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Why is my hair so greasy?

“Your scalp is covered with hair follicles and each has a gland that produces sebum, which is oil,” explained Dr. Sandy Skotnicki when I called her to chat.”

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Is it ever a good idea to share makeup? Experts explain what is and isn’t okay to borrow

“It’s uncommon, but certain infections—like herpes from lip products and bacterial infections from eye products—can be spread if people share makeup,” says Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., a dermatologist and the author of Beyond Soap.

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Swears By These Non-Comedogenic Products to Prevent Acne

It’s true: “As with most skin-care, the term ‘non-comedogenic’ is not regulated,” says dermatologist Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., author of Beyond Soap.

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Dermatologists’ Face Mask Tips For Sensitive Skin

Tatler talked to Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, author of Beyond Soap: The Real Truth About What You Are Doing to Your Skin and How to Fix It for a Beautiful, Healthy Glow about how anyone with sensitive skin can confidently choose a face mask.

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Wearing a mask more often? Here are some tips to avoid skin issues when wearing a mask

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Rethinking The Science Of Skin

“Sandy Skotnicki, a Canadian dermatologist, spends her winters begging itchy men to stop using shower gel and wonders if the twinned increases in over-washing and in eczema are more than just correlation.”

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6 Things You Can Do About Hair Loss from Scalp Psoriasis

“Most of these come out when we wash or comb our hair,” says board-certified dermatologist Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., an assistant professor in the department of dermatology at the University of Toronto. “Significant itching from psoriasis would also lead to this normal hair shed, which typically only happens with washing or combing.”

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Trending Dermatologist – Dr. Sandy Skotnicki Talks About Skincare Routines For Mask-Related Acne (Maskne)

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Handle With Care, or This Winter Is Going to Suck for Your Hands

“Part of the problem, says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, is that we’ve conflated what we consider to be cleanliness with hygiene.”

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A Product Elimination Diet Could Solve Your Dry, Irritated Skin Issues

“Then I did what I should have done in the first place: contacted Dr. Sandy Skotnicki.”

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4 Pro Rules for Taking Care of Melanated Skin

If you’re planning to use retinoids or benzoyl peroxide, it’s a good idea to consult with a dermatologist first, “because if used too quickly and at high concentrations, they can cause hyperpigmentation,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, a board-certified dermatologist in Toronto.

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The Best Body Scrubs For Ingrown Hairs

“Ingrown hairs are often lodged in some of the dead upper layer of our skin called the stratum corneum, so exfoliating will help loosen these trapped hairs,” board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, M.D, tells Bustle.”

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What is Hypoallergenic Makeup? Plus the Best Products of 2021

“[Hypoallergenic] is not a regulated term with respect to labeling laws,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, dermatologist and author of “Beyond Soap.” “What it’s supposed to mean is the product contains fewer ingredients that could potentially cause an allergic reaction — something called allergic contact dermatitis.”

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Healthy Bath Tips for Psoriasis

“While sudsing up with a big fluffy bath puff or wash cloth may seem like a no-brainer part of a bath session, Dr. Skotnicki insists that for psoriasis patients it’s best to avoid them. It’s the texture of these applicators that can cause trouble, she says, as “psoriasis is precipitated and aggravated by trauma and that includes friction.” Instead, using a bar of gentle, low-foaming soap as its own applicator or using your cleanser-covered fingers will do just fine.”

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No makeup. Skipping showers. Incessant hand-washing. What is COVID-19 doing to our skin?

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You’re Showering Too Much

In October, when the Canadian air starts drying out, the men flock to Sandy Skotnicki’s office. The men are itchy. Skotnicki studied microbiology before becoming an assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Toronto.

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Washing your hands more often? Here’s how to avoid making them dry and cracked

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10 LED Light Therapy Tools to Add to Your Beauty Routine

If you’re concerned about wrinkles and general aging of the skin, red light devices are your best bet, because “they target fibroblasts, which are involved in the production of collagen,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, a dermatologist and the author of “Beyond Soap.”

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Wait, Can Cleansing Your Skin With Tap Water Cause Your Skin to Break Out?

“This is an important topic and often overlooked,” says Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist, assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Toronto, and author of Beyond Soap. “Few people really consider what plain water can do to your skin or the effects of water hardness.”

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Google Announces New AI App To Diagnose Skin Conditions

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Skotnicki specializes in contact dermatitis, a skin reaction from touching an allergen or irritant—as opposed to an allergy to something eaten or inhaled, which is what the skin prick testing had looked for.

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Skotnicki specializes in contact dermatitis, a skin reaction from touching an allergen or irritant—as opposed to an allergy to something eaten or inhaled, which is what the skin prick testing had looked for.

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“Dr. Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and a leading expert on skin irritants. Through her lectures, articles, and book, Dr. Skotnicki has been encouraging society to rethink its obsession with overwashing. She asserts that overwashing, particularly with soaps and detergents, is compromising the body’s inherent barrier and microbial protections by literally washing them down the drain.”

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“Dr. Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and a leading expert on skin irritants. Through her lectures, articles, and book, Dr. Skotnicki has been encouraging society to rethink its obsession with overwashing. She asserts that overwashing, particularly with soaps and detergents, is compromising the body’s inherent barrier and microbial protections by literally washing them down the drain.”

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“Dr. Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and a leading expert on skin irritants. Through her lectures, articles, and book, Dr. Skotnicki has been encouraging society to rethink its obsession with overwashing. She asserts that overwashing, particularly with soaps and detergents, is compromising the body’s inherent barrier and microbial protections by literally washing them down the drain.”

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“Dr. Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and a leading expert on skin irritants. Through her lectures, articles, and book, Dr. Skotnicki has been encouraging society to rethink its obsession with overwashing. She asserts that overwashing, particularly with soaps and detergents, is compromising the body’s inherent barrier and microbial protections by literally washing them down the drain.”

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“Dr. Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and a leading expert on skin irritants. Through her lectures, articles, and book, Dr. Skotnicki has been encouraging society to rethink its obsession with overwashing. She asserts that overwashing, particularly with soaps and detergents, is compromising the body’s inherent barrier and microbial protections by literally washing them down the drain.”

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“‘Age spot’ is not a medical term,” says Skotnicki, who is my skin hero for her excellent and life-changing 2018 book, Beyond Soap, which taught us all to stop with the detergent overload, already. ”

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“Este libro por ahora sólo está disponibles en inglés, pero si podéis, ¡haceros con él! La dermatóloga canadiense Sandy Skotnicki comenta los problemas de piel que se encuentra en consulta, de que nos ponemos demasiados cosméticos…”

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“Our 3D maps reveal that the molecular composition of skin has diverse distributions and that the composition is defined not only by skin cells and microbes but also by our daily routines, including the application of hygiene products. The technological development of these maps lays a foundation for studying the spatial relationships of human skin with hygiene, the microbiota, and environment, with potential for developing predictive models of skin phenotypes tailored to individual health.”

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“So, whatever products you’re applying will absorb better than they would during the day. “There’s no wind, and no hands or masks touching your face,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap. “You are typically also warmer in bed, which causes dilation of blood vessels and better potential penetration of actives.”

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“So, whatever products you’re applying will absorb better than they would during the day. “There’s no wind, and no hands or masks touching your face,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap. “You are typically also warmer in bed, which causes dilation of blood vessels and better potential penetration of actives.”

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“We [dermatologists] have been asking companies to make them because retinol has the strongest evidence, even more so than glycolic acid, for anti-aging, so why wouldn’t you want to put it on the décolleté and back of your hands?” Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, a Toronto-based dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap, notes. Additionally, she says you can apply it to the chest, arms, back, lower arms, and lower legs.”

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The European Commission regulates 26 allergenic and problematic fragrance molecules on its packaging, Dr. Sandy Skotnicki says. “They want to add up to 100 more, many naturally derived.”

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“Dating back to when germ theory was first established, it was quickly discovered that hands are how we transmit infectious particles, so you have to wash them,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, dermatologist and founder of Toronto’s Bay Dermatology Centre.

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Prone to whiteheads? Then make sure you’re washing your face with the right cleanser. According to dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, the best face washes for whiteheads contain the acne-fighting ingredient benzoyl peroxide.

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“Once the scar has formed and there are no “open wounds” (i.e. any stitches have been removed, new skin has formed, etc.), then you can start to consider treatment options, says Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., a dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap. Silicone sheets, for example, help as the scar is healing to prevent thickness and redness, she says.”

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“First, a word on what exfoliation is and why you should care. Your skin exfoliates itself as part of a natural renewal process, says Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., a dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap. “You get a new upper skin layer approximately every 30 days,” she says.

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“If you struggle with dandruff, listen up. “Basic science studies have demonstrated that extracts of black seed oil can help decrease the growth of various fungal organisms” due to its anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties, says Sandy Skotnicki, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap.”

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“Calluses result from repeated friction, rubbing, pressure, and irritation on the skin,” says Sandy Skotnicki, M.D., a Toronto-based dermatologist and author of Beyond Soap.”

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“UPF hats and shirts add to the photoprotection and keep our skin spotless and less wrinkled over the years,” recommends Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, dermatologist and author of “Beyond Soap.”

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10 best collagen creams in 2021, according to experts

“Building and replacing collagen is a goal with topical creams, especially those with purported anti-wrinkle benefits,” dermatologist and author of “Beyond Soap” Dr. Sandy Skotnicki said.

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Skin Savers: Here’s Your 101 to Sun Protection

“UVB rays lead to sunburn, but UVAs penetrate the skin more deeply and are associated with more long-term UV damage and skin cancer development,” says Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, dermatologist and assistant professor at the University of Toronto.”

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The 11 Best Dermaplanning Tools of 2021

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and allergy expert based in Toronto, Canada. She’s the author of Beyond Soap: The Real Truth About What You Are Doing to Your Skin and How to Fix It for a Beautiful, Healthy Glow and is an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto.

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How to Treat and Prevent Psoriasis in Your Everyday Life

Sandy Skotnicki, a board-certified dermatologist in Toronto, Canada, and author of Beyond Soap, echoes Engelman’s advice. Proper moisturization, she says, can also help the skin better absorb topical psoriasis medication.

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Even Your Eyebrows Can Get Dandruff — Yes, Seriously

“Even though the eyebrows are a lesser known area that can fall victim to it, eyebrow dandruff is still extremely common and affects millions of people, according to board-certified dermatologist and author Dr. Sandy Skotnicki.”

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11 Best Derma Rollers of 2021

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki is a board-certified dermatologist and allergy expert based in Toronto, Canada. She’s the author of Beyond Soap: The Real Truth About What You Are Doing to Your Skin and How to Fix It for a Beautiful, Healthy Glow and is an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto.

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CT LIVE!: Sunscreen Dos and Don’ts

“Dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki shares tips on how to best protect ourselves from the sun.”

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The 6 Best Dermatologists In Toronto

“Dr. Skotnicki’s years of experience, as well as skills and expertise on skin allergies, allows her to competently and confidently work on any dermatological issues that clients may bring in.”

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Hiking with Friends gets you into the “zone”

The Science that Makes Adventure Travel Beneficial for Your Mental Health

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Best Face Washes for Acne

Acne is the most common skin condition, affecting up to 50 million people in the United States, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.

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Best Body Washes for Acne

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In the Neck of Time

Remedies that help take the wiggle out of your wattle

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Laser Hair Removal’s Risks

Laser hair-removal procedures have become immensely popular in recent years. Nearly half a million such treatments were performed by dermatologic surgeons in 2011, the last year for which figures are available, according to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

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An itch you can’t scratch: The lowdown on eczema

What is eczema, anyway, and what can you do once you’ve got it?

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Ipilimumab May Be Linked To Increased Survival In Patients

AMSTERDAM — Patients with advanced melanoma have lived as long as 10 years when treated with the immunologic therapy ipilimumab (Yervoy), according to pooled data from a dozen clinical trials.

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Facelift Alternative

The secret to eternal youth is the ominously named but pleasantly non-invasive vampire facelift, which uses the platelet-rich plasma from your own blood to rejuvenate the skin. Dr. Sandy Skotnicki draws a vial of blood from her patient’s arm, spins it in a centrifuge until the red cells strip off, then injects the plasma into the skin. The fluid—which Tiger Woods and Kobe Bryant have used to repair athletic injuries—is said to contain healing agents that promote cell growth and collagen production, making it the perfect remedy to tighten sagging flesh under the eyes and chin. $1,200.

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The Only Non- Invasive Procedure FDA-Approved to Lift Skin on the Neck!

Bay Dermatology Centre is pleased to introduce Ultherapy for the lower neck and chest.

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Maine House Passes Bill Banning Minors From Tanning Beds

The Democratic-backed bill could make Maine the fourth state to prohibit anyone under 18 from indoor tanning.

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Winter tough on dry skin and eczema

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Changing daily habits can transform skin from dry to supple

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Recommendations from the Expert

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Bay Dermatology Centre – The Marilyn Denis Show

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Sunscreen Myths: How You Should Really Apply SPF In The Fall

“We know we have to wear sunscreen daily, that tanning beds are bad for us, etc., etc. But when it comes to sunscreen specifics — especially in terms of updating our beauty routines for fall — there are a few sun-protecting myths we still believe.”

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Skin Saver

“This dermatologist and medical director of the Bay Dermatology Centre is know for her Selphyl treatments, or “vampire facelifts””

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Eye-lifting news

“We wanted to offer this treatment at our clinic for people who would like to see a significant change in their eyebrow and eyelid structure, but are not quite ready for surgical procedures such as an eyelid blephroplasty.”

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5 common sun protection mistakes

Every morning you diligently apply SPF and pack a bottle of sunscreen when you know you’re going to be out all day, but chances are you’re not reapplying as frequently as you should.

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Keeping Salon Workers Safe From Chemicals

A groundbreaking settlement between California’s Attorney General and manufacturers of Brazilian Blowout hair smoothing products that contain a cancer-causing chemical will help protect salon workers and consumers.

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Multitasking Beauty Products: Step-Savers Or Time-Wasters?

“Multitasking cosmetics promise much, but do they really succeed at fulfilling all of the benefits as well as using separate products would?”

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Ultherapy on The Martha Stewart Show!

“New York City dermatologist, Dr. David Colbert, treated The Martha Stewart Show’s producer, Barbara, with Ultherapy…and she loved the results! Dr. Colbert explains how the treatment works, Barbara talks about how her results keep “getting better and better” and Martha mentions that she would be interested in getting a treatment like this done.”

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Eczema often worse in winter

“For many people, dry, itchy skin is as much a part of Canadian winter as toques and tobogganing. People with eczema are particularly affected by the winter.”

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Clear Skin Tips for Fitness Fanatics

“So last month I blogged about how I don’t think you should wear makeup when working out, focused on how I believe colour cosmetics are a fitness faux pas.”

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Beauty spot: Adult zits meet their match

“In Toronto, we have a couple of top contenders in the form of Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, the tall, willowy Roland Mouret couture-clad medical director at Bay Dermatology Centre, as well as Dr. Lisa Kellett, the petite and perky owner of DLK on Avenue.”

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FormulaB was featured in Flare’s December issue

“Tapping into their decades of beauty know-how, two Toronto docs are launching lines to solve your stubborn skin dilemmas.”

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5 Minutes with Dr. Sandy Skotnicki

“I hope to still have my skin care line moving forward with some success. It’s been a dream of mine to write a book on sensitive skin, a passion of mine academically.”

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Acne, Pimple, Zit, Breakouts in Your Adult Years; Help is On the Way

You thought the days of waking up discovering a zit were done and over. The embarrassment of walking around all day and coming home to the biggest white head on the face of the planet.

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Savvy Picks – FORMULAB® Skincare Products

Paraben, fragrance, dye and formaldehyde-free, the three-part program – Prepare, Cleanse and Treat-developed by mom and dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki, has the active ingredients necessary to keep acne at bay without irritating the skin the way other treatments can.

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To Smooth and Protect

Soothe or heal sensitive skin with our editors’ summer picks.

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The Tan Commandments

10 rules for safe tanning – and scoring the perfect beach glow.

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Teens Continue To Tan Regardless Of Health Risks

Among almost 4,000 girls ages 14 to 22, the vast majority (81%) said they sunbathe outdoors either frequently or occasionally.

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Some Organic Skincare Products May Trigger Allergies

New York Times Most skincare and hair care is “filled with potential allergy triggers,” and organic versions are among the worst offenders.

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Rough Skin? Get with the program this winter.

Hamilton’s Men’s Magazine asked Dr. Julia Carroll about what every man should be doing to keep his skin happy all year long-but especially throughout the winter.

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A visit from… Dr. Sandy Skotnicki

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki offers a few long-term ways to freshen up winter-weary skin.

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Men’s Skin Care

Most men don’t give their skin much thought, but maybe they should. It is quite different from women’s skin and it needs some special care.

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Are facelifts a thing of the past?

The rise of non-invasive cosmetic procedures is investigated by Deirdre Kelly in this article from The Globe and Mail.

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Banish Dry Winter Skin

Cold-weather months bring a host of winter skin problems: itchiness, chapped hands, roughened feet and facial tightness. Dr. Sandy Skotnicki offers tips to banish dry winter skin.

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CBS Evening News – Haiti: The Long Road Back

More than 50 hospitals and health centers were destroyed in the earthquake but now a world-class facility has risen from the wreckage. Katie Couric reports from Haiti.

Doctor Sandy Skotnicki volunteered at this Project Medishare field hospital where she treated patients for wounds and complex dermatology problems.

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Suncreen myths on Canada AM

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki discusses sunscreen essentials including when and how much to apply, when to re-apply, and what protection is need for children under 2 years of age.

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Celebrity Facials on ET Canada

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki appears on ET Canada, promoting the Intraceuticals Oxygen Facial.

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Blame Genes and Hormones for Acne

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki is interviewed about acne and good skin. Inside Toronto.

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Jewellery and Allergy Warning

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki offers some advice for dealing with itchy skin in this ad for Curel mosturizer.

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Fetal cells in skin cream “a bit weird”

NeoCutis’s use of aborted fetal cells in the cream is not justified by their data. Toronto Star Health Zone.

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TIFF 09: Interview with Kristin Booth

“I love-love-love them!” Actress Kristin Booth survives the Toronto International Film Festival with the the help of Bay Dermatology Centre’s Intraceuticals Oxygen treatments. Lipstick Powder’n Paint.

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Get your game face on

Toronto International Film Festival: A-lister celebs are turning to Intraceuticals facials.

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Unhealthy Glow: Try creams to help tame tanning addiction

Self-tanners can provide a healthy glow without the health risks of tanning. Toronto Star.

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Microderm Miracles

Woman.ca reviews the microdermabrasion treatment at Bay Dermatology Centre. (They love it.)

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis versus Irritant Contact Dermatitis

A discussion paper by Doctor Sandy Skotnicki prepared for The Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal, May 2009.

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Glow’s Best Spa Guide – Bay Dermatology Centre

Glow Magazine has selected the Bay Dermatology Centre for their annual list of best spas.

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Curel – Skin Care Tips

Dr. Skotnicki provides skin care tips and answers questions about your skin

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Health Solutions – Sunscreen

Choosing the best sunscreen and using it effectively.

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Dare to Bare Your Legs!

Summer’s no time to cover up. Here’s how to get standout legs that sizzle. By Denise Wild, Good Times magazine.

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Beauty – Summer Prep

Product recommendations for staying fresh-faced in the summer, plus a highlight on oxygen facials at the Bay Dermatology Centre.

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Treatment on Trial: just breathe

A short article in about the popular oxygen facial.
Glow magazine.

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Water Myths (2.6 Mb)

Does drinking water really clear up you skin and help you lose weight?
By Jessica Hainstock, Elle Canada magazine.

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Madonna’s beauty secret? The big O

Madonna and oxygen facials are investigated by Lynn Crosbie on the lifestyle pages of The Globe & Mail.

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Air Supply (1.4 Mb)

It’s at the spa and in your moisturizer, and you can even get it from a canister. Is oxygen therapy really good for your skin – or is it just hot air? By Michelle Villett, Elle Canada magazine.

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New vitamin-rich facial exfoliates Torontonians

Bay Dermatology Centre is the only clinic to offer the Intraceuticals rejuvenation infusion, a 40-minute oxygen facial.
By Lorianna de Giorgio, Bay-Bloor Town Crier.

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Give Your Face a Breath of Fresh Air

Posted on Spa Beautifully: Women of the GTA can now have vibrant, luminous skin in only 40 minutes thanks to a fresh new facial offered by Dr. Sandy Skotnicki at the Bay Dermatology Centre.

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Under your skin

Along with age, life stage and stress, our hormones play a leading role in our skin’s health. But there’s a solution for every skin dilemma – no matter where you are in life. By Lauren Ferranti-Ballem, Glow magazine

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Health Update

Can lipstick contain cancer-causing lead? Dr. Sandy Skotnicki weighs in.

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Entertainment Tonight – 2007 June 22

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki appears in this segment about skin care products.

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Common Questions About Over 40 Skin – TheBestKeptSecret.ca

Dermatologist Sandy Skotnicki answers your questions about midlife skin care.

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Special Skin Cream May Help Stop Wrinkles

City TV News broadcast about Retin-A and wrinkles

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Chemical Reactions Not Only Skin Deep

By Joanna Smith, Toronto Star, January 18, 2007

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Expensive Wrinkle Creams No Better Than Cheap Kind

Researchers say there’s no evidence that expensive creams are any better than the 20 dollar drug store kind.

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Jewellery and Allergy Warning

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki is quoted in this article about potential allergies to some metals in Jewellery.

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Are You Allergic To Make-Up?

City TV News takes a look at allergies and sensitivities to skin products.

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Dr. Sandy Skotnicki

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and the Bay Dermatology Centre are featured in this article from Elevate magazine in Autumn 2006

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Skin Care for Bad Girls

A reformed tanner looks to a Dr. Sandy Skotnicki for sun and skin care help. By Karine Ewart, Fashion magazine.

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Are you overwashing your face?

Dr. Sandy Skotnicki reveals the harmful effects of modern skincare habits in her new book, Beyond Soap

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New science books to read this weekend

Skincare is a huge obsession in modern society. Ever wonder what a dermatologist has to say about all those creams, washes, and elixirs?

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A clean break: Why our society’s obsession with cleanliness has become too much of a good thing

Sandy Skotnicki is the founder of Toronto’s Bay Dermatology Centre, an assistant professor in the department of medicine at the University of Toronto

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A Top Dermatologist Gets Real About How To Have Great Skin

Turns out, the ingredients in your miracle anti-aging cream might actually be the thing that’s making your skin so sensitive.

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How and Why to Exfoliate Your Face

If you want to expand your skincare routine beyond cleansing, moisturizer, and sunscreen, exfoliation is a good next step.

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Three sunscreens to keep your skin safe on a sunny day

Fun in the sun is a key component of any March break getaway down south, but if you're as fair as I am

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BEYOND SOAP – March 21

It’s officially spring, a time for renewal and what better place to start than with your skin.

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DERMATLOGIST DR. SANDY SKOTNICKI MAY 23, 2018

With the warm summery weather arriving early, now is the perfect time to refine your beauty regime and learn how to best protect your skin from getting sun damage. .

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