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Rosacea and sensitive skin can flare up due to triggers and skincare ingredients. Learn about the skincare do's and dont's for rosacea and sensitive skin. Skincare ingredients to use and avoid in this review.
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes redness, flushing, blood vessels (telangiectasias) and acne. Learn about the triggers for rosacea, causes and types of rosacea. Skincare and medical treatments for rosacea are also reviewed in this blogpost.
Are there foods that cause acne? Yes. High glycemic foods, chocolates and certain milk and dairy products (skim milk) are linked to acne. This review looks at the evidence behind whether our favourite food like ice cream, oily food and more can cause pimples. Also, learn about the role of probiotic drinks and supplements in reducing acne.
Dr Rachel Ho explains acne treatment in Singapore, including topical medication, isotretinoin, hormonal therapy, LED, peels and selected lasers.
Dr Rachel Ho compares retinol, retinal and tretinoin for acne and skin ageing, including strengths, side effects, pregnancy and how to start safely.
5 skin conditions associated with Covid-19 have been identified by dermatologists: Covid toes (pseudo frostbite or pseudo chilblain); vesicular eruption, urticaria or hives, maculopapular rash and livedo reticularis. This review looks at the newest symptoms of the coronavirus infection.
Does wearing face masks give you acne, clogged pores and skin irritation? Humidity and friction from wearing surgical face masks causes increased sebum, inflammation and encourages bacterial growth to cause pimple outbreaks. Here's how you can can avoid and treat acne from face masks at home with these skincare tips.
Hyaluronic acid is an affordable skincare ingredient that hydrates, plump and smoothen skin. I review 5 of the best hyaluronic acid serums and mosturisers in this blogpost. Cult favourite brands like CeraVe, The Ordinary, NIOD, Hada Labo and Calecim are featured.
All you need to know about hyaluronic acid (HA) in skincare in this doctor's review: the benefits & why your skin needs this humectant, high vs low molecular weight hyaluronic acids; and how to choose an effective HA serum or cream. Learn to use it right and layer like a pro to keep your skin moisturised.
