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Shield Your Skin From Daily Stressors

Ottawa Environmental Defense

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Treatments Sun Exposure & UV DefenseWildfire Smoke & Skin HealthPollution & Urban ExposureBlue Light & Screen ExposureSeasonal Skin Changes
Environmental Defense

About Environmental Defense

Defend your skin against UV, pollution, blue light, wildfire smoke, and seasonal changes. Medical-grade environmental protection at IVONNE.

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Authorized provider of leading clinical brands

Colorescience

Multi-defense environmental protection

Colorescience EnviroScreen technology provides comprehensive protection against UV, blue light, pollution, and infrared radiation in elegant daily-wear formulations.

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AlumierMD

Antioxidant defense serums

AlumierMD antioxidant formulations with Vitamin C and niacinamide neutralize free radicals from environmental exposure and strengthen the skin barrier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What environmental factors damage skin the most?
UV radiation is the single most damaging environmental factor, responsible for up to 90 percent of visible skin aging. Urban pollution (particulate matter, ozone, nitrogen dioxide), wildfire smoke, blue light from screens, and extreme temperature changes also contribute to oxidative stress, barrier disruption, and premature aging.
How do I protect my skin year-round from environmental damage?
Year-round protection requires daily mineral SPF regardless of season or weather, antioxidant serums to neutralize free radicals, barrier-support moisturizers, and seasonal adjustments to address humidity, dryness, and changing UV intensity. IVONNE builds a comprehensive environmental defense plan tailored to your daily exposures.
Can environmental damage be reversed?
Some environmental damage can be improved with corrective treatments such as laser therapy, chemical peels, and microneedling, which address pigmentation, fine lines, and texture changes caused by chronic exposure. However, prevention through daily protection is far more effective and cost-efficient than correction after the fact.
Do I need different skincare for different environments?
Yes. Urban environments with high pollution require stronger antioxidant defense. Cold, dry climates need richer barrier protection. High-altitude or tropical locations demand higher SPF and more frequent reapplication. IVONNE helps you adjust your regimen based on where you live and work.

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Meet Ivonne Sanchez

Co-Founder + Director, Permanent Makeup & Skincare, IVONNE®

Ivonne Sanchez is the co-founder & director of Permanent Makeup & Skincare at one of Ottawa's most recognized clinics in luxury cosmetic treatments. Making her start after years in corporate law, Ivonne has organically built the IVONNE brand into one of eastern Ontario's leading permanent makeup, laser, and skincare destinations, and an authorized provider of popular skincare and laser brands. Ivonne's team of industry experts and advisors serve the Canadian community of cosmetic clients with treatments, consultations, and clinical products. Ivonne connects the modern cosmetic client with major clinical products and treatments of tomorrow.

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Steps from Lyon Station on LRT Line 1, with parking at Place de Ville.

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0116-320 Queen Street, Ottawa ON K1R 5A3 Located in Place de Ville (613) 695-6662

Business Hours

Monday
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 17:00
Friday
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday
CLOSED
Sunday
CLOSED

Holiday Hours

Christmas Day Dec 25
CLOSED
Boxing Day Dec 26
CLOSED
New Year's Day Jan 1
CLOSED
Family Day Feb 15
CLOSED
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