Many mask-wearers have complained of maskne which refers to occlusion-type acne that has appeared from prolonged wearing of face masks. In this article, accredited dermatologist at TWL Specialist Skin and Laser Centre Dr. Teo Wan Lin goes through the possible causes of maskne, the types of face masks that can prevent acne, and silk mask for […]
Sunprotection clothing & fabric face masks My invention of ultraviolet-protective face masks with additional anti-aging benefits, cosmeceutical benefits is described in my white paper on maskne. Textile cosmeceuticals or cosmetotextiles refer to fabrics that have skincare benefits. I elaborated on my concept of the application of UPF 50+ biofunctional textiles for treatment and prevention of maskne […]
Dr. Teo Wan Lin is an accredited dermatologist and the key author of original published research on biofunctional textiles and the effects of fabrics on the skin microbiome in peer-reviewed journals. She is also the founder of the Biomaterials engineering arm of Dr. TWL Dermaceuticals and the inventor of the original biofunctional textile fabric mask […]
What is mochi skin and how do I get it? Mochi skin focuses on skin that is supple, bouncy, poreless and well hydrated. In this article, we will introduce a dermatologist-recommended skincare routine for mochi skin. What is mochi skin? The latest beauty trend emerging from Japan, mochi skin is all about bouncy, plump and […]
As mask wearing becomes the norm, acne treatment under the mask should move away from traditional astringent ingredients to botanical anti-inflammatory active ingredients. In this article, we will introduce the science behind how the best natural acne treatment, Berberine, works. Natural acne treatment “I proposed in my paper on maskne published in the Journal of […]
In this ingredient spotlight series, we’ll be highlighting active ingredients and how they are beneficial to your skin health. In this article, we will break down the active ingredient Brassica Oleracea – the genus that includes broccoli – and go through the science behind broccoli benefits for skin. What is Brassica, or broccoli for skin? […]
In this ingredient spotlight series, we’ll be highlighting active ingredients and how they are beneficial to your skin health. In this article, we will break down the active ingredient Camellia Sinensis, or green tea for skin, and go through the science behind its benefits for your skin. What is green tea for skin? When we […]
Do you know how to cleanse your face correctly? Are you using the right type of cleanser? In this article, we give you a sneak peek from one of the episodes of the Skincare Masterclass, where board-certified dermatologist Dr. Teo Wan Lin shares cleansing tips and introduces the fundamentals of cleansing. Including excerpts from Skincare […]
I’m sure every woman who’s reading this has their preferred brand of undergarments. While we may own many bras, there will always be the few we go back to, because they’re just comfortable. On the flip side, every woman knows that nothing can ruin your day more quickly than an uncomfortable bra. Especially one that […]
In this article, we will go through causes of maskne, the design of a 3d mask, and introduce the best anti-maskne face mask. Including references from Dr. Teo Wan Lin’s white paper on “The “Maskne” microbiome – pathophysiology and therapeutics” published in the International Journal of Dermatology. What is maskne? Universal mask-wearing has become one […]