Medicube Sudan Red Scandal: Is the Pink PDRN Cream Safe?
Dr Rachel Ho explains Hong Kong’s Sudan Red finding, Medicube’s response, health risks and what users in Singapore should do....
Dr Rachel Ho explains Hong Kong’s Sudan Red finding, Medicube’s response, health risks and what users in Singapore should do....
If 2024 and early 2025 were dominated by PDRN and Rejuran-inspired skincare, my prediction is that poly-D,L-lactic acid (PDLLA) may be one of the next skincare ingredients to trend in K-beauty. That is not because PDLLA is suddenly new, but more medical aesthetic brands are now trying to translate their in-clinic treatments into topical skincare. Compared to newer, trendy skincare ingredients, PDLLA is already used as collagen biostimulator skinbooster injectable. That gives it a very different starting point from a typical marketing-led ingredient. Following the success of Rejuran skincare and similar PDRN skincare, Juvelook skincare seems to be following a similar...
My review of Rejuran sunscreen, from the makers of Rejuran Healer, PharmaResearch. Containing 0.2% c-PDRN, this sunscreen with salmon DNA fragments is one of the OG of PDRN skincare. Does this sunscreen live up to the hype?...
Is vegan PDRN as effective as salmon PDRN? All the skincare science you need to know about plant and micro-organism derived PDRN in skincare; the benefits and problems with this new skincare trend in this review....
Curious about the hype behind Korean PDRN creams? A doctor reviews both viral PDRN creams from the Korean pharmacies: Rejuall vs Rejuvenex. Learn the key differences in PDRN concentrations, texture, price and performance, and which cream may suit your skin best. If you are curious about PDRN skincare and its benefits, this comparison will help you make an informed choice....
Beauty Blueprint 2025: An exclusive event exploring the synergy between skincare, makeup, and aesthetic treatments between Dr Rachel Ho and renowned makeup artist Rachel Ong. From achieving flawless makeup application with a well-prepped skin barrier to enhancing natural beauty with aesthetic treatments, this collaboration brought together expert insights from both fields with live demonstrations, and insider tips shared with attendees. A recap of the event highlights and expert advice in this blogpost....
South Korea is a paradise for cutting edge skincare and makeup trends. Beyond Olive Young and K-beauty pop-ups, some of the most coveted skincare are found in pharmacies. Pharmacies in South Korea offer doctor-approved, over-the-counter skincare products viral on TikTok. Discussing the skincare science and tips on using these Korean pharmacy must buys; and alternatives to these Korean pharmacy skincare in this review....
Starting 2025 with predictions for skincare and cosmetic trends- from technology enhanced experiences to advanced, innovative formulations- it's all about hype personalised, smart products and multifunctional skincare that streamline beauty routines!...
Kim Kardashian may have recently approved salmon sperm facials; but salmon sperm skin injections Rejuran and PDRN skin boosters have already been popular in Asia for more than 10 years! These products are rich in polynucleotides and polydeoxyribonucleotides that repair the skin and improve circulation. All the science and studies behind salmon sperm and DNA facials and treatments in this review....
Dr Rachel Ho explains PDRN skincare, salmon DNA, popular serums, evidence, side effects and how topical PDRN compares with injections i.e. PDRN skin boosters like Rejuran and Plinest....