Laser Hair Removal versus Electrolysis Hair Removal Laser hair removal and Electrolysis hair removal are the only two types of permanent hair removal currently offered to the public. Many of our guests are unsure of what the best method is for them. At our laser med spa we offer laser hair removal service and do not offer electrolysis, however we’ve broken down the key differences between the two for anyone who may be on the fence. What is Electrolysis? Electrolysis is a form of hair removal typically performed by a dermatologist or skincare professional. This technique works by inserting an …
Our Skin Clinic
About Urban Body Laser Urban Body is Vancouver’s most trusted skin clinic, with over 10 years in business and thousands of satisfied guests served you can trust your experience with us will be a good one! Our skin care center offers a young, energetic and progressive environment, with a convenient centralized location in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Our experienced spa estheticians are fully certified and trained to the most stringent standards in the medispa industry. We stay up to date on all the latest and most innovative protocols, and are always up to date on our industries latest research …
What Are Effective Acne Treatments?
Acne can be an extremely frustrating skin condition that wreaks havoc on one’s self esteem. Sadly an effective acne treatment can be difficult to find, with many cases acne can and often does persist long after the teenage years. The causes of acne vary from person to person but it is often thought to be causes by hormonal imbalances, certain foods, stress and other factors. Acne consists of a group of inflamed clogged pores and is mainly found on the face, chest, back or buttocks regions of the body. Acne is considered a chronic inflammatory disorder of the sebaceous glands. …
How To Use Your At Home Derma Roller
Microneedling is becoming an ever increasingly popular skincare treatment and for good reason! It’s incredibly effective at treating a slew of skin issues including wrinkles, fine lines, scars and uneven skin texture. At Urban Body Laser in our medispa we offer microneedling treatments using the DermaPen for a higher intensity treatment, and we also have an at home option, the Derma Roller for guests who would like to incorporate the benefits of this technology into their regular skincare routine. What is a Derma-Roller? Our at home Derma Roller contains hundreds of tiny needles that when passed over the skin treatment …
Rosacea Treatment
Intense Pulsed Light, providing a solution to Rosacea Rosacea is a common disorder of the facial skin that affects millions worldwide, unfortunately many sufferers have been left undiagnosed. While it is widespread it varies substantially from one patient to another, therefore finding a one fits all solution can be difficult. Rosacea can be physically uncomfortable and sadly often significantly effects self-confidence, and self-esteem. At Urban Body Laser our medispa offers effective skincare solutions for sufferers, you should seek our help if you experience the following symptoms: Redness on the nose, cheeks, chin or forehead. Bumps or pimples on the face. …
Coats for Kids 7 Years Running!
The twinkly lights, the frosted windows, the carols sung merrily on high. The season is upon us! We’re starting to dream of decorating the tree, hanging our stockings with care, and waking up to whiteness dusting our neighbourhoods. While there are numerous things to be excited about, the most important part of the holidays is making a difference for those most in need. While we may have our lists of goodies and treats that we are looking forward to, some families are simply trying to make it through the coldest time of year. The reality is that there are many …
Laser Hair Removal: Your Top Choice!
Making a difference in someone’s life is the number one reason we do what we do. Seeing the impact we can make on a guest’s daily life, on their self-esteem, is so rewarding. We get excited about the benefits that all our treatments offer and are always curious to see what our guests are looking for most often. Resoundingly, Laser Hair Removal has become the most popular non-surgical aesthetic treatment around. Unwanted hair can cause embarrassment and even hinder your lifestyle choices. We want all our guests to feel comfortable living full lives in their own skin, and to do …
Clients First: Our Kind of Success!
There are so many important elements that go into our treatments: educated staff, up to date technology and equipment, quality products. To us, the most important aspect of any of our work is the people. Our guests are always top of mind! We want our guests to feel informed, accommodated, and satisfied with their results. Our staff is always available for questions and consultations to ensure you are finding treatments best suited to your needs. It makes us so happy to receive feedback like the review below, we wanted to share it! Marianne’s experience is exactly what we want everyone …
Microdermabrasion for Fall
Summer rays are fading and with them, our sun kissed glows. That’s not the only thing about our skin that will change with the coming of Autumn. As much as we want to hang on to our tans, earning them will have left our skin drier than we would like. Combine that with lower moisture in the air and our skin will soon be gasping with thirst! Coming into Fall, your skincare routine should be all about repairing and rehydrating. To combat sun damage from the summer months and deter flakey patches, we need moisture and rejuvenation. The latter can …
Aloe to the Rescue!
Getting outside and taking advantage of life’s small adventures is absolutely something we encourage. Just like too much sun exposure, there are other risks that come with being bold. Case in point: When one of our daughters recently set out to play on her long board, she experienced an unfortunate meeting between pavement and forehead. The result: a big, sticky scrape across her face in the middle of a hot summer. Poor girl! In a moment of inspiration, we realized that we had the perfect product right at our fingertips to take care of this dilemma. In our R3 Derma …