As with any medical substance or drug, there comes a list of risks and benefits. The recent death of a 32-year-old property agent in Singapore who went into cardiac arrest shortly after receiving Botox treatment has caused apprehension amongst the public in regard to this popular cosmetic procedure. This has brought unnecessary attention of Botox […]
Dealing with acne scars is often the result after having a bad pimple breakout. But why and how does acne scars form? The main reason is the damage to the skin that occurs during the healing process of acne, where there is either a gain or loss of collagen. Majority of the acne scars are […]
Hyperpigmentation is commonly faced by many in Singapore. Due to the excess of melanin produced by melanocytes, this skin condition occurs when some skin areas become darker in colour than the surrounding skin. There are several reasons that cause hyperpigmentation such as sun damage, hormonal stress, inflammation, or skin injuries. Fortunately, there is a solution […]
Our hands are part of how we interact with the world around us and they also give people a good impression when we greet them with a handshake. However, many still forget about including their hands in their anti-ageing routine. You may have spent time and money on rejuvenating your face and reducing the signs […]
A popular facial treatment among celebrities worldwide, the HydraFacial is an all-in-one facial resurfacing and rejuvenating treatment designed to tackle your skin woes. Unlike a traditional dermabrasion which can aggravate the skin, this treatment combines hydradermabrasion to reveal youthful, radiant skin without any redness or irritation. A Solution to Your Skin Concerns You might be […]
Focal hyperhidrosis is a disorder that causes excessive sweating in areas of the body such as palms, armpits and forehead, that is not necessarily related to heat or exercise. It can also be associated with excess bad smell and odor as a result of an overgrowth of bacteria in the area. Sweating is the mechanism […]
Dermaplaning is a facial exfoliating treatment available in aesthetic clinics in Singapore. This procedure involves a doctor to use a surgical scalpel to gently scrape off the peach fuzz and dead skin cells on the skin’s surface. Microscopic hairs and the build-up of dead skin can cause the complexion to appear flaky and dull, and […]
As the largest organ of our body, our skin is also a complex organ that contains thousands of hair follicles and tiny pores. The skin consists of 3 different layers: epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous layer. They perform important roles and functions to keep the body healthy, including protection, secretion and sensation. Protection: Our skin acts […]
Traditionally, rhinoplasty (or surgical nose job) and nose fillers have been the options for nose augmentation. There are recent trends and new technologies that are seeing a shift from fillers and surgeries, and moving towards nose threadlifts. Also known as Hiko nose threadlifts, this procedure is also popular due to the improved safety profile. What […]
You may start to notice ageing features in the chin, where the tight pulled-up skin under the chin slowly disappears and reveals a “turkey neck”. For those who are overweight, the neck can also develop localized fat deposits. Whether it is due to ageing, genetics or a little weight gain, the double chin is mostly […]
