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Montreal has a lot to be proud of – some of the most spectacular music festivals and even the world’s largest comedy festival, the Parc du-Mont Royal, being a chic metropolitan merger of European and North American cultures, and the epic poutine to name a few. But it also has a place of honor in skin care as the home of GM Collin, a premier professional skin care brand that’s spread healthier skin across North America. What&rsqu...

There are a few basic skin care rules we all know we should be following – one is to cleanse twice a day, one is to moisturize, and the last one is to wear sunscreen. But let’s be real, how many of us actually wear sunscreen daily? Apparently only 13.5%, according to a survey published in Archives of Dermatological Research. We all know that sunscreen is important for protecting our skin’s health and preventing aging, so why don...

We all know how rushed the mornings can be, and let’s be honest, it’s hard to find the time for a full skin care routine when you’re trying to get out the door on time. For many of us, that means we end up sacrificing our skin’s health for a busy schedule. But guess who else struggles with busy mornings? Skin care researchers. That’s why they’re endlessly exploring multifunctional products that make it easier a...

You may not realize it but acids are staples in skin care. Depending on the particular acid and how it’s used, they can help cleanse your skin, clear away dead skin cells on the surface, clear blocked pores, and more. But different types of acids work differently on your skin. While you might have heard of the acids AHAs and BHAs, there’s another group you probably haven’t heard about: PHAs. What Are PHAs? PHAs are polyhydroxy a...

You probably know us at Skin Elite as your friendly skin care experts or the place where you get all your quality skin care products. But did you know we carry top notch makeup products too? We know your best beauty comes from a combination of skin health and skillful makeup, and we’re here to make it all easier. On that note, let’s talk about one of the most frustrating parts of makeup: spending time getting it just right but then ne...