COVID-19 Safe Operations

Keeping Patients & Staff Safe & Healthy During Unprecedented Times


Though many things have changed in our current pandemic environment, one thing has continued to be the same: our commitment to your health and safety.
Our patients play a particularly important role in maintaining a safe environment in the clinic. We have created a detailed list of new guidelines for you to follow when you come in for your appointment:
  • Please arrive for your appointment on time (no more than 10 minutes early).
  • Prior to entering the clinic, you will be asked some screening questions.
  • You will be asked to use hand sanitizer when you arrive.
  • We ask you to wear your personal mask inside the clinic.
  • No accompanying people (e.g. children, friends, or family), we ask you to come alone unless you need to be accompanied.
  • Leave all non-essential belongings in your vehicle (e.g. jackets, hats, large purses)
  • All our team is always going to wear masks and wear gloves during the appointment.
  • We will ask you to remove your shoes before entering the clinic. We will provide you with slippers at your request.
  • All clients are asked to maintain respectful distancing in waiting areas and in the clinical area.
  • Note that for the time being we would prefer that you refrain from using cash as a mode of payment.
If you have any questions regarding your upcoming appointment, please call us at 403-675-0018 to speak with out staff or e-mail us at info@artofskin.ca. We are more than happy to discuss any questions you may have.

Art of Skin

Cutting-Edge Dermatological Care, Laser And Cosmetic Surgery in Canmore, Alberta

Laser Hair Reduction

What Causes Excessive Hair Growth?

laser-hair-reductionExcessive hair growth occurs for many reasons, such as, hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth for an individual’s age, gender or race, or medical reasons, such as hormonal imbalances associated with hirsutism (male patterns of hair growth on a woman).

Men and women of any age can have unwanted, excessive hair. Facial hair on a woman or excessive body hair on either a man or woman may have a negative effect on a person’s self esteem and self confidence.

Treatment Options

If you do have excessive hair growth on any area of the body (including the face), it is important to have a dermatologist diagnose your hair condition to rule out medical causes for the hair growth. Your dermatologist will also recommend the appropriate treatment for your particular presentation and ensure that treatment is administered correctly.

Excessive or unwanted hair can be easily removed without constant shaving, plucking, waxing or rolling. Laser Hair Removal is one of the safest and most effective ways to permanently remove unwanted hair for both men and women.

At Art of SKIN Dermatology, Laser and Cosmetic Surgery, we use a variety of state-of-the-art laser and light energy devices for hair reduction,  including:

  • The Elite MPX Nd:YAG 1064
  • The Alexandrite 755
  • The Icon IPL

Laser / IPL hair removal is a safe and effective technique that works by deactivating the hair follicles with minimal stress on the skin. When used properly in the hands of, or under the guidance of, a skin specialist such as a dermatologist, it’s a safe and effective hair removal technique for most skin and hair types.

You don’t have to be bothered by unwanted hair any longer. Call Art of SKIN Dermatology, Laser and Cosmetic Surgery for a consultation. We will assess your skin type and suitability for hair removal treatment. We will discuss your options and come up with the best permanent hair removal plan for you.

Note that patients may be required to have a medical assessment of their hair growth condition with Dr. Lubitz prior to any laser treatment. If Dr. Lubitz suspects a potential medical cause for the hair growth, patients will need a referral from their physician for a medical consultation.