In an ideal world, we’d have the winter-braving genetics of the Starks (and a Targaryen) and winter wouldn’t brutalize our skin. Unfortunately, Westeros and this world are far from ideal, so we have to settle for winter’s skin-debilitating effects. Low humidity, low temperatures, cold winds, and much more are coming to cause chapped lips, dry and flaky skin, and even…

Like all our other organs, our skin also ages with time. To some extent, this is inevitable, but there are also many external factors that can cause our skin to age quickly that we can control. Besides controlling those variables, there are also many non-surgical procedures to tighten our skin and improve our appearance. Here are some of the things…

Summer’s here! And that means that along with your lifestyle, your skincare routine needs to change as well! Glowing skin is the perfect combination for your summer dresses. Supple, hydrated, and healthy skin will never go out of style. But our skin tends to dry out during winter, which gives it a dull appearance. You need to get rid of…

It’s no secret that everyone wants to look their best at all times. Your skin is the most visible feature of your body. It is only natural to want skin that’s smooth, soft, and hair-free. Some standard methods of hair removal include shaving, tweezing, waxing, and using hair removal creams. All these methods are either painful or harmful to the…

Unfortunately, much of the mystery that still clouds our understanding of the female sexual organs has to do with centuries’ worth of taboo surrounding the subject. However, if we embrace our bodies and the possibilities that gynaecological treatments can bring, we’d live more comfortably, confidently, and with less pain. Vaginal rejuvenation is becoming an increasingly popular procedure that helps remedy…

The body’s largest organ isn’t the liver or the heart; it’s the skin. The skin is resilient and has the incredible ability to expand and contract as needed. That said, while the skin has high elasticity, its supporting tissues can be damaged if stretched too far and too quickly. This rapid expansion and subsequent tissue damage lead to stretch marks…

Korean skin care is popularly known for several ground-breaking techniques, formulations, and secret ingredients that have revolutionized beauty and cosmetics as we know it. One such K-beauty formulation is makeup artist Ellie Choi’s skin care routine: glass skin. As the name suggests, glass skin is impeccably smooth, glowing, even-toned, and translucent. In spite of how challenging it may sound, achieving…

If indulging in better self-care and improving your skin care routine to include more than just slathering on moisturizer and sunblock every day are some of your beauty goals, you’ve come to the right place! The beauty industry is evolving every day and with greater research and development, we’re learning new ways to enhance our beauty according to standards that we choose…

It’s common to feel anxious about the increasing occurrence of wrinkles on your face as you age. Many would go as far as to say that wrinkles and ageing are synonymous, but that doesn’t stop us from wondering how we can get rid of them. Skin fillers are a popular treatment with regard to wrinkles. They are also ideal for…

Everyone wants to have seamless skin and retain their youthful glow. After all, our skin is the primary determiner of how we look, so we have to make sure that it’s tended to! But sometimes, no matter how hard we try, we fall prey to frown lines, smoker’s lines, forehead lines, and so on. If you want a solution to…

Ladies, brace yourself for cuffing season! With more and more millennials deciding to settle down sooner than later you might be in the season that preludes wedding fever. The fall season is when the romantics emerge out of their slumber and seek their future spouses. If wedding bells aren’t ringing for you any time soon, you might end up being…

Your body goes through a lot of changes during and after pregnancy and that can be overwhelming. Reading about certain things is vastly different from when you experience them in the flesh, literally! Stretch-marks are one of the most stress inducing transformations your body experiences. Pregnancy is not the only reason why some people get stretch marks. If you’ve recently lost…

Not like you need a season for facial enhancement treatments, but if you’re wondering what the best time to get Botox is, we’re here to answer it! A lot of people might wonder, “When is the right time to get Botox?” because like with almost everything in life, timing is everything. Whether you’re thinking about the perfect age to start…

Cosmetic treatments like injectable fillers in cheeks and lips are becoming increasingly common, partly because of celebrity culture. But are celebrities the only people who should get these cosmetic treatments? The social stigma surrounding many cosmetic procedures like Botox injections and lip fillers is dying down. This might be because people are slowly starting to realize the blurred lines between getting…

Botox is an extremely popular cosmetic procedure. It is minimally invasive treatment used to treat certain muscular conditions and to eliminate wrinkles. This is done by paralyzing the muscles in the target site. It has become the most popular non-surgical treatment, with a large number of Canadian individuals aged 20 and above opting for it. Many people choose to get…

All skincare fanatics would agree that having clear skin is a blissful feeling on its own. Looking at yourself in the mirror and seeing your skin glow makes you feel beautiful and confident in yourself. Everybody wants perfect skin, but they don’t necessarily know how to achieve it. Many also damage their skins without knowing it. One of the common…

Celebrities are no strangers to cosmetic treatments and surgeries. They’re one of the most recurrent users and advocates of most cosmetic procedures, especially Botox. Since their profession requires them to be always under the spotlight they need their skin to appear wrinkle and blemish-free all the time. There are a lot of people who look up to celebrities as style…

Botox has become the staple in most women’s beauty and skincare regime, especially those between the ages of twenty and fifty. The convenience of the procedure and the fact that it takes literally less than twenty minutes has convinced less people to be hesitant about getting it done. When it comes to your big day, you want to look even…

Both are injectable, both are meant to reverse time and both are minimally invasive procedures. But that’s about how similar they are. When it comes to choosing between the two procedures, how do you choose one for your specific ageing problems? What are fillers? Derma fillers include hyaluronic acid which plumps targeted facial muscles. They are meant to enhance the target…

Is everyone around you getting Botox treatment and you’re caught in a sort of conundrum?  Sometimes, you wonder if you should start too, because your thirties or forties are looming ahead. Too much back and forth between deciding to take the final step can be exhausting, and frankly too hard to keep up with. What is Botox? An increasing number…

You thought that wrinkles would be the least of your concerns in your mid-twenties. You put on night cream before going to sleep every day, and you even invested in that one sunscreen that everyone was raving about. All in all, your skincare routine is on point. So why are there wrinkles on your previously unblemished face? If you see…

You can stick your head out like a turtle all you want to hide it, but when your neck starts sagging, you’ll inevitably start getting what people—unkindly—refer to as a turkey neck. A sagging neck is just another natural sign of ageing. And like other ageing symptoms such as wrinkles, it’s caused by exposure to the sun, genetic factors, and…

Injectables like Botox and fillers are widely used for cosmetic purposes. After all, taut skin, plump lips, full cheeks, and a defined jaw are staples of the social media age. In fact, social media and celebrity influence are the top reasons for the increased demand for cosmetic injectables. Botox, when used for cosmetic purposes, paralyzes the muscles in the area temporarily…

When it comes to clothes, hair and jewellery, it’s fairly easy to make changes. One wardrobe mishap can be redeemed with the next styling effort. However, cosmetic issues are not as easy as changing outfits and can affect an individual’s self esteem for long periods of time. In today’s globalized world, men and women from all walks of life face…

Cosmetic procedures like Botox and injectable fillers have been popular in Canada for a very long time. Traditionally, most of these treatments were actively sought out by women. But now, an ever increasing number of men are seeking Botox and fillers. If you’ve been thinking about getting some kind of cosmetic treatment done, then you’re not alone in your ambitions. There is…

Botox is one of the most popular cosmetics treatments in North America. The region is also the largest supplier of Botox, with over 78% of it being produced there. Botox is a quick procedure when done for cosmetic purposes. It’s known to enhance facial features and also treat muscular conditions. The treatment is essentially a form of temporary muscle paralysis. It paralyzes…

Laugh lines, frown lines, wrinkles — despite all these marks on your face, you still used to believe in aging gracefully. That is, until these lines started deepening and your skin became all the more looser and crinklier. So you know it’s time to look up some alternatives. Just so you can at least look as old as you really are,…

Probably one of the most annoying skin problems of them all, stretch marks can be the bane of your existence, especially if you’re someone who takes good care of their skin. Though typically associated with pregnancy, these lines can occur due to a number of reasons. And while for some, these lines can disappear with time, for others, they can…

In Canada, 2.4 million skin filler procedures were performed back in 2015. Dermal fillers—with their volume-adding properties for the skin, have been the ultimate choice for people looking to enhance their facial features and reverse signs of ageing. If you’re planning to get a filler treatment, here’s a comprehensive overview of the procedure. What Are Fillers? Fillers are made up of…

Over time, our skin’s elasticity reduces, leaving it with lines and less volume. However, with medical advancements and research, people can now reverse the effects of ageing. In this context, Botox and Fillers are popular treatments used for rejuvenating the skin. If you’re confused about which one to get, here’s a comprehensive guide outlining their differences and uses. Botox: What…

Botox: The Ultimate Fix for Wrinkles and Lines Back in the day, it was unwise to reveal a person’s spotless facial features were a direct result of a facelift or a nose lift. Going “under the knife” added uncertainty, and women were generally discouraged from cosmetic procedures. There was much emphasis put on a more “natural” look, which the society…

YouTube and the internet in general are teeming with makeup tutorials on how to make dark circles disappear. The process involves concealers, foundations, and a great deal of time and skill which are required to pull the trick off efficiently. Makeup artists with years of experience might be able to pull it off but even they require time and talent—and…