With more than 80% of people experiencing stretch marks at one point in their life, it’s no surprise that there are many myths surrounding these harmless stripes. Despite it being a common condition, there is still a lack of understanding on why what and how stretch...
Otherwise known as a nevus (plural: nevi), moles are either considered to be a symbol of beauty or imperfection. An average person will have anywhere between 10 to 40 moles on their skin where they can appear, fade, or grow over time. In women, moles are...
Pregnancy is a life-changing journey. You get to rock that new cute baby bump and you are also looking forward to the birth of your little one. With all these exciting changes, there are also the dreaded ones – like pimples and acne. So, why are...
Stress is a common occurrence in anyone’s lives, whether it is caused by a significant event or just the result of urban modernisation today. It can worsen skin issues which may lead to you experiencing more stress, thus turning a vicious cycle. The side effects...
Do you know that every hour we shed around 30,000 to 40,000 skin cells? Named as ‘keratinocytes’, they are composed of the fibrous protein called keratin. They are formed in the epidermis layer, and gradually move up to the dermis and the skin’s outer surface...
As someone who cares about your skin, you’d probably already know the importance of sun protection. It is deemed as a non-negotiable in skincare: choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen, wear SPF daily, and reapply diligently. But some of us may still get things wrong when sifting...
People with acne scars often report being embarrassed in social settings and a lack of self-esteem. And if you are already investing a good sum of money and time visiting a doctor to get treatment – it can be hard to feel hopeful when you aren’t...
Loose skin, saggy jowls, drooping cheeks. All of these refer to skin laxity, which is mainly caused by ageing. Due to the natural ageing process, it is something that everyone will face at some point in their life. However, there are also other contributing factors...
With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, it is safe to say that we would continue wearing face masks for an extended period of time as we adapt to this new normal. And in the last few months, acne has been a predominant skin care issue that flare ups...
Our skin starts to show the first signs of aging as we enter our late 20s and early 30s – no thanks to a series of complex biological processes that change the way our skin looks and feels. The common symptoms of aging include fine lines and wrinkles,...