Are you looking for non-drying pimple cream to help with maskne? Well, there are a few features you need to look out for in a pimple cream because maskne is not just regular acne. We speak to accredited Singapore dermatologist, Dr. Teo Wan Lin, on the importance of choosing a pimple cream with low irritation […]
The benefits of facial massage are well understood based on scientific studies that prove skin physiology affects the health of the skin. Firstly, post-operations, dermatologists and surgeons, often encourage massage of the healed wound area once the scar has formed. This is to reduce post-operation redness and hyperpigmentation. Massage essentially increases the flow of blood […]
Dandruff is a common scalp condition involving abnormal scalp flaking. Half of the adult human population have dandruff at some time in their lives. Flaking is the most visible sign of dandruff and one may see them on one’s hair and shoulders. While it might be the most visible sign, it’s not always the first. […]
Your pillowcase plays an essential role for good sleep. However, it can be an unexpected culprit behind your skin concerns, and on the flip side, be useful in acne treatment. An average person will spend 229,961 hours in their lifetime sleeping. Given that an average person sleeps 8 hours every night, dermatologists advise that the […]
Choosing the right material for your comb can sometimes be difficult. It can make a difference in your hair’s health and appearance. Using the proper comb for a specific hair type, texture and style can be the difference between good and poor hair health as well. For example, a bamboo comb or paddle brush is […]
If you’ve ever had a blind pimple, also known as cystic acne, you know how painful it can be. These red bumps are not like a typical whitehead pimple. They live beneath the surface of your skin and do not come to a head. Blind pimples can form from a combination of sebum, bacteria, and […]
There are multiple steps in minimising the spread of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Wearing a face mask is one of them. Recently, you may have heard about “double masking”, which refers to layering one mask on another. In this article, we will discuss how effective double masking is in preventing the spread of droplets, and […]
Amino acids are organic compounds that combine to form proteins, which are the building blocks of life. They play an important role in maintaining your overall health. In particular, amino acids are necessary for healthy skin. They help to protect our skin from free-radical damage as well as reduce signs of ageing. In this article, […]
Adenosine in cosmetics is generally popular for its anti-ageing properties, being an effective ingredient for decreasing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Adenosine also has soothing and wound healing properties, being widely used in medicine as an adjunct therapy for healing, therefore, adenosine can be commonly found as an ingredient in skincare products. In […]
Japanese Knotweed is a popular spring vegetable in Asian cultures. It has many uses in traditional Japanese and Chinese medicine to treat sicknesses. These include cough, hepatitis, joint pain, asthma, cancer, and hypertension. This plant is also highly praised for its high content of a particular chemical known as resveratrol as well. In this article, […]