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Best Brightening Serums for Radiant Skin

We measure the best brightening serums by the effectiveness of their antioxidant ingredients. Antioxidants refer to compounds that have the ability to fight free radical damage. This is common in all phytochemical compounds which derive from botanicals. It is important because most photoaging arises due to environmental damage in the form of UV radiation as…

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How to Get Rid of Dark Spots According to a Dermatologist

Singapore Dermatologist Dr. Teo Wan Lin of TWL Specialist Skin & Laser Centre, explains the common causes of hyperpigmentation in the Eucerin x Guardian Facebook Live. She shares the scientific research on dermocosmetic ingredient Thiamidol, which Eucerin holds the patent for and incorporates in their Spotless Brightening Booster Serum. This is clinically proven to reduce dark…

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How to Get Rid of Dark Eye Circles

Ep 56: Undereye Dark Circles- Causes & Treatment Are dark eye circles genetic? If you have dark eye circles from childhood, there are two possibilities. The first is what we know as post-inflammation hyperpigmentation, which is caused by constant rubbing, due to underlying eczema. Or, you may actually have inherited especially thin skin that causes…

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Dermatologist Treatment for Hyperpigmentation

Dr. Teo Wan Lin is an accredited dermatologist practising at TWL Specialist Skin and Laser Centre in Singapore. She has collaborated with Eucerin for this educational article and digital skincare masterclass episode. In this episode, she discusses the different types of dermatologist treatment for hyperpigmentation, including the importance of not just the effectiveness of an active ingredients, but…

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Effective Hyperpigmentation Treatment Without Laser Treatment

Ep 54: Thiamidol Lightens Pigmentation Without Laser Treatment There are various underlying causes of hyperpigmentation. Dark spots is the colloquial term for solar lentigo, which is a form of age-related hyperpigmentation. Melasma is hormonally triggered and is more common in skin of color. It’s important for us to understand that there are now non-laser treatment…

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What to Wear to Bed: Best Fabrics for Skin

Ep 45: Can The Clothes You Wear to Sleep Affect Your Skin? Dr. Teo: Hi guys, this is Dr. Teo Wan Lin of TWL Specialist Skin & Laser Centre. Welcome to my podcast Dermatologist Talks: Science of Beauty. Today we’re going to discuss how the different materials that our skin comes into contact with affect…

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Perioral dermatitis: Why are there rashes around my mouth?

Ep 37: Rashes Around Your Mouth? Perioral Dermatitis Causes & Treatment Hi guys, this is Dr. Teo Wan Lin of TWL Specialist Skin and Laser Centre and welcome to my podcast Dermatologist Talks: Science of Beauty. In this week’s dermatology flash briefing, we’re going to be talking about perioral dermatitis. Perioral dermatitis refers to a…

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Best Sunscreen for Your Skin: Dermatologist Tips

Ep 34: Dermatologist’s Guide to Sunscreen Dr. TWL: Hi guys, welcome to today’s episode of Dermatologist talks: Science of Beauty. I’m Dr Teo Wan Lin of TWL Specialist Skin & Laser Centre and in this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about what makes an ideal sunscreen and how to choose the best sunscreen for…

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Sunscreen Tips from a Dermatologist: What SPF Should I Use?

Ep 34: Dermatologist’s Guide to Sunscreen Read Part 1 here Are there effective sunscreen tips? What exactly does the SPF number mean? Does a sunscreen with a high SPF protect skin better than one with a lower SPF?  Dr. TWL: Sunscreen tips – what exactly is SPF? It’s a measure of how much UV radiation…

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Sensitive Skin & Eczema: Types, Causes & Treatment

Ep 32: Sensitive Skin & Eczema: Types, Causes & Treatment Hi guys and welcome to my podcast, Dermatologists Talks: Science of Beauty. I’m Dr. Teo Wan Lin of  TWL Specialist Skin and Laser Centre, and in this week’s dermatology flash briefing, we’re going to talk about the differences between sensitive skin and reactive skin. Now…