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.
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From Flaking to Fabulous: Your Microblading Healing Journey
Microblading is a semi-permanent brow treatment that requires minimum down time. Healing can take up to 10 days and varies with each individual. We have created a timeline to help you understand the microblading healing stages you may encounter as you heal.
Tracking your progress on a weekly basis during the recovery period will ensure that your microblading is healing as expected.
The procedure involves the technician making tiny incisions 2-3 layers into the skin, using a microblading tool. Your skin’s natural response to this action is bleeding from the site of incision; the amount of bleeding depends on your skin and any underlying conditions.
Stage 1: Clotting and Scabbing
As the procedure carries on, the blood becomes thickened and soon forms a clot. This process is known as coagulation. It is your body’s way of blocking the flow of blood. This thickened blood then forms the scab that encloses the small incisions and protects them during the early stages of healing. At this point your brows begin to look darker and may appear raised due to the scabs forming. This stage typically lasts for 2-3 days.
Stage 2: Swelling and Secretion
Following your procedure you may experience slight swelling and secretion in the treated area. The swelling is a response to the increased blood and fluid circulating in the wound. Blood has many components that carry vital nutrients, antibodies, oxygen, and hormones to the fresh wound. The plasma component of the blood aids in clotting and also moves waste material away from the wound during the healing.
You may experience slight secretion of clear fluid from your brows; this is normal and begins to subside within 24 hours following your procedure. If necessary you can gently blot the brows with a clean gauze or tissue to absorb the excess fluid. This stage typically lasts between 1-2 days.
Stage 3: Growth and Repair
During the growth and recovery stage, the scabs that protected the open wound will begin to shed thereby exposing fragile skin. The overall brow colour will appear patchy as the dark scabs fall revealing the lighter tone underneath. The exposed skin may appear thinner and slightly pink while it is re-building. This stage typically lasts for 2-3 days.
Your skin forms a network of collagen fibres that support the new layers of skin cells, as the new skin layers build, the pink colouring will fade along with the pigment of your brows. The length of time the skin takes to build back the layers of skin ranges depending on the overall health of the skin prior to procedure and how closely post-care instructions are followed.
Stage 4: Recovery and Refresher
Once your brows have fully recovered, the pigment will once again resurface revealing their true colour, the strokes will also appear more defined and realistic. This stage typically lasts between 1-2 days.
Daily application of a serum after moisturizing strengthens the skin and accelerates the recovery process.
View Dérmica’s literature on microblading healing stages…
Microblading Levels in Edmonton: Customized Brows, Just for You
One Size Doesn’t Fit All!
Microblading has become the answer to effortless and flawless brows. We all have different brow shapes, brow hair texture, skin types, desired looks, etc. When it comes to microblading, there is no universal formula. In other words, the amount you’ll need depends on several factors.
While some people may need just a light touch to fill in sparse areas, others might require a more sculpted transformation. So whether you’re starting with barely-there brows or just want a little extra definition, your brows will be tailored to you.
Located in Edmonton, Alberta, Dérmica offers 3 microblading levels to help you achieve the brows of your dreams.
Microblading Levels– Let’s Break It Down
1. LEVEL I – up to 30% additional coverage.
If all you’re looking for is a little extra volume, a LEVEL I is all you need. LEVEL I clients have an existing shape in their brows, no major correction is needed. In other words, just some strokes here and there. LEVEL I Microblading is often opted for by clients that want to correct minor mistakes such as over plucking of the tail or arch.
2. LEVEL II- up to 60% additional coverage.
If you want to thicken the shape of your brows, you most likely need a LEVEL II.
LEVEL II Microblading requires your technician to create a new shape using your existing brow shape. Multiple corrections are made on a LEVEL II procedure. Often, strokes are added to the bottom AND top of your existing brow line as well as adding strokes to the tails for a finished look from beginning to end.
3. LEVEL III- up to 100% additional coverage.
Clients who require a LEVEL III procedure have very little to no brow shape. Using geometry to take in-depth measurements, the technician creates a brow shape to last you 2-3 years.
Check out our Microblading Gallery. Click HERE to learn about contraindications, booking procedures, pre and post treatment care, pricing, plus more!
Achieve the brows you have always dreamed of with the our Microblading eyebrow treatment.
Your brows are skillfully etched into shape by combining dérmica’s signature brow design with top-of-the-line brow feathering products and techniques. 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.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA BEFORE BOOKING YOUR Microblading ONLINE.
Retinol (2% or higher) – Avoid usage for 3 days prior to appointment. If prescribed, consult with physician
Acne medication (topical/oral) – Consult with physician
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
Time frame: Scroll down to see Booking Procedure
LEVELS & PRICING
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 30% brow coverage. $350
Level II : Remodel your brow shape, balance highly uneven brows, fill-in gaps, scars, increase density and thickness in sparse brows. Includes 60% brow coverage. $450
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. $550
Refresher Add-On: for Dérmica’s existing clients with under 12 months since last session. $50
Refresher: for Dérmica’s existing clients with over 12 months since last session. $200
NEW Refresher: for new clients with microblading done elsewhere. $250-300
BOOKING PROCEDURE
Consultation: 30 minutes. During your consult, your desired brow shape and colour, and overall appearance is discussed. After your consult you will receive your PreTx Guide to prepare you for the procedure. Please attach a note on you online booking if you would like your procedure done on the same day of your consultation. Deposit may be required.
Procedure: 2hrs. During your Microblading session your brow area is numbed to ease discomfort during the procedure. The procedure time can range from 1-2 hours depending on the amount of restoration required. You will receive a detailed PostTx Guide and products to care for your brows during the recovery phase.
Refresher Add-on: 1.5 hrs. Optimal results are achieved with this session; it ensures that every stroke is vibrant and extends wear. A minimum of 40% of the initial shape must be present for your Refresher. This time varies per person. The refresher can be booked anytime from 6 weeks to 12 months following the initial procedure.
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDE
Taking necessary precautions prior to treatment will ensure that your treatment can be performed safely and effectively.
1. Cleanse and moisturize morning and evening. Use a PRE CLEANSER such as our Glô Skin Beauty Gentle Cream Cleanser in the evenings over your brow area.
2. AVOID caffeinated beverages 2 hours prior to appointment as this can cause skin sensitivity.
3. DO NOT consume alcohol 12 hours prior to scheduled appointment as this can cause excessive bleeding and sensitivity during treatment.
4. Apply SPF over brow area before sun exposure. AVOID direct sunlight and extended sun exposure.
5. DO NOT take the following medications/ supplements during the 72 hours leading up to your procedure: **Consult and report with your physician prior to stopping medication**
6. Direct contact with water will need to be avoided for 72 hours following your procedure; therefore make sure to wash your hair prior to your appointment.
POST-TREATMENT GUIDE
The following guide will help you care for your fresh brows and ensure you achieve best results. Your brows may feel sore and bruised immediately following your procedure; this usually dissipates within 12 hours.
Follow the POST-TREATMENT GUIDE until your brows have completely flaked and healed. The healing process can take up to 10 days and varies with each individual.
1. Hot temperatures will irritate your brows during the first 12 hours, therefore remain indoors and fan if necessary.
2. DO NOT touch brow with unwashed hands, doing so can cause infection.
3. DO NOT soak brows. Showers and baths are safe; keep your brows away from direct water contact as this may cause color to fade.
4. Face washing and moisturizing instructions:
Gently cleanse lower half and forehead with your daily cleanser in the morning. When rinsing cleanser, use a warm face cloth avoiding drip from forehead onto brows.
Dampen a clean gauze or cotton pad with your cleanser and gently wipe brows in outward motion. Blot dry with dry gauze/pad.
Once your brows begin scab or flake, apply a small amount of moisturizer over the brows after washing in the morning and evening.
5. DO NOT use ANY makeup or SPF directly over the brow area until brows have completely healed. This may alter color tone or blur strokes.
6. AVOID direct sunlight, this can cause the pigment to fade and irritate the skin.
7. DO NOT pick or lift scabs or flakes from brows, this may pull the pigment prematurely causing fading or gaps in strokes.
8. Brow can be lightly tweezed around area treated but not directly over for 3 weeks. Waxing procedure can be performed 4 weeks following procedure.
Dermaplaning is a skin treatment that offers many benefits. This treatment addresses a variety of skin concerns. This article reviews three different reasons why clients seek out this treatment, and how the treatment addresses each concern.
Antiaging
Dermaplane may be recommended to clients with aging concerns, for example, dull skin, fine lines, and wrinkles. Because this skin treatment targets superficial skin, it is perfect for clients that want to see a subtle improvement in a single treatment.
However, some skin concerns require advanced treatments to reach deeper levels of the skin, for example, chemical peels or photofacials.
How does dermaplane address anti-aging concerns?
The treatment exfoliates dull skin cells thereby removing the outer most layer of skin. In turn, this reveals brighter and fresher skin.
In addition, it improves skin texture and reduces fine lines and wrinkles by smoothing the skin surface and removing rough patches. This minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles leading to a more even complexion as it promotes cell turnover.
Finally, dermplane enhances product absorption as it removes dead skin and peach fuzz. This allows anti-aging products to penetrate deeper and more effectively.
Hyperpigmentation
Dermaplaning may be recommended to clients with superficial hyperpigmentation. This skin treatment promotes cell turnover by removing superficial pigmented cells carrying excess pigment through an exfoliation process.
How does dermaplane address hyperpigmentation?
Dermaplaning enhances product penetration by removing the barrier of dead skin, allowing products to penetrate deeper.
This deep exfoliation stimulates skin regeneration that brings new cells to the surface. As a result, there is improvement in skin texture and tone reducing the appearance of dark spots.
Dry Skin
This skin treatment may be recommended to clients with uncomfortable dry skin. Dermaplane exfoliates dry/dead skin cells. It removes the outer most layer of dull, dry, flaking skin.
How does dermaplane address dry skin?
This treatment is great for dry skin because it improves product absorption by clearing away dead skin. Once the way is cleared thanks to the treatment, moisturizers and serums are able to nourish new skin cells.
Dermaplane promotes cell turnover. This process encourages the skin to move healthier cells to the surface. Plus, it removes vellus hair (also known as peach fuzz). This hair can trap dirt and dead skin cells as well as dilute the amount of product that is absorbed by the skin. The removal of the vellus hair reveals brighter skin by shedding dull dry layers. It helps to uncover a more radiant and hydrated complexion.
Enjoy the benefits of dermaplaning! Book your treatment in Edmonton. Schedule Appointment
Whoever thought of a more delightful date?! Our Pedi Date offers a private, pampering escape that blends self-care with quality time.
Why a pedicure date?
Think of it- the two of you side by side, feet soaking in warm water, sippin’ on cocktails under the skylight-no distractions—just time to laugh, relax, and enjoy each other’s company.
Inviting your partner to a pedicure shows thoughtfulness and care. It’s a way of saying, “You deserve to feel good,” and that sentiment can go a long way in deepening your bond.
Boozy Spa
Dérmica is licensed through the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. In other words, we are trained to serve you alcohol responsibly. We have a selection of popular cocktails. Furthermore, we have wine by the bottle for wine lovers, and beer for beer drinkers. Feeling peckish? Food items are available for preorder.
Other popular couples spa services
Other spa treatments couples can enjoy together include facials and relaxation massage, more specifically, our Relaxation Body Treatment.
Saturday special- pedi duos
Join us on Saturdays for our ongoing pedicure deal- PEDI DUOS!
Pedi Duos-2 classic pedicures for $125
This special is not valid with any other offer or promotion. Offer is valid on Saturdays only. Services must be booked simultaneously.
Booking details
If you are unable to book online, call us at (780) 885-7108 to book. In the event that we are unable to answer your call, please leave a voicemail and we will return your call asap.
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