Is Skin Type Just a Biological Myth? Here’s a dermatologist’s take. Categorizing your face as oily/dry or combination is scientifically obsolete. At the Asian Skin Research Institute’s Biodermatology Division, our quest has gone beyond skin types to the treatment of Zonal Dysbiosis. Join Dr. Teo Wan Lin, board-certified dermatologist, chief scientific officer and author of…
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In a world saturated with fleeting beauty trends and quick-fix solutions, a new paradigm of skincare is emerging – one that looks beyond the surface to cultivate lasting skin health from within. This is the realm of the holistic skin coach, a professional who blends the art of coaching with the science of dermatology to…
Welcome back to “Skincare Deep Dive,” our brand new series on the acne podcast where we explore the science and soul of skincare. Today, we’re diving into a topic that affects millions: acne. But we’re not just talking about the usual creams and cleansers. We’re asking a bigger question: Is the future of acne treatment…
Skincare truly can be simple. The best way to conceptualise how skincare affects the skin is really as straightforward as how water interacts with skin. Beauty marketing and buzzwords like “science of beauty” sometimes intimidate users who just want a simple way, a basic skincare routine to care for their skin, for skin health. My…
You may already be aware of the importance of skin barrier function—how it can affect the condition of the skin, but how exactly? Skin hydration and the stratum corneum barrier have been active areas of dermatologic research for a good decade. Alongside these developments, consumers are beginning to find their interest piqued about the subject, largely…
What sensitive skin teaches one about skin intelligence As a complete ecosystem, the skin plays host to diverse microorganisms collectively known as the microbiome. Barrier function is a critical component of skin health that ensures the survival of good germs, effective cell communication and self-regulation. Healthy skin barrier function in turn requires ceramides which are key constituents of…
Ceramides for skin is one of the most important ingredients in your moisturizer, well known for their ability to repair and maintain the skin barrier. In fact, ceramide is a natural lipid present in our skin barrier. Is it important to add ceramide moisturizers for dry skin or other skin conditions? The skin on our…
Glowing skin isn’t a myth. It’s achievable with the right products incorporated into your skincare routine. Dr.TWL’s encyclopedia of skincare routines is a distillation of her expertise as a dermatologist and also chief scientific officer of clinical skincare brand Dr.TWL Dermaceuticals. In this first installment, we cover one of the most frequently asked questions about…
Welcome to my skin diary! As a dermatologist, you may imagine that I do get asked about my best skincare tips A WHOLE LOT. But if you watched my video on lazy girl cooking hacks, you may have discovered by now that I value efficiency. You know, as a former fencer, speed to me, is…
Are you looking for healthy skin diet tips for glowing skin? Achieve healthy skin inside out, with Edible Beauty: Dermatologist’s Tips on an Antiaging Diet by Dr. Teo Wan Lin. Now on Amazon Kindle. In the meantime, here are some top tips from the skincare expert that can help you plan for a healthier and…