Mertz began distributing Xeomin a couple of years ago, but did not offer significant benefits over Botox.

Dysport will be distributed by Valeant/Medicis in Canada starting in May of 2013. Dysport has been available in Europe for many years and in the United States for two years. The primary difference is that the onset of action is generally within 48 to 72 hours; whereas Botox may take one week. There are some reports that Dysport may actually last longer.

One unit of Botox is approximately equivalent to 2.5 to 3 units of Dysport. Despite requiring more units of Dysport than Botox; the cost will be less.

Always discuss with your Cosmetic Physician regarding which product might be best for you.

Vancouver’s Pender Medi Spa offers complimentary consultations by our knowledgeable staff:

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Often referred to as the “Laser Facial”, Laser Genesis is a safe, gentle skin treatment which stimulates collagen production, and improves the following:

• skin redness
• large pores
• fine lines
• skin texture

Suitable for all skin types, Laser Genesis is relaxing and comfortable, and there is no downtime.  Treat the special lady in your life to this rejuvenating skin treatment!

Gift Certificates Are Available

*Offer valid at Physician Skincare Centre and Pender Medi Spa.  No substitutions.
Offer not valid in conjunction with any other promotion, discount, or coupon.

What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a skin condition that first appears as redness or blushing on the face – usually on the cheeks, nose, chin, or forehead. Over time, the redness becomes more persistent, and visible blood vessels may appear in these areas. As the condition progresses, red bumps or pimples may also develop on the skin. Because of this, rosacea is often misdiagnosed as acne.

In severe cases, rhinophyma may occur in which the nose becomes swollen or bumpy due to thickened tissue. Another form of rosacea, ocular rosacea, causes the eyes to become red, watery or irritated.

How Common is Rosacea?

Rosacea affects approximately 1.6 million Canadians, in particular those who are fair-skinned and who blush easily. These individuals are often of northern European descent (i.e. English, Irish, Scottish). Rosacea typically appears after age thirty, and tends to affect more women than men.

What Causes Rosacea?

The cause of rosacea is still a mystery, however scientists believe it may be attributed to one or more of the following:

• Blood vessel or connective tissue disorder
• Microscopic skin mites, fungus, or bacteria
• Genetic predisposition
• Abnormal immune or inflammatory response
• Sun damage of the connective tissue under the skin

Rosacea sufferers often find that certain triggers will cause their condition to flare-up, where there is an intense outbreak of redness, bumps, or pimples. Triggers may include:

• Weather – sun, cold, heat, humidity
• Food/Drink – hot beverages, alcohol, spicy foods, chocolate, dairy products, spinach
• Intense exercise
• Stress
• Medical conditions – fever, colds, cough, menopause/hot flashes
• Medications

Is There a Cure for Rosacea?

Unfortunately there is no known cure for rosacea. However, there are treatments available that can significantly reduce rosacea symptoms and keep the condition under control. These include:

• Oral antibiotics
• Topical medications (antibiotics, steroids)
• Laser treatments to reduce redness (Intense Pulsed Light, vein removal)
• Use of gentle skincare products to reduce inflammation
• Daily use of sunblock

Rosacea sufferers can also manage their symptoms by identifying and controlling the triggers that cause their flare-ups.

If you suffer from rosacea, please schedule a complimentary consultation with our team of experts to discuss the treatment options available at our clinics.

So when people ask me “What do you use on your skin?” I don’t even know where to begin to tell them what I use on my skin will most likely not be good for your skin. Unfortunately, there isn’t one product that can reverse your aging skin and any specific product that will make you look 10 years younger. It takes time for your skin to age so it will take some effort to get it looking healthy. Most of us don’t want to look 18 again; well maybe some do, but that is just not going to happen, but you CAN look good for your age. There are realistic goals that you can expect and you can get your skin not only looking “healthy” but physically healthy. You can cover up your skin with makeup and use Botox and fillers to diminish fine lines and add volume but your skin will not glow if you don’t take the effort to make it healthy.

Think of your skin as your body. If you want to lose weight or get into shape you need to eat right, work out, drink lots of water and take the right vitamins. The same is for your skin, you need to feed it right (skin care), work out (treatments) and again drinks lots of water and take your vitamins.

Let’s start with a beginners guide to getting your skin healthy.

Your skin needs the following:

Step 1: Cleanse

Start off with a cleanser that is suited for your skin type to take off make up, dirt and excess oils.

Oily/Acneic: PCA Facial Wash Oily/Problem ($39.00) cleanses away excess oil and make up, controls blemishes and reduces excess sebum production without stripping your skin and leaves you feeling squeaky clean.

Sensitive: Vivier Hexam Facial Wash ($37.50) removes skin impurities including acne and bacteria and helps prevent itchiness and relives minor skin irritations on sensitive skin.

Combination:  Jan Marini Bioglycolic Cleanser ($30.80) is a gentle cleanser with glycolic acid which will rinse your skin completely without the need for a toner leaving your skin soft and hydrated.

Normal Skin: Neova Herbal Wash ($28.00) has a peppermint scent that removes impurities and make up leaving your skin feeling clean and refreshed.

Dry Skin: PCA Creamy Cleanser ($45.00) formulation won’t leave your skin feeling tight after your wash it. It is also a good eye makeup remover when used on its own with cotton pad.

Aging Skin: Jan Marini C-Esta Cleanser ($30.70) it great at removing make up and will give you that squeaky clean feeling and also help brighten your skin with the added vitamin C.

Step 2: Correct 

Your skin needs at least one product with an active ingredient that will help correct problems on your skin.

Oily/Acneic: Jan Marini Bioglycolic Face Lotion ($61.50) utilizes a combination of glycolic acid, salicylic acid and alezaic acid to resurface and retexturize your skin and minimize enlarged follicles.

Sensitive: Vivier A/K Caps ($71.00) formulated for reactive skin prone to redness. These capsules are a unique combination of Vitamins A (retinol), K, C and E with soothing Green Tea to help combat redness and blotchiness while helping even skin tone and texture.

Combination:  PCA A&C Synergy Serum ($138.50) has 5% vitamin C and 2% vitamin A to brighten skin and minimize discoloration, improve skin tone and inhibit bacteria proliferation which causes sebum production. This is my personal favorite serum and almost every skin type can benefit from it.

Normal Skin: PCA C-Quench Serum ($113.00) is a 15% vitamin C and antioxidant serum, it will brighten skin and minimize discoloration, even your skin tone and texture.

Dry Skin: Vivier Kine C Serum ($131.00) along with the benefits of vitamin C it has hyaluronic acid which will bind water to the skin to keep you hydrated throughout the day.

Aging Skin: Skin Medica Essential Serum ($260.00) is a dual chamber bottle and the only product with patented human growth hormones in one chamber and packed full of antioxidants, vitamin C and peptides in the other chamber. Essential Serum will minimize discoloration of skin, even skin tone, soften skin, tighten, add moisture and improve collagen and elastin production. It has a high price point considering everyday use, twice a day, will last you 45 days, but it is the ultimate in anti-aging.

Step 3: Protect

Using an SPF helps prevent premature skin aging. The sun’s harmful rays will break down your skin’s collagen and elastin which in turn will cause fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots and will damage your skin making it look dull, aged and dehydrated. All skin types need to wear an SPF every day, even the UV in your office lights carry harmful rays.

Oily/Acneic: Elta Clear 46 ($32.00) very lightweight sun protection has niacinamide to control acne.

Sensitive: Obagi Rosa Clear ($64.20) a non-comedogenic, mauve-tinted sunscreen lotion for sensitive and rosacea skin.

Combination:  Tizo2 Light Skin Formulation SPF 40 ($43.90) a mineral sunscreen that leaves skin slightly matte.

Normal Skin: Elta UV Defense 45 ($36.00) oil-free, micronized zinc blends well into the skin to leave your skin feeling moisturized but not greasy.

Dry Skin: Elta UV Daily 40 ($40.00) sun protection with hyaluronic acid for added hydration.

Aging Skin: Jan Marini Antioxidant SPF 30 ($52.00) has the added benefit of antioxidants for anti-aging benefits and sun protection.

Elta, Tizo, Jan Marini, Vivier & Obagi Products are carried at Physician Skincare Centre and Pender Medi Spa. PCA, Neova & Skin Medica can be found online or other physician-directed spas.

Reward yourself with longer, fuller, and darker lashes by summer!

For a limited time, purchase the following:

One 5ml Latisse ($240)

or

Two 3ml Latisse ($290)

….receive a $50 rebate* by mail from Allergan!

Latisse and rebate claim forms are available at Physician Skincare Centre (604-929-3299) and Pender Medi Spa (604-681-6399).  Complimentary underground parking is also available at both locations.

*Your eligible Latisse purchase must be made between April 1, 2013 and June 30, 2013.  Your rebate claim must be received by Allergan on or before July 31, 2013.  Offer expires June 30, 2013 and is not valid in combination with any other offer or rebate.

For a limited time, take advantage of Allergan’s Soft Lift™ Savings Promotion*:

Any Soft Lift™ treatment (consisting of a combination of Botox Cosmetic® and Juvederm®; minimum $750 purchase) is eligible for a $100 mail-in rebate.  We will provide you with a Claim Form and receipt to be mailed in.  Within 6 to 8 weeks, you will receive a cheque for $100 from Allergan!

Please call Physician Skincare Centre (604-929-3299) or Pender Medi Spa (604-681-6399) to book your Botox Cosmetic® and Juvederm® treatment.

Purchase a $200 Gift Certificate… Receive $200 in Additional Savings!

Make an Appointment

Vancouver’s Pender Medi Spa offers complimentary consultations by our knowledgeable staff:

by phone:
604-681-6399

by email:
info@pendermedispa.com

…or fill in the form on our Contact page:

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Priced at $499, this package is comprised of 3 sevices which will leave your eyes looking refreshed and rejuvenated:

FILLING EYE HOLLOWS
& LATISSE
& MICRODERMABRASION

Under Eye Hollow Treatment

Restoration of lost volume under the eyes that lasts over one year.
Provides a more youthful appearance using a short and safe procedure.

Latisse Eyelash Treatment

Natural Eyelashes become darker, fuller & longer.
The only presciption eyelash treatment approved in Canada that provides visible results in 8 weeks.

Microdermabrasion

Soothing, gentle, no “downtime” exfoliation of dead skin cells.
A proven, non-invasive, soothing technique to improve skin tone and texture.

Individual results may vary. Photos property of Dr. Ralph Bieg.

Book your appointment today! Call 604-681-6399 or click here to book your consultation with one of our knowledgeable Estheticians and Laser technicians.

New Laser Hair Removal Packages
Buy 4 treatments, Get 2 free!!!

Make unwanted facial and body hair a thing of the past!  Laser Hair Removal is one of the most effective treatments for permanent hair reduction.  Best results are typically achieved with a series of treatments spaced six to eight weeks apart.

We are pleased to offer state-of-the-art laser systems that can safely treat all skin types and skin colours!

Please call us at 604-681-6399 or e-mail us to book your appointment.

Complimentary consultations are always available!

Complimentary underground parking is also available for your convenience.

BRING A FRIEND and join us for a very special evening!!!

Wednesday October 24th, 2012

6pm – 8pm

*Meet our staff

*Enjoy refreshments

*Discover the newest treatments

*Win fabulous prizes

*Sample skin care products

…and much more!!!

Space is Limited – RSVP by October 20th

Call now:  (604) 929-3299

or

E-mail:  info.skincarecentre@gmail.com