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

With people living longer and medical treatments improving, anti-aging medicine is slowly becoming a lucrative business. If numbers are anything to go by, the global Botox market is valued at USS3.8 billion in 2017 and it is expected to hit US$9.8 billion by the end of 2025.  Medical equipment companies are aware of the growing market of anti-aging medicine, urging them to develop new technology and treatments to potentially achieve newer, better results that benefit patients.  For many years, injectable dermal fillers are a common tool in the armamentarium of an aesthetic doctor for managing aging patients. Over the years, as evidenced by the wide range of dermal fillers available in the market, it has revolutionized the field of medical aesthetics. In general, existing dermal fillers available in the market are segregated into hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers and collagen-stimulating ones.  Some people tend to shun injectables because it can be risky and the outcome l

We see an increasing number of men and women seeking cosmetic treatments to reverse signs of aging and facial augmentation. One of the most common ways to address the aforementioned issues is by way of injectable dermal fillers.  With several types of dermal fillers in Singapore, it can be a little overwhelming for consumers to understand the different types of fillers and their benefits.  Contrary to popular belief, dermal fillers aren’t just used for achieving a pair of bee-stung lips anymore. People are seeking to restore loss of facial volume and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. For the uninitiated, you may wonder what exactly dermal fillers are and the benefits they bring. This is why we speak to Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics to put together this complete guide to dermal fillers. What happens when we age? The structure of our face is fully formed at around the age of 20. As we age, we see changes to the face. The aging proc

What is a stretch mark? Stretch marks are a type of permanent scar that develops when the skin undergoes extreme stretching during times of rapid weight gain, pregnancy, or growth.  Stretch marks often appear as long, narrow streaks or lines that develop on the surface of the skin, particularly on the arms, tummy, thighs, hips, breasts, and lower back.  When stretch marks first appear, they tend to take on a reddish or purplish hue, depending on your skin color. During the early stages of its formation, stretch marks may be raised or feel itchy.  Over an extended period of time, the color fades and the bands subside to form a depression on the skin. These marks are permanent and they usually appear lighter in appearance as compared to the surrounding skin. Why do we get stretch marks? Such scarring is usually permanent, and the skin cannot resume to the way it was before because the collagen and elastin fibers are ruptured. Some creams and lotions or even m