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Anti-Ageing Goodness in a Jar

There may be no such thing as a miracle in a jar, but according to Dr. Kamani, founder of the Kitsilano Medical Aesthetic Clinic, SkinCeutical’s Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 may be as close as it gets.
What does it do? Ageing skin is increasingly prone to lipid deterioration. In other words, natural compounds present in the skin’s surface are lost. This compromises the skin’s protective barrier and ability to self-repair.
“This results in visible signs of accelerated ageing, which can manifest as roughness, uncomfortable tightn
ess, dullness, and strategic sagging as the face loses its fullness,” says Dr. Kamani.

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Prepping Your Skin for Fall

A slight tingling sensation, dryness, and flaking—most people have no problem determining when fall has arrived, because they can feel it on their skin. As the weather changes from warm and balmy to cool and crisp, skin irritation is often tangible, particularly if it’s already recovering from sun damage. For mature skin, this can mean spots, tightness, lines, and itching.

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The “Eyes” Have It – Our Recommended Products

The eyes are the window to the soul. Youthful eyes can transform a face, no matter your age. Beautiful, sparkling eyes always draw attention. From a cosmetic point of view, however, eye care can be tricky. You’ve probably heard that the skin around your eyes is some of the thinnest and most sensitive on your entire body. To care for this delicate area, you should choose the right ingredients—and apply them using the right techniques.

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Antioxidant Skincare by SkinCeuticals

Stress has become a part of our lives. Pollution, refined foods, exposure to sunlight—they all impact how our skin looks and feels. Realistically, avoiding these things can be very hard. Fortunately, there’s an alternative to becoming a beauty hermit. Antioxidants can play a big part in protecting your skin. This is called preventative care, and one of the best lines for it is SkinCeuticals. “Antioxidants can be found in fresh fruits and veggies. Naturally, diet is a big part of skin care. A good diet can help you fight lines, wrinkles, and discolouration. For optimal results, you should reinforce this with a comprehensive preventative program.

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Six Tips to Optimize Beauty Sleep

Is Beauty Sleep Real and Effective? 
There are many wonderful beauty products and treatments that can help you address a variety of concerns. However, it’s important to pay attention to the fundamentals, such as diet, lifestyle, and sleep!
One of the most basic ways to get fresh, glowing skin is a good night’s rest. Not getting enough sleep is all too easy in our hectic day-to-day lives. However, the results are always written clearly on our faces the next day.

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Advanced Sun Care for All Seasons

Best Sunscreens for All Seasons
There are three primary factors that age the skin—stress, sun, and pollution. Most people are great at remembering their sunscreen during the bright days of summer, but if you’re serious about skincare, it’s important to wear sunscreen year round.

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Skin Care For Any Age: Part Four, 50s

Nourish, hydrate, and restore
Once you’re over 50, your skin demands more attention. With changes in hormone levels, the skin becomes thinner and dryer. This is the time when self-management becomes paramount and using the correct products to nourish, hydrate, and restore elasticity has to become part of your regular routine for Anti-Aging.

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Skin Care For Any Age: Part Three, 40s

Slower cell turnover and loss of moisture
In your 40s, you begin to notice that your skin is not as “buoyant” due to early loss of collagen. More fine lines and wrinkles start to show up. To combat slower cell turnover and loss of moisture, a corrective and preventative program of skin care is both important and desirable.
The “gold standard” for the treatment of laxity of the skin at this stage is Retin A. In SkinCeuticals, the two formulations, Retinol 0.5 and 1.0 are the perfect start. How does Retin A work? To put it simply, it stimulates your collagen and helps with exfoliation.

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Skin Care For Any Age: Part Two, 30s

Early signs of aging
If you are in your 30s, you are likely experiencing hormonal changes which will affect your skin. This can lead to acne breakouts. In addition, some fine wrinkles and lines may start to appear as your collagen production cannot keep up with its breakdown, especially if you are a sun-worshipper or are outdoors a lot for work or recreation. In other words, early signs of aging start to occur no matter what!

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Skin Care For Any Age: Part One, 20s

What the doctor ordered. Our skin changes with every decade we age. It is also our body’s largest organ. The younger we are, the faster our cells multiply. In our 20s the skin looks glowy and fresh, but the quick turnover of cells can very easily clog the pores, leading to acne and oiliness. What products do you use for each decade? Dr. Roz Kamani is a big fan of SkinCeuticals …let’s see what the doctor ordered!. “This is a wonderful and elegant line that uses quality ingredients,” says Dr. Kamani, founder of the Kitsilano Skin Care Clinic. “It’s well tolerated by all skin types.”

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