Category: Face

Patients today are always on the lookout for the most innovative and minimally-invasive treatments that aren’t only safe and effective, but also provide natural-looking results. When it comes to lifting the face, the first option that comes to mind is the traditional facelift – an age-old procedure that has existed for over 100 years. However, […]

Skin pigmentation is a prominent problem that is an inevitable part of the natural aging process – yet is largely manageable. When talking about pigmentation, you have to talk about melanocytes – pigment-producing cells that are responsible for making melanin in our skin. The amount of melanin that we have is what determines our skin color […]

As we enter our 20s, our skin’s ability to synthesize collagen and elastin gradually decreases with every year. With the loss of precious collagen and elastin resources – the signs of aging start to become more prevalent – including skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles, and a dull and tired appearance. In addition, our skin also […]

This is the second instalment of a seven-part series, where we invite skin and beauty experts to explain the intricacies of the vitamins found in our skincare products. What types of vitamin B are taken orally, and which ones are best applied topically? With eight different variants and each boasting their individual benefits, the functions […]

What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory ailment of the skin which affects about 3-5% of people in the world, occurring most frequently in fair-skinned individuals. Documented cases typically begin to experience symptoms between 30 to 50 years old. Rosacea usually begins as a mild red flush around the nose and cheeks in the […]

Collagen – it is the most important and abundant protein source in our body that is vital in keeping us looking young and vibrant. In fact, it constitutes about 75% of the weight of your skin, and around 30% of your total body protein mass. By the time you are 80, you will actually have 4 […]

Facial sagging is undoubtedly the biggest telltale signs of aging. Achieving a plump and youthful face no longer requires you to go under the knife –  minimally-invasive procedures such as thread lifts and dermal fillers are now growing increasingly popular given its minimal downtime period and extremely natural-looking results. While it is not possible to […]

Everyone desires to look and stay young, but we all know that aging is an inevitable process of life. Starting as early as our mid 20s, our skin starts to sag and lose its elasticity as we grow older – which is further exacerbated when exposed to UV (ultraviolet) rays, pollution and stress on a […]

Pregnancy is a wonderful gift, but it can cause some drastic changes in a woman’s body – particularly her hormones. So, while you might have heard that pregnant moms tend to be blessed with glowing, radiant skin throughout their pregnancy – the truth is that more than half of women can expect to develop acne. […]

Growing old is inevitable – and all thanks to the skin’s natural aging process, the gradual loss of collagen causes our skin’s elasticity to decrease and sag, especially on the areas of the cheeks, brow and chin. If deep laughter lines, a flattening of the cheeks, increased wrinkles and drooping eyelids sounds familiar, you are […]