Skin

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. ...

15 March, 2026 /

Heading to Seoul, Korea? Sharing my expert picks for must visit beauty shops for all your trending and cult favourite cosmetics; budget beauty finds, flagships, personalised beauty labs, niche scent houses, pro makeup tool shops, Korean pharmacy recommendations with insider tips to get the most of your K-beauty shopping....

03 November, 2025 /

Exercising may be good for your overall health,but working out can cause infections and injuries like calluses, chafing, fungal infections; and exacerbations of acne and eczema. All you need to know about common skin conditions and athletes and how to treat and prevent them. A Hyrox Singapore special blogpost!...

21 June, 2025 /

Are you a Sagger, Sinker, or Wrinkler? A must-read for anyone looking to understand how ageing affects the face and optimal treatments for different signs of ageing-sagging skin, volume loss, and wrinkles....

12 June, 2025 /

If you turn red from drinking alcohol, this blush may be more harmful than you think! Learn about the Asian Flushing Syndrome, a common disorder in Asia; and the side effects of alcohol on the skin in this blogpost. Cheers!...

29 October, 2024 /

Back from Milan last month to share with you new injectable treatments for anti-aging and younger looking skin. Get first dibs on Hybrid Cooperative Complex Injectable Moisturiser Structura and new techniques to rejuvenate signs of aging in the upper face before it reaches Singapore- the latest news and loads of pictures in this blogpost!...

11 May, 2024 /

Meet skincare’s newest influencers: Generation Alpha. Baby Beauty and tween skincare influencers are shaping the beauty industry with stores like Sephora and cosmetics brands like e.l.f Cosmetics and Bubble leveraging on TikTok to win over young kids. A look at how the skin of children differ from adults; and how to select skincare for paediatrics. Also, answering the question of whether should children use retinol. Parents, what do you think of this trend of children becoming skincare obsessed?...

17 December, 2023 /

What are active ingredients in skincare and how do they work? Often referred to as "actives", these are the ingredients that are biologically active and can change the structure or function of the skin- to bring about therapeutic benefits for the skin. This doctor's review of active ingredients will give you an overview of these actives to improve your skin; and a guide to mixing them to improve your skin health- from reducing dark spots, fine lines, acne and more!...

24 January, 2023 /

What is the skin barrier and why does it matter? A doctor's guide to repairing your skin for healthier skin and protecting against dryness and ageing. If you're a skincare aficionado, an optimal skin barrier will also improve the results of your products....

04 January, 2022 /

Travelling for the holidays? Your skin may look dull and feel dry and puffy on flights. Here's a guide to keeping your skin moisturised and barrier at its best on your flight, with a face mask on. No inflight sheet mask or champagne selfie needed!...

02 December, 2021 /