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!...
Is Singapore getting too hot to handle? Bad news if you're in Singapore- heat and humidity have made Formula One declare the Singapore Grand a “heat hazard” for the first time in 2025. If you're live in the tropics, this should not come as a surprise with global warming affecting temperatures in Singapore and the region. Here’s all you need to know about the weather in Singapore that can impact your skin; and tips to protect your skin from these ailments. To sweat is human 1. Heat rash Heat rash is a skin condition caused by blocked sweat glands and sweat ducts. As a...
Ectoin (also ectoine) is predicted to be 2024's hottest skincare ingredient. Ectoin is an extremolyte that protects organisms from extreme conditions. In the skin, ectoin can strengthen the skin barrier and quench dry skin. Explaining the science and studies behind this trending ingredient that will be on everyone's lips in 2024. in this active ingredient guide....
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?...
5 scandals and controversies in the beauty industry: from skincare companies sneaking in toxic ingredients, stealing secrets; to cosmetic companies faking their trials and tests results, I've got the tea and receipts. Unethical behaviour by some popular beauty brands gets exposed; because the internet does not forget....
A doctor's skincare guide for acne & acne prone skin. Drugstore active ingredients to fight pimples and blemishes that are economical and over the counter, no prescription needed....
The science of skincare: acids & chemical exfoliation explained. Everything you need to know to get brighter, smoother and more even toned skin in this guide. From the difference between AHAs vs BHAs vs PHAs to how exactly you should be choosing your acids in skincare for different skin types in this review....
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!...
Are sonic facial cleansing devices worth it? Powered by high tech sonic technology, the soft silicone bristles thoroughly cleanse the skin and undo damage from air pollution while keeping the skin barrier protected. A look at the science of sonic cleansing brushes and my review of the latest in beauty tech, the FOREO LUNA 3....
How does drinking coffee or using caffeine in skincare affect your skin? Coffee may reduce your risk of skin cancer, cellulite and rosacea. However, caffeine in eye creams may not improve dark eye circles and eye bags. Everything about coffee and your skin explained in this review....