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Acupuncture, Botox, or Microneedling? How to Know When Facial Acupuncture Is Right for You
With so many facial treatments available, it can feel overwhelming to decide what’s best for your skin. At Subtle Enhancements, we offer three popular options—Botox, microneedling, and facial acupuncture—each with its own strengths. But how do you know which one is the right fit?
Combat Dry Skin in Toronto Winter: Proven Skincare Essentials From The Inside Out
Toronto winters can be harsh on your skin, especially if you're a busy mom, entrepreneur or pet owner constantly braving the cold. In this blog post, we share proven winter skincare must haves inside and out!
Facial Acupuncture: Surprising Benefits Beyond Skin Care
When most people hear about facial acupuncture, they immediately think of its benefits for anti-aging—smoothing wrinkles, boosting collagen, and rejuvenating the skin. While it’s true that facial acupuncture is renowned for its ability to improve skin appearance, there’s so much more beneath the surface. By combining evidence based practices with the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dr. Margot Lattanzi, our Naturopathic Doctor at Subtle Enhancement, used facial acupuncture to address more than just skin concerns!
Exosomes: The New Frontier in Aesthetic Medicine
In the world of skincare and aesthetics, innovation is key to achieving transformative results. One of the most exciting advancements in recent years is the use of exosomes.
Is Collagen Supplementation Worth the Hype? Exploring Its Benefits for Skin Health
Collagen Supplements have gained popularity in recent years for its potential to improve skin health and reduce the signs of aging. But is collagen supplementation truly worth the hype? At Subtle Enhancements, we're passionate about blending the latest scientific research with holistic health practices to bring you the best of both worlds.
The Gut Microbiome's Role in Skin Health: A dive into what nourishing your skin from the inside out really means
In recent years, the fascinating link between gut health and skin health, also known as the gut- skin access, has gained significant attention in the health community. As a naturopathic doctor focused in hormones and gut health, I've witnessed firsthand how addressing gut health can dramatically improve skin conditions such as aging, acne, and melasma. Through my practice at Subtle Enhancements, I've seen that a holistic approach, which targets the gut, can enhance the effectiveness of topical treatments and lead to lasting, radiant results.
4 Skincare Treatments to Stop Wrinkles on their Tracks
Breaking down wrinkles. The causes and science-backed treatments we recommend to keep your skin line-free.
Skincare to Get Your Skin Summer-Ready
As things start heating up, it’s time to adjust your skincare routine. The increased UV index, pollution, and warmer temperatures affect our skin differently than the cold winter months. To keep your skin glowing and healthy, you may need to make a few swaps. The secret to a winning summer skincare routine? More in this post!
Your Glowing-Skin Wedding-Prep Checklist
2024 brides, we’ve got you! Here’s your official prep checklist treatments we recommend to make you look and feel your best before your BIG day!
Everything you need to know about Microneedling
Tricking your body into creating more collagen? It’s not a magic trick, it’s science! Here is all the essential information about Microneedling and why it’s one of the best preventative treatment out there.
Acne, Aging and Hormonal Balance with Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture: A Case Study
As women journey through life, our bodies undergo beautiful and important hormonal changes. Though these shifts are a natural part of the process, there's no harm in giving our bodies a little extra support along the way! Here at Subtle Enhancements, we believe in empowering every woman to tune into her body's unique rhythm and recognize the intricate balance between her hormones and skin.
Vitamin C: Everything You Need to Know About the Most Popular Skincare Ingredient
Did you know that our skin naturally has Vitamin C? April 4th is National Vitamin C Day! Why is this Vitamin C so important that it needs a whole day dedicated to it? Vitamin C supports essential functions.
Skincare 101: Lipids and Your Skin
You know your skin needs moisturization, nourishment, and hydration. But you know what else is essential for it to be healthy and vibrant? Lipids!
Enhancing Your Botox Experience Using Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture
Cosmetic facial acupuncture is a time-tested practice that stimulates the flow of energy, or Qi, throughout the body. As we age, we see a decrease in cell turnover and healthy vessels and an increased in the breakdown of collagen and elastic. By strategically placing fine needles along specific energy pathways on the face, it promotes blood circulation, encourage collagen production, and releases tension.
How To Get Your Skin Back on Track For 2024
We know you have skin goals for 2024. Winter is actually the best time to get your skin back on track and undo damage caused by summer’s sun. You can do this through amazing skin-health treatments but it starts at home with the right skincare, lifestyle and dietary habits.
Holiday Gift Guide 2023: For the Skincare and Self-Care Lover
‘Tis the season for gifting… So, gift something they’ll be absolutely obsessed with. Not sure where to start? We’ve done the work for you…
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