2020 was a year like no other. While COVID-19 is still affecting our lives in 2021, we see the new year as a brand new start as we put away all the negativity and bring in all the goodness. As a brand new chapter unfolds, we also want to pursue a brand new “ME” as we learn to love ourselves more. Take more time to look into our inner selves and reflect, declutter our relationships, and embrace positivity. If dealing with everything in 2020 left you looking old and tired, do not let that derail you from feeling fresh and confident as your start your journey for the brand new…
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How Not to Wreck Your Skin with Halloween Makeup
Halloween is just around the corner. Although there will be no big parties this year with the COVID-19 measures in place, many of us still want to keep the Halloween spirit going by having small gatherings at home, or even just by taking a photo of our Halloween look for the ‘gram. Halloween makeup is theatrical and fun, and Halloween is the one day we can turn into our alter egos without anyone judging us. However, do keep in mind that special effects makeup can wreak havoc on our skin and it is important to do the necessary pre and post makeup prep to keep our skin healthy and glowing…
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Get that dream sharp jawline with Volux
The key to achieving a sharp jawline and projected chin is dermal fillers like Volux Dreaming of having the sharp jawline and projected chin you see on your favourite stars when binge watching drama series or movies? Fortunately, there are dermal fillers to the rescue. Volux is the latest addition to the Juvederm® family of hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers, and is designed for the lower face. According to Allergan, the company behind Juvederm, the key difference of Volux from other HA fillers, is its high level of cohesivity and elasticity. Volux is also designed from the get-go for the lower face, such as the chin and jawline. We think…
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How to evaluate CoolSculpting fat reduction clinics in Singapore?
Eight ways of evaluating aesthetic clinics for this fat reduction treatment in Singapore. Anyone who is looking for fat reduction treatments in Singapore would have heard of CoolSculpting by now. Based on the before-and-after photos of some people who have tried it, the result looks amazeballs! Unlike liposuction, CoolSculpting fat reduction does not require any cuts or incision. All you need to do is lie down on a comfortable treatment bed and let the applicator, which is placed on your problem area, freeze the fat cells in that area. The dead fat cells are eventually removed from the body naturally, and you will see optimal results in about three months…
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Stubborn fat? Burn it up. Body contouring? Bring it on.
With the non-invasive fat reduction treatment, Vanquish, you can get rid of fat cells and achieve a more contoured body at the same time. What exactly is fat reduction? Vanquish is a fat reduction treatment, not a weight reduction or body slimming treatment. A big misconception about fat reduction is that it is the same as weight loss. Contrary to popular belief, weight loss only means a decrease in the size of our fat cells, but the number of fat cells in our body remains unchanged. Fat reduction, however, is the removal of fat cells from our body. It is easy to confuse weight loss with fat reduction, for many…
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Say no to pesky acne scars by saying yes to acne scar lasers!
If you have been pondering over the best way to remove acne scars, perhaps acne scar lasers are what you are looking for. Many people suffer from acne, and it can get out of hand before we know it, leading to acne scars that won’t go away. What do we do with the acne scars? One possible way to get rid of these scars is with acne scar lasers. Understand acne scar first There are, however, a few types of acne scar lasers that can be used for the removal of these pesky scars. That leads to the question of which acne scar laser is the best. This actually comes…
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When to treat acne with acne medications?
Acne is a problem for many regardless of age. But when’s a good time to take acne medication or should we be even taking it? Before we talk about acne medication, it’s important to understand what brings about acne in the first place. Androgens, commonly known as male hormones, are present in both males and females, and they regulate the secretion of sebaceous glands in our skin. When the androgen levels rise, acne is triggered. These levels often peak when we’re under stress, and the consumption of certain types of food are also thought to be a cause. In addition, the accumulation of clogged pores due to an increase in…
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Amplify your facelift treatment with Ultherapy
In Singapore, you may have heard of the Ultherapy facelift treatment before, as it has been gaining popularity in recent years. It gives you a naturally youthful facelift without the need for surgery. It lifts your skin from inside and boosts your collagen level to keep your face naturally firm and free from wrinkles. Best of all, the results of the Ultherapy facelift treatment are long-lasting. But here is what you may not know: this non-invasive facelift treatment now has an Ultherapy Amplify protocol recommended by Merz Aesthetics (Merz), the pharmaceutical company behind Ultherapy. This protocol advocates that doctors deliver 800 lines or pulses of micro-focused ultrasound energy for an…
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Anti-ageing treatment fibs and why you should not believe them
Anyone who has ever considered medical aesthetic treatments for anti-ageing would always first turn to the Internet to do research. They may talk to their friends and relatives, but nothing beats going up to the Worldwide Web because it is so instant and real. But not everything you read and see online is real. And with so much information available, it is no wonder that people have misconceptions about anti-ageing treatments. To help clear the air, we share an interview with Dr. Terence Tan, Director of Halley Medical Aesthetics. In this story, he shares the three biggest fibs he always hears about anti-ageing treatments and why they should be declared…
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Why even the best eye creams don’t work for Dark Eye Circles?
First and foremost, we need to understand the root causes of dark eye circles. It is not something that just happens on your skin surface, and this is why even the best eye creams will not be sufficient. It is the ageing and loss of collagen that’s happening deep inside. And we know how irritating it gets. Our faces looked tired and sick all the time, and we literally live and breath with concealers every day. Dr. Terence Tan, from Halley Medical Aesthetics, is an aesthetic doctor who has helped many patients to get rid of their dark eye circles with medical-grade treatments such as Ultherapy, lasers, threadlifts and fillers.…