacea solutions Photo Facial

A staggering 65 per cent of women over 25 years of age report problems with rosacea and facial redness.

Women over 35 years of age, claim it is one of the main reasons women look older than they are.”
Redness is caused by the tiny capillary veins under the skin becoming dilated so they show through and leak blood, making the redness permanent,
Most rosacea is usually in the shape of a “butterfly” mask of redness over the nose and cheeks.

Hormonal changes, pregnancy, and menopause can make reddening worse,
There are solutions to ensure that the future is not so rosy.

Laser and IPL Photo Facial Treatments at Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto
Whatever the cause of facial redness Photo Facials and intense pulsed light or IPL for short clinic treatments effectively target red pigment, sealing capillaries and destroying them.
Guess what ?? These lasers also have an anti-aging, collagen-boosting effects.

Rosacea and Anti-Redness creams
Special Products such as Skin Medica anti Redness Creme can reduce redness significantly.  For more information on IPL, Photorejuvenation and Photo Facials in Toronto, visit https://www.lastinglooks.ca/photofacial-ipl-toronto/

IPL Toronto-For Rosacea & Facial Redness

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 rosacea IPL

 

Rosacea is a very common chronic inflammatory disorder of the skin.

Rosacea is most often seen on the center portion of your face first and over time can spread to the rest of the face if left untreated. Rosacea is not contagious.

The nose and inner cheek area near the nose will have a flushed reddish look and several broken capillaries (blood vessels) that are quite visible. Rosacea can also be seen on the chest area and in severe cases it can be found on the scalp and neck.

Rosacea can start of with a mild pink flushed look. Over time the area can become very red and blotchy with the nose swelling in size. It may have an acne like appearance. It can be itchy or feel like its’ hot when flushed.

At Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto we have treated numerous patients with Rosacea and recognize that each patient has different concerns. We have various treatments and products available to help keep Rosacea under control.

In some cases Rosacea can be hereditary and it is predominantly found in people with fairer skins. Rosacea can be triggered or made worse under certain conditions. For example certain foods may trigger your Rosacea but have no effect on someone else with Rosacea.

Many treatments are available including IPL,  PhotoFacial, and Photorejuvenation

Visit Lasting Looks Clinic for your personalized Rosacea treatment plan.

IPL Toronto- How do we get Brown Spots??

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Brown Spots

Did you know that when you go into the sun your body makes melanin, which is a protective pigment to protect you from the harmful UVA rays?

If you constantly expose your skin to these harmful rays without any protection your body will produce too much melanin leaving brown spots or pigmented lesions behind.

Most sunspots appear on the hands, face, chest and arms, which are the most exposed areas to the sun.
Now melasma is a whole different story. Melasma are brown patches that are usually caused by fluctuations in hormones and increases in estrogens and progesterone. Melasma can be seen more often in pregnant woman. The pigmentation is deeper and less superficial.

Treatments of these brown spots in Toronto can include IPL (Intense Pulse Light) treatments Fraxel Laser or lightening Cremes. Cryotherapy is not our first choice as there is less control on the depth and area of the patch not to mention it can leave white marks (hypo-pigmentation) or at times even a darker patch. For a complimentary consultation on removing your brown spots visit us at Lasting Looks Clinic in the heart of the Kingsway

Photorejuvenation Toronto-Rosacea

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Rosacea

Do you find yourself with redness or that flushed look?

Is it primarily on the cheek, nose, forehead and chin area?

Do you have dilated capillaries (blood vessels) or small bumps resembling acne in this area?

Chances are that you have a condition called Rosacea. Rosacea affects millions of people in North America and around the world so you are not alone. The cause for Rosacea is unknown and it can happen at any age. Rosacea is a condition that can be controlled but not completely cured as you can always have something in your life that may trigger a flare-up.

There are many things that can trigger a Rosacea flare-up. Some triggers may include stress, diet, alcohol, exercise, sun or heat.

At Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto we treat many patients with Rosacea. We will customize a Rosacea treatment plan for you using a combination of topical treatments as well as IPL or Photo Facials specifically designed for Rosacea.

IPL Toronto (Photo Rejuvenation)

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IPL - Photo Rejuvenation

Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto. IPL is also known as Photo Rejuvenation, Photo Facial and numerous other names. IPL is not an ablative laser, which means it will not burn off the surface of your skin. At Lasting Looks Clinic we use IPL in the treatment of skin issues such as:

Sun Damage (sun spots)

Hyperpigmentation (brown patches)

Facial Veins -Capillaries Rosacea

Acne Scarring

Overall brightening and evening out of skin tone

We use the most current technology available for our IPL treatments. All of our equipment is certified by Health Canada for the specific treatments listed above. Our Laser Technicians are fully certified to perform the IPL treatments in a safe and responsible manner.    

How many IPL treatments will I need?   Most of our patients will see improvement immediately after their very first IPL treatment. However depending on the individual patient and the severity of their condition anywhere from 3 or more treatments may be necessary to achieve the desired results.

What areas can be treated with IPL?   At Lasting Looks Clinic in Toronto we can treat the face, hands, chest, neck, arms and legs with IPL. All of our IPL treatments are available in packages, which we are happy to customize for your individual needs.