Vitamin E is another one of those vitamins we hear about all the time when it comes to our skin and health. The licensed medical aesthetician who performed your microdermabrasion or other skin rejuvenation procedure may even recommend skincare products that contain Vitamin E following your session.

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that is fat-soluble. Because it is fat-soluble, we require some type of fat for it to dissolve in the body. Vitamin E helps protect cells by creating a barrier on their membrane, thereby strengthening it against free radicals. It improves and preserves the skin’s elasticity, delaying the onset of wrinkles and creases as well as fights against UV damage.

Great sources of Vitamin E include vegetable oils, like sunflower and canola, nuts, and wholewheat grains (you’ll do your body a great service by ditching white bread and choosing wholewheat).

Liver spots are concentrations of melanin in the skin which can be removed by specific laser treatments. They are small and darker coloured than the rest of the skin and most often appear in areas where the skin is frequently exposed by the sun: the face, shoulders, and back of the hands.

Are liver spots, also known as age spots, caused by some malfunction of the liver? Are they an indication of a weak liver? Let’s dispel that old wives’ tale.

The answer is no.

Liver spots are not related to the health of your liver. They are caused by other factors such as aging, sun exposure and hormonal imbalances. Why do we call them liver spots, then? Well, doctors used to believe they were because of some malfunction of the liver, but this has since been proven to be untrue.

It’s official. Liposuction season is here!

With the hot days of summer approaching, Spring is one of the most popular times to prepare for the beach. Even though it’s still a little too cold to wear a bathing suit or those skimpy little outfits, more and more people are thinking about liposuction and undergoing the procedure to prepare their body for those hot days of summer . Doing so at this time of the year gives you a great head start on the recovery process.

Breast augmentation is another cosmetic surgical procedure that sees a spike in popularity around this time.

When it comes to injectable fillers, Juvederm is considered one of the most effective products on the market. It is extremely popular, requiring no prior skin test.

There are two types of Juvederm products: Ultra and Ultra Plus. Both have been designed for wrinkles, creases and folds, as well as to augment the lips. However, their difference lies in their strength. According to Allergan, the manufacturer, Juvederm Ultra achieves results that may last from 9 months to a year, while Ultra Plus can achieve results that last up to a year.

Consultation with an injectable fillers specialist will determine which product ideal for your situation.

April showers bring May flowers and all that primping and grooming you’ve done over the past couple of months is now going to pay off. It’s time for you to blossom just like the beautiful flowers outside.

And just a reminder for everyone who undergoes cosmetic procedures that utilize lasers: with stretches of sun drenched days ahead, remember that any treated skin should be adequately protected from the sun to ensure proper recovery. Slather on that sunblock and cover up!

We hope you enjoy Toronto Cosmetic Clinic’s May newsletter!

Mother’s Day is May 11. What better way to treat your mother on her special day (or yourself!) than with a fantastic Mommy Makeover!

Though it may be one of the most significant times in a woman’s life, pregnancy and childbirth do take their toll on the female body. The skin is stretched to the point that, after birth, it often cannot bounce back to its original tautness. As a result, the breasts may sag and the skin as well as the muscles in the abdomen become lax. Unfortunately, even with regular exercise and toning, these areas won’t assume their original prepregnancy contour. A Mommy Makeover targets these areas with a tummy tuck and breast lift and/or breast augmentation. Stretch marks can also be removed with Laser Skin Tightening.

For more information about getting a Mommy Makeover, call Toronto Cosmetic Clinic at 416-221-5554.