Skincare

In October 2025, I attended the Dior International Skincare Summit 2026 in Tokyo, an exclusive, embargoed event for selected media and doctors ahead of the worldwide Dior Capture launch in January 2026. I was one of 3 representatives from Singapore invited to attend, and the summit gave us early access to the research behind the new Dior Capture Soft Crème, Rich Crème and Night Crème. Over the course of the summit, Dior Beauty’s researchers and dermatology collaborators shared the biotechnology, skin ageing science and formulation work behind the range, while we had the opportunity to question and critique the findings....

09 May, 2026 /

A guide to French pharmacy skincare from an aesthetic doctor and Parisian pharmacist. Everything you need to know about shopping for French pharmacy skincare brands, shopping tips, the skincare worth buying and the best pharmacies in Paris....

17 April, 2026 /

A doctor's review of the newly launched Augustinus Bader The Vitamin C Serum with a deep dive into vitamin C skincare and the science behind the formula. Find out if this luxury serum is worth its $560 price tag in this blogpost....

27 January, 2026 /

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....

17 January, 2026 /

Can Volufiline creams truly replace facial fillers? Volufiline™ skincare has taken TikTok by storm, with The Ordinary and Sungboon Editor's serums going viral for supposedly, filling up hollowness in the face. A doctor's review of the science and research behind Volufiline™ in this blogpost. Discover whether this buzzworthy ingredient is all hype or a genuine breakthrough in regenerative aesthetics....

08 November, 2025 /

The new Beauty of Joseon Day Dew Sunscreen is an exclusive release from the K-beauty brand; but does this sunscreen live up to the TikTok hype? A doctor's review of this sunscreen and analysis of the ingredient list- must read before buying!...

25 October, 2025 /

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?...

30 September, 2025 /

My review of Chanel’s new lip oil, Sublimage L'extrait Huile Levres Ultimate Lip Oil. At $458 for 7mls, it is a very expensive lip care product. An in depth look at its ingredients, wearability and hydration before it launches in September 2025. ...

29 August, 2025 /

Heading to Milan, Italy? My 5 best beauty stores in Milan- a curated list of hidden gems and niche cosmetics experiences for the skincare and cosmetic fans to shop in this blogpost, featuring City Labs, Fueguia 1833, Kiko Milano, Officine Universelle Buly 1803, Italian pharmacies, Santa Maria Novella and a bonus at the end!...

21 August, 2025 /

A dive into Dior's exclusive Rosapeptide™ technology and a doctor's review of Dior Prestige's La Micro Huile de Rose Advanced Serum, Le Nectar Integral and Le Baume de Minuit. Find out if this luxury skincare is worth the investment in this blogpost....

05 August, 2025 /