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Pigmentation is not always just sun damage.

If your pigmentation seems to get darker in the summer, after heat exposure, or despite using skincare, melasma may be part of the reason.

Melasma is a very common skin condition that can be triggered by sun exposure, hormones, genetics, inflammation, and even heat. Because it is a chronic condition, managing it often requires more than just a single product or treatment.

In our latest blog, we discuss:
☀️ what melasma is
☀️ common causes and triggers
☀️ the different types of melasma
☀️ treatment options and skincare approaches
☀️ how to manage melasma long-term

Throughout June and July, enjoy 20% off ZO® Skin Health Brightalive® and ZO® Skin Health Vitamin C Self-Activating, a combo often incorporated into pigmentation-focused skincare routines to help support brighter, more even-looking skin.

Read the blog to learn more about melasma and the personalized treatment options available at Clinic 805: https://bit.ly/43vl0os

Not every skincare trend on the internet is good for your skin 👀

While social media can be a great place to learn about skincare, some viral trends can actually damage the skin barrier, increase sensitivity, or lead to long-term irritation.

A few trends we would not recommend:

✨ using lemon juice or toothpaste on breakouts
✨ overusing glycolic acid, retinol, and exfoliants all at once
✨ aggressive “pore scraping” or peeling videos
✨ applying ice directly to the skin for long periods
✨ at-home microneedling devices used improperly
✨ creating routines based on TikTok trends instead of your skin type
✨ constantly changing products instead of giving products time to work
✨ layering too many active ingredients because “more is better”

Healthy skin is not about following every viral trend. Often, the best results come from a consistent, evidence-based routine tailored to your skin and goals.

If you are unsure what your skin actually needs, our team is always happy to help guide you toward safe, effective skincare and treatment options. 🤍

Every visit has its own reason.

Some are milestones, some are moments, and some are simply about feeling your best. Whatever yours is, we’re here for it.

Book a visit with us today: clinic805.ca/book-now/

Subtle changes can make a significant impact.

Our very own, Etsuko was treated with a combination of Morpheus8 and chin filler to help improve facial balance, support jawline definition, and enhance overall skin firmness and structure.

Rather than dramatically changing the face, treatments like these are often used to create harmony and refinement while still looking natural and like yourself.

By combining skin tightening technology with strategically placed filler, we can address both skin quality and facial structure at the same time for more comprehensive, balanced results.

These results lasted over a four-year period.

Interested in learning more about combination treatment plans? Our team can help determine which approach best aligns with your goals. 🤍

In the age of social media, it can be easy to walk into a consultation thinking you already know exactly what treatment you need.

But in medical aesthetics, the most natural and effective results come from individualized treatment planning, not copy-and-paste approaches.

As Nurse Shelley shares, one of the best things a patient can bring into a consultation is an open mind, realistic expectations, and trust in the education process.

The same treatment, amount of product, or approach will not look identical from person to person because every face, anatomy, and goal is unique.

At Clinic 805, patient education is at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to help patients feel informed, supported, and confident in a treatment plan tailored specifically to them. ✨

Visit our blog to read more from Nurse Shelley’s Q&A and learn more about her philosophy on medical aesthetics, patient education, and natural-looking results: https://bit.ly/42SjYmj

You may have noticed a shift on social media lately away from “overfilled” aesthetics and toward more natural-looking results.

But at Clinic 805, aesthetic medicine has never been about chasing trends.

While dermal filler continues to be an excellent treatment option for the right candidate, the conversation around injectables is evolving. More patients are looking for subtle, balanced, and individualized results rather than dramatic transformation.

We’re seeing a growing focus on overall skin health, facial balance, natural movement, and treatment plans that are built gradually and thoughtfully over time. In many cases, patients are also exploring combination approaches that may include skincare, lasers, skin tightening, or surgical procedures alongside injectables, rather than relying on filler alone.

Medical aesthetics should not be about looking like someone else or following what is trending online. The best treatment plans are personalized, thoughtful, and designed to help patients look refreshed, healthy, and like themselves.

At Clinic 805, our philosophy has always centred around education, balance, and natural-looking results that support long-term skin and facial health.