The Confluence Dossier

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


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Best Facial Mist: Deep Sea Water For The Skin

Sea water has been used for its anti-aging and deep-cleansing properties, however, recent studies have revealed that not all sea water is equally as beneficial for the skin. While all sea water provides the skin with nourishment, deep sea water…

Polyglutamic Acid: The Ultimate Hydrating Skincare Ingredient

Found to hold up to 5000 times its own weight in water, polyglutamic acid is the latest powerhouse hydrating skincare ingredient. "Cosmeceuticals such as polyglutamic acid, which is a large molecule, sits on the surface of the skin while functioning…

The Best Moisturizer Ingredient: Shea Butter 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 Butyrospermum Parkii, or shea butter for skin, and…

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…

Ingredient Spotlight: Cica for Your 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 Cica, and go through the science behind its benefits…
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Skincare Vitamins – Singapore Dermatologist Insights

Heard of Vitamin K and E? The world of beauty seems abuzz with these skincare vitamins which we never really noticed, until now. Is this fact or fad? If you ever had a question about your skin and skincare, here’s a tip —ask a dermatologist.…
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Retinol Skincare Vs Oligopeptides – Dermatologist Insights

Dr. Teo Wan Lin is an accredited dermatologist in Singapore practising at TWL Specialist Skin & Laser Centre, and the author of the Skincare Bible — Dermatologist Tips on Cosmeceutical Skincare. She is also the founder of  Dr.TWL Dermaceuticals,…
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Dermatologist Pimple Cream with 3 secret ingredients for effective acne spot treatment

Have you heard about our latest dermatologist pimple cream? We have engineered the Blemish Spot Cream with ingredients from natural botanicals to specifically target the prevention of acne breakouts and treat acne. Read on to find out more…