Dérmica offers milia removal in Edmonton, Alberta.
What are milia?
Milia are nodules (abnormal growths) that have formed in a sack. Think of milia as little “placentas” attached to the skin. These “placentas” are feeding and pulling nutrients from the skin. As a result, milia removal involves the physical removal of the sac fully intact.
What is the main cause of milia?
Milia is caused by internal factors. As a result, their treatment requires professional care. At Dérmica, we can help alleviate the symptoms of milia that show on the skin with a PORE facial.
Can milia be scraped?
Although exfoliation helps to stimulate the skin and brings impurities up to the surface, milia should not be scraped. These means of mechanical exfoliation are not ideal to treat milia. For example, microdermabrasion or granular exfoliation is too aggressive for milia, especially when its found in very sensitive areas such as the undereyes.
If you’re wanting to bring the milia up to the surface, chemical exfoliation or enzymatic exfoliation would be more appropriate. And of course, a PORE facial if you want immediate results.
Can milia be popped?
In general, milia can be safely extracted with proper preparation of the skin. Some are close enough to the surface that you are able to squeeze them out through the follicle opening. On the other hand, others may require a little assistance using a lancet (a very fine-tip needle) to pierce the skin. The lancet leaves an opening allowing the technician to extract the milia that is trapped in the skin.
Do milia multiply?
If your skin is prone to milia then you are more likely to develop more than one in the area or surrounding areas of the face.
Is there a cream to remove milia?
There are products available on the market that help stimulate exfoliation of the skin which then push impurities up to the surface. These products are typically retinol based, hydroxy acid based, or have other resurfacing ingredients.
Recommended skincare routine to prevent future milia
There is nothing you can really do to prevent milia if your skin is prone to them. However, you can minimize their severity and frequency by including exfoliating products in your skincare routine. In addition, regular facials will help keep milia to a minimum.
Dérmica offers microblading services in Edmonton, AB.
Does microblading work for everyone?
Microblading is a semipermanent eyebrow procedure that can last up to 3 years. It is a very popular procedure due to it’s longevity and natural appearance. When considering the procedure, our clients have asked, “does microblading work for everybody?”
Some people may find that their skin did not retain the pigment for as long as they hoped. Here’s what you need to know to determine if your skin will take well to the procedure. The longevity of your microblading comes down to the following factors:
DEPTH OF INCISION
The procedure is able to hold its colour for so long because we deposit pigment into the epidermal layer, below the surface of the skin. During the recovery period (10 days) the skin forms a light scab over the incisions. These scabs eventually slough away leaving the pigment enclosed in the epidermis. As the skin continues to regenerate through the years, the pigment is eventually pushed up to the outermost layer of the skin and is shed along with the skin.
This process can take up to 3 years with proper care and maintenance. Knowing how deep to go when making the incisions is a key factor (along with pretreating the skin and of course, following post care instructions) in the longevity of your microblading. Making the incisions too deep will cause the pigment to be deposited in the dermis layer of your skin thereby making your procedure permanent and increases the risk of scarring over the treatment site. Not going deep enough will make your brows fade prematurely.
THICKNESS OF SKIN
As skin experts, knowledge of the skin gives Dérmica comprehensive insight of this procedure. Typically, the head area of the brow has thicker skin in comparison to the arch and the tail. Skin thickness varies by sex, age, skin type, skin tone, health, and lifestyle.
Thicker skin generally means that there are more pores and the skin is oilier. The skin thins as we age so typically, older people have thinner skin, as well as people with a fair skin tone. Also, because older skin does not regenerate as quickly, it has shown to hold pigment better since it is not as oily. This understanding helps us use correct amount of pressure on the skin in order to get to the depth we want.
PRETREATMENT AND POST CARE OF THE SKIN
During your microblading procedure, we use a fine sharp blade to make incisions into the skin in order to insert pigment. As a result your skin experiences a bit of trauma, which is why preparation and post care play such an important role.
By providing you with Pre-Treatment guidelines and a Care kit, we encourage you to take necessary precautions prior to treatment to ensure that your treatment can be performed safely and effectively, plus increase the success rate of your microblading.
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IPL and LASER are different permanent hair removal procedures that have a similar purpose and achieve similar results.
They achieve their results by emitting a specific range of light energy towards a specific target in the skin.
IPL and Laser are both safe and effective treatment methods for treating skin conditions and permanently reducing unwanted hair. It is important to remember that results vary with both methods, there are specific guidelines to follow pre/post treatment, and number of sessions can range from 4-12.
LASER (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation)
Lasers operate by emitting a single wave of steady or pulsed laser light into their target. Depending on the manufacturer of the laser equipment, some lasers are not suitable for all skin tones or skin conditions. As a result, the technician is required to use different attachments or machines for treatment.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
IPL technologies project flashes of light energy onto the surface of the skin. The handheld device is placed directly on the skin and flashed at set intervals. The device emits a broad band of light energy into the skin, which is then quickly absorbed by the target. The diameter covered by the spot size varies and is ideal for larger areas.
At Dérmica, we offer IPL treatments for skin care and hair removal solutions. Our chosen technology is safe and customizable thanks to its ‘DPC’ technology. DPC stands for Dynamic Pulse Control. The DPC technology means that we can determine the “aggressiveness” of the treatment based on the duration of the pulse- shorter pulses are more aggressive, delivering the light beam in a shorter period of time, while longer pulses are less aggressive as they have a longer period to deliver the light beam. The different range of pulse durations results in a major increase in the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.
Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offers a facial treatment menu to address your skin concerns.
All of the facials in our menu are customized. Regardless of which facial you choose, your Service Provider will create a treatment approach based on observation and consultation.
This makes the selection process easier as you simply decide how you wish to be pampered!
FACIAL MENU
PORE facial
Undoubtedly the most popular of the facials. 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. 60 min.
TEEN facial
The TEEN Facial includes a deep-cleanse and pore extractions leaving the skin feeling fresh and renewed. Teen must be accompanied by parent/legal guardian.
35-45 min.
RELAX facial
The RELAX Facial includes all the essentials of classic facial procedure with light extractions, nourishing mask application, relaxation-face/shoulder/arm/hand massage, and moisturizing paraffin hand-dip. 75-90 min.
BEAUTY facial
The BEAUTY Facial includes all the essentials of classic facial with mild extractions, a brow Sculpt, nourishing mask application, and Pressure-Point facial massage. It is ideal for those preparing their face for an occasion or want to freshen the skin and brows. 75-90 min.
BEARD facial
The BEARD Facial includes all the essentials of a classic facial along with mild extractions, and a beard shampoo & conditioning treatment. it is the best option for men with beards in particular. 60 min.
BACK Treatment
The BACK Treatment focuses on treating skin conditions affecting the back. In similar fashion, it is structured much like a facial service that includes cleansing, exfoliation, steam, extractions, and back massage. 60-75 min.
Dérmica offers a classic manicure and pedicure menu in Edmonton. Our treatments are designed to provide you with all the benefits of a traditional service combined with our treatment approach.
Furthermore, our signature touch of luxury makes our manicures and pedicures a treat for tired hands and feet. Coupled with their corrective quality, they are a favourite on the menu.
This manicure service is ideal for hands in need of professional nail and cuticle grooming, detailing, and a paint service with attention to detail.
Gel polish add-on
Price: $5 application fee; $10 removal fee
Timing: + 15 min.
MINI MANÍ
Price: $40
Timing: 30min
The Mini MANÍ includes nail shaping, buff, and polish application. Undeniably a treat for little hands!
Gel polish add-on
Price: $5 application fee; $10 removal fee.
Timing: + 15 min.
PEDÍCARE MENU
Classic PEDÍCARE
Price: $75
Timing: 1hr 15min
Luxury is in the details. This pedicure service is ideal for feet in need of a professional skin and nail grooming, detailing, and paint service.
Gel polish add-on
Price: $5 application fee; $10 removal fee.
Timing: + 15 min.
MINI PEDÍ
Price: $50
Timing: 40min
Bring those little feet in for a treat! This service includes a foot soak, nail shaping, buff, and polish application.
Gel polish add-on
Price: $5 application fee; $10 removal fee.
Timing: + 15 min.
Anti-Fungal Tx PÉDICARE
Price: $125
Timing: Up to 1hr 45min
Fungal growth on your nails can lead to discomfort, deformities, and discolouration. Infected nails are treated to help prevent transmission and further complications.
Your nail care treatment plan will require follow-up service and use of the anti-fungal solution and home care instructions provided with your service.
Includes aftercare: anti-fungal drops.
Ingrown Nail PEDÍCARE
Price: $125
Timing: Up to 1hr 45min.
Ingrown toenails can cause discomfort and lead to infection when left untreated. Pressure is relieved by clearing debris and carefully trimming the ingrown portion of your nail.
A specialized nail brace is secured onto the affected nail to help guide the toenail as it grows and prevents it from back in the tissues of the nail wall.
Includes aftercare: nail softening solution)
Book your classic manicure & pedicure in Edmonton!
Hot yoga effects on the skin will vary according to the individual’s skin type, age, and other health related factors.
Under-stimulated skin types such as dry or mature will benefit from the stimulation brought on by the steam. Heat helps increase circulation which can in turn aid in stimulating the oil production and absorption levels of the skin.
Natural processes have slowed down in aging skin in particular. The stimulation caused by the heat will help increase the cell turnover rate, and hydration and moisture levels that decrease with age.
There are certain skin conditions or medications that can cause the skin to become sensitive or sensitized to heat application. This includes the hot yoga. The two main skin care concerns we see as technicians resulting from heat sensitivity are Rosacea and Acne.
Rosacea & Acne prone skin
Rosacea is aggravated by the application of heat. A person with this condition may cause potential harm to their skin.
Acne prone skin types will see an increase in oil production. As a result, they end up making their skin more susceptible to bacterial infections. This is because they are sweating profusely while the pores are open by the added heat and humidity.
Exposure frequency
If you are exposing your skin to that level of heat and activity on a daily basis, regarding of your skin type, hot yoga is going to have damaging effects on your skin. Overheating the skin can have a drying effect and cause inflammation and vascular lesions on the skin.
Tips to heal heat damage
If you love hot yoga and are regularly participating, there are things you can do to counteract the effects of the heat exposure.
One thing you can do is ensure that you always do a cold wash after your workout. In other words, don’t wait to wash your face until you get home. It’s not so much about cleaning it, it’s about calming it. Once you get home you can do a deep cleanse and care using nourishing products such as masks or serums that contain hyaluronic acid or aloe vera.
If you are a dryer skin type, make sure that you use the appropriate moisturizer for your skin to lock in the hydration. If you have acne-prone skin, you may benefit from a cleanser that contains salicylic acid which will help counterbalance the increased oil production caused by the heat exposure.
