Did you know that the way you see yourself in the mirror is different from the self in photos? This episode touches on fascinating research on the different pathways involved in what scientists call the mirrored versus the non-mirrored self. https://open.spotify.com/episode/05VXK5c7Avl6SjGk5OU0O8?si=NkcAz0HoR3io0gEwP16pLg Ever wondered what’s actually going on in your mind when…
The Strange-Face-in-the-Mirror Illusion is an unexplained phenomenon where after staring at your reflection in a dimly lit room, your face may begin to morph, distort or even turn into a monstrous creature, leaving you unsettled and questioning what you see. Join me, board-certified dermatologist Dr Teo Wan Lin, as I…
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr Teo Wan Lin, Dermatologist (@drteowanlin) What is the best skincare routine for acne? How do you choose the ideal regimen to prevent acne breakouts? Join me in this masterclass as we dive deep into the science of acne and the…
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr Teo Wan Lin, Dermatologist (@drteowanlin) In this podcast episode, Dr. Teo Wan Lin, board-certified dermatologist, shares about the science of hair fall and targeting the root cause of the condition. Hair fall is a condition that can affect both men and…
The Dior Prestige Le Nectar Premier encapsulates the earliest blooms of the beloved Rose de Granville—a serum derived from patented solvent-free eco-extraction techniques. Backed by an international team of over 600 Dior Science researchers at the LVMH institute, the serum concentrates the purest extracts for maximal efficacy—targeting fine lines, volume…
5 ways using a vision board can improve emotional wellbeing Vision boards are a visual compilation of images designed to help you manifest your goals. You may remember using corkboards as a student as a way to motivate yourself and keep track of your achievements. Turns out, the psychology behind…
Ep 88: Le Serum by Dior Science– An Awakening of Skin LVMH research today reveals the phoenix flower— the mythical Longoza now in a fermented form. A total of 85 molecules penetrate deep into skin— anchoring mother cells at the dermo-epidermal junction. Instrumental studies show record efficacy— with skin-smoothening effects…
Ep 87: The Faces of Intelligent Beauty in Ancient China: Shangguan Wan’er In the Tang Dynasty, Shangguan Wan’er, was an imperial consort also described as the female prime minister. Wan’er was groomed by Empress Wu Zetian, who is recognised as the only female sovereign in the history of China. Historical…
2023 The Year of the Exposome @drteowanlin Will you still love me, when I’m no longer young and beautiful? #beautytok #foreveryoung #agewell ♬ Young And Beautiful – Lana Del Rey The exposome refers to the sum of genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors that contribute to skin aging, the physiological process…
Ep 85: A Story of Beauty Off the coasts of Normandy, Monsieur Christian Dior had cultivated a garden of roses. Close to the family villa Les Rhumbs, he had discovered a rose in particular. One that radiated a unique beauty, one who despite the harsh sea winds, thrived and blossomed.…
Ep 84: The Great Beauty Reset In the previous episode, we touched on how one of the key defining characteristics of aesthetic beauty- with respect to human-to-human perception, innately encompasses the intrinsic value of being alive. Continuing on, we delve into what the decay of beauty means, on a scientific basis.…
@drteowanlin What do you think? New podcast up 👆🏻 Ep 83: Beauty is Alive Can AI win in the game of beauty? When AlphaGo, a computer program based on deep learning networks, developed to play the board game Go, beat the reigning world champion Lee Sedol, alarm bells went off.…
Ep 82: Surreal Dreams – The Secret to A Beautiful Mind The hippocampus plays a crucial role in memories, imagination as well as the process of dreaming. Ever wonder why we dream? Are human minds designed to replicate reality in the imaginary world of dreams? What scientists now consider essential…
A Brain Game To Change Your Perception- Inside Out Beauty Ep 81: Butterfly Brain Games~ Beauty in a Game of Chance In our Anniversary Podcast Special, we celebrate beauty with a game. I created Butterfly Brain Games as a companion to this podcast where we entertain alternative ideas about what…
Ep 80: Horror Beauty – A Satire of Our Self-loathing Horror is a genre in fiction books, film and also art. There has been a rise in popularity for adult horror beauty coloring books, especially as gifts around the time of Halloween. We know that adult coloring specifically induces a…
Ep 79: How Antioxidants Influence Acne Treatment View this post on Instagram A post shared by Teo Wan Lin 张婉琳 (@drteowanlin) In this episode, Dr. Teo Wan Lin, board-certified dermatologist, shares about oxidative stress and acne, and the effects of antioxidant skincare. We have all heard about damaging free radicals…
Ep 78: How to Prevent and Treat Acne Scars View this post on Instagram A post shared by Teo Wan Lin 张婉琳 (@drteowanlin) Acne marks or scars are a common concern. This podcast episode goes in depth into the types of acne, how exactly acne scars form, and different types…
Ep 77: Imagining Beauty- The Key to Aging Gracefully In my research paper “On Thoughts Emotions Facial Expressions and Aging” I proposed the pathways by which our mental and emotional world directly shapes our aging faces. The last few podcasts have focused on how the brain influences our facial aesthetics. As…
Ep 76: Healthy Skin Aging Begins With Skin Resilience What is the skin barrier? Repairing your skin barrier The skin barrier is best thought of as a protective wall between the internal environment of the body and the external. A healthy skin barrier enables all your organ cells to function…
Ep 75: All About Hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation is often associated with aging. However, there are actually many different types of pigmentation that dermatologists encounter. While not all forms of hyperpigmentation on the face are the same, there are a few common pathways that effective treatment options can target. Melanocytes are the…