Lip augmentation with lip or dermal fillers is a cosmetic procedure available to individuals that are interested in achieving fuller, plumper lips. Although it is a temporary solution for thin lips, it can last as long as three months to a year.Doctors typically recommend using lip fillers that have hyaluronic acid as the main component. Most formulas contain the same essential ingredients with slight variations to the duration and density of the filler, and many contain lidocaine, to reduce the discomfort of the treatment. For example, Restylane offers a lip filler that is effective in increasing the overall volume of […]
What could be easier than zapping hair away? Laser hair removal is a simple and effective way to get rid of unwanted hair, and it’s become so popular that medical device manufacturers are scrambling to create the most advanced technology out there. That’s why there are many different types of lasers now available for patients, leaving you the difficult task of figuring out which one is the best for you.
While we don’t believe in depriving you of your options, we do believe in providing you with the best option available, based on our professional medical opinion.
Petra, our Master Aesthetician, has […]
Many people are becoming aware of just how versatile cosmetic dermal fillers can be when it comes to restoring lost facial volume, filling lines and wrinkles or enhancing full, kissable lips. It may be less well known, however, that facial scars can be minimized with the use of dermal fillers. Acne scarring, in particular, responds well to the precision application of dermal fillers.
Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide found naturally in the skin and our connective tissue. Hyaluronic acid is hydrophilic – drawing water into itself and binding it to form a viscous substance which assists in hydration and skin elasticity. […]
What you will see after your chemical peel
swelling will increase over the first 2 – 3 days
your skin will feel like a sunburn when it’s touched
after 2 or 3 days, the skin will start to peel
skin peeling occurs in little patches, which actually makes you look worse
skin peeling continues up to day 7
the skin is usually healed by day 10 to 14
What you should do:
for swelling
use an ice pack (or a bag of frozen peas)
place on the treated area for 15 minutes, 3 or 4 times a day, for the first 2 days
keep your head elevated on pillows when you […]
Chemical peels is a group of non-surgical treatments to beautify your skin. There are several different types of formulations each at a different strength, and all have been designed to address a particular complexion problem.
Your chemical peel at Edelstein Cosmetic is performed by our Head Medical Aesthetician, a medical aesthetics educator who trains other aestheticians, nurses and doctors.
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Chicken pox (varicella) is a highly infectious disease that affects millions of people around the world. Many people get the chicken pox during childhood, when symptoms of the disease are usually milder than what occur for adult sufferers. Unfortunately, even after sufferers recover, some tend to experience a lasting impact of the disease regardless of their age: chicken pox scars. The doctors of a study examining effective treatments state that about 7% to 18% of sufferers experience lasting facial scars, which tend to be caused by bacterial infections that adversely affect chicken pox blisters as they heal (scratching and picking […]
How Do Chemical Peels Work?Chemical peels are formulated with exfoliating agents (natural acids) that work to reduce and eliminate acne as well as other skin problems. Peels are a gentle form of skin resurfacing that are affordable and don’t require a lengthy post-treatment downtime.
Superficial chemical peels are recommended alone or alongside complementary forms of acne removal treatment. When peels are added to an acne management regimen, they have been shown to improve the general quality of a patient’s skin texture while also decreasing the number of blemishes within a short amount of time. The use of chemical peels has been […]
Botox is a well-known treatment for wrinkles and facial lines caused by muscle movement. Neuromodulators such as Botox, Xeomin or Dysport have become some of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatments available in Toronto today. Botox is also becoming well-known as a treatment option for excessive sweating of the armpits, feet, and hands. Many people have heard of Botox for cosmetic, facial injection but may not be aware of its long-standing reputation as a safe medical treatment for chronic migraines, sweating, muscle contractures, eyelid twitches and more. New medical studies are consistently revealing new, exciting ways that Botox can provide […]
Many people have heard about the cosmetic benefits of Botox Cosmetic for smoothing away facial lines and wrinkles. It is one of the most tested, well established medications in Canada and is now approved for many additional, medical applications beyond anti-aging facial injections. Botox and other neuromodulators such as Dysport or Xeomin have proven beneficial for the treatment of excessive underarm, hand and foot sweat.
As well, Botox has been used for a variety of muscle spasm and pain-related issues. One of the most exciting medical applications in Toronto for Botox is chronic migraine treatment. The first migraine medical trials conducted […]
Botox is a well-known treatment to smooth facial lines and wrinkles, refresh a tired look and turn back the clock. Every medication carries risks, however, and although Botox has a very good, long term safety record, there are side effects to be aware of when planning your treatment. A quick search on the internet will turn up plenty of disturbing, anecdotal tales of Botox mishaps and unexpected results. Unfortunately, with the variety or practitioners available for treatment, the buyer must beware of the specific training and experience their injector has to ensure qualified care and avoid common pitfalls.
Most potential Botox […]
