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Jhoenna has taken her 15 years of experience in the beauty industry and known expertise to develop the Dérmica line of results-driven esthetic treatments that are sure to surpass your expectations!

Ingrown Toenail Removal with Advanced Pedicure

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Can you naturally fix an ingrown toenail?

Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offers ingrown toenail removal through our Ingrown Pedicure. We start off by assessing the severity of the ingrown toenail. If there is an active infection that is beyond the point of treatment, you are first referred to your physician to address the infection.

But if the toenail is found to be treatable with the Ingrown pedicure, the technician will prepare the nail by using softening agents. The sides of the nail are then cleared of any debris and buildup. Finally, the nail is trimmed accordingly using specialized tools.

Your technician will ensure that you feel sufficient relief. This process can take anywhere from one hour to an hour and a half depending on how severe it is or if the use of topical anaesthetic is necessary.

Dérmica ensures quality service by providing a complimentary follow up within the first 2 weeks once the swelling has dissipated. If the condition has not resolved. Your technician may include the use of a specialized serum in order to prevent or minimize future occurrences.

Can an ingrown toenail self-heal?

If the problem is caused by improper cutting, the injury to the nail can eventually resolve itself with minor grooming after a period of discomfort.

On the other hand, if the ingrown nail is severe or if its due to genetic factors, then it will always return. However, a person can have surgery to correct the condition, but even still, it can return. Nails are very good at regenerating even if you’ve had surgery.

What can I expect after my Ingrown Pedicure?

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The ingrown pedicure provides immediate relief. However, the area will be sensitive and susceptible to infection. If the skin was broken prior to removal or during the process, ensuring that you keep the area clean and dry is very important. Saltwater soaks may help cleanse the area.

If the skin has been broken, the use of Polysporin is recommended.


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Peace, Love, and Great Skin!

Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885 7108
dermica.ca

Dermica Pore Facial Treats Oily Forehead

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Q: Dérmica,
Why is my forehead so much more oily than the rest of my face? Do you treat a male oily forehead differently than a female?
– Oiler fan @ forehead, I mean, heart.


A: Dear Oiler fan,
The reason for your oily forehead is because you have combination skin. To treat a male or female oily forehead, we developed the Dérmica PORE facial. This facial is used to rebalance combination skin types and restore glowing skin, thereby allowing you to part with your oily forehead.

The PORE Facial includes all the essentials of a classic facial with an emphasis on clearing congested skin by extracting blackheads, milia, and other skin blemishes.

After a thorough skin analysis where we determine your skin type and condition, we begin the treatment by removing build-up and debris from the skin. This allows for proper product penetration and supple, glowing skin.

Products applied are dependent on specific zone needs. For example oily areas such as your forehead are treated with oil absorbing and pore minimizing products, and dehydrated areas are treated with hydrating products. Our custom applications ensure balancing benefits.

-Jhoenna, Spa Director and Treatment Developer

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Peace, Love, and Great Skin!

Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885 7108
dermica.ca

Why choose a Lash Lift?

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Experience the lash lift benefits for yourself! Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offers a full spa menu that includes this popular eyelash enhancement service.

During a lash lift, we use different sizes of silicone pads to “lift” each lash individually and create a subtle, natural looking curl. There are many benefits to the lash lift, let’s review a few.

Clean and classy curl finish

The full and natural yet perfect look is not the only benefit of a lash lift, but it’s a top one!

No artificial glue left to strain lashes

lash lift benefits- no artificial glue left on eyelashes

When it comes to the preservation of the integrity of the hair, lash lifts are gentler on the lashes in relation to other eyelash enhancement methods. For example, lash extensions require each lash to be connected to an artificial lash with adhesive 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With the lash lift, you process one time and then work on repair.

Cost effective, no fill required

The lash lift is a very low-maintenance service in comparison to other methods. Less frequent required visits is another benefit of the lift. Someone who can’t devote time every 2-3 weeks to fills would prefer the lift because you are looking at 6-10 weeks before you need another lift (depending on your natural lashes).

Lashes remain washable and makeup friendly

You’re looking at 48 hours post-treatment where you have to be cautious. However, after this period your lashes are safe for normal wear.


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Love, Peace, and Great Skin!

Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885 7108
dermica.ca

Does IPL Hair Removal work on facial hair?

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Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offer IPL hair removal treatments to remove hair on the face permanently.

Can IPL remove facial hair permanently?

IPL equipment delivers results by emitting a specific range of light energy towards a specific target in the skin. When it comes to facial and body hair, the target is the hair bulb.

Hair colour plays an important role when setting expectations for treatment outcomes. The light energy pulsed by the operating system targets pigment cells found in the hair bulb. As a result, the more pigment cells present, the more energy is absorbed and therefore, producing optimal results. 

IPL Hair Removal Treatment Protocols

Our IPL Hair Removal treatment will deliver permanent results on any area of face and body. Above all, razor burn, ingrown hairs, and embarrassing stubble will be a thing of the past!

Your safety is our first concern, therefore, please review the following criteria before booking online.

Pre-treatment protocols:

  • Must not currently be on or have used Accutane or any other oral prescription acne medications in the past 12 months
  • Discontinue usage any products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated 2 weeks prior to procedure
  • Wait a minimum of 4 weeks (or up to 6 weeks for darker skin types) from last tanning (artificial or natural) AND/OR waxing session
  • If currently on any prescription medications, check with your physician regarding possible photosensitivity

Contraindications:

  • Diabetes
  • Pregnancy
  • Disorders stimulated by light
  • Cancer (remission under 2 years)
  • Epilepsy
  • Use of photosensitive medication and herbs
  • Active infection of Herpes Simplex in treatment area
  • Use of anticoagulants

If any, potential side effects can include discomfort and fragile skin. Visible effects, for instance, edema (swelling) and erythema (redness), can last up to 24 hours.

Your technician will conclude the session by providing Post Care instructions. After that, you can expect your hair to shed approximately 2 weeks post-treatment. Subsequently, we recommend rebooking every 4-8 weeks.

Treatment course length

Facial areas require shorter rebooking timeframes than body areas. We recommend 8-12 treatment sessions spread 4-6 weeks apart. That is to say, a successful IPL treatment course requires commitment.

Treatment Tips

Phototherapy treatments “zap” live hair follicles while waxing removes them from the bulb. As a result, waxing counteracts IPL and laser treatments. Consequently, shaving is the only method of hair removal in between sessions.

Additionally, exfoliating twice per week will help prevent ingrown hairs.

Please shave the morning of your appointment. Furthermore, area should be shaved flush to the skin for best results.

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View Dérmica’s literature on IPL…

Am I a good candidate for IPL Hair Removal?

FAQs including possible IPL Hair Removal side effects

What is the difference between IPL and Laser Hair Removal?

VIDEO: Dérmica IPL Hair Removal BEFORE & AFTER


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Love, Peace, and Great Skin!

Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885 7108
dermica.ca

How do I care for my Lash Lift?

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Located in Old Strathcona, Dérmica offers Lash Lift services. A Lash Lift is a natural eyelash enhancement. It creates curl using a reverse perming process. Lash Lifts last around 8 weeks. Taking good care of your lashes after a Lash Lift will help them last to their full potential.

Lash Maintenance

Don’t worry, it’s easy! The cardinal rule is keeping the eyelashes dry for 48 hours immediately after your Lash Lift. After that, maintenance mainly consists of cleaning and brushing.

Maintaining a youthful appearance through the eyelashes

There are so many ways that we age. For example, our eyes and lips get smaller, our noses and ears grow. Plus, we start growing hair in undesired areas, and the hair we want starts to thin! This includes eyebrows and eyelashes. So, Lash Lift or no Lash Lift, if you would like to preserve your eyelashes, we have some tips for you.

Cleanse

Help your eyelashes fight the aging process by cleaning them with a gentle cleanser after having worn mascara or eyeliner. This is a good way to keep your eyelashes as strong and thick as possible as you age.

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We recommend the Lily Anne Foam Bubble Wash and Cleansing Brush. Apply in small circular motions, gently work 1/2 pump of wash over lashes with your lash brush.

Treat

Treating the eyelashes with a growth serum is recommended for those 30 years of age plus. This is because this is the time that our lashes start thinning. Try the Adoreyes Eyelash Enhancing Serum. Apply to clean lash line, 1-2 times daily.

Makeup

Stick to mineral-based mascara whenever possible. It’s hard to find waterproof mascara that washes away with ease. Usually, there is a price to pay for waterproof mascara. That is, they ate hard to remove. We recommend the Glo Skin Beauty Waterproof Mascara. This mineral-based mascara gives non-flaking, smudge proof, waterproof all day wear, while washes away with ease.


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Microblading Edmonton South

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Microblading Treatment

Located in south Edmonton, Dérmica offers 3 levels of Microblading service.

Your eyebrows are designed by our experts using your natural facial structure, measurements, and any desired personal touches. Each individual hair stroke is carefully placed on the skin, building a beautiful and natural brow that lasts up to 3 years.

LEVELS & PRICING

Microblading- Level I : Increase the definition of your brow line, add density to thinning areas, fill small gaps and scars, or balance the overall brow shape. Includes up to 30% brow coverage and 1 Refresher which can be booked within 12 months following initial procedure. $350

Microblading – Level II : Remodel your brow shape, balance highly uneven brows, fill-in gaps, scars, increase density and thickness in sparse brows. Includes up to 60% brow coverage and 1 Refresher which can be booked within 12 months following initial procedure. $450

Microblading – Level III : Restore your brows from tip-tip and top-bottom with a complete coverage of severely thinned brows or missing brows. Includes up to 100% brow coverage and 1 Refresher which can be booked within 12 months following initial procedure. $550

Microblading Refresher : (under 12 months since last session) Hair strokes are refined and color is intensified or refreshed. No reshaping. $150

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA BEFORE BOOKING ONLINE.

Contraindications-CONDITIONS:

  • Diabetes
  • Cancer
  • Blood Clotting Abnormalities
  • Keloid Scarring
  • Herpes
  • Skin disease or disorder
  • Psoriasis/Eczema
  • Acne
  • Sunburn
  • Sensitivity or allergy to anaesthetic
  • Pregnant/Nursing

Contraindications- MEDICATIONS:

  • Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA) medications. Example: Asprin™
  • Anticoagulants (blood thinners)
  • Niacin
  • Retinol (2% or higher) – Avoid usage for 3 days prior to appointment. If prescribed, consult with physician
  • Acne medication (topical/oral) – Consult with physician

Time frame: Scroll down to see Booking Procedure

Contraindications- RECENT PROCEDURES:

  • BOTOX and dermal fillers (brow/forehead/eye area) – must wait 2 weeks following injection date.
  • Skin peels – Skin must be completely recovered prior to procedure date (approx. 2 weeks) following skin treatment date.
  • IPL or LASER treatments – Skin must be completely recovered (approx. 2 weeks) following skin treatment date.
  • Tanning – Allow skin 3 days to recover following your tanning session.
  • Waxing – Allow skin 3 days to recover following your waxing session.

Potential side effects:

  • Discomfort
  • Fragile skin
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Erythema (redness)

Downtime required: 2-8 days

View Dérmica’s literature on microblading…

How does microblading last so long?

Healing After your microblading procedure

VIDEO: Dérmica Microblading Before & After Pics.

VIDEO: Microblading Colour Pallette

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Love, Peace, and Great Skin!

Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885 7108
dermica.ca

Waxing procedure can be performed 4 weeks following procedure.

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