Dr Vincent Richer - Dermatology

Dr Vincent Richer - Dermatology Medical and Cosmetic DermatologIst at in Vancouver.

Clinical Instructor and Director of Continuing Medical Education - University of British Columbia Department of Dermatology and Skin Science

The confidence and quality of life of our patients is our North Star. Cosmetic dermatology encompasses so much more than...
03/12/2026

The confidence and quality of life of our patients is our North Star. Cosmetic dermatology encompasses so much more than youthfulness, attractiveness and performance beauty. As such, our clinic space is visited by people of different ages, backgrounds, values and objectives.

With their permission, we have collected motivations from our patients, in their own words:

“Feeling more like myself”

“Not needing to rely on make-up”

“Boosting my quiet confidence”

“Being high-maintenance a few times a year, to be low-maintenance the rest of the year”

“To have to think about a distracting feature [scar] less often”.

We do what we do to strengthen confidence and have our patients enjoy their quality of life. We work towards this vision by fulfilling our mission: trusted and effective cosmetic dermatology for all. Our practice is an inclusive environment where we take time to tease out the most appropriate treatment options with our sights set on lasting results.

“Fillers” are having a moment – and not in a good way. Misuse and overuse, amplified by social media and celebrities, ha...
03/11/2026

“Fillers” are having a moment – and not in a good way. Misuse and overuse, amplified by social media and celebrities, have turned injected hyaluronic acid gels into a bit of a “four letter word”.

Yet they are a tool – like a surgeon’s scalpel or the paint an artist uses. And thankfully – we have many options in our toolbox. Devices for complexion treatment, neuromodulators like Botox and biostimulators to name a few. When a thorough cosmetic assessment reveals loss or absence of volume (hollow temple, depressed cheek, recessed chin), injected hyaluronic acid gels allow us to restore volume tastefully.

Are you a good candidate? Ask for a thorough full-face assessment at your next visit to see if injected hyaluronic acid gels have a place in your treatment plan.

Nowadays, using neuromodulators like Botox is every bit about smoothing out wrinkles as it is about restoring a bright g...
03/09/2026

Nowadays, using neuromodulators like Botox is every bit about smoothing out wrinkles as it is about restoring a bright gaze and elegant brow shape. If you have a heavier eyebrow or hooded eyelid (like I do!), I will adjust your Botox plan to concentrate treatment on frown lines and crow’s feet in order to maximize the eye-opening, brow-lifting effects.

We may have to be modest in how we treat horizontal lines of the forehead, since this muscle is responsible for lifting the brow. In many circumstances, I may recommend foregoing treatment of those lines entirely.

Every visit in the office is a chance to reassess your skin, rediscuss your plan and adjust if needed. I once heard the amazing say “I’m addicted to criticism” when praising the importance of feedback from patients. I look forward to hearing how we can do even better for you.

I was recently asked a bit of a “hot take”: to choose my favorite treatment that my patients ask the least about.Biostim...
03/08/2026

I was recently asked a bit of a “hot take”: to choose my favorite treatment that my patients ask the least about.

Biostimulation with calcium hydroxyapatite (Radiesse) came to mind right away.

Biostimulation is a process where agents are injected under the skin to trigger a response from our own cells (fibroblasts) to generate collagen, elastin and other molecules within the skin. Radiesse in particular provides “high fidelity” biostimulation, where it builds these components to restore the microscopic structure of the skin.

This is to treat skin that has been made thin by time, sun exposure or bad acne that has led to scarring. Treatment can help with areas of volume loss while simultaneously improving skin quality like elasticity. Results can be observed over weeks and build progressively.

Ask us if you are a good candidate for biostimulation with Radiesse next time you are in office.

We are getting more and more familiar with Tixel and its benefits for our patients. Tixel uses fractional heat delivered...
03/07/2026

We are getting more and more familiar with Tixel and its benefits for our patients. Tixel uses fractional heat delivered to the skin to improve skin texture, such as fine lines. It is especially well-suited for the delicate skin of the eyelids. Since it is not a laser, it can be used on eyelid skin without the need for metal corneal shields.

The area is cleansed, numbing cream is used and the treatment is delivered over a few minutes. Though the treatment delivery feels hot and stingy afterwards, cold compresses and cold packs soothe the skin quickly and Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar shortens the recovery by two days. Expect redness and swelling over 2-3 days, with gentle scaling/peeling for the remainder of the week. Tixel strikes the right balance between a tolerable, repeatable treatment, and with the results it can provide.

Ask us about Tixel next time you are in office!

While scars can fade naturally over time, many will stay bright and prominent without treatment. ⁠⁠If yours are in a vis...
03/06/2026

While scars can fade naturally over time, many will stay bright and prominent without treatment. ⁠⁠
If yours are in a visible place like your face or hands, you might be eager to find scar reduction options.⁠⁠
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Depending on the type and location of your scar, injectables may be a suitable option.⁠⁠
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These are the injectable options in our scar treatment toolkit:⁠⁠
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1) Steroids⁠⁠
2) 5-fluorouracil⁠⁠
3) Botulinum toxin (Botox)⁠⁠
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Wondering which would be right for you? ⁠⁠
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Book your consultation today and let's discuss what your best options are!

You know I eat and breathe laser resurfacing.Fraxel, Halo, fractional CO2 laser… these lasers deliver infrared beams of ...
03/04/2026

You know I eat and breathe laser resurfacing.

Fraxel, Halo, fractional CO2 laser… these lasers deliver infrared beams of energy to the skin to improve texture, sun damage, fine lines or acne scarring.

Clear & Brilliant is a gentler, Summer-friendly version – very much so a “mini-Fraxel” or “Fraxel Refresh”. Social down time is easier, with 1-2 days of redness and a bit of a gritty texture up to day 5.

Our nurses and techs Lorraine, Kyle and Stephanie are rockstars at delivering Clear & Brilliant.

Get in touch with us via info@atelierderm.ca to get more information!

03/03/2026

Combinations yield results!

Curious if we can double-up on your visit, and do two or three treatments? We often can, and combinations can boost results significantly. Ask us!

During this husband “tune-up”, we treated a red scar with vascular laser and administered Skinvive in the same sitting, making for both a convenient and effective treatment.

Book your consultation today and let's discuss your treatments options!

Treating pigmentation can be very tricky, because not all causes respond as well to treatment.Our patient was referred b...
03/02/2026

Treating pigmentation can be very tricky, because not all causes respond as well to treatment.
Our patient was referred by an extremely skilled dermatologist colleague who removed a mole on the nose via surgery. Both she and the patient were hoping that the hyperpigmentation that occurred after the procedure could be improved.

Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (or PIH for short) is a real challenge. Between skin care, prescription topicals and gentle picosecond laser treatment, this improvement was observed less than 2 months later.

Bonus? Our patient started using Blemish & Age Defense serum by and noticed an improvement in the enlarged pores on his nose. Combining skincare with procedures is often the way to get the best out of the process.

As we move towards the sunnier season, we may give our lasers a rest, but that doesn’t mean we stop treating acne scars....
02/07/2026

As we move towards the sunnier season, we may give our lasers a rest, but that doesn’t mean we stop treating acne scars. ⁠
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Soft hyaluronic acid gels can be injected in rolling or boxcar acne scars to improve their appearance – this is especially useful when patients are on a timeline and want to avoid the longer downtime of a resurfacing procedure. ⁠
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This patient’s result is from two treatment sessions.⁠
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Is this treatment right for you? Book your consultation today and we can go over your options.

Give us a call at 778-328-4601 or email us at info@atelierderm.ca

When we make the diagnosis of “traditional sun spot”, also known as solar lentigo, devices have great potential to impro...
02/05/2026

When we make the diagnosis of “traditional sun spot”, also known as solar lentigo, devices have great potential to improve the pigment. ⁠⚡⁠
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This cheat sheet is an oversimplification of our options.⁠
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Want to discuss your own treatment options? Book a consultation today!⁠

Give us a call at 778-328-4601 or email us at info@atelierderm.ca

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