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Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 June 15, 2015 What Do Your Hands Say About You? We use our hands constantly, but usually neglect caring for them the way we do our faces. Spots and wrinkles mottle your hands over time, and loss of volume makes veins and tendons more prominent, tell-tale…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 May 29, 2015 5 Sunscreen Myths…BUSTED! Hello Sunshine! Here are five common misconceptions about sun exposure and sunscreen. Your overall health is important to us, so we’re setting the record straight. MYTH #1: A BASE TAN PROTECTS ME. FACT: Ingrain this mantra into your head: There. Is. No.…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 May 28, 2015 POWER BERRY Smoothie Recipe! Beat the summer heat with this smoothie recipe from the newest member of our team, our cosmetic nurse, Tim. A healthy body is the foundation for healthy skin. This refreshing blend of blueberries, strawberries, bananas, mangoes and kale is packed with…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 May 4, 2015 Got sun smarts? Today is Melanoma Monday and we want to make sure you know the facts about skin cancer and how to reduce your risk.   RISK FACTORS Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Canada. 1 in 6 Canadians will…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 April 6, 2015 Spring clean your skincare routine. Take a good look at your bathroom cabinets, and be honest: it’s time for an overhaul, isn’t it? Well, you’re in luck, because each Wednesday and Friday in April, Compass Dermatology is helping you clean up your skincare…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 April 2, 2015 Beam me up. From light sabres to kitty toys, people have come up with some interesting ways to use laser technology. But what ARE lasers, exactly? “Laser” is actually an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Say what? Essentially, lasers…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 March 4, 2015 At some point, most people will develop scars. Scars are new collagen fibers that form when our body attempts to repair and replace injured skin. Most scars are flat, pale, and barely visible. But in some instances, they can cause pain, distress, and…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 February 5, 2015 Cold winter days can take a toll on your skin, making it uncomfortably dry. Face, hands and feet suffer the worst, sometimes resulting in flaking, cracking, or even eczema. To keep skin supple during the cold season, try these five tips from your…

Dermatology Blog Home – Our Blog – Page 14 January 8, 2015 Happy New Year! As we welcome the new year, we are motivated to make better choices, practice healthier habits, and seize the opportunity for a fresh start. Kick off 2015 with our seven tips to achieve your best skin! Soak it up. Moisturise…