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About our Founder  Preoccupied by both the harmful environmental factors and the large amount of chemicals in everyday skincare, Elizabeth Hartinger, Ph.D., M.Sc.A, B. Ing. founded THOYA Laboratoire as a commitment to develop a new generation of hypoallergenic professional skin care with highly effective, carefully selected, safe, all natural origin, and organic ingredients. ​ Elizabeth is committed to cutting-edge skin research and has acquired over the years extensive experience in dermatological technologies. Her postdoctoral studies were conducted at Harvard University and Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, USA, where she worked on a novel laser technology in the field of dermatology and skin cancer. Elizabeth completed a doctoral and a master degree in biomedical engineering at Montreal University/Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal, Canada. While pursuing graduate studies, she developed an innovative technology for skin cancer detection and acquired comprehensive knowledge of the skin and cutaneous pathologies. At THOYA Laboratoire, researchers are committed to work on next-generation products designed to protect, maintain and optimize the health of the skin.  Standards and Eco-Values DERMATOLOGIST AND CLINICALLY TESTED All products are all clinically tested, dermatologist tested, fragrance free, hypoallergenic, and not irritant. HEALTH CANADA APPROVED All sunscreens are rigorously tested by independent laboratories according to strict regulatory standards and are all approved by Health Canada. CLEAN 100% NATURAL-ORIGIN INGREDIENTS THOYA Laboratoire products are formulated with safe and highly effective natural-origin, and certified organic ingredients. All skin care is also essential-oil free, non-nano, fragrance free, sodium-lauryl-sulfate free, titanium-dioxide free, phthalate free, mineral-oil free, aluminum free, silicone free, and paraben free. NOT ANIMAL TESTED  All formulations are vegan and never tested on animals. SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES THOYA Laboratoire skin care is made in Canada and implements sustainable practices.  All packaging is made of recyclable material and we always prioritize local and high quality ingredients. All formulations are locally developed, tested, and manufactured to minimize our ecological footprint. THOYA Laboratoire all Natural Mineral Sunscreens THOYA Laboratoire uses only non-nano zinc-oxide mineral UV filter (no titanium dioxide, no avobenzone, no oxybenzone, and no chemical filters) in its sunscreens. Zinc oxide remains a safe and naturally-derived mineral filter approved by Health Canada that provides safe and highly effective broad-spectrum sun protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Mineral filters do not penetrate the skin barriers unlike many chemical filters which are systemically absorbed.  Mineral sunscreens also have a much lower rate of photoallergic reactions than chemical filters and zinc oxide has even been shown to reduce cutaneous irritation and redness.  Zinc-oxide mineral sunscreen is recommended for all skin types including the most sensitive. A must after a dermo-aesthetic treatment including laser, peel, facial, etc.  Our sunscreens are enriched with antioxidants from fruit extracts for a healthy looking skin. They moisturize and protect against environmental factors drying the skin, such as the sun and pollution. THOYA Laboratoire sunscreens protects and smooths all skin types while preventing premature signs of aging resulting from everyday sun exposure. They spread easily leaving no residue. Perfect and safe for all the family. After-Sun | Post-Procedure Comforting Gel THOYA Laboratoire new oil-gel formula melts into the skin for an intense sensation of comfort. High in essential fatty acid, vitamins, and enriched with betulin to replenish, strengthen, and nourish the skin’s moisture barrier after sun exposure or after a dermo-aesthetic treatment including laser, peel, hair removal.  This comforting gel promotes smoothness and alleviates itching, chapping, cracking and roughness of dry irritated skin after sun exposure or a dermo-aesthetic procedure.  Betulin (plant-origin triterpene) was clinically proven to strengthen the skin moisture barrier, reduce irritation, and minimize the visible signs of aging for a healthy looking skin. The formula is: 100% Natural origin. Vegan formula.  Hypoallergenic. Dermatologist tested. Fragrance free.  Preservative free. Paraben free. Phthalate free. Alcohol free. Essential-oil free. Silicone free.  Hypoallergenic Skin Care  For the management … Read more

The Warm Buddy Company was established in 1995. The first products sold were heat therapy wraps designed to be the ultimate in pain and stress relief. We are celebrating 25 years of helping people feel better. Warm Buddy products are made in Canada.  As time went by, designer fabrics and aromatherapy were added to enhance products. Warm Buddy products are sold and used in many high-end spas. The addition of Warm Buddies (ultra-soft and cozy warm-up plush animals) followed shortly after, and have been sold to children of all ages. Warm Buddies are excellent for reducing stress, providing comfort and helping with sleep. Warm Buddy Company has become known for its high quality and superior heat wraps. They are ultra-soft, long heat holding and have a proven 25-year safety record. All Warm Buddy products have undergone extensive testing and are recognized and sold as a Class 1 Medical Device. Most spas incorporate our products in their treatments for the heat therapy and aromatherapy.  Create Ambience and Comfort During Each Spa Service by Using Our Products  Clients will be enveloped with warmth and luxury.  Enhanced spa experience will result in more repeat customers and increase in product sales! Clients can take the spa experience home.  We recommend using a towel or a tissue with our products when the product comes into contact with skin. This will promote a clean environment.  Our products can also be placed in a spa towel warming cabinet though the microwave provides more intense heat. Warm Buddy Benefits Safe & Easy to Use – ready and warm after 2-3 minutes in the microwave.  You also have the option to heat in the oven wrapped in foil at 250 °F for 20 to 30 minutes, or warm in towel cabinets. To freeze, just place in a plastic bag and put in the freezer for a couple of hours. Penetrating, superior, long-lasting, natural moist heat/cold therapy for many common conditions such as:  Added benefit of aromatherapy with the infusion of essential oils and herbs – a soothing scent Products are carefully weighted to provide supplementary therapeutic acupressure and long heat holding Washable, durable, quality fabrics that should last for many years Visit www.warmbuddy.com to view our full line of products.