One of the best things about the world of skincare is that something new is always on the horizon. And while novelty and choice can be exciting, it’s also overwhelming for many. The same goes for skin treatments. Visit any clinic or spa and you’ll be met with a laundry list of options: radiofrequency microneedling, platelet-rich plasma injections, fractional lasers…the list goes on.  It’s enough to baffle even the most seasoned skincare aficionado.

Luckily, if you’ve done your homework, the benefits (i.e. visible results) can greatly outweigh the drawbacks (confusing!). From high-tech non-invasive treatments to personalized services, we’ve rounded up the top medi-spas and beauty clinics to visit in Toronto to get your skin looking brand new.

The Clinica

 

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Walk into either of The Clinica’s Yonge St locations and you’ll be met with the dreamiest of interiors. The very Instagrammable palette of cream and millennial pink is sure to elicit “oohs” and “aahs”, but it’s the impressive roster of high-end facials that will keep you coming back.  The signature Miracle Cocktail treatment (from $499) is an absolute must-try, featuring a personalized formula with topical Botox added to a microneedling facial. Other notable offerings include the viral Golden PRP (also known as the “Vampire Facial”), the HydraGlow for a vacuum-like cleanse and the PowerPeel for dead skin cell removal and sped-up collagen production.

4789 Yonge St., Unit 1214 and 2561 Yonge St., theclinica.ca

Sous La Face

 

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Home to the celeb-approved RRR facial, Sous La Face (which translates to “Beneath The Face” in French) is almost like Canada’s answer to FaceGym, but way cooler. Founder Amanda Jeppesen’s signature Radical Radiance Regime (from $229) uses a mixture of facial reflexology, jawline-sculpting buccal massage and micro-electrical currents to stimulate the facial muscles and rejuvenate the skin. Not only will you leave looking absolutely snatched, but you’ll feel amazing thanks to the release of tension headaches from jaw clenching. The space also offers a range of other treatments, including skin-tightening for face and body, collagen remodelling, cryotherapy, and more.

182 Davenport Rd., souslaface.com

FORM Face + Body

 

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If you’re looking to dive into the world of injectables, get treated by some of the best injectors and plastic surgeons in the city at FORM Face + Body. Helmed by Dr. Ron Somogyi and Dr. Waqqas Jalil, the space offers a range of surgical treatments including face lifts, brow lifts, breast augmentations and yes, even buccal fat removal. On the non-surgical side, treatments like neuromodulators ($11 a unit) and facial fillers (starting at $700) are performed with an expert hand to produce the most natural results.

20 Wynford Dr., Suite 316, formfacebody.ca

My Beauty Doctor

Headed by Dr. Leah Smith, My Beauty Doctor is all about providing medical aesthetic treatments in an easygoing and non-judgmental space. Scroll through the clinic’s IG page and you’ll get an idea of the lighthearted energy you’ll find at the space. MBD offers a range of facials (including the fab red carpet-inspired Fire + Ice facial), botox treatments and facial fillers, but the real star of the show is the skin-tightening Morpheus8 treatment (starting at $1200), which combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to stimulate new collagen production and reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks, fine lines and wrinkles on the face and body.

277 Davenport Rd., mybeautydoctor.ca

Compass Dermatology

Compass Dermatology, which was founded by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Sonya Cook and Dr. Julia Carroll in 2012, is one of Toronto’s most well-known clinics. The clinic offers a range of popular skin procedures, as well as lesser-known treatments such as hyperhidrosis treatment (botox to help curb underarm sweating) and a kegel chair (a non-surgical option to help with stress incontinence). For an instant skin pick-me-up, try out the JetPeel: a zero downtime resurfacing treatment that helps to eliminate waste from the skin and support its natural moisture barrier.

650 Mt Pleasant Rd., #8, compassdermatology.ca

Formula Fig

 

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Originally based in Vancouver and now located in Los Angeles and Toronto’s Ossington strip, Formula Fig provides some of the coolest facials and wellness treatments in the city. It’s also a feast for the eyes: enter the jade green space and you’ll be met with a brightly lit menu showcasing a selection of services, including a variety of 30-minute facials, stingers (aka Botox), and vitamin injections, among others. Don’t forget to peruse the shopping section on your way out: Formula Fig sells oodles of delightful beauty goodies from brands like Sangre De Fruta, Vintner’s Daughter, Okoko Cosmetics, Odacite and more.

50 Ossington Ave., formulafig.com

SKINBYVEE

 

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If needles aren’t quite your cup of tea, consider skipping the medical spa and paying a visit to master facialist Vee Mistry’s SKINBYVEE. The cozy studio space—which includes a heated treatment table and fluffy duvet—is blissfully relaxing. But the magic of this place isn’t built on vibes alone: Mistry’s tailor-made treatments and expert knowledge of the skin promise a pristine complexion for days. First-timers should try the 360 facial ($385) which combines a cocktail of active ingredients with facial tools and techniques like LED lights, microcurrent, gua sha and dermaplaning to target congestion, dehydration and hyperpigmentation.

18 Dupont St., skinbyvee.com

Hammam Spa by Céla

 

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You may have visited Hammam Spa by Céla for its signature massages and body treatments, but did you know the Bayview location offers plenty of medical aesthetic treatments, too? Working with cosmetic surgeon Dr. Sean Rice and SkinCeuticals, the space now offers everything from brightening, hydrating and acne-fighting medical grade facials to sculpting and non-invasive laser treatments and injectables.

2901 Bayview Ave., hammamspa.ca

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