Skin notes & expert advice
Treatment guides, skincare tips and honest answers from Bloor West Medspa in Toronto — so you can make informed decisions before your consultation.
Your practitionerSophie Gatward, NP
Sculptra vs. hyaluronic acid filler: which is right for you?
One helps your skin build its own collagen over months; the other adds volume you can see right away. Here's how Sculptra and hyaluronic acid filler compare, and who each may suit.
Read articlePRP for thinning hair: how it works and what to expect
PRP uses your own platelets to support existing hair follicles. Here's how a treatment works, how sessions are spaced, what's realistic and why finding the cause of thinning comes first.
Read articleHow to prepare for injectables — and how to care for your skin after
Simple, sensible tips for the days before and after Botox, dermal filler or Sculptra, plus the warning signs that mean you should call the clinic.
Read articleYour first Botox appointment in Toronto: what to expect
Thinking about Botox for the first time? Here's how a first appointment works, from booking and consultation to the first two weeks, and who should wait.
Read articleBotox vs. dermal filler: what's the difference?
Both are injectables, but they do very different jobs. Here's how Botox and dermal filler work, what they treat, how long they last and how to choose.
Read articleAcne scars: treatment options and realistic expectations
Rolling, boxcar or ice pick? Learn the main types of acne scars, why active acne is treated first, the options we offer and why softening scars takes a series and some patience.
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