Beauty Blogs: Non-Surgical Aesthetic Treatments in Singapore

Galderma Laboratories, a medical solution provider in skin health, announced in November 2018 that it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the use of  Restylane Lyft , one of their most popular Hyaluronic Acid (HA) dermal filler, with a cannula for cheek augmentation and the correction of age-related mid-face contour deficiencies in patients over the age of 21. For those who are unaware, a cannula is a thin, flexible tube with a small opening that provides an avenue for the delivery of fillers into the face. It can be done easily and with ease because of the  malleability of the needle. “I am glad that the U.S. FDA has approved the use of cannula to deliver Restylane Lyft for mid-face augmentation. I have always preferred to use cannula to deliver fillers especially in sensitive, hard-to-reach areas,” said Dr. Siew Tuck Wah , one of the leading aesthetic doctors in Singapore . Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics

Of the two sexes, women are known to be more self-conscious about their physical appearance. However, in recent years there has been a growing trend in men who are increasingly open to using skincare products and receive non-surgical anti-aging treatments to age-proof their skin.  As it is more cost-effective and convenient to start anti-aging journey in the early 30s, many medical aesthetic clinics in Singapore are seeing younger clients, especially male who want to improve their appearance. They are no longer shying away from aesthetic treatments.  Dr. Siew Tuck Wah of Radium Medical Aesthetics, tell us more about the beauty trends that are increasingly popular with men. Acne scar treatment Uneven skin caused by depressed scars is one of the leading complaints men have when they visit their aesthetic doctor. Men, like most women, want smoother skin. According to Dr. Siew,  CO2 skin resurfacing fractional laser  does a good job at smoothening skin irregularities such

Aging is a natural process that everyone has to go through regardless of ethnicity, race, and gender. This is why cosmetic manufacturers are creating creams to ride on the growing trend of the beauty business. In recent years, beauty creams are packaged in smaller containers but the price is creeping upwards.  First signs of aging often happen around the eyes. Whether it’s wrinkles around the eyes, eye bags, dark eye circles, or droopy eyelids, people with these aesthetic problems often look older than they really are.  We talk to Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, a veteran aesthetic doctor in Singapore , to give us some tips on how to age proof our eyes. Do eye creams have any benefits? If so, what are the benefits? Dr. Siew:  You need to look beyond the marketing campaigns and packaging. Focus on the ingredient list and do your homework. Most over-the-counter (OTC) eye creams claim that using them will deliver dramatic results. Unfortunately, these creams are usually a letdown. The

It is a known fact that good looking people tend to do better in life as compared to their peers. Studies have shown that they land jobs more easily and get promoted at work more quickly too. Now there's evidence they live longer, too.  Scientists have found that people with attractive faces live longer than those whose faces don’t raise pulses very much, according to a research paper published in the scientific journal Evolution and Human Behavior. In 2012, some scientists from University of Edinburgh carried out a test to find out whether adults who looked less attractive died before their more attractive peers. The scientists then followed the people over a seven-year period to see who died first.  In the end, the seven-year study found that looking older rather than looking less attractive predicted an early death. The study also concluded that having an attractive face is also closely related to looking younger. This is because younger people often look healthier

Our skin weights about 8 pounds, covering a surface area of about 22 square feet. Most of us take our skin for granted but very few people know its importance in keeping us alive. Our skin is waterproof, insulating us from extreme weather conditions, and keeping out pollutants and harmful chemicals out of our body.  The skin is also very vulnerable because it covers our whole body, shielding us from the harsh conditions. A small injury or trauma can make a big difference in how it looks, leaving unsightly scars that can be etched on the skin for life. Throughout our lives, our skin is subject to injuries, trauma, and acne. Most people are affected by acne scarring because acne scars on the face can be unsightly.   The truth is that these scars will never completely go away. However, there are various treatment options that can help reduce its appearance.  Different types of scars There are several different types of scars including:  HYPERTROPHIC SCARS  are rai