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In the past few years, the medical aesthetic industry saw a surge in the number of people seeking non-surgical skin lifting treatment. Surgical facelift treatment is no longer the only way to turn back the aging clock.
If you have been spending hundreds of dollars on over-the-counter acne creams and gels that promise to help clear your skin, you are probably wasting your time and money. The good news is that there are effective ways to eliminate your acne and keep pimples at bay. If you are prone to breakouts, try switching your products to ‘non-comedogenic’ ones. What this means is that the products are specially formulated not to clog pores. Try to use water-based products so that they can be easily washed off.
Women are always claiming that a sense of humor is the most important quality a man can possess. But is it true that women are willing to date a guy who only has a sense of humor? Would a sense of humor be able to make up for below average looks he possesses? The truth is out: A guy can have a great personality but his female counterpart may secretly wish he’s a little more attractive, a new study suggests.
Just about a decade ago, surgical rhinoplasty was popular because it was the only way to correct the nose and attain a sharper, defined nose. Even though many people desire a sharp, defined nose, they shun away from surgical rhinoplasty because of the long downtime and the potential surgical risks. Fast forward to today, a ‘nose job’ no longer means having to undergo a surgical procedure. A 30-minute non-surgical nose thread lift is all you need to get a more defined, lifted nose.
Traditionally, Chinese people have used several unique techniques for divination. Up till today, many people are still relying on some traditional methods of divination techniques in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
Laser skin resurfacing treatment is popular among people who are keen to pursue anti-aging because of its versatility in treating several conditions, so much so that it has become an integral part of anti-aging regime for most people. When laser skin resurfacing first started, treatments were painful and had long downtime and they were not a popular choice for the busy men and women.
Aging becomes more rapid and visible when we reach our mid-thirties. When we age, the first signs that appear include thinner, loose skin that hang from the face. The skin becomes loose and sagging because of the loss of collagen and elastin fibers as we grow older.
We usually associate clear, flawless skin with young adults in their 20s. Most, if not all enjoy smooth skin when we were younger. If the skin is not well taken care of, you may be setting yourself up for bad complexion when you hit your 40s or beyond. Although bad skin can be salvaged, it takes a lot of work and effort to restore the complexion you once had.
We usually associate 'sad' and 'grumpy' with older people with sagging skin and deep-set wrinkles. We find it challenging to talk to older people because they always look upset. Truth is, old people don't exhibit negative emotions much more than other segments of the population. We always associate negative emotions with older people because of their deep wrinkles and the loose skin that hangs down from the face because of gravity.
Less than a decade ago, the term 'facelift treatment' meant cosmetic surgical facelift. A surgical facelift treatment were often reserved for older people seeking facial rejuvenation by lifting sagging skin. It was regarded as a treatment to ‘fix’ an advanced aging problem.
Hair loss is such common medical condition that affects anyone - regardless of gender. Hair, very much like our health, is something we take for granted until we notice visible changes that affect us negatively.
Suffering from red, active acne is probably one of the most embarrassing things anyone can experience when growing up. It gets worse when they don't seem to show no signs of abating when you are in your adulthood. If you are one of the unfortunate people who cannot seem to escape the clutches of acne and have been shelling out large sums of money to buy over-the-counter acne creams or gels, you might be disappointed to know that you are probably wasting your money. The good news is that there are effective ways to eliminate your acne – permanently.
Aging is a natural process that everyone has to go through regardless of your race or ethnicity. The natural process of aging and gravity’s toll will cause your skin to age and sag. You might think that you didn’t sleep well the previous night but you know that sleeping early will no longer cause your skin to go back to its original place.
Aesthetic laser treatment is estimated to worth about US$400 million in the U.S. annually, according to a 2011 industry report. This is partially due to the ever-increasing costs of the CO2 and ND:YAG laser machines, which are typically in the range of US$50,000 each.
No one is spared by the ravages of time. Life is too short to stick with only one monotonous skincare routine that does not do much to age-proof your skin. Don’t relent to the natural process of aging because there is a lot you can do to delay aging and enjoy softer, smoother skin for a longer time. Give Me Back…My Radiant Skin! Remember the times when you were in your early 20s? Your skin was at the peak of its health. It was probably well-hydrated, firm, and bright.
Dark eye circles are the bane of one’s life. They usually appear under your eyes tend to give a person an older, haggard and tired appearance. It is common for people to have dark eye circles because they are usually visible and they affect both men and women alike. Appearance of dark eye circles can range from mild to more severe cases. Underlying factors that cause formation of dark eye circles include heavy smoking, insufficient sleep, improper diet, excessive alcohol consumption, and hereditary factors.
It is perfectly normal to lose up to 100 hairs a day. If you consistently lose more than 100 hairs a day, you could be facing a hair loss problem. Hair loss is a very common problem that affects about 30 million men and about 20 million women globally. Hair loss seems to be more visible in men because of the way it presents itself. In men, hair loss typically starts above both temples, hairline slowly receding upwards. On the other hand, hair loss in women are more dispersed with overall hair thinning. The female hormone, estrogen, prevents male pattern baldness.
Its always mixed feelings when we approach year-end. We get busy to meet our end year budget for our company or close our books for the year. On the other hand, we try to squeeze in some time in between to pamper ourselves so that we can look good for the year end parties in December. Isn't it true that our big plans to go for treatments and look good are always foiled by our hectic work schedule in Q4 every year? There is one way to ensure that you keep to your beauty schedule: Line up some crucial beauty appointments in advance so that you’ll stick with it.
Achieving a more defined and contoured face without going under the knife is no longer impossible non-surgically. Thanks to the advancement of medical technology, researchers have found safe and effective ways to sculpt the face without the need for cosmetic surgery. Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics shares with us some non-surgical facial sculpting treatments that are available to restore your youth.
Everyone goes through the intrinsic process of aging. As we age, we notice that our skin becomes thinner and saggy. This is because the collagen synthesis and number of fibroblast in the skin decrease over time. Many years ago before the introduction of High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology for skin lifting, ablative laser or chemical peel were used but without much success. HOW DOES HIFU WORK?
Definition of aging keeps evolving because of the improvement in anti-aging medicine. The fear of growing old has fuelled the beauty industry to worth several billions a year. The question has long been asked: Do anti-aging creams actually work? If so, are they better than dermal fillers? We get the inside scoop from Dr. Siew Tuck Wah from Radium Medical Aesthetics in Singapore to give us his views on both anti-aging creams and dermal fillers. WHAT ARE DERMAL FILLERS?
Although rarely life threatening, pigmentation on the skin can cause significant distress and embarrassment to a person especially when the dark patches appear on visible part of the face, such as the forehead or cheeks. Applying a thick layer of concealer can sometimes reduce the appearance of the pigmentation on the face, but it takes a lot of effort and time to prepare before attending any social event.
Other than climbing up the corporate ladder and trying to set up a family, people in their 30s and 40s are also fighting against the natural process of aging. It can get rather depressing to see your youthful appearance slowly fading away. Seeing your once firm, smooth skin gradually becoming crepey and patchy with pigmentation can be distressing to some people.
Radium Medical Aesthetics recently launched a painless, yet effective laser treatment called Dual Yellow Laser. Using cooper bromide laser technology, Dual Yellow Laser offers multi-wavelength capability to treat a wide range of skin abnormalities such as rosacea, acne, melasma, and lesions.
“Youth comes but once in a lifetime” said Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Everyone experiences youth only once in our lives. It often forms the best period of one’s life. Hence, we are always trying to find ways to extend our youth for as long as we can. Many of us try to find the elixir of youth to prevent aging, yet many do not want to undergo plastic surgery. For one, plastic surgery is expensive. Secondly, plastic surgery carries some surgical risks. Thirdly, results of plastic surgery can sometimes look unnatural.
One of them most common questions that people ask doctors is ‘How long does Botox last?’. We take this opportunity to speak with Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, Medical Director of Radium Medical Aesthetics to tell us more about Botox and clear up the air about some common myths about the toxin. What is Botox?
Regardless what the cause may be, visible dark eye circles can leave you looking tired and unattractive. No matter how much you try to conceal them with foundation, you cannot seem to hide them forever.
In 2017 we saw the rise of Ski Boosters treatment and bio-stimulating dermal fillers such as Ellanse. And now with weeks into 2018, we saw some shift in beauty trends. While we saw some medical treatments surge in popularity in the beginning of 2018, there were also some treatments that visibly became less popular over the last few months. We speak to one of the most sought-after aesthetic doctors in Singapore, Dr. Siew Tuck Wah, to tell us more about what he believes to be the next big trends for 2018 and what makes them so special. 1. Rejuran Skin Healer / PDRN Skin Therapy
People are often resistant to making changes to their daily habits because they think that it may disrupt their lives and rob them of the simple pleasures of life. You may be surprised that you only need to make minor adjustments to your daily life to make a long-term difference to your health. Start with yourself and be a positive influence for your friends and family. SIMPLE EXERCISES
The trends in non-surgical anti-aging treatments have improved very quickly over the last few years. With the wide range of treatments that can reverse signs of aging without having to go under the knife, fewer people are turning to non-surgical cosmetic treatments to achieve younger-looking skin.
A head of distinctively thick, black hair symbolises strength and virility. In ancient Greece, men with long hair are often associated with wealth and power, while a shaven head was worn by slaves. Even in today's context, losing your hair at any age can be distressing. Many people assume that hair loss is a problem that primarily affects older men. Although it may be true, premature hair loss can also affect men and women in their 30s or 40s.
Dermal fillers are consistently ranked as one of the most well-received non-surgical treatments for facial rejuvenation and augmentation without the need to undergo cosmetic surgery. People are now seeking for convenient, painless, and natural-looking alte atives to maintain a youthful appearance. Therefore, most aesthetic doctors recommend dermal filler treatments that are safe for use that give the best outcome with minimal recovery time.
Throughout my years of practice in medical aesthetics, I have been asked by my clients all the time about the differences between Ellanse and other dermal fillers in Singapore and which is better. I like to offer a range of fillers in my clinic as it gives me the choice to discuss the benefits of different fillers and find the best one that will genuinely suit them.
In tropical countries like Singapore where weather is consistently humid and hot, people tend to develop oily skin and enlarged pores. It is also more common for people to develop acne and other skin issues. If you happen to live in one of these tropical countries, you need to put in more effort to unclog the pores and cleanse your skin more religiously. Combined with pollutants from the environment, the sebum produced by your skin often mixes with other substances.
The number of people seeking facial augmentation is increasing steadily. Injectable dermal fillers are commonly used by doctors to smooth out wrinkles and enhance facial features. With several types of dermal fillers in Singapore, it is no surprise that dermal filler treatments are perhaps one of the most popular aesthetic treatments because of its versatility in addressing many problems relating to aging.
Allergan’s top selling product, Botox, generates about US$2.8 billion of sales annually. Botox treatment consistently ranks among the top three non-surgical aesthetic treatments globally. Dermal filler treatments are also not lagging far behind in popularity. While many people may have heard about these non-surgical treatments, they are often shrouded in mystery and rumor. With the wide range of botulinum toxin and dermal fillers available in the market, people are spoilt for choice.
Regardless of ethnicity or gender, everyone hopes to have a slimmer, more sculpted face with a chiselled jaw. The request for a more defined face is not new in the medical aesthetic industry. Doctors say that patients, particularly those from come from Southeast Asia, have high demand for such an image.
As we become older, we tend to notice that our facial features and body parts begin to sag. This is due to the depletion of collagen and elastin fibers, as well as a loss of shape and volume in areas such as breasts, arms and buttocks. Surgical procedures involving fat transfers and implants are common ways to sculpt and shape the different body parts, including the face. However, not everyone is willing to go under the knife for an elective treatment.
Our grandmothers have freely dished out advice about almost everything in the world. From what to eat, what to avoid, what will cure fever, headaches, and what will kill you, our grandparents seem to have a strong opinion about them. We don’t mean any disrespect, but grandmothers are not always right. Well, some of these make sense, but others are just old wives’ tales or myths. As children, we have been told that ulcers are caused by eating spicy food. It is true that spicy food may aggravate the condition, but there is no evidence to show that ulcers are caused by spicy food.
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.
Eye bags refer to the puffiness and swelling under the eyes. They are very common and almost no one is exempt from dealing with puffy eyes as we age. While they are not medically dangerous, many people seek treatment for eye bags because they often make us look tired and older than we really are. What causes eye bags?
Micro-needling has been used for many years to improve aesthetic outcomes in people. For example, it has been used to tighten sagging skin and reduce appearance of acne scars in a subtle and natural way. It was only in recent times doctors combine micro-needling with radiofrequency energy to achieve better skin lifting and scar treatment outcome. INFINI was introduced about two to three years ago in Singapore and touted as one of the most effective ways to treat acne scars and skin laxity - until Genius came along. What is Genius RF?
Acne scars are permanent indentation on the skin. As these marks are very difficult to get rid of, suffering from uneven complexion caused by acne scars can affect some of us psychologically. In order to treat acne scars, a methodical approach must be taken to ensure a higher chance of success of smoothing out acne marks on the skin. In Radium Medical Aesthetics, we designed a 5-step acne scar treatment framework to methodically treat your scars more effectively and accurately. The steps are: ASSESS, MEASURE, DESIGN, TREAT, REVIEW. Acne Scar Framework: ASSESS
Fractional CO2 resurfacing lasers are an effective treatment modality for several skin issues such as skin laxity, scarring, photo-ageing, and lesions. CO2 lasers became a huge success in the 1990s and it has become a common aesthetic treatment for skin rejuvenation and texture improvement. For many years, it is also the first line of treatment for most doctors.