Skin & Dermatology
TCA Cross Treatments
What is TCA? TCA is an abbreviation for trichloroacetic acid, which is the chemical acid used for certain types of chemical peels as well as TCA Cross treatments. “Cross” is an acronym for a method of chemical reconstruction of skin scars, using a strong trichloroacetic acid placed directly into atrophic scars. TCA Cross is primarily…
Read MoreFall Skincare Tips: 5 Best Treatments to Fight Photoaging
Summer was good to us —we’re sad to see it go! Summer isn’t, however, always good for our skin. Not to worry, we’re here to help. In this blog, we talk about the best ways to treat and reverse sun-damaged skin. What is Photoaging? Photoaging, also known as sun damage, is caused by too much…
Read MoreAcne Awareness Month: Our Top 7 Tips for Clearer, Healthier, and Smoother Skin
September is Acne Awareness Month—the perfect time to prioritize healthy skin. With summer winding down, it’s time to adjust your routine to better care for your body’s biggest organ—your skin. Follow these 7 tips for acne-prone skin to get a smoother, clearer, more balanced complexion. 1. Shun the sun Avoid the sun. If you have…
Read MoreTop 6 Summer Skincare Tips
Summer is in full force—and it’s hot out. With warmer days and stronger rays it’s more important than ever to get—and stay—on top of your skincare routine. We’re sharing 6 summer skincare tips and offer options to freshen up, protect, and add a little glow to your face. Beautiful skin is an all-season commitment. 1.…
Read MoreSummer Skincare- Great Skin is an All-Seasons Commitment!
Summer sunsets, beach days, the smell of freshly cut grass… it’s the most looked-forward to part of the year. As we transition into sunnier days, we must not forget to transition our skincare as well! With more time spent outside in the sun’s rays, it’s time to up our SPF game and make sure we…
Read MoreDermaplaning – A Happy Skin Resurfacing Treatment
Dermaplaning is performed on the face and is a safe alternative to chemical exfoliation treatments such as chemical peels (which are also safe and effective treatments). It is very safe to have performed all year long, even during our short summer months. It removes the outermost layers of dead skin cells, leaving the skin immediately…
Read MoreRadiofrequency Skin Tightening – The Way of the Future
Here at Ageless Living, we provide you with non-surgical options to tighten, rejuvenate, and remodel your skin. These treatments include the famous Forma and Morpheus8 by Inmode. Although these two treatments work differently, their common goal is to stimulate collagen. What is collagen? Essentially collagen makes up the layers of “support structure” under our skin.…
Read MoreWinter VS Your Skin – A Guide to Skincare in -40
Dry, flaky skin. Chapped lips. Your own personal snow globe when you peel off your leggings (ew, we know). Welcome to Alberta! It can feel impossible to master your skincare routine when it’s so cold out that the air hurts your face. Fear not, because we have your perfect skincare guide to help you stay…
Read MoreSurgical Mole Removal….. A Thing of the Past
Dealing with unsightly and irritating moles on your body? Are you resisting the urge to just rip it off or cut it out and be done with it? Many patients come into the clinic at Ageless Living looking for an option, any option, to remove these raised and pigmented lesions. Most people do not know…
Read MoreSunscreen – What Is the Difference Between Physical & Chemical Variations?
What is Physical Sunscreen? Physical sunscreens, sometimes referred to as mineral sunscreens, use mineral ingredients that have natural or passive sun protective properties. Some examples of these ingredients are titanium dioxide or zinc oxide. What is Chemical Sunscreen? Chemical sunscreens utilize chemical ingredients with active sun protective properties. Some examples of these ingredients are avobenzone,…
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