Dry, chapped lips are common because the lips lose water easily in air conditioning or dry climates. Lips can also age prematurely. This doctor's guide shares 5 tips on how to care for dry, chapped lips for healthy lips and how to choose lip balms....
Dr Rachel Ho explains what causes laugh lines, how nasolabial fillers work, treatment evidence, cheek filler comparisons, risks and alternatives....
Dr Rachel Ho explains azelaic acid for acne, pigmentation and rosacea, including popular products from Anua, Purito, The Ordinary and Paula’s Choice as well as prescription Skinoren, differences between the strengths of these products, side effects, pregnancy and how to use it....
Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma and solar letigenes are the most common skin pigmentation disorders in Singapore. The causes of hyperpigmentation, skincare, treatments and oral supplements for treating blemishes and dark spots reviewed in this blogpost....
Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema that affects children and adults. The symptoms of eczema flares are dry; itchy; and red skin patches. Eczema sufferers are prone to skin infection, hypersensitivity and premature skin aging. Avoiding triggers, skincare, diet, medications, phototherapy and injectable hyaluronic acid moisturisers for eczema treatment are reviewed in this blogpost....
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....
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....
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....
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....