As technology becomes more effective and accessible, Manitobans are increasingly turning to Winnipeg’s skin clinics, which have become hubs for advanced cosmetic treatments. Here, they look for non-invasive or minimally invasive treatments that address everything from acne to aging, with many Winnipeggers opting for services that provide long-term results with minimal downtime.
Here’s a look at nine of the most in-demand treatments in the city:
1. Laser Hair Removal: A Long-Term Solution
One of the most common treatments seen at this Winnipeg skin clinic is laser hair removal. Unlike shaving or waxing, this treatment offers a more long-lasting solution to unwanted hair. Laser hair removal uses light energy to target and destroy hair follicles, leading to long-term reduction.
Laser hair removal is popular not just for its convenience but for reducing skin irritation often associated with other hair removal methods. An increasing amount of men are also seeking this solution out.
2. Wrinkle Reduction: Laser and Boosters
When it comes to addressing wrinkles, many Winnipeggers are opting for fractional laser. This treatment uses microchannels of energy to stimulate collagen production deep within the skin, helping to smooth wrinkles, fine lines and improve overall skin texture. While Botox remains popular for individual wrinkles, fractional laser is gaining a growing following for those looking to rejuvenate their skin without needles or surgery.
Another increasingly popular option is the Revolumizing Beauty Booster, a microneedled hyaluronic acid (HA) treatment. The HA works like a sponge, expanding within the skin to add volume and smooth out facial wrinkles. It’s also a popular choice for smoothing lines on the neck.
This treatment not only plumps the skin but also improves hydration, creating a more youthful, even appearance. This anti-crepey-skin treatment is increasingly being requested at our Winnipeg skin clinic.
3. Acne and Acne Scars: Personalized Treatments
Acne remains one of the most widespread skin concerns, and Manitobans are seeking relief through a variety of treatments tailored to different types of acne and scarring.
Winnipeg Skin Clinic Treatments for Active Acne:
- MesoAcne for Widespread Acne: This noninvasive mesotherapy treatment is gaining traction for its ability to reduce active acne and regulate oil production. It penetrates the skin’s deeper layers, making it particularly effective for stubborn acne.
- Clinical Peels for Moderate Acne: For those with moderate acne, chemical peels that include botanical lighteners not only target breakouts but also lighten post-acne pigmentation, offering a dual benefit.
- Purifying Face Treatments for Mild Acne: Salicylic acid-based facials with antibacterial peptides are popular for tackling acne while soothing inflammation. Oxygeneo’s OxyBalance facial offers additional exfoliation for oily or acne-prone skin.
Winnipeg Skin Clinic Treatments for Acne Scars:
- Microneedling for Textured Acne Scars: Microneedling is a go-to for treating pitted scars and mild hyperpigmented spots by promoting collagen production.
- PicoSure Laser for Pigmented Scars: This laser Pigmentation Treatment has proven effective for fading dark spots left behind by acne, offering dramatically clearer skin.
- Fractional Laser for Pitted Scars: For more stubborn, deeper scars, fractional laser provides more intense improvements, smoothing out the skin.
4. Hyperpigmentation: Even Out Skin Tone
Hyperpigmentation, including brown spots, melasma and age spots, is a common concern, particularly in Winnipeg’s harsh climate, which can exacerbate sun damage. Many are turning to PicoSure laser solutions (such as the Pigmentation Treatment) to address uneven skin tone and reclaim a brighter complexion.
The laser breaks down excess pigmentation, reducing dark spots or patches to reveal clearer, more even skin. This also includes pigmented acne scars.
5. Skin Tightening: Non-Invasive Solutions for Delaying Skin Aging
As non-surgical solutions become more advanced, skin tightening treatments are seeing a rise in demand at Winnipeg skin clinics. Radiofrequency treatments such as TempSure RF use heat to stimulate collagen production and tighten facial skin. This non-invasive procedure is particularly popular for contouring the face and neck, areas most prone to showing signs of aging.
Botox vs. Laser: What's the difference?
Injectables and topical treatments such as laser or radiofrequency (RF) complement each other well because they address different aspects of skin care.
Many people prefer non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments like lasers or RF for improving texture and tone, while others choose to combine these with injectables to achieve different goals.
Since they target different concerns, these treatments are not mutually exclusive and can be used together for optimal skin rejuvenation.
- Injectables like Botox and fillers are excellent for targeting specific wrinkles or adding volume, but they do not improve overall skin health.
- Laser and RF treatments, on the other hand, focus on enhancing the skin’s glow, texture, and tone by stimulating collagen production and improving elasticity. These treatments help with issues like pigmentation, fine lines, and uneven texture, making the skin look healthier and more radiant.
When combined, injectables and topical treatments can achieve both structural improvements and overall skin vitality.
Some people opt for non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments like lasers or RF to enhance texture and tone, while others combine these with injectables to address multiple goals simultaneously.
6. Cellulite Reduction: Smoothing the Skin
Cellulite remains an unwanted cosmetic condition for many, but new technologies are providing more effective ways to reduce its appearance. In Winnipeg, radiofrequency treatments are gaining popularity for cosmetic cellulite reduction.
This treatment uses heat to damage fat cells and promote lymphatic drainage, leaving the skin less dimpled and tighter. Increased collagen and elastin smoothen the skin’s surface to reduce the appearance of cellulite. People who maintain their skin’s smoothness using this treatment also particularly like that this treatment not only reduces the look of cellulite, but also sculpts the treated areas.
Compare Common Cellulite Treatments
Here are some common cosmetic cellulite treatments, including efficacy and cost expectation:
Topical Creams:
- Effectiveness: Limited impact. Temporary firming of the skin, but not long-lasting.
- Cost: Low
Massage and/or Brushing:
- Effectiveness: Temporary. May improve circulation and reduce fluid retention.
- Cost: Low
Radiofrequency (RF):
- Effectiveness: Proven. Offers noticeable and long-lasting improvements in smoothing skin texture and firmness. Quality RF treatments such as TempSure generally start around $350.
- Cost: Moderate
Cryolipolysis (e.g., CoolSculpting):
- Effectiveness: Limited specific evidence for cellulite. This treatment has the body sculpting effects of the TempSure RF treatment, but without much effect on cellulite.
- Cost: Moderate
Subcision Surgery or Injectables:
- Effectiveness: Proven. Shows promising results in breaking down the structure of cellulite or treating fibrous bands.
- Cost: High.
7. Redness and Rosacea: Calming Sensitive Skin
Rosacea and facial redness can be difficult to manage, but this Winnipeg skin clinic is offering both treatment and prevention options:
- IPL Photofacials for Redness: This treatment uses intense pulsed light to target blood vessels under the skin, reducing redness and helping rosacea-prone skin appear more even. It also removes broken capillaries and pigmented spots for dramatically clearer skin.
- Meso Redness Treatment for Prevention: Noninvasive mesotherapy is also used to diminish or prevent further redness. By strengthening capillaries and reducing inflammation, this treatment helps prevent flare-ups while promoting an even skin tone.
8. Laser Tattoo Removal: More Effective with PicoSure
As more people get tattoos, the demand for tattoo removal is also on the rise. Some seek to fade existing tattoos to make room for new ones, while others aim for complete removal. Winnipeggers are no strangers to this growing trend.
Increasingly, people are avoiding traditional laser removal in favour of picosecond lasers such as PicoSure which uses precise pulses for a faster and more comfortable experience. Unlike older methods, PicoSure uses ultra-fast waves of light to break up tattoo ink, allowing the body to naturally eliminate it over time and produce fresh skin cells to fade the tattoo. PicoSure also stands out for its ability to treat a variety of ink colors and requires fewer sessions for effective removal.
9. Laser Skin Rejuvenation: Addressing Texture and Tone All at Once
For those looking to improve both skin texture and tone, Picosure Laser Skin Rejuvenation has become a popular choice. This treatment is designed to address multiple concerns at once, including hyperpigmentation, fine lines, brown spots, and large pores. After the third treatment, most of our Winnipeg skin clinic clients report a dramatic change in skin clarity and smoothness. It is a popular choice both for targetted treatments or for for a quarterly skin refresh for users who want to maintain that ‘glass skin’ look it provides.
For more visible signs of aging, fractional laser combined with IPL photofacials helps reduce wrinkles, age spots, and broken capillaries, offering a comprehensive solution. This treatment is commonly referred to as the Wrinkles & Pigmentation Treatment.
How many advanced treatments are needed for a big change?
The number of advanced treatments, such as laser or microneedling, needed for significant results can vary depending on your skin type, condition, and specific goals. Generally, a series of 3 to 6 treatments is recommended for noticeable changes in skin texture, tone, and elasticity.
Your Natural Skin Cycle Augmented
A skin cycle refers to the natural process of skin regeneration, where new skin cells are produced in the deepest layers of the skin (the dermis) and gradually rise to the surface, replacing old, dead cells. A typical skin cycle lasts around 28 days but can take longer as we age.
Advanced treatments like microneedling and laser or RF work by stimulating the skin cycle, encouraging more intense collagen and elastin production than your skin would naturally achieve on its own. This boost helps generate smoother, fresher skin cells, reducing the appearance of pigmentation and tone issues while improving elasticity to diminish texture concerns.
Think of advanced treatments as how AI helps you respond faster and more effectively to a backlog of emails—accelerated for better results in less time.
Visible Results: Smoother and More Elastic Skin
With each treatment, collagen and elastin production increases, leading to fresher, smoother skin. This not only fades tone and pigment issues but also improves skin elasticity, which is needed for addressing texture problems, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and scarring. The result is skin that looks more youthful, vibrant, and firm.
Maintenance for ‘Glass Skin’
People of all ages with ‘glass skin’—that smooth, luminous complexion—often maintain their results with quarterly refresher treatments of laser and/or RF. These treatments keep collagen and elastin production active, ensuring the skin remains elastic and radiant. Regular maintenance sessions help delay premature aging and prolong the natural effects of advanced treatments, allowing for consistently clear, smooth, and glowing skin throughout the year.
Is there any downtime needed?
When it comes to laser treatments, there is optional social downtime according to your own preference – and no actual recovery downtime as with surgery.
Laser or microneedling will leave your skin pink and slightly puffy for a few hours up to a couple of days. However, most people find the redness significantly subsides, and it often resembles a mild sunburn for a few days—something most feel comfortable being seen with. This won’t disrupt your daily life. Just be sure to wear sunscreen to protect your skin. Your laser technician can recommend safe tinted sunscreens if you want to mask the pinkness.
For more intensive treatments, like fractional laser or photofacials, the redness may take a couple more days to fade. But even then, there’s no recovery downtime involved—only social downtime, which depends entirely on your comfort level with being seen. We recommend perhaps not scheduling major events or photoshoots in the week following your treatment, but again, this is about personal preference.
What Winnipeggers Are Getting from Their Skin Clinics
These treatments represent just a snapshot of what Winnipeg skin clinics are offering to meet the city’s growing demand for cosmetic skin care. New technology and access to it is allowing us to have skin our parents only dreamed of.
From long-term hair removal to advanced acne treatments and anti-aging solutions, advanced, noninvasive skin care is at the forefront of procedures that provide real results.