Dr Rachel Ho’s Blog
Stay informed of the latest news and expert insights in skincare science, beauty tips and aesthetic trends.
Should You Try Dermaplaning for Smoother Skin?
Is dermaplaning the secret to baby smooth skin? This DIY home treatment uses a blade to exfoliate dead skin and remove vellus “peach-fuzz” hairs. The result: instantly smoother skin. But dermaplaning is not without risks- infections and inflammation can be worsened. A guide to dermaplaning safely at home in this blogpost.
Chanel Sublimage Ultimate Lip Oil review
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.
Lancôme Skin Science Club Singapore 2025 Highlights
Lancôme Skin Science Club Singapore 2025 highlights- a futuristic pop up consisting of advanced Skin Screen diagnostics, luxury skincare and skin longevity masterclass.
Milan, Italy: 5 Best Beauty Stores
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!
Dior Beauty Prestige Skincare Review
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.
Doctor’s POV: SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap
Can a $48 face wrap sculpt your jawline and boost collagen — or is it just another beauty gimmick? A doctor's POV of the viral SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap. Dive into the science of face compression and what actually works when it comes to lifting and contouring the jawline. If you're curious about this trending productread this blogpost first!
Is Vegan or Plant PDRN as effective as Salmon PDRN?
Is vegan PDRN as effective as salmon PDRN? All the skincare science you need to know about plant and micro-organism derived PDRN in skincare; the benefits and problems with this new skincare trend in this review.
Dior Beauty Makes Skincare Fun Again
Designer eye masks and multi-functional balms that are perfect for Instagram? Dior Beauty is bringing back fun and style in skincare with Mousse OFF/ON Foaming Cleanser, Le Baume, and Hydra Life Eye Patches. But are they more than just pretty packaging? My review and the skincare science in this blogpost.
