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The latest winter 2025 issue of @montecristo_mag just dropped, and we see a familiar name in it!

Dr. Li shared her perspectives and insights on platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatments - its science, uses, safety and much more.

Read the full piece in a copy of yours this holiday season.

The latest winter 2025 issue of @montecristo_mag just dropped, and we see a familiar name in it!

Dr. Li shared her perspectives and insights on platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatments - its science, uses, safety and much more.

Read the full piece in a copy of yours this holiday season.

#ThrowbackThursday

Dr. Li was in Seoul earlier for the @koreaderma_official 2025 meeting, sharing insights and perspectives on microneedling and non-surgical body contouring techniques and best practices.

Grateful and honoured to be invited to speak alongside many globally-renowned colleagues, reunite with dear friends, and be part of international knowledge translation efforts to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Some captures from the conference!

#ThrowbackThursday

Dr. Li was in Seoul earlier for the @koreaderma_official 2025 meeting, sharing insights and perspectives on microneedling and non-surgical body contouring techniques and best practices.

Grateful and honoured to be invited to speak alongside many globally-renowned colleagues, reunite with dear friends, and be part of international knowledge translation efforts to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Some captures from the conference!

Did you know that the pulsed dye laser can be used for a variety of common skin conditions?

Excess redness can be helped!

Ask us at your next appointment to discuss how our Vbeam® pulsed dye laser can support your skin complexion journey.

Did you know that the pulsed dye laser can be used for a variety of common skin conditions?

Excess redness can be helped!

Ask us at your next appointment to discuss how our Vbeam® pulsed dye laser can support your skin complexion journey.

The countdown is on to the holidays!

Join family gatherings, work parties and social events looking refreshed and feeling confident, with a thoughtfully timed approach to treating lines and wrinkles.

Speak to us so we can help make the festivities, just a little smoother 🎄

The countdown is on to the holidays!

Join family gatherings, work parties and social events looking refreshed and feeling confident, with a thoughtfully timed approach to treating lines and wrinkles.

Speak to us so we can help make the festivities, just a little smoother 🎄

Dr. Li once again joins the fabulous @dr.lisaakintilo, host of @siriusxm Doctor Radio Show, last month for a further discussion on microneedling.

Here’s a segment summarizing what microneedling can do and treat, and why it’s a go-to treatment for many patients.

Head to the channel’s app for the full show!

Dr. Li once again joins the fabulous @dr.lisaakintilo, host of @siriusxm Doctor Radio Show, last month for a further discussion on microneedling.

Here’s a segment summarizing what microneedling can do and treat, and why it’s a go-to treatment for many patients.

Head to the channel’s app for the full show!

‘Tis the season to be merry…

…and merry we were at our 2025 team holiday dinner!

‘Tis the season to be merry…

…and merry we were at our 2025 team holiday dinner!

What better time to be able to avoid the sun post-laser treatment, than in Raincouver during the winter season?

#IYKYK 😅☔️

What better time to be able to avoid the sun post-laser treatment, than in Raincouver during the winter season?

#IYKYK 😅☔️

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

And just like that, another @asdsmembers annual meeting in the books!

Whirlwind hop to Chicago to co-chair the session, “What’s new and what works: Global perspectives on microneedling and RF microneedling” early Saturday morning, with the queen of laser Dr. Tina Alster.

And global it was! Thank you to our esteemed expert faculty for traveling around the world to join us, sharing bedside experiences and innovative approaches to treat both cosmetic and medical skin concerns of patients of all skin hues.

Of course, the meeting would not be complete without cherished reunions with mentors, work sisters and friends - #fullheart 🫶🏻

And just like that, another @asdsmembers annual meeting in the books!

Whirlwind hop to Chicago to co-chair the session, “What’s new and what works: Global perspectives on microneedling and RF microneedling” early Saturday morning, with the queen of laser Dr. Tina Alster.

And global it was! Thank you to our esteemed expert faculty for traveling around the world to join us, sharing bedside experiences and innovative approaches to treat both cosmetic and medical skin concerns of patients of all skin hues.

Of course, the meeting would not be complete without cherished reunions with mentors, work sisters and friends - #fullheart 🫶🏻

Dr. Li joined Michelle Eliot, host of the @cbcradiocanada BC Today show, live last month, to address the growing popularity of cosmetic treatments and answer listeners’ questions on the topic.

To watch: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Lbvg_vfTtMs&list=PLd9pLwfvcsdQcaFM_gsmmDRgM0J9CcAT6

To listen, on-demand:
https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-4-bc-today/clip/16176487-what-increasing-popularity-optional-cosmetic-medicall-procedures

Thank you for this important and timely conversation, and for having me on the show!

Dr. Li joined Michelle Eliot, host of the @cbcradiocanada BC Today show, live last month, to address the growing popularity of cosmetic treatments and answer listeners’ questions on the topic.

To watch: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=Lbvg_vfTtMs&list=PLd9pLwfvcsdQcaFM_gsmmDRgM0J9CcAT6

To listen, on-demand:
https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-4-bc-today/clip/16176487-what-increasing-popularity-optional-cosmetic-medicall-procedures

Thank you for this important and timely conversation, and for having me on the show!

Evening routine perplexity? Layer up before some beauty rest!

Evening routine perplexity? Layer up before some beauty rest!

See you next week, Chicago!

Dr. Li will be co-chairing “What’s New and What Works: Global Perspectives on Microneedling and RF Microneedling”, on Saturday, November 15, at the annual American Society for Dermatologic Surgery meeting.

She is joined by a global panel of esteemed colleagues, alongside her co-chair Dr. Tina Alster of Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery:

Dr. Boncheol Leo Goo - South Korea 🇰🇷
Dr. Jaishree Sharad - India 🇮🇳
Dr. Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha - Thailand 🇹🇭

See you next week, Chicago!

Dr. Li will be co-chairing “What’s New and What Works: Global Perspectives on Microneedling and RF Microneedling”, on Saturday, November 15, at the annual American Society for Dermatologic Surgery meeting.

She is joined by a global panel of esteemed colleagues, alongside her co-chair Dr. Tina Alster of Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery:

Dr. Boncheol Leo Goo - South Korea 🇰🇷
Dr. Jaishree Sharad - India 🇮🇳
Dr. Rungsima Wanitphakdeedecha - Thailand 🇹🇭

You’ve been incredible, @koreaderma_official!

The colleagues, the innovations, the energy and the culture - Dr. Li was thrilled to be part of this leading cosmetic dermatology meeting in Asia, representing Canada as one of 185 expert speakers from 48 countries.

Thank you to Drs. Oh, Cho and Lee for the invitation to be part of your prestigious summit - we are deeply honoured.

Until next time! 🫰🏻

You’ve been incredible, @koreaderma_official!

The colleagues, the innovations, the energy and the culture - Dr. Li was thrilled to be part of this leading cosmetic dermatology meeting in Asia, representing Canada as one of 185 expert speakers from 48 countries.

Thank you to Drs. Oh, Cho and Lee for the invitation to be part of your prestigious summit - we are deeply honoured.

Until next time! 🫰🏻

Laser season is in full swing - today we highlight the PicoWay® laser.

Speak to us at your next visit to explore the versatility and effects of picosecond laser technology on long-term skin complexion and texture goals.

Laser season is in full swing - today we highlight the PicoWay® laser.

Speak to us at your next visit to explore the versatility and effects of picosecond laser technology on long-term skin complexion and texture goals.

“We gather tonight in celebrating 30 years of the BC Women’s Health Foundation. As Past Chair for these last two years, committee member since 2019, and a current Board member, I’ve witnessed first-hand the extraordinary impact of the Foundation and Glow Gala as we shape the future of women’s health in our province, and beyond.

Together, we have funded the breast milk bank, expanded life-saving care for fragile newborns in the NICU, advanced menopause resources, and improved access to the specialized care women deserve.

These are trailblazing milestones that set BC Women’s apart, not just in British Columbia, but across Canada. And they are a testament not only to the vision of those who established the Foundation and Glow, but also to each of you who continue to support it today.

We are also deeply grateful to the sponsors who make Glow shine so brightly. Many have stood alongside us year after year, helping to build the foundation for what comes next.”

What’s next as the focus of this weekend is the building of the first perinatal mental health stabilization unit in North America.

We pay it forward by giving back. It is this shared belief - that women’s health is the foundation of strong families and communities - where hope, vision and change is born.

My heartfelt gratitude to @callywesson_, the @bcwomensfdn team, this year’s Glow Gala Chair Dr. Genieve Burley, our mighty Glow Gala Committee, our volunteers, the @tenorsmusic for returning to celebrate this milestone with their electrifying performance, @fredabouttown for his stellar and signature magic, @soniasunger for her emcee excellence and all our corporate partners, with my personal thanks to:

@loreal.canada @skinceuticals @skinbettercanada
@kenvue @aveenoca @neutrogenaca
@galderma
@eucerin_ca
@pierre.fabre.group @avene @ducraycanada
@pfizerca
#SearchlightPharma
@metropointedental
@proctergamble

$𝟏.𝟏 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝!
We did it, again. Together.

“We gather tonight in celebrating 30 years of the BC Women’s Health Foundation. As Past Chair for these last two years, committee member since 2019, and a current Board member, I’ve witnessed first-hand the extraordinary impact of the Foundation and Glow Gala as we shape the future of women’s health in our province, and beyond.

Together, we have funded the breast milk bank, expanded life-saving care for fragile newborns in the NICU, advanced menopause resources, and improved access to the specialized care women deserve.

These are trailblazing milestones that set BC Women’s apart, not just in British Columbia, but across Canada. And they are a testament not only to the vision of those who established the Foundation and Glow, but also to each of you who continue to support it today.

We are also deeply grateful to the sponsors who make Glow shine so brightly. Many have stood alongside us year after year, helping to build the foundation for what comes next.”

What’s next as the focus of this weekend is the building of the first perinatal mental health stabilization unit in North America.

We pay it forward by giving back. It is this shared belief - that women’s health is the foundation of strong families and communities - where hope, vision and change is born.

My heartfelt gratitude to @callywesson_, the @bcwomensfdn team, this year’s Glow Gala Chair Dr. Genieve Burley, our mighty Glow Gala Committee, our volunteers, the @tenorsmusic for returning to celebrate this milestone with their electrifying performance, @fredabouttown for his stellar and signature magic, @soniasunger for her emcee excellence and all our corporate partners, with my personal thanks to:

@loreal.canada @skinceuticals @skinbettercanada
@kenvue @aveenoca @neutrogenaca
@galderma
@eucerin_ca
@pierre.fabre.group @avene @ducraycanada
@pfizerca
#SearchlightPharma
@metropointedental
@proctergamble

$𝟏.𝟏 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝!
We did it, again. Together.

Laser season is upon us again!

Speak to us at your next visit to explore how vascular (pulsed dye) laser treatments can be personalized to your skin goals, and be part of a long-term skin complexion program.

Laser season is upon us again!

Speak to us at your next visit to explore how vascular (pulsed dye) laser treatments can be personalized to your skin goals, and be part of a long-term skin complexion program.

Deoxycholic acid - in a commercially available formulation called Kybella® in the US and Belkyra™ in Canada - is indicated for reduction of double chin.

Recently, posts on this treatment amongst young adults on social media drew substantial attention, chronicling a dramatic recovery phase post-injection.

Writer Marina Urman of @boredpanda interviewed Dr. Li on her thoughts and experiences with this treatment.

For the full article: https://www.boredpanda.com/what-is-kybella-and-why-is-the-recovery-so-extreme/

Deoxycholic acid - in a commercially available formulation called Kybella® in the US and Belkyra™ in Canada - is indicated for reduction of double chin.

Recently, posts on this treatment amongst young adults on social media drew substantial attention, chronicling a dramatic recovery phase post-injection.

Writer Marina Urman of @boredpanda interviewed Dr. Li on her thoughts and experiences with this treatment.

For the full article: https://www.boredpanda.com/what-is-kybella-and-why-is-the-recovery-so-extreme/

Two weeks to go!

Our very own Dr. Li is honoured to be invited as faculty at @koreaderma_official 2025, the leading international dermatology congress hosted by the Association of Korean Dermatologists.

She will be giving two lectures and chairing a session at the meeting:

👩🏻‍⚕️Deoxycholic acid: Beyond submental fat reduction (Speaker)
👩🏻‍⚕️Advances in mechanical microneedling: Research update and clinical pearls (Speaker)
👩🏻‍⚕️RF Microneedling (Chairperson)

Wishing her all the best as she represents Canada amongst 48 countries featuring 185 esteemed colleagues from around the world!

INSTAGRAM: @koreaderma_official
FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/41Icv6E
WEBSITE: https://www.koreaderma.org/

Two weeks to go!

Our very own Dr. Li is honoured to be invited as faculty at @koreaderma_official 2025, the leading international dermatology congress hosted by the Association of Korean Dermatologists.

She will be giving two lectures and chairing a session at the meeting:

👩🏻‍⚕️Deoxycholic acid: Beyond submental fat reduction (Speaker)
👩🏻‍⚕️Advances in mechanical microneedling: Research update and clinical pearls (Speaker)
👩🏻‍⚕️RF Microneedling (Chairperson)

Wishing her all the best as she represents Canada amongst 48 countries featuring 185 esteemed colleagues from around the world!

INSTAGRAM: @koreaderma_official
FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/41Icv6E
WEBSITE: https://www.koreaderma.org/

Dr. Li returned to the @siriusxm Doctor Radio Show a few weeks ago, to answer some questions from listeners. We’ve included a short segment debunking “clean beauty” in skincare.

Always a pleasure to be on air with @dr.lisaakintilo - the most effervescent and gracious host!

The dynamic duo returns again tomorrow - catch them live on air, from 3 pm-5 pm PST.

Dr. Li returned to the @siriusxm Doctor Radio Show a few weeks ago, to answer some questions from listeners. We’ve included a short segment debunking “clean beauty” in skincare.

Always a pleasure to be on air with @dr.lisaakintilo - the most effervescent and gracious host!

The dynamic duo returns again tomorrow - catch them live on air, from 3 pm-5 pm PST.

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: Google review)

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: Google review)

Speaking at the @skinsummit this past weekend, alongside esteemed, like-minded colleagues across Canada. What pleasure and inspiration!

The future is bright, and the future is skin health for all.

Speaking at the @skinsummit this past weekend, alongside esteemed, like-minded colleagues across Canada. What pleasure and inspiration!

The future is bright, and the future is skin health for all.

Did you see a familiar face this past Saturday in the weekend edition of @thevancouversun ?

Dr. Li was interviewed on the topic of at-home red light therapy - increasingly popular amongst consumers and available in masks, wands, and lamps - including its mechanism, safety, applications plus more.

Missed the story in print? The story can be read online:

https://vancouversun.com/life/fashion-beauty/what-you-should-know-about-red-light-therapy-at-home

A pleasure again to work with @aleesha_h - another excellent and timely piece!

Did you see a familiar face this past Saturday in the weekend edition of @thevancouversun ?

Dr. Li was interviewed on the topic of at-home red light therapy - increasingly popular amongst consumers and available in masks, wands, and lamps - including its mechanism, safety, applications plus more.

Missed the story in print? The story can be read online:

https://vancouversun.com/life/fashion-beauty/what-you-should-know-about-red-light-therapy-at-home

A pleasure again to work with @aleesha_h - another excellent and timely piece!

One month to go!

Proud and honoured to be part of the @bcwomensfdn Glow Gala since 2019, having contributed to worthy causes including expanding the provincial breast milk bank, procuring needed neonatal intensive care unit equipment, developing menopause + midlife women’s health programs and resources, and this year, 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚.

Join us to champion and advance women’s + newborn health in our communities, AND celebrating our 30th anniversary: Glow Gala 2025 on October 24!

One month to go!

Proud and honoured to be part of the @bcwomensfdn Glow Gala since 2019, having contributed to worthy causes including expanding the provincial breast milk bank, procuring needed neonatal intensive care unit equipment, developing menopause + midlife women’s health programs and resources, and this year, 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚.

Join us to champion and advance women’s + newborn health in our communities, AND celebrating our 30th anniversary: Glow Gala 2025 on October 24!

#AboutLastWeek - out of office and not having fun at all!

Filming at the 2025 @eadv_ Congress in Paris, with @avene

#AboutLastWeek - out of office and not having fun at all!

Filming at the 2025 @eadv_ Congress in Paris, with @avene

Last week, Dr. Li was part of a multi-nation dermatologist delegation with @avene representing Canada - travelling to Toulouse, Avène and finishing strong at the @eadv_ 2025 Congress in Paris.

It was inspiring to learn about its parent company, @pierre.fabre.group and its humble pharmacy roots and respect of nature in its ingredient discovery and formulation development.

The company is 86% owned by the Pierre Fabre Foundation, and is a government-recognized, public-interest organization.

Dr. Li stayed at the @Avene hotel and experienced the connected Hydrotherapy Centre, where patients can receive 3-weeks cycled treatment with its mineral-rich water, for various common inflammatory skin ailments such as eczema and psoriasis.

Did you know that a Thermal Spring Water bottle is sold every 3 seconds around the world, with its mineral water sourced after up to 150 years of natural refinement?

Dr. Li was further impressed by @avene vast plant collection, its R&D centre and its headquarters, and took the Oncopole cable car built for its local hospital patients and university students - highlighting the company’s commitment to serving and giving back to its community.

Incredible gratitude to the Canadian and @aveneusa team for their hospitality, and to ongoing partnership, renewed friendship and global knowledge exchange!

Behind every company is a story - thank you @avene for the opportunity to learn, reflect, bring insights back to support our patients, and be a part of it in our own professional journey.

Last week, Dr. Li was part of a multi-nation dermatologist delegation with @avene representing Canada - travelling to Toulouse, Avène and finishing strong at the @eadv_ 2025 Congress in Paris.

It was inspiring to learn about its parent company, @pierre.fabre.group and its humble pharmacy roots and respect of nature in its ingredient discovery and formulation development.

The company is 86% owned by the Pierre Fabre Foundation, and is a government-recognized, public-interest organization.

Dr. Li stayed at the @Avene hotel and experienced the connected Hydrotherapy Centre, where patients can receive 3-weeks cycled treatment with its mineral-rich water, for various common inflammatory skin ailments such as eczema and psoriasis.

Did you know that a Thermal Spring Water bottle is sold every 3 seconds around the world, with its mineral water sourced after up to 150 years of natural refinement?

Dr. Li was further impressed by @avene vast plant collection, its R&D centre and its headquarters, and took the Oncopole cable car built for its local hospital patients and university students - highlighting the company’s commitment to serving and giving back to its community.

Incredible gratitude to the Canadian and @aveneusa team for their hospitality, and to ongoing partnership, renewed friendship and global knowledge exchange!

Behind every company is a story - thank you @avene for the opportunity to learn, reflect, bring insights back to support our patients, and be a part of it in our own professional journey.

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐘

Moisturizer with sunscreen SPF is a popular 2-in-1 product for many - what are some important characteristics to consider with its selection and use?

Dr. Li was featured in recent press and shared insights on the specifics of hydration + protection, in one formulation.

Wonderful piece and interview with @ingriewilliams and @emilymacculloch

Read the full article: https://vitamagazine.com/2025/09/04/combo-deal-how-to-wear-skincare-with-spf-safely/

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐘

Moisturizer with sunscreen SPF is a popular 2-in-1 product for many - what are some important characteristics to consider with its selection and use?

Dr. Li was featured in recent press and shared insights on the specifics of hydration + protection, in one formulation.

Wonderful piece and interview with @ingriewilliams and @emilymacculloch

Read the full article: https://vitamagazine.com/2025/09/04/combo-deal-how-to-wear-skincare-with-spf-safely/

Morning routine woes? Just one step at a time!

Morning routine woes? Just one step at a time!

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

Honoured to return (8 years and counting!) as faculty to the annual 2025 Skin Spectrum Summit, in Toronto, on October 3-4, 2025.

Dr. Li will be speaking on:

👆🏼Deoxycholic acid treatment: Beyond submental fat reduction in diverse patients
✌🏽Cosmetic injectables for skin of colour: Approaches and considerations

Looking forward to being part of the meeting once again with key ethnodermatology colleagues across Canada!

Honoured to return (8 years and counting!) as faculty to the annual 2025 Skin Spectrum Summit, in Toronto, on October 3-4, 2025.

Dr. Li will be speaking on:

👆🏼Deoxycholic acid treatment: Beyond submental fat reduction in diverse patients
✌🏽Cosmetic injectables for skin of colour: Approaches and considerations

Looking forward to being part of the meeting once again with key ethnodermatology colleagues across Canada!

Effective September 1, the European Union (EU) has banned TPO in gel polishes.

Dr. Li was asked to weigh in on the safety and science on the breaking story and topic - aired last night nationally on 6 pm news.

Some key points at this time:

1. TPO is a photoinitiator that ‘cures’ or hardens the gel nail with UV or LED exposure.
2. Animal studies using substantial dose exposure showed negative male reproductive concerns, but this has not been evaluated in humans.
3. Regular nail polish does not contain TPO.
4. The ban from the EU takes a hazard-based approach (based on assessing the inherent properties of an ingredient).
5. There are alternatives available at nail salons from popular brands (and we may see more as brands choose to reformulate to provide greater, globally-compliant options) that are TPO-free - just ask!
6. More real-world exposure data and research on humans are needed to more fully understand the risk potential to guide regulatory decisions.
7. What we do know is that repeated and cumulative exposure to UV used to cure gel polish has been scientifically shown to increase skin cancer risk - protective measures include applying SPF; wearing a dark, opaque glove with finger-tip cut-outs; or altogether choosing powder or LED-hardened gel manicures.

For the full segment: https://www.ctvnews.ca/video/2025/09/03/ctv-national-news-experts-raise-concerns-over-common-nail-polish-chemical/

Effective September 1, the European Union (EU) has banned TPO in gel polishes.

Dr. Li was asked to weigh in on the safety and science on the breaking story and topic - aired last night nationally on 6 pm news.

Some key points at this time:

1. TPO is a photoinitiator that ‘cures’ or hardens the gel nail with UV or LED exposure.
2. Animal studies using substantial dose exposure showed negative male reproductive concerns, but this has not been evaluated in humans.
3. Regular nail polish does not contain TPO.
4. The ban from the EU takes a hazard-based approach (based on assessing the inherent properties of an ingredient).
5. There are alternatives available at nail salons from popular brands (and we may see more as brands choose to reformulate to provide greater, globally-compliant options) that are TPO-free - just ask!
6. More real-world exposure data and research on humans are needed to more fully understand the risk potential to guide regulatory decisions.
7. What we do know is that repeated and cumulative exposure to UV used to cure gel polish has been scientifically shown to increase skin cancer risk - protective measures include applying SPF; wearing a dark, opaque glove with finger-tip cut-outs; or altogether choosing powder or LED-hardened gel manicures.

For the full segment: https://www.ctvnews.ca/video/2025/09/03/ctv-national-news-experts-raise-concerns-over-common-nail-polish-chemical/

This week, it’s back to school for many, and also a time to return to routines.

When it comes to a skincare regimen, it’s not one-size-fits-all, and a simple yet curated approach is key, especially for young skin.

Dr. Li was interviewed by @cbckidsca earlier this summer, on her thoughts on building a skincare routine that is effective yet gentle, to support healthy, radiant skin in younger individuals.

https://www.cbc.ca/kidsnews/post/watch-what-a-new-study-has-to-say-about-tiktok-skincare-advice

This week, it’s back to school for many, and also a time to return to routines.

When it comes to a skincare regimen, it’s not one-size-fits-all, and a simple yet curated approach is key, especially for young skin.

Dr. Li was interviewed by @cbckidsca earlier this summer, on her thoughts on building a skincare routine that is effective yet gentle, to support healthy, radiant skin in younger individuals.

https://www.cbc.ca/kidsnews/post/watch-what-a-new-study-has-to-say-about-tiktok-skincare-advice

Think there is a lesser twin? Think again.

There’s no other but Ultherapy®.

Think there is a lesser twin? Think again.

There’s no other but Ultherapy®.

Only two months to go!

I am proud and humbled to serve as Past Chair of the 2025 @bcwomensfdn Glow Gala - raising funds to build not only the 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 perinatal mental health stabilization unit in North America, but also to celebrate 30 years (and counting!) of the tireless efforts and achievements of the BC Women’s Health Foundation.

Of the many to express deep gratitude, a personal shout-out to these partners for their incredible (and many returning) corporate philanthropy:

@lorealgroupe @loreal.canada @skinceuticals
@kenvue @neutrogenacanada @aveenoca
@galderma
@eucerin_ca @beiersdorf
Searchlight Pharma
@avene @ducraycanada @pierre.fabre.group
@metropointedental
@proctergamble @headandshoulders

Looking forward to a meaningful evening and cause then!

Only two months to go!

I am proud and humbled to serve as Past Chair of the 2025 @bcwomensfdn Glow Gala - raising funds to build not only the 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 perinatal mental health stabilization unit in North America, but also to celebrate 30 years (and counting!) of the tireless efforts and achievements of the BC Women’s Health Foundation.

Of the many to express deep gratitude, a personal shout-out to these partners for their incredible (and many returning) corporate philanthropy:

@lorealgroupe @loreal.canada @skinceuticals
@kenvue @neutrogenacanada @aveenoca
@galderma
@eucerin_ca @beiersdorf
Searchlight Pharma
@avene @ducraycanada @pierre.fabre.group
@metropointedental
@proctergamble @headandshoulders

Looking forward to a meaningful evening and cause then!

What’s 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚 hydrating?
𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚 velvety?
𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚 functional?

Unboxing the newest kid on the (skincare) block…

What’s 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚 hydrating?
𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚 velvety?
𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚 functional?

Unboxing the newest kid on the (skincare) block…

A skin #PSA, with thanks to @ctvnews

Far more common - and often enduring - is resultant scarring and dyspigmentation.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/article/do-not-pop-a-pimple-dermatologist-says-after-viral-tiktok-case/

Bottomline: don’t pop pimples, it’s not worth it!

A skin #PSA, with thanks to @ctvnews

Far more common - and often enduring - is resultant scarring and dyspigmentation.

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/article/do-not-pop-a-pimple-dermatologist-says-after-viral-tiktok-case/

Bottomline: don’t pop pimples, it’s not worth it!

As a returning adjudication committee member of the Canadian Skin of Colour Diversity & Research Scholarship program - sponsored by @pfizercanada and supported by @skinsummit - I’m excited to share the call for proposals for 2025.

Submit your research idea by September 2 and champion change!

Visit skinofcolourscholarship.com to learn more.

As a returning adjudication committee member of the Canadian Skin of Colour Diversity & Research Scholarship program - sponsored by @pfizercanada and supported by @skinsummit - I’m excited to share the call for proposals for 2025.

Submit your research idea by September 2 and champion change!

Visit skinofcolourscholarship.com to learn more.

(𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐇) 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐕𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐈

Dr. Li shared her thoughts on the unsung and widely featured skincare hero ingredient: niacinamide.

Read on to learn more about how it works, its effects, optimal concentration, how to integrate into a skincare routine, and more.

https://www.noovomoi.ca/style-et-maison/beaute/tout-savoir-sur-niacinamide-et-produits-coup-coeur.html

(𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐇) 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐕𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐈

Dr. Li shared her thoughts on the unsung and widely featured skincare hero ingredient: niacinamide.

Read on to learn more about how it works, its effects, optimal concentration, how to integrate into a skincare routine, and more.

https://www.noovomoi.ca/style-et-maison/beaute/tout-savoir-sur-niacinamide-et-produits-coup-coeur.html

Neuromodulators (such as Botox® and Xeomin®) can be used for:

💉Periorbital (around the eyes) wrinkles
💉Glabellar (frown) wrinkles
💉Forehead wrinkles
💉Platysmal prominence (neck bands)

Additional targeted treatment areas can help to contour the face and jawline, reduce dimpling of the chin, and even slim the shoulders (“Barbie-Tox”) or calf muscles.

Whether as a preventative, active or maintenance treatment, its benefit for many is fundamental in a long-term, customized, positive aging strategy.

Speak to us at your next visit to learn more.

Neuromodulators (such as Botox® and Xeomin®) can be used for:

💉Periorbital (around the eyes) wrinkles
💉Glabellar (frown) wrinkles
💉Forehead wrinkles
💉Platysmal prominence (neck bands)

Additional targeted treatment areas can help to contour the face and jawline, reduce dimpling of the chin, and even slim the shoulders (“Barbie-Tox”) or calf muscles.

Whether as a preventative, active or maintenance treatment, its benefit for many is fundamental in a long-term, customized, positive aging strategy.

Speak to us at your next visit to learn more.

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

#FlashbackFriday

…at the Vancouver Aquarium, pre-launching an innovative skincare formulation and positive-aging concept. Stay tuned, Canada!

#FlashbackFriday

…at the Vancouver Aquarium, pre-launching an innovative skincare formulation and positive-aging concept. Stay tuned, Canada!

It’s a microneedling kind of a Monday…

It’s a microneedling kind of a Monday…

Wondering why your skin just isn’t skinning lately?

Talk to us about your routine (or more) at your next visit - we can help.

Wondering why your skin just isn’t skinning lately?

Talk to us about your routine (or more) at your next visit - we can help.

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐍𝐔𝐕𝐎 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐙𝐈𝐍𝐄

Have you heard of these trendy and new(-ish) skincare ingredients?

✨ Exosomes
✨ Bisabolol
✨ Polyhydroxy acids (PHAs)
✨ Peptides
✨ Hypochlorous acid

Dr. Li was recently interviewed to share insights about them and their use, for @nuvomag.

https://nuvomagazine.com/daily-edit/the-next-wave-of-buzzy-skin-care-ingredients

Thank you Emily for the interview and for your timely piece!

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐍𝐔𝐕𝐎 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐙𝐈𝐍𝐄

Have you heard of these trendy and new(-ish) skincare ingredients?

✨ Exosomes
✨ Bisabolol
✨ Polyhydroxy acids (PHAs)
✨ Peptides
✨ Hypochlorous acid

Dr. Li was recently interviewed to share insights about them and their use, for @nuvomag.

https://nuvomagazine.com/daily-edit/the-next-wave-of-buzzy-skin-care-ingredients

Thank you Emily for the interview and for your timely piece!

Weekend ready!

Weekend ready!

What’s our 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐰 secret?

💧A sprinkle of microdroplet hydration booster
🍊A splash of vitamin C
☀️A slop of sunscreen (1 teaspoon for the face + neck, to be precise)

….and where 1+1 equals 3 in synergistic skin barrier, brightening and beautifying benefits.

What’s our 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐰 secret?

💧A sprinkle of microdroplet hydration booster
🍊A splash of vitamin C
☀️A slop of sunscreen (1 teaspoon for the face + neck, to be precise)

….and where 1+1 equals 3 in synergistic skin barrier, brightening and beautifying benefits.

Last year, concerns about the long-term safety of benzoyl peroxide - a widely-used, scientifically-proven, and cost-effective skincare ingredient - for acne management was raised.

There remains ongoing evaluation and surveillance by a number of dermatologists worldwide, to navigate how to continue helping (and educating) patients with acne so they can benefit from use of this high-yield active.

With my research team, we weighed in on the topic, publishing our findings and perspectives in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology earlier this month.

Congratulations to this fabulous group of #WomenInSTEM!

Last year, concerns about the long-term safety of benzoyl peroxide - a widely-used, scientifically-proven, and cost-effective skincare ingredient - for acne management was raised.

There remains ongoing evaluation and surveillance by a number of dermatologists worldwide, to navigate how to continue helping (and educating) patients with acne so they can benefit from use of this high-yield active.

With my research team, we weighed in on the topic, publishing our findings and perspectives in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology earlier this month.

Congratulations to this fabulous group of #WomenInSTEM!

Approaches to wound care have advanced overtime to improve outcomes and scar management, including the use of targeted, therapeutic, topical strategies.

An honour to speak about this to primary care and dermatology colleagues across Canada, with thanks to @avene and the @pierre.Fabre.group for supporting the educational initiative and for innovations in this space.

Approaches to wound care have advanced overtime to improve outcomes and scar management, including the use of targeted, therapeutic, topical strategies.

An honour to speak about this to primary care and dermatology colleagues across Canada, with thanks to @avene and the @pierre.Fabre.group for supporting the educational initiative and for innovations in this space.

ASMR for one of our favourite, go-to, lightweight summer moisturizer!

Did we mention it’s also our July product of the month? 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏽🙋🏿

ASMR for one of our favourite, go-to, lightweight summer moisturizer!

Did we mention it’s also our July product of the month? 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏽🙋🏿

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

Dear Patient, thank you for the 💛!
(Source: RateMDs review)

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐄

With a growing number of whole body deodorants available in the market, Dr. Li recently shared her thoughts on the topic with @chatelainemag.

From sprays, balms to creams - Dr. Li breaks down common queries on this product category, just in time for the summer heat - with writer Andrea Yu.

Not sure what to do? Read on…and don’t sweat it!

https://chatelaine.com/health/all-body-deodorant/

𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓: 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐄

With a growing number of whole body deodorants available in the market, Dr. Li recently shared her thoughts on the topic with @chatelainemag.

From sprays, balms to creams - Dr. Li breaks down common queries on this product category, just in time for the summer heat - with writer Andrea Yu.

Not sure what to do? Read on…and don’t sweat it!

https://chatelaine.com/health/all-body-deodorant/

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