Tune in this Thursday, September 15 at 9 a.m. and see Dr. Ebrahim being interviewed by Fanny Keefer on the Studio Four television show. It should be a fun and interesting show.
ABOUT Afterglow
Afterglow is a full-service medi-spa, founded in 2005 by Dr. Shehla Ebrahim, a practising family physician. Dr. Ebrahim's passion for wellness and beauty - the underpinnings of self-confidence - has led to Afterglow's growing reputation as a respected provider of professional skincare services in the Greater Vancouver area. Although the medi-spa is situated in North Vancouver, it attracts clients from all over the province: a testament to the satisfaction of those who have experienced Dr. Ebrahim's professional and friendly manner as well as her technical ability.
COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS
The staff of Afterglow Medi-Spa believe strongly in corporate social responsibility. Our special role as health professionals enables us to give back to the communities in which we live, as well as to the world at large.
In 2002, Dr. Ebrahim travelled to Tibet to provide free medical services to the nomads of the eastern regions. In 2006, she climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for BC Children's Hospital.
In 2010 Dr. Ebrahim climbed to Mount Everest Base Camp with a mission to promote and support community-based education, especially for girls, in remote, underserviced and war stricken areas of Northern Pakistan. She believes that the best hope for a peaceful and prosperous world lies in the education of all the world's children.
In collaboration with the Central Asia Institute, a non-profit organization, Dr. Ebrahim has been donating 2% of the profits from Afterglow, since January, 2009.
In 2012 Afterglow entered into a partnership with Opportunity International, providing small business loans and more in the developing world.
Afterglow for Men
Now, the guys have their own treatment facility at Afterglow! Our unique men's skin care program will give you a firmer and smoother face and body and specializes in result-oriented solutions in a confidential and discreet atmosphere.
Dr. Shehla Ebrahim and her highly-trained staff offer the latest medical advancements in cosmetic medicine and skin care for men using state-of-the-art technology.
Take advantage of our men's skin care program today! Eliminate wrinkles, acne, excess body hair and age spots. Improve your looks and enhance your self-image...
We're in the news!
Our reputation is growing. The following article appeared in the March 2009 edition of Fashion Magazine:
Those looking to get that certain covetable glow might want to book a visit with Dr. Shehla Ebrahim at her fully licensed and medically supervised medi-spa in North Vancouver. Asian-influenced decor is the finishing touch on a relaxed, private and no-pressure environment, where informative Power Point presentations about Botox, photofacial and laser hair removal help set realistic expections and put clients at ease. Menopausal women wary of synthetic hormones can look into bioidentical hormone replacement therapy....
To calm any pre-procedure jitters, enjoy complimentary tea and nibble on chocolates as you wait."
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COLORESCIENCE AT AFTERGLOW
Effective April 1, 2009, Afterglow will offer the premier mineral makeup line Colorescience (pronounced Colour Science). This innovative line of cosmetics will give you a wonderfully natural look, with an added dimension of urban sophistication. Colorescience cosmetics will even your skin tone, cover imperfections, stay put and protect your skin all day long. We know you'll be thrilled by the contemporary packaging and outstanding colour range.
Spa Ethics
Of course you know all the dos and don'ts of attending a beauty services spa, but did you know that attending a medi-spa means the same small courtesies should be observed?
We want your visit to be as pleasurable as possible, so please read through this short list of requests before you attend your service appointment:
- Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment (so that you can enjoy a cup of tea and relax)
- Please call if you are running late so that we may reschedule your treatment.
- Cancellations require 24 hour notice for all treatments to avoid a charge of 50% of all treatments scheduled.
- As a courtesy to others, please ensure that mobile phones are set to vibrate only.
- We encourage you call us with any questions and concerns, no matter how trivial they may seem.
September 11, 2011
August 7, 2011
Ambleside Dermedics is now Open!
Ambleside Dermedics is open! Now Dr. Ebrahim has two locations ‘Bridging Wellness and Beauty’. In the heart of Ambleside, Dr. Ebrahim has opened her second clinic at: #22 – 285 17th Street at the corner of Marine Drive in West Vancouver. The new telephone number is:
(604)925-3376 (DERM).
Afterglow continues to operate in North Vancouver at the Westview Shopping Centre.
Ambleside Dermedics will accept referrals for general skin diseases covered by MSP through referring family physicians.
Dr. Ebrahim is pleased to welcome the following clinicians to Ambleside Dermedics:
- Dr. Jennifer Rodrigues, a registered Clinical Psychologist will be offering counseling services including Mindfulness -Based Therapy for depression and anxiety.
- Ms. Lubna Allana, a registered Physiotherapist specializing in Bio Feedback for urinary incontinence
- Dr. Colin Yong and Dr. Roxane Genot will be joining Dr. Ebrahim in offering medical aesthetic services including Botox and fillers as well as Ultherapy, a revolutionary ultrasound non-surgical procedure for neck and brow lifts as well as jowl lifts.
- Say Goodbye to sagging skin! We are the only clinic on the north shore to offer Ultherapy, recently profiled on Dr. Oz as well as a number of magazines including: Vogue and Fashion Magazine.
- Please read more about Ultherapy from blogs submitted by highly satisfied clients on www.realself.com.
When you are ready for your complimentary consultation, please call (604)925-DERM (3376) and book your appointment with one of our physicians.
She Did It!
Dr. Ebrahim has recently earned her Diploma in Dermatology! Now she is qualified to treat a wide variety of skin conditions to better serve her clients and patients.
Congratulations Shehla! All of your staff are very proud of you!
July 30, 2011
Dr. Ebrahim Says “Thank You”
Thank You for voting me best doctor!
Full service medi spa, offering:
- Photofacial for sun damage skin and Rosacea.
- Broken capillaries.
- Botox for wrinkles.
- Dermal fillers for lines and folds, (resttlane, Juvederm) Acne and acne scars.
- Laser hair removal.
- Laser resurfacing for deep wrinkles around the eyes and mouth.
- Non surgical brow lift.
- Non surgical jowl and neck lift.
October 21, 2010
Dr. Ebrahim featured in North Shore Network
Dr. Ebrahim at Afterglow
Are you looking to learn a little more about what makes Dr. Ebrahim tick? The North Shore Network recently featured an insight into the everyday life, loves and aspirations of our intrepid doctor, which you can read here. Congrats to Dr. Ebrahim on her recent 50th birthday!
July 13, 2010
Introducing SwissTec™ – an innovative professional skincare line
Afterglow now carries the innovative SwissTec™ skincare line
Afterglow is thrilled to be carrying an innovative line of professional skincare products, SwissTec™
These superior products were formulated to enhance and maintain the effects of various skincare procedures such as laser treatments, skin-lightening treatments and IPL. They are free from parabens.
(A list of the products we carry, and their specific effects appears at the end of this post.)
Here are some of the helpful ingredients in SwissTec™ products carried by Afterglow:
CIC2: Slows the signs of aging, lightening brown spots while enhancing the skin’s renewal process. This increases the skin’s radiance.
Ameliox: Reverses the signs of deterioration of the skin’s elastic tissue, reducing expression lines and wrinkles.
Algisium C2®: Helps to restore the skin’s moisture balance while soothing discomfort caused by dehydration.
Hyaluronic Acid: An excellent moisture retaining agent, HA can hold 1000 times its own weight in water.
Sveltonyl®: This firming complex renews the skin’s appearance and youthfulness.
Oligopeptide: Reduces the appearance of dark circles and redness while enhancing skin tone and texture.
Vitamin C-PMG: Helps thicken the skin to reduce dark circles and wrinkles, and also lightens age spots. Is a powerful antioxidant.
Quartz: Exfoliation spheres of quartz remove impurities and dead cells from the skin’s surface, for a more radiant, youthful appearance.
Salicylic Acid: Improves skin tone and texture.
Vitamin C: Helps thicken the skin and reduce pigmentation.
Evermat®: Reduces the appearance of pores, generating a more refined skin tone and texture.
Antioxidant Complex: A powerful dose of antioxidants for overall skin tissue enhancement.
Peppermint oil (lips only): Cleans, tones and energizes.
Sucrose Esters (lips only): Cools and soothes.
The following products are now available from Afterglow:
CIC 2 Cellular Serum (CIC2, Ameliox, Hyaluronic Acid) Treats aged and prematurely aged skin, reduces hyperpigmentation and enhances elasticity.
Concentrated Renewal Cream (CIC2, Ameliox, Algisium C2®) Treats aged and prematurely aged skin, reduces hyperpigmentation and enhances elasticity. Works well as a night-time partner to the CIC2 Cellular Serum.
Redefining neck Emulsion (CIC2, Svetonyl®, Algisium C2®) This powerful formulation tones and strengthens the skin of the neck and décolleté.
Concentrated Renewal Eye Cream (CIC2, Oligopeptide, Vitamin C-PMG) Hydrates the delicate skin of the eye area to renew its moisture balance and re-establish the look of elasticity and firmness.
Tri-foliant™ (Quartz, Salicylic Acid, Vitamin C) A powerful triple-action exfoliating complex designed to encourage balanced skin texture.
Concentrated Mattifying Cream (CIC2, Hyaluronic Acid, Evermat™) An innovative light cream moisturizer for normal to oily skin types that helps prevent shine. Skin tone and texture is also enhanced.
Lip-foliant™ (Antioxidant Complex, Peppermint Oil, Sucrose Esters) Gently removes impurities and dry skin cells while moisturizing and soothing dehydrated lips.
Please drop by to view this exciting new line or contactl Afterglow for more details.
June 6, 2010
Well Done, Dr. Shehla!
Dr. Shehla Ebrahim thanks her clients for their support at Mount Everest’s base camp (17,300 feet above sea level) in April. Dr. Ebrahim donated partial proceeds from Afterglow over the last 18 months to the Central Asia Institute
She’s back! Congrats go to Dr. Ebrahim for climbing past Base Camp (to 18,500 ft.) and for helping to save a life en route. In our previous post, we told how Dr. Ebrahim planned on climbing to Base Camp, and donating part of the profits from Afterglow to Greg Mortensen’s Central Asia Institute. Not only would the donation support schools for poverty-stricken girls in Pakistan, “It would also be a nice way to say thanks to Afterglow clients—the men and women who have made my business successful and my climb possible,” says Dr. Ebrahim.
“It was so hard to breathe,” she continues. “Every step required a monumental effort but I felt incredible power and determination, which enabled me to press on. Afterglow has a mandate for social responsibility and I do believe in giving back. In North America, we are so blessed and it is a good thing to be able to provide for others who may not be similarly blessed.”
The Everest mission is Dr. Ebrahim’s third major humanitarian journey. In 2002, she travelled to Tibet with a group of physicians to provide free medical care to the nomads that inhabit the eastern reaches of that country. In 2006, she climbed Kilimajaro and helped raise $50,000 for Children’s Hospital.
And what about the life she helped save on her latest mission?
“At 14,000 feet above sea level, a woman staggered into our camp. She was short of breath and her sherpa guide planned to take her down 1,000 feet however, she appeared to have high altitude cerebral edema,” Dr. Ebrahim explains. When a person has this condition, he or she must be taken down to a low altitude immediately or death will quickly follow, but it was already 7 p.m. and unlikely that the sherpa could get the woman down far enough before nightfall. Fortunately, Dr. Ebrahim’s team was carrying a gamow bag—a pressurized cylinder that simulates an altitude close to 4,000 ft. below where it is used. With careful monitoring, the woman survived the night and was flown out by helicopter. She survived thanks to Dr. Ebrahim’s diagnosis and quick action.
“I felt like I was meant to be there at that time,” says Dr. Ebrahim, adding that the whole experience has galvanized her desire to perform more humanitarian work in the years to come.
Dr. Ebrahim’s journey was also covered in a detailed news story in the North Shore News, which you can read here.
April 3, 2010
Bon voyage, Dr. Shehla! Go climb your mountain…
Congratulations and Bon voyage to Dr. Ebrahim who is now on her way to Nepal. In support of the Central Asia Institute, which funds education for young women in remote, war-stricken areas of Northern Pakistan, Dr. Ebrahim will fulfill one of her many dreams, to climb to Everest Base Camp. The staff and clients of Afterglow wish her the very best in this admirable endeavour.
March 24, 2010
Dr. Ebrahim to Climb Mt. Everest-Base Camp
“As health professionals, we are able to give back to the communities in which we live, as well as the world at large,” says Dr. Ebrahim. It is a sentiment she holds dear, and in May of this year, it will take her to Level 1 Base Camp of Mt. Everest (18,500 ft) with a mission to promote and support community-based education, especially for girls, in remote, underserviced and war stricken areas of Northern Pakistan.
“The education of our children is the best hope we have for a peaceful and prosperous world,” says Dr. Ebrahim, who in 2006 climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro to raise money for BC Children’s Hospital, and in 2002, travelled to Tibet to provide free medical service to the eastern nomads.
In collaboration with the Central Asia Institute, a non-profit organization, Dr. Ebrahim has been donating 2% of the profits from Afterglow, since January, 2009.
July 27, 2009
Educating The World’s Children
Educating the world's children
The staff of Afterglow Medi-Spa believe strongly in corporate social responsibility. Our special role as health professionals enables us to give back to the communities in which we live, as well as to the world at large.
In 2002, Dr. Ebrahim travelled to Tibet to provide free medical services to the nomads of the eastern regions. In 2006, she climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for BC Children’s Hospital.
In 2010 Dr. Ebrahim is preparing to climb Mount Everest Base Camp with a mission to promote and support community-based education, especially for girls, in remote, underserviced and war stricken areas of Northern Pakistan. She believes that the best hope for a peaceful and prosperous world lies in the education of all the world’s children.
In collaboration with the Central Asia Institute, a non-profit organization, Dr. Ebrahim has been donating 2% of the profits from Afterglow, since January, 2009.