Take advantage of our May and June spa special and treat yourself this spring! Throughout May and June 2021, we are offering a Spring Beauty package to help you prep for the arrival of nice weather, and all it brings!
This Spring Beauty Package includes:
Brow Lamination – tames unruly strands by securing the hair in an upward stroke pattern, then setting them into place with a gentle brow perming solution. Wax and tint is then applied giving brows plush volume and coverage (Reg. $85)!
Lash lift – This treatment uses different sizes of silicone pads to “lift” each lash individually and create a subtle, natural looking curl, for a full and natural yet perfect look (Reg. $85).
Half leg and underarm wax – heated resin wax is applied and removed with wolven cotton strips to give you a smooth, soft texture (Reg. $58).
ALL for $150!
This special is not valid with any other offer/promotion. Limit to one treatment per client; No pre-purchasing.
Take advantage of our May spa special and schedule your appointment! When booking this special, you must book under “SPRING BEAUTY PACKAGE”. For the earliest appointment available, always choose “No Preference” of Service Provider. Please give us a call us at (780) 885 7108 if you encounter difficulties booking this special.
Our advanced photofacial treatments are tailored to treat major skin conditions and deliver maximum results. With just a quick pulse of light we can smooth skin, diminish brown spots, redness, and broken capillaries.
Throughout September 2016, combine any 2 photofacials for the price of 1.
This special is limited to one area and is delivered in the same session. Not valid with any other promotion. Offer valid from September 1-30, 2016. No pre-purchasing.
Browse through our selection and descriptions to see which treatment suits your skin’s needs most.
Try our Treatment Selection Guide to help you choose the best course of action for your skin. We offer free consultations with our Skin Expert who will analyze your skin condition, outline the benefits, and help you select the best treatment option.
We use the Sharplight Formax system that features a patented Dynamic Pulse Control (DPC) technology. It delivers quick pulses of light into the skin on areas of the face, neck, arms, hands, and legs. The depth of light penetration is measured according to the condition being treated, thereby targeting only selected areas and layers of the skin.
You may have heard that laser treatment can be painful, but with our Sharplight Formax system, you can rest assured that your photo facial will be a breeze. All hand pieces for the system feature a cooling window that cools your skin to a safe temperature during the service, meaning your skin feels cool and comfortable throughout!
Book now and begin your journey to fresh smooth skin!
Also, visit our Online Store to shop for professional Skincare products. Try our Home Care Selection Guide to choose the right products to target your skin type and concerns!
This month at Dérmica, we are offering 40% OFF ALL IPL Hair Removal Treatments. Multiple sessions can be bought during the month, however, purchase must be made on the day of treatment. Excludes packages; No pre-purchasing.
Multiple areas may be purchased, however, treatment time may not go over 1.5 hours for any appointment. Our online booking system provides treatment time information when you schedule online. Schedule your appointment now to secure a spot!
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA BEFORE BOOKING ONLINE.
PLEASE ARRIVE TO YOUR APPOINTMENT WITH AREA TO BE TREATED SHAVED FLUSH TO THE SKIN.
Time frame: Dependent on size of area being treated.
Recommended sessions: 8-12
Downtime required: 24 hrs
Pre-treatment protocols:
Must not currently be on or have used Accutane or any other oral prescription acne medications in the past 12 months
If currently using any products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated, you must discontinue usage 2 weeks prior to procedure
Must 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
For the LADIES, Dérmica is treating you to underarm IPL Hair Removal with your purchase of ANY IPL Bikini.
For the GENTS, Dérmica is treating you to neck IPL Hair Removal with your IPL Beardline purchase.
The Brazilian leaves only a small strip down the centre. It will give you the same flexibility with shape and coverage that the French offers, but also clears any unwanted strays from the backside leaving you confident from any angle.
The Hollywood will clear all existing hair from front to bunny tail leaving you G-string ready all around. Many spas will refer to this technique as a Brazilian, so make sure to clarify with your laser technician.
The French removes most of the hair from the front, removal from underside, and excludes the backside. The flattering little v-patch will bring the hairline down 2-3 inches from the bikini line, and give you most coverage at the top and taper neatly into the back.
Visit our Online Store to shop for professional Skincare products.
Try our Home Care Selection Guide to choose the right products to target your skin type and concerns!
This special is not valid with any other offer/promotion. No pre-purchasing.
The most common question we hear from our male skin care clients are regarding the ingrown hairs in their lower face/neck region. What causes them? How can I get rid of them? In this post we’ll answer your questions, and bring you tips for treating, and preventing ingrown hairs.
WHAT CAUSES INGROWN HAIRS?
Ingrown hairs are caused by trapped hairs in the hair follicle that have become weakened, diverted, or blocked during the hair growth cycle. The trapped hair continues to grow within the follicle causing painful pressure and inflammation of the follicles.
The inflamed follicles often become infected causing painful discomfort; they can also leave your skin scarred for months, and be harmful to your health.
As with any infection, if left untreated, it can spread to other areas of the system via the circulatory system. In severe cases a trip to the doctor for drainage, and a course of antibiotics, may be required.
Using a dull or low quality razor contributes to this condition by increasing the need to apply unnecessary pressure in order to achieve a clean shave. The excess pressure causes the blades to scrape along the skin and opening of the hair follicle, creating micro-tears.
Your skin reacts to this trauma by forming new cells at the site of injury which can cause hyperkeratosis, an overgrowth of skin surrounding the follicle, or blockage of the follicle opening.
Ingrown hairs will typically occur in areas of the body with a high concentration of dense coarse and/or curly hair, such as the beard, neck, back, or chest. Areas where the skin is under pressure or friction due to clothing or creases in the skin are also susceptible. When your hair attempts to break through the surface of the skin, it is pressure back into your skin, thus causing the ingrown hair to form.
Men with darker skin tones can develop a condition called psuedofolliculitis, another form of ingrown hairs. This is due to the texture of the hair being thicker, stronger, and tightly curled.
HOW CAN I GET RID OF MY INGROWN HAIRS?
Tips for Preventing Ingrown Hairs
Replace your razor continuously. If it’s not doing the job in a couple swipes then it is time to say goodbye!
Gently exfoliate before shaving. Start with a good exfoliation using mild AHA/BHA or enzyme based cleanser. This will gently loosen dead surface cells without the vigorous scrubbing of skin scrubs, giving you a smooth skin to glide your razor. The Daily Polishing Cleanser by Glo offers you a micro exfoliation along with the benefits of BHA- Salicylic Acid.
Prep the hair for shaving. Press a damp-hot towel into your skin after exfoliating. This will help soften the hair and open the follicles making it easier to cut through the hair.
Use a good quality barrier to protect your skin during the shave. Choose a shaving agent that contains less fragrance and ingredients that benefit your skin during the shave. Highly fragranced products can irritate the skin and cause unnecessary sensitivity. Shaving oils are a great addition to your shave regime.
Seal the skin after shaving. Following a good shave your skin is left exposed and sensitized. Using a mask or protective aftershave will give your skin a protective barrier against the elements. Try the Cucumber Recovery Mask by Glo for a lightweight protection and refreshing hydration.
Tips for Treating Ingrown Hairs
Permanent removal. For permanent treatment of this condition laser/IPL hair removal will do the trick. This process permanently reduces the amount of hair that grows in the area treated and with the right process you can also reduce scarring and inflammation. It can be performed over the entire area, targeted areas, or along your beard line for a crisp outline. Book your hair removal service with our laser/IPL expert.
Chemical Peel. Chemicals peels are a great way to dissolve the follicle blocking layers from the skin and reveal fresh undamaged layers. They also help push the trapped hair in the follicle and debris to the surface. A Grape Enzyme Peel is the go-to when treating ingrown hair and psuedofolliculitis.
Extraction of the hair . Unless the tip of the hair is visible, extraction should be performed by skin care pro. This will ensure that the hair is safely and effectively removed, with less discomfort and risk of scarring. This treatment is normally performed during a facial treatment and is the focus of the dermica MAN facial treatment.
Topical Tretinoin (Retin A) and Retinol (Vit A) derivatives . This medicinal ingredient decreases the overgrowth of skin surrounding the follicle and diminishes scarring. The Tretinol .05% by Glo is excellent treating affected areas at home. It can be incorporated into any homecare routine and is has many other benefits to the skin.
If you haven’t heard about Shop the Neighbourhood before, it’s a free national program from Yellow Pages
designed to support local businesses and remind communities that local shopping can have a far-reaching effect. On Saturday, November 28, Canadians will be encouraged to make local purchases at local businesses, such as Dermica MedEsthetics. .
The Yellow Pages team will be ON SITE in Old Strathcona on Saturday, November 28 from 10-3:30pm handing out swag to guests while encouraging you to shop local. #shopthehood
DONATIONS FOR YESS
Throughtout December, we will be collecting gently worn items from Youth Empowerment and Support Services Winter Wish List . We will be accepting donations from this list as well as monetary donations to help the Youth Empowerment and Support Services continue to provide shelter, safety, and hope to youth facing difficult realities in our Old Strathcona community.
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
This year, we are celebrating Christmas by showcasing 12 different promotions leading upto Christmas day! Check out our 12 days of Christmas promotions!
DECEMBER SPECIAL
Throughout December, receive a complimentary Dérmica gift card when you spend $150 or more!
This offer cannot be combined with any other promotions (except our ’12 Days of Christmas’). Limit one per customer per day. Complimentary gift card can only be used on treatments.
We are always offering great deals monthly on our services. Check out our monthly specials !
Horse-Drawn Sleigh Shuttle
On Saturdays, December 5, 12 and 19 from 1pm-5pm, two horse-drawn sleighs will move through Old Strathcona, stopping at several shuttle stop locations, each located by major parking lots. Guests are welcome to get on and off the sleigh or ride the whole route. Sleighs come by each stop approximately every 30 minutes. Last picksups are at approximately 4:30pm each day.
Sleigh rides are by donation to the and Whyte Avenue Rotary Club and the Old Strathcona Foundation . The Rotary Club volunteers will be manning each shuttle stop location that is identifiable by a giant feather flag.
Unfortunately, this year the sleigh won’t be stopping by Dérmica MedEsthetics, however, we would love for you to come by and visit us. Saturdays we are open from 10am-6pm.
Love, Peace, and Great Skin!
Dérmica MedEsthetics
(780) 885-7108
dermica.ca
The Brazilian leaves only a small strip down the centre. It will give you the same flexibility with shape and coverage that the French offers, but also clears any unwanted strays from the backside leaving you confident from any angle.
The Hollywood will clear all existing hair from front to bunny tail leaving you G-string ready all around. Many spas will refer to this technique as a Brazilian, so make sure to clarify with your laser technician.
The French removes most of the hair from the front, removal from underside, and excludes the backside. The flattering little v-patch will bring the hairline down 2-3 inches from the bikini line, and give you most coverage at the top and taper neatly into the back. 
