Cyspera (Cysteamine) – Best pigmentation cream for Melasma in Singapore?
If the side effects of pigmentation creams worry you, your worries are not unfounded. There’s a new topical pigmentation corrector that has been approved for treating stubborn pigmentation like melasma and freckles in Singapore - Cyspera(Cysteamine). Cyspera - Pigmentation Removal I am excited to share about Cyspera with you because Cyspera is novel pigmentation corrector that has been shown to effectively lighten pigmentation, especially cases of melasma that have been difficult to treat, without the side effects of its precursors like hydroquinone. Although regarded as the gold standard treatment for pigmentation problems like melasma- hydroquinone has been shown
Atypical Moles vs Melanoma: Understanding the Difference
Do we pay attention to our moles? Perhaps because moles usually develop in our childhood or adolescence it has already become such a mundane spot on our body that we are less mindful of its appearance. This article, however, serves to explore the key differences between atypical moles and melanoma and how atypical-looking moles can, in fact, be the manifestation of certain types of skin cancers. Possibly, it can provide the impetus for you to check out your own moles now. Types of Skin Cancers There are 3 main types of skin cancers, namely basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell
Dark skin and lasers: Secrets most don’t know about
A bright solution to our problems for everyone? Laser therapy has provided numerous breakthroughs in the treatment of many dermatological conditions. Moreover, lasers are dubbed as “lunch-time procedures” simply because of the low downtime and ease of administration that it promises. Therefore, it is not difficult to see why laser therapy is the “go to” treatment for many. The reason behind its effectiveness is because the laser light can be precisely directed at small areas with very high energy. The goal is to focus the treatment at target cells or areas and avoid harming the surrounding tissues. Additionally,
Agnes Acne Treatment – Common Misconceptions
Introduction to acne: Acne is a skin disease which is pervasive amongst adolescents. As it often goes hand in hand with fluctuant hormones, it is more often than not thought of as a condition which should resolve by adulthood. However, this is frequently not the case. In fact, there are a sizeable number of adults who still have acne! This leaves victims of adult acne in a distressing situation where they are both perplexed over these physical blemishes and left puzzled by its persistence. Androgens, a reproductive hormone found in our body are the perpetrating hormones that drive the development
Nose Threads vs Nose Fillers
Introduction Nose augmentation is one of the most commonly done procedures today as people chase towards achieving that ‘perfect’ nose which is commonly described as sharp, with a high nose bridge and a well-defined tip. In addition, the nose sits right in the centre of our faces and is one of the most prominent facial features, further driving people to turn towards nose augmentation to achieve their own ideal. Nose augmentation can be done surgically or non-surgically with the latter increasing in popularity due to its convenience and shorter recovery time. Furthermore, non-surgical nose augmentation can be both a complement
Hyaluronic Acid Skin Booster vs PDRN Skin Booster
Introduction With the anti-aging craze today, Hyaluronic Acid (HA) skinboosters and polydeoxyribonucleotides (PDRN) skin boosters are both highly sought-after treatment options to reverse the signs of aging and revitalize the skin. As the administration and effects of both skin treatments bear some similarities, there is some confusion between the two with people being unsure on which treatment they should get. This article aims to clear up any confusion between PDRN Skin booster and HA skin boosters and hopefully help you decide which one is more suited for your skin. Before comparing key differences between both skin treatment options, it is
PicoSure Laser VS Q-Switch Laser
An overview of laser therapy: Interestingly, the word “Laser” is actually an acronym which stands for: Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. This gives a simple introduction as to what laser therapy is like. It is non-surgical and is non-invasive as it only utilises light and heat energy to deliver its results. Furthermore, laser therapy has multiple uses which can range from the treatment of pigmentation, to revitalising saggy or wrinkled skin, to reducing active acne and fading its scars and even, the removal of a tattoo! As laser therapy is a relatively simple procedure with minimal side effects
Acne and Light Based Therapies
A dazzling solution for acne and its scars: While conventional treatment for acne in the form of topical products and oral medications may be the solution for some acne sufferers, there are still a sizeable number of victims who do not achieve satisfactory recovery from them. Light based and acne laser therapies however are major breakthroughs in the battle against acne. Not only do they target sending active acne into remission, they too improve the appearance of resultant acne scars as well. Owing to the fact that these modalities of treatment are deemed to be considerably safe (as they are
Acne and Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer and how it develops: Based on an article published by The Straits Times in 2017, the incidence of prostate cancer in Singapore has gone up fivefold – from 6 to 30 per 100 000 men in the past 4 years. This article however concludes by factoring in the ageing population of Singapore and dismissed the climb in numbers as something that was “generally not significant” as it is natural for older people to be at higher risk of cancer. While this is true, it does spark interest as to why the prostate is one of the organs that
Regenera Activa
Regenera Active is a breakthrough Stem Cell technology that regenerates hair by up to 20% and prevents existing loss
