Dr Rachel Ho explains perimenopause and menopause symptoms, HRT safety, nonhormonal treatment, skin changes and Singapore guidelines...
Dr Rachel Ho explains an evidence based skin longevity routine for Asian skin, including sunscreen, retinoids, antioxidants, barrier care and limitations....
A doctor's guide to skin longevity for Asian skin, including pigmentation, barrier health, inflammation, skincare and treatment options in Singapore....
A doctor’s guide to how GLP-1 medications may affect facial volume, skin, hair and nails, including hair shedding, skin laxity, causes and care....
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Rachel Ho (@drrachelho) One of the rewarding aspects of my job as an aesthetic doctor is to be a part of my patients’ life journeys. Milestones like their weddings are a monumental part of their lives; and whenever my patients enlist me in their wedding prep, I feel very honoured for their trust in me for one of the biggest days in their lives. Wedding skin prep is one instance where patients come in with a very clear deadline (i.e. their wedding date and/or pre wedding shoot). The stakes are high for my...
Keratosis pilaris, or chicken skin,and presents differently in Singaporean and Asian skin compared to Caucasians. The spectrum of filaggrin gene mutations that result in KP also differs in Asians versus European populations, making locally informed treatment essential. This doctor's review explains the causes, genetic factors, and evidence-based treatment options for chicken skin and its sequelae. ...
Skin longevity insights from the NUS Geromedicine Longevity Conference 2026. As our understanding of systemic healthspan improves, some of the lessons and research into biological processes of ageing can also advance skin longevity. Sharing my takeaways from this conference and ongoing research into cellular senescence, mitophagy and NAD+ supplementation....
Hormonal changes during your menstrual cycle can worsen acne due to hormonal shifts. Learn about the biology behind breakouts and acne flares by acne and cycle-sync your skincare routine through these phases and hormonal fluctuations for better skin support....
Dr Rachel Ho explains adult female acne, hormonal influences, skincare, treatment options and care for recurring breakouts in Singapore....
The first-ever Skin Alliance Malaysia–Singapore 2025 was a landmark event for bridging medical education and clinical practice in the region. At this event, I had the honor of moderating the key panel on digital platforms to reshape patient education for healthcare professionals. Sharing the highlights and insights from this event in this blogpost....