Melasma
Freckles
Age Spots · Sun Spots
Uneven Skin Tone
Dull Skin · Brightening
Rosacea
Facial Redness · Broken Capillaries
Acne Treatment
Acne Scars · Post-Acne Marks
Sensitive Skin
Wrinkles · Anti-Wrinkle
Forehead Lines
Frown Lines · Glabellar Lines
Marionette Lines
Nasolabial Folds
Volume Loss · Hollow Cheeks
Double Chin
Jaw Slimming · Masseter Reduction
Dark Circles · Eye Bags
Tear Trough
Ptosis
Overfilled Face
Weak Chin · Short Chin
Belly Fat · Body Contouring
Leg Slimming
Stretch Marks
Post-Partum Abdominal Laxity
Obesity · Weight Management
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Comparisons · Pricing · How to choose
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ID Cosmetic Clinic · Serving Newmarket
Newmarket is about 35 km north of our physician-led cosmetic and laser clinic at 30 Gibson Drive in Markham, just north of Steeles Avenue at Warden. We have one location, and from Southlake, Main Street or Upper Canada Mall it's roughly a 30-minute drive straight down Hwy 404, past Richmond Hill, with no need for the 407.
A half-hour drive has to be worth it, and the main reason is who looks after you. Your first appointment is with Dr. Dan Xu, M.D., CCFP, a family physician who opened the clinic in 2017 and has practised aesthetic medicine ever since. She examines your face and skin in person, asks what you've tried before and tells you plainly what's likely to help. If your plan includes Botox® or filler, she does the injections herself.
Around Newmarket, the treatments people search for most are laser hair removal, Botox® and facials such as the HydraFacial®, followed by RF microneedling and laser tattoo removal. Clients also ask about chin and jawline filler, jaw slimming, and the PicoSure Pro® and PicoWay® lasers for sun spots and melasma. With many lasers and energy devices under one roof, Dr. Xu can fit the device to your skin rather than the other way round.
We're open seven days a week from 10 AM to 6 PM, parking is free and underground, and your first 30-minute consultation with Dr. Xu is free. When it's appropriate, a short treatment can follow the consultation the same day, so a single trip covers both.
The difference
There are clinics closer to home, and for a simple treatment the nearest one may be all you need. Here's what the half-hour drive gets you.
Dr. Dan Xu assesses you at your consultation and performs your Botox® and filler injections herself, so the person who plans the result is the one who delivers it. Her registration is on the CPSO public register for anyone to check.
Hair removal, pigment, redness, acne scars and tightening each need different technology. With PicoSure Pro®, PicoWay®, Sofwave™, Ultherapy® and more in one clinic, Dr. Xu chooses what suits your skin, not whatever machine happens to be free.
At your first visit, Dr. Xu maps out the course: how many sessions, how far apart and what can safely be done in the same appointment. That way you're not driving down for every small step.
From most of Newmarket it's 26 to 31 minutes outside rush hour, with no toll. Parking is free and underground, and we're open seven days a week, so a Saturday or Sunday visit works as well as a weekday.
“The device decides what’s possible. The doctor decides the direction.”
Our treatments
Laser hair removal, Botox and facials are what Newmarket residents search for most. The six below cover those and three more our clients often ask about. Each starts with a free consultation, where Dr. Xu checks that it suits your skin, anatomy and goals before anything is booked.
For smoother skin with less shaving, waxing and ingrown hair, from the upper lip and underarms to the legs and bikini line. Each session is set for your skin tone and hair colour, with a 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser for deeper skin tones, and settings are reviewed as the hair thins out.
Options for unwanted hair →Softens the lines that form when you frown, raise your brows or squint. Injected into the masseter, the same medicine can slim a jaw that has squared off from clenching or grinding. Doses are measured so you look rested, not frozen.
Jawline and masseter contouring →For skin that looks dull, congested or dehydrated. A HydraFacial® cleans out pores, exfoliates and hydrates in one session with no downtime. If pigment or breakouts need more than a facial, Dr. Xu may suggest a medical-grade peel or JetPeel.
What helps dull, tired skin →Hyaluronic acid filler gives thin or uneven lips more shape, and it can strengthen a soft chin or blurred jawline so your profile looks more balanced. Dr. Xu adds it in small amounts, checking from the front and side, and it can be dissolved if needed.
Thin or uneven lips →For acne scars, enlarged pores and rough texture. RF microneedling and Morpheus8 deliver radiofrequency heat through very fine needles, prompting the skin to rebuild collagen from within. Change comes gradually over a short course, with a few days of redness after each session.
Treating acne scars →Picosecond lasers break ink and excess pigment into tiny particles the body clears away. For tattoos we mainly use PicoWay®, adding PicoSure Pro® when the ink colours call for it, and the same lasers fade sun spots and freckles. Tattoos lighten over several sessions spaced weeks apart.
Fading an unwanted tattoo →Melasma is treated gently, with low-energy pico laser and medical-grade skincare (more about melasma). We also offer Sofwave™, Ultherapy® and Thermage® FLX for early sagging, skin tag removal, treatment for spider veins, Sculptra® collagen stimulation, thread lifts, Emsculpt NEO® body contouring, double-chin treatment and care for thinning hair.
Not sure where to start?
Send us a photo or a few words about what's bothering you before you make the drive. Dr. Xu will tell you what might help, and if you don't need a treatment at all, she'll say so.
Not sure what you need?
Start with what you'd most like to change. Each row shows what Dr. Xu usually considers, about how many visits it takes and what recovery looks like, which makes it easier to plan your trips from Newmarket.
| Concern | What usually helps | Typical course | Recovery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unwanted hair | Laser hair removal | 6–8 sessions, 4–8 weeks apart, plus occasional touch-ups. | Mild redness for a few hours |
| Forehead lines, frown lines, crow's feet | Botox® anti-wrinkle injections | One visit. Results appear in 1–2 weeks and usually last 3–4 months. | Little to none |
| Dull or congested skin | HydraFacial® or a chemical peel | One session; many people repeat monthly. | None for HydraFacial; light flaking after some peels |
| Thin or uneven lips | Lip filler | One visit, with an optional top-up after 2–4 weeks. Often lasts 6–12 months. | Swelling for a few days; bruising is possible |
| Acne scars, large pores, rough texture | RF microneedling or Morpheus8 | Usually 3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart. | Redness and swelling for about 2–5 days |
| Sun spots and freckles | PicoSure Pro®, PicoWay® or IPL | Often 1–3 sessions. | Spots darken, then flake off over about a week |
| An unwanted tattoo | Laser tattoo removal with PicoWay® or PicoSure Pro® | Several sessions, spaced weeks apart. Black ink usually fades faster than bright colours. | Redness and swelling for a few days; blistering is possible |
| A wide or square jaw | Masseter Botox (jaw slimming) | One visit. Slimming builds over 4–8 weeks; most people repeat every 4–6 months. | None |
| Melasma | Gentle pico laser with medical-grade skincare (about melasma) | A series of sessions, then maintenance, because melasma can return. | Minimal; daily sun protection is essential |
| Early sagging and jowls | Sofwave™, Ultherapy® Prime or Thermage® FLX | Usually one session; results build over 2–3 months. | Little; brief redness or tenderness |
| Hollow under-eyes | Under-eye (tear trough) filler | One visit, if the shadow comes from volume loss. Often lasts about a year. | Mild swelling or bruising for several days |
These are typical ranges, not promises. Your skin, anatomy and daily habits all affect how many sessions you need, how you recover and how long results last, and Dr. Xu will confirm the details at your consultation.
New to the clinic?
Use the form above, call 905-477-2225, or message us on WhatsApp or WeChat, and we'll reply within one business day. Coming from Newmarket, a mid-morning or early-afternoon slot keeps you clear of rush hour on the 404.
Set your GPS to 30 Gibson Dr, Markham. Take Hwy 404 south to the Steeles Avenue exit, head east on Steeles to Warden Avenue, then turn left onto Warden and left onto Gibson Drive. Parking is free and underground.
Bring photos of looks you like and a note of past treatments or products. Dr. Xu examines your skin and facial proportions, then explains your options, likely results, recovery and cost, in English, Mandarin or Cantonese.
There's no pressure to decide on the day. If you'd like to start and it's appropriate, short treatments such as Botox®, a HydraFacial® or a first laser session can often be done before you head home, which saves a second trip.
— Your Physician —
When Dr. Dan Xu opened ID Cosmetic Clinic in 2017, she started from one idea: a cosmetic treatment is a medical decision and should be handled like one. So every visit begins with a proper assessment, then an honest discussion, and treatment happens only if it's the right call. Since then she has performed more than 80,000 injection procedures and handled more than 8,000 complex cases, many from people hoping to fix results from another clinic. Her goal is for you to look refreshed and healthy, never overdone.
“The device decides what's possible. The doctor decides the direction.” — Dr. Dan XuThat's why your first visit is about your face and your goals, not a product or a machine.
Each year our team supports one cause close to home. In 2026, that's Precision Child Health at SickKids. We'd love you to find your own small way to join in.
Our community story— Real Patient Cases —
These photos come from our own clinical records and are shared with each client's written consent, without retouching. They show what treatment can do, not a guarantee: your result depends on your skin, your anatomy and the plan you and Dr. Xu decide on.
Getting here
From Newmarket, the simplest route is Hwy 404 nearly all the way, with no need for the 407. Take the Steeles Avenue exit, turn left onto Steeles and drive east to Warden Avenue. Turn left onto Warden, then left onto Gibson Drive. The clinic is the corner building marked 30, with free underground parking.
Coming by transit? It works, but it's slow. Take Viva Blue south along Yonge Street, then the TTC 53 Steeles East bus to Warden Avenue, and walk about 10 minutes north. Allow roughly an hour and a half each way, and check a trip planner before you leave, since timings vary through the day.
We checked these with Google Maps on a weekday evening, outside rush hour, with tolls avoided. Every route uses Hwy 404; switching to Hwy 407 for the last stretch saves two or three minutes but adds a toll. Southbound traffic on the 404 is heaviest on weekday mornings, so allow extra time then.
From Southlake Health, 596 Davis Dr
About 35 km · 26 min
East on Davis Dr to Hwy 404, then south to the Steeles Ave exit. No toll.
From Bayview Ave & Mulock Dr
About 35 km · 26 min
East on Mulock Dr to Hwy 404, then south. No toll.
From Main St S & Botsford St
About 35 km · 28 min
Across to Hwy 404 via Davis Dr or Mulock Dr, then south. No toll.
From Yonge St & Davis Dr
About 38 km · 30–31 min
Davis Dr east to Hwy 404, then south. The 407 saves about three minutes at the end, but it is a toll road.
From Bathurst St & Mulock Dr
About 37 km · 29 min
Mulock Dr east across town to Hwy 404, then south. No toll.
From Yonge St & Wellington St, Aurora
About 32 km · 26 min
Wellington St east to Hwy 404, then south. No toll.
Monday to Sunday
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
All visits are by appointment. Consultations with Dr. Xu run Monday to Saturday. Holiday hours may vary, so please call ahead.
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Good to know
Yes, about half an hour south. ID Cosmetic Clinic is at 30 Gibson Drive in Markham, by Warden Avenue just north of Steeles, roughly 30 minutes from Newmarket on Hwy 404 outside rush hour. We have one location, in Markham, and see clients from Newmarket, Aurora and East Gwillimbury there.
About 26 to 31 minutes outside rush hour, depending on where you start: around 26 minutes from Southlake or Bayview and Mulock, and about 30 from Yonge and Davis. Every route uses Hwy 404, and none needs the 407. Weekday rush hour can add a lot of time, so a midday or weekend appointment is usually easiest.
Take the Steeles Avenue exit and turn left onto Steeles, heading east. At Warden Avenue turn left, then turn left again onto Gibson Drive; the clinic is the corner building marked 30, with free underground parking. If you'd rather use the 407, take it east to Warden Avenue, head south and turn right onto Gibson Drive. It saves two or three minutes, but there's a toll.
Yes, though it takes time. Take Viva Blue south along Yonge Street, then the TTC 53 Steeles East bus to Warden Avenue, and walk about 10 minutes north. Plan on roughly an hour and a half each way.
Yes. From Yonge and Wellington in Aurora it's about 26 minutes down Hwy 404, and from Yonge and Green Lane in East Gwillimbury about 28 minutes, both without tolls outside rush hour.
Yes. Botox®, filler, a HydraFacial® and laser hair removal don't involve sedation, so most people drive themselves home. After Botox, stay upright for a few hours and don't rub or press on the treated areas; after laser hair removal, skip saunas, hot baths and heavy sweating for 48 hours. We'll go over your aftercare before you leave.
For many treatments, a good local clinic is all you need. People make the drive when they want a physician involved from start to finish: Dr. Xu sees every consultation herself and performs Botox® and filler injections personally. The clinic also has a wide range of lasers and energy devices, so one consultation can cover hair removal, pigment, scarring and tightening.
No. Dr. Dan Xu is a family physician (M.D., CCFP) registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Since opening the clinic in 2017, she has focused on cosmetic medicine: wrinkles, pigmentation, acne scars, unwanted hair and facial contour. For a medical skin problem, such as a changing mole or a persistent rash, your family doctor can refer you to a dermatologist.
Dr. Dan Xu. She assesses you at your consultation and performs your Botox®, Xeomin®, jaw-slimming, lip, chin and dermal filler and Sculptra® injections herself, including any follow-up adjustments.
It gives long-term reduction rather than complete, permanent removal: most people have far less hair after a course, with an occasional touch-up later because hormones and new hair cycles can bring some back. A course is usually six to eight sessions, four to eight weeks apart, so a visit every month or two, which is easy to plan around a half-hour drive. Sessions are done by trained technicians under physician supervision.
It depends on the ink, the colours and how deep they sit. Most tattoos need several sessions spaced weeks apart, and black ink usually fades more readily than bright colours. Dr. Xu will look at your tattoo at the consultation and give you a realistic estimate.
Yes. Dr. Xu removes skin tags with a CO2 laser or fine surgical removal, choosing the method for each tag and planning it to lower the risk of dark marks afterwards. Most cases need a single session, and the area heals within one to two weeks.
Yes. Your first 30-minute consultation with Dr. Xu is free, with no obligation. If you decide to go ahead and it's suitable, quick treatments such as Botox®, a HydraFacial® or a first laser session can often be done in the same visit, which saves a second drive.
We're open every day from 10 AM to 6 PM, by appointment, and Dr. Xu holds consultations Monday to Saturday. Weekend slots fill first, so booking a few days ahead helps. Our team speaks English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
That depends on the treatment, the product used and how many sessions you need. Dr. Xu gives you a clear price at your free consultation before anything is done, and the Toronto cost guides below explain how laser hair removal and Botox are priced.
Before you book
A few plain-language reads from our clinic on cost, sessions and choosing between options, so you arrive at your consultation with good questions.
What laser hair removal costs, area by area, and how many sessions to plan for.
Read the laser hair removal cost guide →How the three hair removal methods differ, and which hair and skin types each one suits.
Compare laser, IPL and electrolysis →How Botox is priced, and what to ask when you compare clinics.
Read the Botox cost guide →How the three anti-wrinkle injections compare, and why one may suit you better.
Compare Botox, Dysport and Xeomin →Three ways to refresh dull skin, compared on results, comfort and downtime.
Compare these facial treatments →Why tattoos fade over several sessions, and what affects how many you need.
Learn how tattoo removal works →— Ready When You Are —
Bring your questions and a few photos you like. In about half an hour, Dr. Xu will explain what she sees and what can realistically change, and you'll head home with a clear plan, whether or not you start that day.
Every consultation is conducted personally by Dr. Xu (Mon–Sat).
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