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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....

08 September, 2020 /

Do you need to wear sunscreen under your face masks? Most face masks only offer SPF 7 coverage. Using Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) fabrics and face masks can help reduce UV rays from reaching the skin. Copper face masks are also trending for their antiviral properties. Learn about how to choose face masks- from fabrics and colours- for maximum protection against UV rays; and whether copper infused face masks work....

03 September, 2020 /

Mesotherapy fat dissolving/ melting treatments involve injections into fats of the face, neck and body (lipodissolve). The most common ingredients used are phosphatidylcholine and deoxycholate (e.g. Kybella/ Belkyra). Injection lipolysis is banned in Singapore and several countries. Learn about the complications and side effects of fat reduction injections in this review....

25 August, 2020 /

Laugh lines (nasolabial folds), jowls, turkey necks and loose skin are some of the signs of sagging in the face and neck. This review explains why sagging occurs and some of the non-surgical treatments to snap back snagging skin in Singapore- HIFU (Ulthera) vs Thermage; dermal fillers, Botulinum toxin dermalift and Hybrid Cooperative Complex Injectable Moisturiser. Anti-aging food and skincare for prevention are also discussed....

09 August, 2020 /

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?...

29 July, 2020 /

Filler injections can go wrong if dermal fillers are over injected. Pillow face, sunset eyes, Avatar nose, filler fatigue, flowerhorn forehead and witch's chin are some telltale signs of too much dermal fillers. Learn about these signs and alternatives to avoid them before getting dermal filler injections....

20 July, 2020 /

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....

29 June, 2020 /

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....

23 June, 2020 /

Besides removing wrinkles and jaw slimming, Botox can be used for body contouring (e.g. shoulders and legs); lifting the face and neck; treating excessive sweating and slimming the nose. Learn about the off-label uses of Botulinum toxin in Singapore in this review. Some of these uses may surprise you!...

15 June, 2020 /