Period Acne: How Sex Hormones Impact Your Skin

September 14, 2021
Three hormones impact your skin during your monthly cycle: estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. These hormones fluctuate through the menstrual cycle, being responsible for the changes in your skin. They also cause period acne by increasing skin inflammation, oil production as well as increased bacterial growth, particularly C. acnes. These hormonal fluctuations just before your period may… View Article

Singapore TeleDermatology: A Comprehensive Guide

September 13, 2021
Singapore teledermatology services have undergone a fundamental change in the past 18 months with the evolving COVID-19 pandemic. From hardly existing in the realm of telemedicine prior to the pandemic, Teledermatology consultations are now increasingly becoming the primary mode of care for dermatological conditions in Singapore. In this article, we discuss the suitability of common… View Article

Back Acne: Causes, Prevention And Treatment

August 28, 2021
Acne is a common skin disease in adolescents and young adults, occurring mainly in areas rich in sebaceous glands such as the scalp, face, chest and back. It originates from enhanced sebum production, which leads to comedones and secondary inflammation of the hair follicles in sebaceous areas.  Skin on the back is as prone to… View Article

Singapore Dermatologist: A Comprehensive Guide

August 24, 2021
Looking for a Singapore Dermatologist? Let’s understand a little bit about dermatology. Dermatology is a specialised branch of medicine. The specialty covers specific conditions that encompass the skin, hair and nails, and is considered traditionally a branch of Internal Medicine. Dermatology also entails surgery because of skin cancers as well as superficial lumps and bumps…. View Article

Pregnancy-Safe Skincare: Ingredients to Use and Those to Avoid

July 27, 2021
During pregnancy, women commonly experience many physiological changes, including changes in hormone levels, such as increases in androgen levels. This may result in acne development or worsening of acne, as well as an increase in hair growth. The safety of common skincare agents used for acne as well as bleaching creams and hair removal products… View Article