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7 November 2024
There are endless hacks, tips and tricks for how to improve body odor circulating on social media, but are they actually helpful? For instance, a recent video by beauty TikTok content creator @bambidoesbeauty recommends washing armpits with benzoyl peroxide cleanser, a powerful antibacterial gel that is sometimes prescribed to treat acne.
11 October 2024
Dr. Alain Michon, a clinical dermatologist and medical director at Project Skin MD Ottawa says, ‘You should opt for a specially formulated laundry detergent without any fragrance or dye, ensuring you use the correct amount when washing your clothes. Fragrance is a skin irritant. While some people may tolerate fragranced products, it’s important to note […]
20 September 2024
While we already know that smoking increases the risk of HS, there is little information about what happens if someone stops smoking,” said Alain Michon, MD, general practitioner specializing in clinical dermatology and aesthetic medicine at Project Skin MD in Ottawa, Canada. “This research fills that gap, demonstrating that people who quit smoking see a […]
3 July 2024
Alain Michon, MD, medical director of Project Skin MD Ottawa, explains that when applied to the skin, hyaluronic acid works as a humectant, drawing water to the skin’s surface to keep it well-hydrated and moisturized. “Because of its moisture-retaining properties, it’s found in many skincare products, especially those focused on hydrating, plumping, and smoothing out […]
18 June 2024
Dr. Michon stresses the importance of tailored recruitment strategies to enhance diversity in dermatologic clinical trials, emphasizing the need for culturally competent outreach and engagement.
17 June 2024
The American Academy of Dermatology may say SPF 30 is enough for adequate sun protection, but most dermatologists we spoke to told us this is just a baseline, recommending SPF 50 as the gold standard. “This product has a high broad-spectrum protection rating and is a mineral-based sunscreen specifically formulated for sensitive skin,” says Alain […]
25 April 2024
Dr. Alain Michon highlights that while sunscreen is crucial for protecting against skin cancer, it typically does not cause vitamin D deficiency because most people do not apply it perfectly. He emphasizes that even with regular sunscreen use, people often still receive adequate vitamin D from sunlight due to imperfect application and exposure.
25 March 2024
A boost of confidence comes from achieving facial harmonization, whether patients actively experience insecurities due to their facial features or not.
8 March 2024
“My rule is to start low, go slow, but go,” says Dr. Alain Michon, medical director of Project Skin MD. Since sensitive skin is more prone to irritation, thanks to a weaker barrier function, easing into a retinol routine with a gentle product is the smartest strategy.
13 February 2024
Alain Michon, MD, a cosmetic dermatologist and medical director of Project Skin MD Ottawa in Canada, said it’s best to steer clear of abrasive exfoliants, including cleansers containing tiny beads, as they can cause micro-tears in the skin.
12 February 2024
Alain Michon, MD, medical director at Project Skin MD Ottawa explains that you have to be careful to “always use a clean sponge, as the bacteria from the sponge might cause your face to break out.”
12 January 2024
While you might assume you can tell your hair structure just by looking at it, what it actually refers to is the thickness of the strands, explains Alain Michon, M.D., Medical Director at the Project Skin MD Ottawa.
11 January 2024
If flakes are a concern, you can use a physical exfoliant to buff away the dead skin, says Alain Michon, the medical director at Project Skin MD Ottawa.
2 January 2024
On night one, the first step is to cleanse, followed by a quality chemical exfoliant. This removes dead skin cells from the skin’s surface and prepares the skin for night two,” according to Dr. Alain Michon, Medical Director at Project Skin MD Ottawa.
12 April 2023
Dr. William McGillivray, founder of Project Skin MD in Vancouver tells The Star, “Botox and fillers should only be administered in a controlled environment that is well lit, where the patient can be properly assessed, where there is time to get all their questions answered.”
1 March 2023
From wardrobe staples to beauty products, home décor pieces and even appliances, we’re asking members of the VITA team to tell us: what are the things in your life that, once worn out, you’d replace in a heartbeat?
29 September 2022
Nira Arora is loving her Phyto Corrective Essence Mist from Project Skin MD. All the details and more in Nira’s Hot List – September 2022 Edition.
17 June 2022
Nira Arora loves her SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic from Project Skin MD. Read why in Nira’s HOT LIST – June 2022 Edition.
25 October 2021
Project Skin’s Customized Bela Glow Facial is highlighted as a high-tech, results driven facial on the Daily Hive.
20 October 2021
Medical Director Dr. McGillivray is featured in a NUVO Magazine guide for after-procedure skin care.
9 September 2021
Kristina Matisic shares her fall skin care reset routine, including a Clear + Brilliant Perméa at Project Skin MD.
1 June 2021
Project Skin MD Medical Aesthetician Jessica Berto shares her best tips for great skin for men in VITA Daily.
1 June 2021
Vanessa Grutman shares her favourite ways to refresh her skin at Project Skin MD in BC Living.
11 May 2021
Dr. Janet Ip dives into the differences between reactive and sensitive skin in the Vancouver Sun.
10 May 2021
Dr. Jacky Lo reviews the art and science of facial shaping with injectables in VITA Daily.
16 April 2021
Read on for a summary of the five top questions that were discussed during a virtual event hosted by Project Skin MD Medical Director, Dr. McGillivray, and SkinCeuticals Master Educator, Chloe Smith, on the new SkinCeuticals vitamin C serum Silymarin CF.