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Daily Habits That May Cause Acne Scarring (Bet You Didn't Know)

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

Benefits of Laser Treatments You Didn't Know

The older one gets, the less chance topical skincare products are going to be as effective as with younger skin when it comes to erasing wrinkles and pigmentation as well as improving other types of skin imperfections. Although anti-aging serums and face masks can do wonders for your skin, they become less effective over time when the signs of aging become more visible. Many people are turning to laser treatments to turn back the clock and reverse signs of premature aging symptoms. When it comes to seeing effective results for wrinkles, fine lines, and improving overall skin texture, the best option is a laser treatment. Advanced laser treatments work by stimulating the skin to produce new collagen to achieve a more youthful appearance, with minimal downtime. We talk to  Dr. Siew Tuck Wah  from  Radium Medical Aesthetics , who helps hundreds of people achieve their desired skin tone with laser treatments, and here are 5 skin benefits lasers can do for us. Reduce pigmentati

How to Reverse Sun Damage on Your Skin

Your skin is under constant attack from the harmful UV rays and other harsh environmental conditions. As you age, the skin texture declines, pigments and wrinkles appear on the face because of the unprotected sun exposure.  While getting some pigments on the face may not be dangerous to your health, these spots are often seen as a sign of aging. It is not uncommon to see active sportsmen spotting random pigments on their face, neck, arms, and hands. These pigments can be unsightly but they don't have to be permanently imprinted on your face. These dark spots can be easily removed from your skin with laser treatments.  We get the details from  Dr. Siew Tuck Wah  from Radium Medical Aesthetics and find out how to identify sun damaged skin and options to restore the youthful look you expect. What is sun damage? Sun damage does not only happen when the sun rays are strong. Even when the sun is hanging low, you are at risk of exposing yourself to harmful UVA and UVB ray

What You Need To Know About Rejuran Healer Treatment

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If you have been conscientious in doing your research on anti-aging aesthetic treatments in Singapore, you will probably come across the word ‘Rejuran Healer’. For those who have never tried it before, this article will be helpful in filling you in on the facts about Rejuran Healer. We talk to a veteran aesthetic doctor in Singapore,  Dr. Siew Tuck Wah  from  Radium Medical Aesthetics  as he tells us more about Rejuran Healer and how it can help you achieve your anti-aging goals without having to undergo cosmetic surgery. What is Rejuran Healer? Rejuran Healer  originated from Korea. It was made popular in many Asian countries where smooth complexion is highly desirable. It is commonly referred to as PDRN Therapy, Miracle Healer Injection, or 婴儿针.  It is a  dermal filler treatment  made of polynucleotides. In layman’s terms, Rejuran Healer is a deep healing treatment at the DNA level. The contents of Rejuran Healer are derived from salmon.  Studies have shown

Do Attractive People Have Longer Lives?

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

Doctor's Guide to Types of Scars and Effective Treatment Methods

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

Can Undereye Lines Be Removed with Laser Treatment?

As clichéd as it may sound, but our eyes are the “mirror of the soul”. Your eyes are inevitably the first thing people lay their eyes on when they meet you for the first time. For this reason, most of us would like our eyes to stay lifted and youthful for as long as possible. Unfortunately, the natural process of aging is harsh on your eyes. In fact, first signs of aging appear on the eyes because the skin around our eyes is extremely thin and delicate. Furthermore, we abuse our eyes a lot more than other part of the body. We spend most of our waking moments using the computer and mobile phones, forgetting to give our precious eyes a good break. So why do fine lines appear under the eyes and can laser treatment erase the fine lines under your eyes effectively? We get the inside scoop from Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director from Radium Medical Aesthetics as he tells us more about the aging of the eyes and if it can be reversed with laser treatments. Aging Process of t