Category: Acne

What is Gold Photothermal Therapy (Gold PTT)? If you have been reading my recent blogposts, or even visited my clinic, you would likely have heard of Gold PTT, as it is one of my most recommended treatments for recurrent acne.  However, Gold PTT is more than just an acne treatment, it can effectively help restore […]

Acne scars are the biggest concern that patients have when they first experience a breakout. Causing significant emotional distress and a loss of self-esteem – it has been reported that 11% of men and 14% of women will experience acne scars at any point of time. Unfortunately, it is hard to predict if you will […]

If having an acne breakout isn’t distressing enough – unsightly acne scars that don’t seem to fade can be an even bigger hurdle to overcome. “Scarring” occurs when the collagen in our skin gets damaged from inflammation –leading to permanent texture changes in the skin. While certain scars will naturally fade away overtime, the ones […]

It has been nearly two decades since there has been any innovation in the acne treatment industry – and the escalating concern about antibiotic resistance has driven the need for a more effective, safe and durable treatment. The problem with majority of acne treatments to date (e.g. Isotretinoin, birth control pills and antibiotics) is that […]

Going for a facial when you have acne can be a frightening experience – especially when you come out of it with red, irritated skin, or even worse – next-day eruptions. Hydrafacial is a medical-grade facial that is different from your typical salon facial – providing cleaning, exfoliation, peeling and extraction benefits squeezed into a single […]

Our ethnic origins influence the structure and way our skin looks. It has been well studied that there are numerous differences among various ethnic groups – which calls for a more adaptable and tailored approach to treating and caring for our skin. While Asians are often envied upon for their fair skin, there are certain […]

If you think that gold is just a piece of expensive, luxurious metal – think again. Did you know: gold has actually been applied in various medical treatments for centuries, and is now being used to treat low-to-intermediate grade tumors within the prostate? Due to technological advancements in nanotechnology – gold nanoparticles has allowed us to […]

Rosacea What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic facial skin ailment which typically begins around 30 years of age. Affected individuals will experience intermittent swelling and redness around the cheeks, chin, nose, eyes and forehead. In severe cases, the rashes will spread to the neck, chest, scalp, ears, and even into the eyes. These flushes […]