Moderna COVID-19 vaccine has been linked to facial swelling and allergic reactions in patients who had dermal filler injections. Learn about the trial results; why facial swelling may occur after vaccinations; how it can be treated and whether other vaccines can cause the same reaction....
LED light therapy is used by doctors to treat acne, wound healing and skin rejuvenation in clincs. Specific wavelengths stimulates skin renewal and reduces inflammation. How do home LED light masks and devices compare? Everything you need to know about this innovative, non-invasive skin treatment featuring my review of FOREO UFO Smart Mask Device....
Maskne, hypersensitive skin, make up transfer are some of the problems of wearing face masks. Makeup artist Airin Lee shares her makeup tips and I share my skincare hacks for looking great while keeping skin healthy under face masks....
How can laugh lines be removed? Nasolabial folds are lines that extend from our nose to mouth. They can be treated with dermal fillers to erase the smile lines instantly. Learn all about laugh lines and the non-surgical treatments in this review....
Technology, IoT and innovation are revolutionising the beauty industry as beauty and skincare become high-tech and hyperpersonalised. Smart gadgets, simulation apps and 3D printed skincare are some of the trends that have emerged from the shift to 'beauty tech'. A look at how artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR) and big data are redefining our relationship, perception and choices with beauty and skincare in this review as beauty companies get their skin in the game....
Needleless Profhilo is the latest trend in beauty salons in Singapore. Riding on the popularity of this anti-aging skin treatment, these "injection-free", "pain-free" and "no-downtime" alternatives use transdermal electroporation and plasma shower devices to increase delivery of hyaluronic acid into the epidermis. This review looks at how injection-less Profhilo works and whether they work at all....
Retinoids are effective as anti-aging and anti-acne ingredients. In this blogpost, a doctor reviews 5 affordable and popular retinol & retinaldehyde serums. Ft. CeraVe, Olay, The Inkey List, Skinceuticals and Eau-Thermale Avene. Which one will be the best retinol serum?...
A review of cheek fillers and what is is like to get cheek filler injections in Singapore. Read about non-surgical cheek augmentation, how it works, the different types of filler, alternatives and how fillers can lift the face in males and fillers....
Cica aka Centella Asiatica or Tiger Grass is found in skincare products to calm sensitive skin and reverse aging. Learn about what Cica is, its benefits and side effects. Plus, a review of Dr Jart's Cicapair serum....
Acne vulgaris, especially hormonal acne in females, is common in Singapore. There are 4 different types of acne- comedones, papules, pustules and cysts/nodules. Learn about the causes of acne and how acne can be treated and prevented with skincare, medications and medical treatments....