The History and Uses of Botox Cosmetic: From Medical Discovery to Aesthetic Revolution

The History and Uses of Botox Cosmetic: From Medical Discovery to Aesthetic Revolution Introduction Botox, a name almost synonymous with cosmetic enhancement, has an intriguing history and a multitude of uses that extend far beyond its popular association with aesthetic procedures. Particularly in places like Kelowna, a city renowned for...

The Facts About Laser Hair Removal

Whether you shave, wax, or even thread to remove excess hair, it is a repetitive process that can be frustrating at the best of times. Of all of the hair removal methods, only laser hair removal is a permanent solution to getting rid of body hair. Here Is What You...

5 Reasons You Should Try CoolSculpting

If you have suffered from relentless fat that won’t go away no matter how much you have tried, you are not alone. Whether it is stubborn tummy fat, thigh fat, and even your chin, it is incredibly frustrating to try so hard without success. If this sounds like you, CoolSculpting...

Back to School Acne & Acne Scar Treatments

It is that time of year again.  Time to start the Back to School planning!  For many people, particularly teenagers and young adults heading back to high school, college or university, it can be a very stressful time, especially if they have a breakout in acne and blemishes.  Therefore, NOW...

Looking to Cover Up an Old Tattoo with an New One? Laser Tattoo Removal Can Help

Tattooing has been a part of human culture for centuries.  Although the art form has been around for decades, it has evolved.   Tattoos are a personal form of self-expression, and what have changed over the years are the countless colours and designs we can use to express our thoughts and...

Botox® Cosmetic – The Solution to Squinting in the Sun

With the start of the summer season, most people in the Okanagan will be heading outdoors to enjoy the beautiful summer days, whether it be taking a walk in the park, spending a day on the boat, or enjoying a wine tour.  What comes along with the summer sunshine –...

What’s Causing My Thin Lips? 3 Habits to Change Today!

Thin lips are a common cosmetic condition that affects thousands of people every year. Many women have come into the health clinic looking for effective and long-lasting solutions to this troubling problem.Our treatments, including Juvederm for thin lips, are very effective. However, there are also many changes that you can...

5 Lifestyle Changes for Fewer Acne Breakouts

Are you experiencing constant acne breakouts?Whether it’s because of tender age or tricky genetics, plenty of people experience the discomfort of constant acne outbreaks. I would love to say that it can be controlled simply, but the truth is a lot of complicated factors go into your acne risk.There are...

Treatment Journal: What to Expect from Laser Hair Removal

Are you interested in effective and comfortable laser hair removal? That’s what you’ll find here at . We have been offering laser hair removal treatments for many years, and our technique and equipment has only improved in that time. The treatment that we offer today is the most advanced we’ve...

The Many Lasers of DermMedica—Find the Treatment for You

We’re proud to offer some of the best and latest skin care treatments on the market. Lasers are the reason many of our newer treatments are less painful and invasive, yet more effective, than they’ve ever been before. In keeping with our commitment to providing the best care, we’ve developed...

What Is Albinism?

When someone (or something) has a lower-than-usual amount of pigment, it is a condition called albinism. And people as well as animals and plants can have albinism. But what causes albinism and why does it occur? Melanin, The Root Of All Colour.Melanin, as we’ve discussed in previous posts, is the...

What is impetigo and should I be worried?

Impetigo is actually a skin infection that is caused by bacteria, most commonly on the face and specifically around the nose and mouth. But it can pretty much appear anywhere there is broken skin. So what is impetigo exactly?The way you get impetigo is by having a cut, scratch, eczema,...