Can professional skin treatment eliminate the freckles I have since I was a child? Freckles are genetic and are triggered by exposure to sunlight. UVB radiation triggers melanocytes to produce higher levels of melanin. Melanocytes are skin cells that produce color pigments (melanin) that give...
Help! I started seeing pigmentation on my cheeks after giving birth. What should I do? Pigmentation can include freckles, liver or age spots, Melasma (or Chloasma) and birthmarks. Pigmentation that occurs during or after the pregnancy period is called Melasma, also known as the...
My chronic dark circles would become more obvious after a night of booze and partying. Can I really get rid of this panda-eyed look? Dark circles are a common skin problem faced by busy, overworked people. They may be inherited, or due...
I am a 30-year-old career woman who works long hours in air-condition. I have combination skin and the occasional outbreak. What can I do for my skin? Combination skin is both oily and dry on different parts of the face; it requires...
I am approaching my thirties. Why do I still have acne? Adult acne is a common phenomenon in Asia, affecting up to 25% of men and 50% of women. Adult acne is persistent and is triggered by our genes,...
Skincare for Men: Do men really need professional skincare treatment? Having good skin is not just the privilege of women. Men can have it too! Men need and deserve to get professional skincare treatment as much as ladies do. Or perhaps, even more! Here’s why....
I am a youth with a busy school life and I exercise regularly. I have an issue with oily skin and comedones. How can I regain clear, normal skin? During puberty,...
Will frequent treatments cause the skin to “thin” and become prone to external damage? The answer is no. Unless you undergo laser or chemical peels every few weeks, your skin is unlikely to be over-treated, “thinned” or become prone to external damage. Regular treatments at...
What are the advantages of a face massage? Contrary to beliefs that massaging can cause wrinkles, a face massage actually regulates blood circulation, increases the absorption of product properties and relaxes the skin. Skin cells that lacked vitality would be revitalized and...
