Beauty Blogs: Non-Surgical Aesthetic Treatments in Singapore

Every year, acne affects more than 50 million people in America alone. Although the number of people who have acne is alarming, it does not get as much attention as other chronic diseases because people see it as a cosmetic problem.  For most people, acne begins around puberty and grow out of it by the time they are n their mid-20s. However, some people may continue to get acne until they are in their 30s, 40s or beyond. In fact, some people may also get acne for the first time as an adult. What causes acne? Picture this - There are about 2,500 to 6,000 sebaceous glands per square of the skin. These glands secrete an oily matter called sebum. When sebum, dead skin cells and bacteria are stuck in the pores or hair follicles, inflammation may occur, leading to acne. Sometimes when there is a breakage in the wall of the pore, deeper lesions may occur, resulting in more serious inflammation of the skin.  These blockages and inflammation of the pores result in acneic sk

Our skin is the body's largest organ. This is sufficient reason for us to spend more time and effort to take care of our skin. Our skin is constantly exposed to harmful pollutants and UV rays that cause our skin to age prematurely.  Other than slowing down the production of collagen and elastin fibres, the skin can be affected by acne and acne scars. With many acne treatments in Singapore , it is increasingly challenging to discern which are effective and which are not.  We speak with one of the most popular aesthetic doctors in Singapore, Dr. Siew Tuck Wah as he tells us more about the do's and don’ts on how to manage acne-prone skin. Do: Watch what you eat Eat a balanced diet rich in fiber like green leafy vegetables, nuts, and food rich in omega-3 fatty acids like fish and seafood. Drink lots of water to hydrate your body (and your skin) especially during hot and dry weather. Do: Design a suitable skincare regime that works for you (and stick with it)

Acne is not the most painful thing anyone has to manage during puberty. Adults who have gone through severe acne in their teenage years would say that the most difficult issue they have to struggle with is the unsightly acne scars that are left behind after acne breakout.  Nursing an acne breakout amidst a busy schedule is difficult enough, but the emotional trauma that acne scars leave behind is far-reaching.  For people who have been suffering from recurring acne breakout, the biggest challenge is nurse your skin back to its original state without causing any permanent damage or scarring to the face.  We speak to Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics, to tell us how to treat acne and acne scars effectively with minimal risk of permanent scarring.  Squeeze your pimples Your skin doctor always tells you not to squeeze your pimples. You probably heard this a thousand times but you are still doing it. Popping a pimple using your hands incre