Beauty Blogs: Non-Surgical Aesthetic Treatments in Singapore

Losing hair at a young age can cause your self-esteem to take a hit, making you devastated and demoralised. Hair loss is a problem that affects both men and women.  However, hair loss generally affects women more than men because society is more accepting of men with little or no hair. Hair loss is widely regarded as an aesthetic issue rather than a medical one. This means that seeking treatment is not necessary, but an optional one. In the U.S. alone, men represent about 40 percent of the entire population of hair loss sufferers in the world. However, research is lagging behind for females because of the embarrassment, fear, and shame will keep them from sharing their symptoms. We speak to Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics, as he shares with us the main causes of hair loss, treatments available and some simple ways we can prevent hair loss.  Common causes of hair loss Our hair is in a constant cycle of growth, rest, and renewal. The

Aging often starts from around the eyes. Your eyes often reveals how old you actually are.  If you are someone who dismisses the use of eye cream because you think it is redundant, you might want to think again. At some point in our lives, it might have crossed our minds if our regular face moisturiser can double up as an eye cream. Don't worry - you are not alone.  Thousands of us struggle to find the importance of using a separate product for the eye area. We decide to speak to a renowned aesthetic doctor in Singapore, Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, to tell us how to take care of our eyes and if eye creams are a necessity.  Why do I need an eye cream? The skin around the eyes are extremely delicate - it is about ten times thinner than the skin on other parts of the face. This also means that the collagen levels are much lower around the eyes. With lower levels of collagen, the eyes are often the first area to show signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines. In more obvio

In recent months, people are undergoing minor anti-aging treatments such as dermal fillers and botox instead of cosmetic surgeries. It is not difficult to understand why. More people, men and women alike, are trying to find convenient, risk-free ways to improve their appearances without having to deal with expensive and painful surgeries with long downtime. With our busy schedules at work and endless personal commitments, it becomes more challenging for people to take long downtime from medical treatments.  Mini-Procedures that are very popular right now Botox remains the most popular treatment aesthetic doctors in Singapore administer to their patients. Even after 20 years in the market, Botox is still the most effective treatment for wrinkles around the forehead, eyes and eyebrows.  Dermal fillers come in different types and in many forms. Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers are the most common types of dermal fillers in Singapore . HA is a naturally-occurring substance found

In recent months, the new buzzword in the medical aesthetic industry is 'Rejuran Healer' or 'PDRN'. These terms may seem familiar to you because you will likely have come across it if you have been reading up on non-surgical cosmetic treatments.  So what exactly is Rejuran Healer? How does it work? And how do you benefit from the treatment? For those who are curious about the treatment or want to learn more about it, this article will be helpful in filling you in on the essential facts about Rejuran Healer. What is Rejuran Healer? Rejuran Healer  is a non-surgical skin rejuvenating treatment that originated from Korea. It is a skin healing treatment that has become hugely popular over the last few months. It was made popular in many Asian countries where smooth, firm complexion is the feminine beauty ideal. It gained popularity right after  SkinBoosters  treatment last year. The anti-aging trend seems to be revolving around skin rejuvenating micro-injec

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)

What is acne? Finding the right acne treatment as fast as possible is extremely important. You really have to find the right approach as you figure out what works and what doesn’t. With that in mind, you must know what is acne first. This is an inflammatory skin condition that leads to the appearance of pimples and spots. These appear on your neck, back, shoulders, upper arms, chest and face, among others.  Around 50 million people all over the US deal with acne, and around 85% of the population had acne while being 12-24. So yes, acne is quite common especially when it comes to younger people. But even if a lot of people believe it’s bad for them, the reality is that a good acne treatment can help you deal with it in no time. Causes of acne The reasons why acne appears are very hard to comprehend most of the time. However , it all comes down to the pores that lead to our oil glands. The follicles connect these glands to pores. They create sebum and it’s what carries t

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