Dr Rachel Ho explains Melanotan and MT2 peptides for tanning, how they stimulate pigment cells, safety concerns, mole changes, melanoma concerns and safer alternatives....
Dr Rachel Ho explains the ECM skin booster controversy in Korea, including donated human tissue, safety, ethics, regulation, patient consent, alternatives and what it means for skin longevity treatment planning....
Dr Rachel Ho explains ECM skin boosters, the role of matrix in the skin, including the science, clinical evidence and limitation and side effects with insights from Korean dermatologists. A must read for anyone considering acellular dermal matrix treatments in Singapore and Korea....
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....
AMWC Monaco 2026: Skin Longevity & Regenerative Aesthetic Trends One of the aspects of aesthetic medicine is the fast paced nature of its growth and evolution. This specialty moves quickly with new technologies, evolving science, shifting trends. Staying at the forefront of aesthetic dermatology requires more than staying up to date by reading journals. It also means showing up where the conversations are happening, before the findings get published and learning from the experts pushing the field forward. For this reason, I travelled all the way from Singapore to Monaco for the Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress (AMWC) 2026. It...
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....
Aesthetic treatments to undo and delay signs of ageing are on the rise; but how safe are they? Discussing a couple of popular cosmetic treatments that are trending around the world with a doctor's take on risky aesthetic treatments....
Move over Cica and snail mucin. The trending Korean skincare ingredients to know right now are heartleaf, mugwort and rice water. Explaining the science and benefits of popular K-beauty ingredients including new and familiar favourites like ginseng in this expert's guide to Korean skincare ingredients....
Skincare and K-beauty fans, this is your sign to head to Seoul. Sharing my best and favourite beauty stores and experiences in Korea; beyond Olive Young, Tamburins and Sulwhasoo. Get a personalised colour analysis, live your K-drama dreams and discover flagships of your favourite brands (and at better deals) with all my recommendations and tips in this review....
What is skin flooding? #SkinFlooding is Tiktok's latest trend; and a useful way to hydrate the skin. This blogpost is a guide to learning about this skincare trend as well as how to get maximum moisture out of your skincare with minimum steps. Say goodbye to overloading your skin with exccessive and unnecessary moisturising products and learn to care for your moisture barrier the right way....