When YouTube influencer Amanda Muse discovered she had skin cancer earlier this year, she was “shocked.” Luckily, the skin cancer was found and removed early. The spot underneath one of her breasts hadn’t actually raised any alarm bells with either Amanda or her doctor. It didn’t look like skin cancer. But a biopsy was ordered anyway, […]
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At ICLS we are fans of complex skincare – that is, the kind of skincare products loaded with medicinal ingredients and backed by numerous scientific studies as evidence of their promised results. Regardless of your skincare regime, it can be confusing to know which products to apply first, last and in-between. Complex shouldn’t be complicated. While […]
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Whether its old acne scars or fine facial lines, life takes a toll on our skin as the year’s progress. While these may seem unnoticeable at the start, they can quickly accumulate and worsen, undermining an individual’s self-confidence in their looks. To help tackle this unwanted sign of aging, many patients have turned to microdermabrasion […]
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Approximately 1 million Canadians are affected by psoriasis. The most common form can be characterized by fast growing skin cells that accumulate with the dead skin cells on the body which have a hard time shedding, resulting in lesions and scaly looking skin. The outbreaks, severity, and the chronic nature of psoriasis can make it […]
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Beauty innovations are happening day in and day out. And lucky for us Canucks, when it comes to both cosmetic medical treatments as well as physician-grade skincare, Canada is always on the cutting-edge and ahead of the curve. The use of growth factors in skincare has been around for years, but its currently causing some […]
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I think it is safe to say that a clear and even complexion is something all of us desire. At our dermatology and cosmetic surgery clinic we know that one of the major hindrances and most common problems is pigmentation and melasma. Pigmentation is typically brown spots on the skin that are either age spots or […]
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“The skin is the body’s largest organ” is probably one of the most well-known medical facts in the world. It’s a trivia tidbit that can be found on beer mats and bottle caps galore, but what does it mean for those wanting to achieve healthy, glowing skin? How do dermatologists study an organ that’s been […]
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Many Ontario men and women suffer from the unsightly condition of red blotchy skin. The most frustrating aspect of this problem is no one culprit is responsible. There are multiple reasons why you may suffer from constant red skin, and this post is intended to reveal some of the main causes and offer the best […]
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Skin cancer is the most preventable forms of the disease yet remains among the most prevalent, especially since many individuals love outdoor activities or sun-tanning, all of which can increase the risk for skin cancer. Properly and frequently applying sun protectant can prevent cancerous skin lesions, but it’s easy to forget sunscreen as a part […]
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Regardless of the weather or season, the sun’s powerful rays can damage skin cells. Over time, this can not only accelerate the aging process but also increase a person’s risk of developing skin cancer. While most patients know that diligent sunscreen use goes a long way in minimizing these harmful effects, few are away that […]
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