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....
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?...
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....
Dr Rachel Ho explains acne treatment in Singapore, including topical medication, isotretinoin, hormonal therapy, LED, peels and selected lasers....
All you need to know about hyaluronic acid (HA) in skincare in this doctor's review: the benefits & why your skin needs this humectant, high vs low molecular weight hyaluronic acids; and how to choose an effective HA serum or cream. Learn to use it right and layer like a pro to keep your skin moisturised....
Do probiotics in skincare and supplements work? What are the differences between prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics in skincare? Learn all about microbiome skincare and how probiotic supplements can improve skin health, acne and eczema in this review....
Profhilo is a bioremodelling injection that hydrates and builds collagen and elastin in the skin. This injectable moisturiser contains hyaluronic acid is now available in Singapore. Is Profhilo worth it? Discussing the science and results of Profhilo in this review....