Got a spa lover in your life? Have a look at our holiday guide for beauty gifts this Christmas!
This Christmas, give the gift of self-care with Dérmica, Edmonton’s go-to destination for beauty and relaxation. Our holiday gift guide is designed for YEG spa lovers who appreciate indulgence and wellness.
Radiant Skin for the Holidays
Surprise someone with glowing skin through our Glo Skin Beauty products—formulated to nourish and protect for a healthy, luminous complexion. Pair these with one of our rejuvenating facials for the ultimate pampering experience.
Foot Care for Every Lifestyle
For those who spend hours on their feet—runners, dancers, professionals in heels— or individuals managing health challenges that can affect the feet, such as diabetes— our Footlogix and Gehwol products are a thoughtful choice. These advanced foot care solutions soothe, hydrate, and protect. Combine them with a pedicure for a restorative treat that feels amazing.
Enhance Lashes & Brows
Know someone dreaming of fuller lashes and brows? Adoreyes serums help boost growth naturally. For instant results, gift our lash and brow services, including shaping, tinting, and extensions—perfect for anyone who loves effortless beauty.
Relaxation at Its Finest
Give the gift of serenity with our Relaxation Body Treatment, designed to melt away stress and restore balance. Pair it with a facial for a complete spa experience that feels like pure luxury.
Gift Cards Available Online
Not sure what to choose? Our Dérmica gift cards are the perfect solution! Available for purchase online, they let your loved ones select their favorite treatments and products at their convenience.
This holiday season, let Dérmica help you spread joy through beauty and relaxation. We hop our holiday guide gave you some ideas for beauty gifts this Christmas. Visit us online to shop our gift guide and purchase gift cards today!
In Edmonton, Alberta, special occasions like weddings and graduations call for more than just celebration—they deserve a flawless, radiant look that lasts. Professional makeup application is a must for these milestone moments, and we are here for it!
At Dérmica, we believe that beautiful makeup starts healthy skin. As skin experts, we like to use versatile makeup with skin-friendly ingredients. We find one brand stands out among the rest: Glo Skin Beauty.
This brand is known for its skin-nurturing formulas and high-performance pigments. Glo Skin Beauty combines skincare and makeup to create a luminous finish that enhances natural beauty. Whether you’re walking down the aisle or across the stage, Glo’s mineral-based products are designed to deliver long-lasting coverage. Its foundations and concealers provide buildable coverage, while its blushes, highlighters, and eyeshadows add dimension and glow that lasts through tears, hugs, and hours of celebration.
From soft, romantic bridal looks to bold, confident graduation glam, the brand offers a wide range of shades and textures to suit every skin tone and style. Best of all, it does so without clogging pores or irritating sensitive skin. Brides and graduates alike appreciate its breathable feel and photo-ready results.
Booking a professional makeup session ensures your look is tailored to your features, outfit, and event setting. Our professional makeup artists understand how to use Glo Skin Beauty to enhance your natural radiance while ensuring your makeup stays fresh from morning to night.
Whether you’re saying “I do” or tossing your cap, let your beauty shine with an expert makeup application and the skin-loving power of Glo Skin Beauty.
Understanding the IPL hair removal phases will help you set realistic expectations and follow a consistent treatment schedule for optimal results.
So, if you’ve ever wondered what’s happening beneath the surface after an IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) hair removal session, buckle up—your follicles are on a journey! Here’s a breakdown of the four key phases that occur over a 10-week period.
Phase 1: Week 1– Initial Breakdown
During the first session, IPL targets hairs in the active growth (anagen) phase. By week two, these treated follicles begin to degrade. This is the first visible sign that the treatment is working, as the light energy disrupts the hair’s ability to grow.
Phase 2: Weeks 2–4 – Stunted or Degraded Growth
In this stage, the treated hairs either stop growing or fall out. The follicles have either fully degraded or are no longer producing viable hair. This phase is crucial in the IPL hair removal stages, as it marks the beginning of noticeable hair reduction.
Phase 3: Weeks 5–7 – New Growth Cycle Emerges
Hair follicles that were inactive during the initial treatment begin transitioning into the active phase. In other words, the inactive follicles that weren’t affected earlier are now waking up and starting a new growth cycle. It’s like a fresh batch of hair popping up—perfect timing for your next IPL session to zap them away. This phase ensures that IPL continues to target all follicles over time.
Phase 4: Weeks 8–10 – Shedding and Preparation
By this point, previously treated hairs have shed naturally. The skin appears smoother, and the next cycle of hair growth is emerging—ideal timing for the next IPL session. It’s a rinse-and-repeat process that gets more effective with each session.
Consistency is key!
Stick to your treatment schedule and let each phase do its magic. Understanding the IPL hair removal phases ensures you get the most out of your treatment plan. If you’re considering IPL hair removal in Edmonton, Alberta, we are located on Whyte Avenue and offer professional services tailored to your skin and hair type.
Let us introduce you to a natural lash and brow transformation trio: the lash lift, brow shaping, and the use of growth serums for both lashes and brows. Together, these treatments offer a holistic approach to eye-area beauty, emphasizing health, structure, and natural enhancement.
The Power of the Trio: Lift, Shape, Nourish
When combined, these three treatments create a complete transformation:
1. Lash Lift opens the eyes and gives the appearance of added length.
A lash lift is a semi-permanent treatment that curls and lifts your natural lashes from the root, giving them a longer, fuller appearance. Lash lifts are great because they are a low-maintenance, natural-looking enhancement.
The entire procedure takes about 45–60 minutes and lasts 6–8 weeks.
2. Brow Shaping frames the face and enhances structure.
Brow shaping involves removing excess hair and defining the natural brow shape to suit your face.
A well-shaped brow can lift the eyes, balance facial features, and even change your perceived expression. Whether you prefer bold arches or soft curves, shaping your brows enhances symmetry and brings balance to your look.
3. Growth Serums nourish and sustain long-term beauty.
Growth serums are topical treatments designed to stimulate hair follicles, encouraging longer, thicker, and healthier lashes and brows. They typically contain a blend of peptides, vitamins, and botanical extracts.
The benefits of growth serums can be seen as early as three weeks after initial use. You should see reduced breakage and shedding which will result in thicker, fuller lashes and brows.
Ideal Routine
We recommend waiting a minimum of six weeks between lash lifts. While they are safe and gentle, they use a lifting lotion to break down the bonds in the hair structure. Like perms, they also use a setting lotion to reform the bonds to hold the new shape.
Brow shaping can be done on a monthly basis. We recommend getting your brows shaped professionally whenever you can.
Serum application is daily. Consistency is key. Some growth serums may require twice-daily application.
Stick to your routine and watch the natural lash and brow transformation trio unfold!
Just like a cup of freshly-brewed coffee on a crisp autumn morning, great brows can set the tone for your entire day. This year, fall brow trends are all about balance and boldness. Make a statement this season with bold colours and natural fullness.
Tips for Grooming Your Brows at Home
Fall is the perfect time to refresh your brow routine at home. All it takes is a little bit of daily care.
Brushing your eyebrows daily can aid in hair growth and conditioning. When you brush gently, you remove dead skin and debris off your brows daily. Plus, hair on your eyebrows gets an increase of blood circulating to the area. In turn, this delivers more oxygen and nutrients to the follicles- both essential for hair growth!
The bonus to daily brushing? It helps train your brows to grow in the desired direction as it distributes natural oils produced by your skin. For best results set the brows with brow gel during your morning makeup routine. A clear brow gel or even aloe vera can help hold shape all day.
Tweeze with caution!
When tweezing at home, only tweeze the hairs that are well below the brow line. The reason is that tweezers are not able to achieve a clean line. Waxing can achieve that precise line that is necessary for bold brows.
Brow Tinting
This year, fall brow trends consists of bold colour. Tinted brows are like adding a shot of espresso — they are daring, expressive, and totally you! If you’ve never tinted your eyebrows before, consider getting a Brow Sculpt.
The Brow Sculpt is excellent for maintaining water-proof coverage and refined brows. It includes a brow tint application for maximum coverage, and our signature dérmica Shape. Flaunt a flawless brow-line 24/7 with this high definition brow service!
The name can be a little discouraging, especially after a popular HBO show highlighted them in a scary (yet funny) way. Whether or not you watched the show in question- forget the drama! Peels are good for your skin. They refresh your skin and reveal a radiant glow.
No Fear, Just Glow.
Professional chemical peels are designed to effectively and safely remove the outer layers of the skin through the application of organic acids derived from natural sources. This process brings fresh plump cells to the surface of the skin giving it a vibrant, healthy, smooth and even appearance.
The strength of chemical peels vary widely as do their downtime. During your consultation, your esthetician will review any medical conditions, medications, or recent treatments that may affect your peel. In addition, your esthetician will recommend a treatment course and provide information on post treatment and possible side effects.
Peels are good for your skin and can be incorporated into your professional skin care regimen to help treat the appearance of fine lines, sun damage, pigmentation spots, and scarring.
Not sure if a peel is right for you?
Try our Treatment Selection Guide. Our easy-to-use, digital guide makes selecting the correct treatment for your skin type and concerns a breeze!
Our Skin questionnaire allows us to understand your skin type and concerns. Based on your answers, we recommend treatments to address your skin concerns and help you make informed decisions.
SAVE 15% ON GLO SKIN BEAUTY
Professional treatments should go hand in hand with clinical grade skincare products to help maximize results. This is why we offer 15% OFF all Glo Skin Beauty products in-store with any skincare treatment.
