The Confluence Dossier

An authoritative collection of dermatological insights, ingredient science, and beauty rituals by Dr.TWL Dermaceuticals.


How to Get Mochi Skin – Ask a Dermatologist

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…

Natural Acne Treatment: Berberine

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…

Ingredient Spotlight: Benefits of 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 Brassica Oleracea - the genus that includes broccoli…

Ingredient Spotlight: Green Tea 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…

Skincare for Beginners: Cleansing Tips From a Dermatologist

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…

The Most Comfortable Wireless Bra for Sensitive Skin

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…

The Best Anti-Maskne Face Mask

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”…
Collagen Up Anti Ageing Facial Wand

Microcurrent Device for Face: Dermatologist Designed

A microcurrent facial stimulates your facial muscles, with lifting and anti-aging effects. In this article, we'll explain the science behind microcurrent facials, and introduce a dermatologist designed microcurrent device for face in at-home…

Dermatologist-Recommended Skincare Routine on How to Get Glass Skin

How to get glass skin? In this article we'll go through the dermatologist-recommended skincare routine to get get glass skin, explaining the science behind each step.What is glass skin? Glass skin is a beauty trend that features…

Breakouts on Your Body? Back Acne Treatment & Prevention

Body acne, or truncal acne refers to acne affecting the body, and is common in acne patients. For example, around 50% of those with facial acne have acne on the back and on the chest. In this article we will explain the causes of breakouts…