A Vampire Facial is a rejuvenating treatment that uses your own blood to promote healthy activity in your skin cells.

Hyperpigmentation (those stubborn dark spots or patches) can be treated with a variety of advanced skincare techniques. The best approach often involves exfoliating the pigmented skin cells and slowing down melanin production. At our Markham med spa, we offer chemical peels, IPL photofacial, and laser treatments specifically for hyperpigmentation . A chemical peel uses safe acids to slough off discolored skin layers, revealing fresher, more even-toned skin underneath – it’s great for sun spots or melasma. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) targets pigment with light energy; dark spots absorb the light and gradually break down and flake off after a session. We also have a fractional CO2 laser that resurfaces the skin and can significantly fade deeper pigmentation and sun damage. Sometimes a combination approach works best (for example, pairing a series of IPL treatments with light peels in between). Additionally, we always recommend using a good broad-spectrum sunscreen daily – this is key to preventing existing spots from darkening and new ones from forming. Topical products with vitamin C or niacinamide can also help brighten the skin over time. When you come in for a consultation, our skin experts will assess your pigmentation and create a plan – maybe it’s our specialized Hyperpigmentation Treatment program or a custom facial series. We’ll help you uncover a more even, glowing complexion while keeping your skin healthy and radiant.

A chemical peel is a treatment where a solution of safe, skin-friendly acids is applied to the face (or other areas) to exfoliate the top layers of skin. By doing this, we accelerate skin cell turnover and reveal the newer, smoother skin underneath. Chemical peels can vary in strength: lighter peels use gentle acids like alpha-hydroxy (AHA) or beta-hydroxy (BHA) to brighten and clarify the skin with little to no downtime, while medium peels might use stronger acids (like TCA) to address more pronounced issues like wrinkles or pigmentation, requiring a few days of peeling recovery. The improvements from peels are pretty impressive – they can help fade dark spots, reduce fine lines, unclog pores (great for acne-prone skin), and overall give you a more even, radiant complexion. Your skin often feels softer and looks more glowing after even one peel. At Lashes & Lipstick, we incorporate chemical peels into many of our advanced facial plans. For instance, our Advanced Facials menu includes peels as a standalone or combined with other therapies. We always choose the type of peel based on your skin’s needs: glycolic or lactic acid for brightening and smoothing, salicylic for oily/acne skin, etc. The procedure itself is quick – we cleanse your skin, apply the peel solution, let it work for a few minutes (you may feel a tingle), then neutralize and soothe the skin. Peels sound intense, but when done by professionals they are very safe and effective. With a series of peels, you can significantly improve skin texture, reduce sun damage, and even boost collagen production for firmer skin. Just remember to wear your SPF afterward, since fresh peeled skin is sun-sensitive. It’s one of our favorite tools to give clients that youthful “glow-up”!

Uneven skin tone (redness, blotchiness, or patchy discoloration) and rough texture can be improved with treatments that resurface the skin and boost collagen. At our Markham clinic, we often recommend a combination of laser resurfacing and microneedling for dramatic improvement . For example, a fractional CO2 laser can precisely remove micro-columns of damaged skin, which heals with new, smoother skin – this is fantastic for pitted acne scars or pronounced texture issues. RF microneedling (radiofrequency microneedling) is another star player: it creates tiny channels in the skin and delivers heat beneath the surface, stimulating your skin’s repair process to smooth out texture and even out tone over time. We also offer gentler options like HydraBrasion (a wet microdermabrasion) and chemical peels to buff away rough surface cells and fade discoloration. Even a series of classic microneedling (without RF) with our SkinPen can do wonders in refining pores and smoothing fine bumps. Often, the best approach is multimodal – for instance, our Uneven Skin Tone & Texture Treatment package might combine a laser session with a mid-depth peel in alternating visits. And let’s not forget skincare: using products with ingredients like retinol, vitamin C, or niacinamide at home can maintain and enhance your results by encouraging cell turnover and brightening the skin. The good news is that with today’s technology, you don’t have to live with rough, uneven skin. We’ll tailor a plan using our advanced facials and lasers to give you a silkier texture and a more uniform, radiant complexion.

CO2 laser resurfacing is a powerful treatment used to rejuvenate the skin by removing outer damaged layers and stimulating fresh collagen in deeper layers. It’s one of our most advanced laser treatments in Markham and is fantastic for a variety of concerns. We often use CO2 laser therapy to treat acne scars, deep wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage, and uneven texture. The laser creates tiny microscopic dots in the skin (fractional treatment), which triggers the skin’s natural healing process – as new collagen forms, the skin becomes smoother, firmer, and more even-toned. It’s like a reset for your skin’s surface. CO2 is also effective for reducing large pores and tightening loose skin to a degree. At Lashes & Lipstick, we have different settings (like Lite, Ultimate, Ultra) for our CO2 laser so we can customize the intensity . Lighter treatments might have minimal downtime (a few days of redness), while a deeper CO2 session for significant wrinkles or scars can involve a week or two of recovery as your skin peels and renews. Despite the downtime, the results are often well worth it – clients see a dramatic improvement in skin smoothness and youthfulness after they’ve healed. Essentially, CO2 laser is used when we need a heavy-duty overhaul for the skin. It’s a go-to for turning back the clock on aging skin or erasing long-standing imperfections like surgical scars or stubborn pigmentation. We’ll apply numbing cream to keep you comfortable during the procedure and provide thorough aftercare instructions. If you check out our Fractional CO2 Laser information (on our site’s skin treatments section), you can read more about what conditions it tackles and see before/afters of how much skin can improve with this gold-standard resurfacing laser.

Microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment that rejuvenates your skin by creating tiny, controlled punctures in the surface using very fine needles. While that might sound intimidating, these micro-injuries are so small that they trigger your skin’s natural healing response without causing real damage. In response, your skin produces new collagen and elastin – the proteins that keep skin firm and smooth. The benefits of microneedling are numerous: it helps improve skin texture, reduces the appearance of acne scars, minimizes fine lines, and can even shrink the look of enlarged pores. Post-treatment, as your skin heals, you’ll notice a plumper, more radiant complexion. Another bonus is that microneedling improves the absorption of skincare products (like serums with hyaluronic acid or vitamins) applied during or after the treatment, enhancing their effectiveness. At Lashes & Lipstick, we use a professional microneedling device (such as the SkinPen) to ensure the treatment is safe and effective. We customize needle depth based on the area and issue – for example, slightly deeper for cheek acne scars, and very shallow for fine lines around the eyes. Most clients feel only mild discomfort since we apply numbing cream beforehand; you’ll have some redness afterward, similar to a mild sunburn, which typically calms down within a day or two. Microneedling is beloved because it’s a natural approach – we’re simply harnessing your body’s own healing ability to remodel the skin. If you’re looking for smoother, younger-looking skin with minimal downtime, microneedling is a fantastic option. Our Microneedling page has more details on how this treatment works and the results you can expect, so feel free to give that a read or ask us for a consultation in Markham.

RF microneedling combines traditional microneedling with the added boost of radiofrequency energy. In RF microneedling (such as our Secret™ RF treatment), the device’s tiny needles penetrate the skin and simultaneously emit radiofrequency waves deep into the dermis. This RF energy heats the underlying tissue, which dramatically amplifies collagen and elastin production. The key difference is that regular microneedling relies on mechanical micro-injuries alone, while RF microneedling adds thermal energy for more intensive remodeling. What does this mean for results? RF microneedling is exceptionally good for skin tightening and scar reduction – the heat helps to contract existing collagen fibers and stimulate much more new collagen, so you get a firmer, smoother outcome. It’s often our go-to for treating acne scars, wrinkles, and skin laxity all at once . You’ll notice improvements in texture from the needling and a subtle lift or firmness from the RF. Another difference: RF microneedling typically penetrates a bit deeper than standard microneedling, and because of the energy involved, the downtime can be slightly longer (still relatively minimal – often just 1-3 days of redness and mild swelling). At Lashes & Lipstick, we numb you well for RF microneedling, so the treatment is very tolerable even with the added heat. If you have more pronounced skin concerns or want tighter, more youthful skin, RF microneedling is a superb upgrade. Think of it as microneedling on steroids! We’re thrilled to offer RF Microneedling in Markham as part of our advanced skin treatments – the results we’ve seen in clients’ before-and-afters (like smoother acne scars and lifted cheeks) really speak to how powerful the combination of needling + radiofrequency can be.

We have a few superstar treatments for acne scars, and often the best approach is a combination therapy. Two of our most effective options at the Markham clinic are Fractional CO2 Laser resurfacing and RF microneedling. Fractional CO2 laser is fantastic for icepick or boxcar scars – it vaporizes tiny columns of scar tissue, prompting fresh collagen remodeling and smoothing of indented areas. RF microneedling, as mentioned, creates controlled micro-injuries plus deep heating, which is excellent for breaking down scar fibers and leveling out uneven texture. Many clients see significant improvement (sometimes 50-75% smoother) after a series of these treatments. In some cases, we’ll also suggest chemical peels (like a TCA peel) between laser sessions to gradually peel away damaged skin and lighten any post-acne dark spots. For very deep scars, techniques like subcision (manually releasing scar tissue under a scar) combined with these advanced treatments can give even better results – we do evaluate if that’s needed. Our Uneven Skin Texture & Acne Scar program basically uses a tailored mix: for example, a client might do 1 CO2 laser session and 2 RF microneedling sessions spaced out over a few months. We’ve found that approach can dramatically refine acne-scarred skin. It’s also important to continue good skincare at home – using retinol or other doctor-recommended topicals can complement our in-office procedures by further encouraging collagen production. We know acne scars can be a big concern, but take heart: with modern aesthetics, those scars do not have to be permanent. We have some of the best acne scar treatments in Markham available, and we’d love to create a custom plan to help your skin become smoother and more even.

You’ll be happy to know that skin tags (those small fleshy growths) and cherry angiomas (tiny red “cherry” spots) can be removed easily without any surgery by using laser technology. At our Markham med spa, we utilize the Cutera XEO Nd:YAG 1064 laser for quick, precise skin tag and angioma removal . The laser is targeted onto the lesion, and in the case of a skin tag, the laser’s energy essentially cauterizes the blood supply to the tag, causing it to dry up and fall off after a few days. For cherry angiomas, the laser light is absorbed by the red color (blood) in the spot, effectively collapsing the tiny vessel – the spot will darken to a brownish color and then either flake off or fade over 1–2 weeks. These procedures are very straightforward: no incisions, no stitches, and minimal discomfort. You might feel a quick zap or sting from the laser, but it’s very tolerable and we can apply numbing cream for little skin tags if needed. There’s also basically no downtime – you can go about your day right after, just keeping the area clean and protected. Over the next week or so, you’ll watch that tag shrivel or that red spot lighten and disappear. It’s kind of satisfying! We always do a consultation first to confirm the lesions are benign skin tags or angiomas (which most are), and then we can often treat them on the spot. Our Skin Tag Removal in Markham service has become popular because it’s so quick and effective. Why live with those annoying little bumps if you don’t have to? In one short laser session, we’ll help your skin be clear of those tags and spots – no surgery required.

While both are effective, Secret RF is often preferred for its precision and patient comfort. Unlike Morpheus8, the Secret PRO platform allows for finer depth adjustments, meaning we can treat delicate areas like the neck and under-eyes with less pain and faster healing times (usually 24 hours vs. 4 days).

No. One of the main reasons Lashes & Lipstick chose Secret PRO for our Markham clinic is the minimal downtime. The fractional CO2 and RF delivery are designed to trigger collagen without the aggressive 'grid marking' often seen with Morpheus8, allowing most clients to return to work the next day.

Absolutely. This is our signature 'Treatment Stack.' We use the Secret RF to create micro-channels, and then infuse your own PRP deep into the dermis. This accelerates healing and doubles the collagen-building power of the treatment.