Category: Acne

For as far as much as we can mostly remember, we have all had the misfortune of being affected by the bane that is acne. Whilst acne can be seen as common, and, at the best of times, a rite of passage, cystic acne takes on a markedly more significant role and is often painful […]

Some people experience acne as part of puberty. Unfortunately, acne becomes a lifelong problem that needs professional acne treatments for others. An estimated 15% of adult women suffer from acne, causing undesirable acne scars that never seem to go away. According to studies by sciencedirect.com, ‘Acne vulgaris (AV), which was first described in the 6th century AD, […]

Acne, and its resulting acne scars, is an affliction that occurs not just in teens but also in a great many adults as well. For those that have them, one can relate that the imperfections they leave on the skin can cause a great deal of stress and embarrassment over their unsightly reddishness. Over the years, dermatologists […]

When it comes to facial skin rejuvenation and acne treatments, two methods have revolutionised the industry. These two ground-breaking treatments are micro-needling and radiofrequency (RF). With the progression and evolution of aesthetic therapies in Singapore and the world over, aesthetic clinics have now seen a rise in using INFINI treatment. The state of our skin […]

For many of us who are not disciplined in maintaining a regular skincare routine, doing the bare minimum of washing our face twice a day is considered a feat. Up till recently, however, many have jumped onto the bandwagon of double cleansing. Is it meant for everyone, and is it necessary to implement it into our skincare […]

Acne occurs when excess sebum (oil), dead skin cells, and bacteria accumulate in our pores. Pores appear as minute openings in the skin that allow oil and sweat to flow from the glands to the skin’s surface. This can lead to inflammation and the growth of acne lesions (pimples). Smaller clogged pores often result in […]

Author: Dr Branden Seow The Clifford Clinic has been successful when it comes to treating patients with acne and acne scars. As we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, we have also noticed an increase in patients experiencing acne outbreaks and skin rashes from wearing facial masks or after their vaccinations. In today’s article, we […]