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The rise of aesthetic practice in Asia was a phenomenon fuelled by K-beauty. Korean celebrities with impeccable glass skin and even every day men and women on the streets became the envy of all their Asian counterparts. What was their secret?
Well, there is indeed a science-backed reason for this phenomenon. Dermatology clinics were highly accessible in South Korea, and professional skincare was the norm for the everyday South Korean. As a dermatologist, I’m going to spill the beans on how the medifacial experience can be exactly replicated in the comfort of your own home, the complete home facial steps at less than a fraction of the cost, thanks to the advances in home beauty devices.
There are a few types of clinical grade facials you can “hack”. Get the full workshop complete with lecture notes https://www.twlskin.com/home-facial-steps-dermatologist-korean-medifacial/
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In today’s episode, Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Teo Wan Lin teaches you how to choose the ideal face serum for your skin type. Face serums are essentially lightweight formulations that contain water-soluble active ingredients like glycerin, hyaluronic acid and polyglutamic acid instead of ceramides or lipids which are typically present in cream formulations. What are the advantages of using a face serum in your skincare routine and what is the ideal face serum? Listen on as Dermatologist Dr.TWL explains these face serum recommendations in this video.
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Holistic Acne Treatment—Botanicals, Advanced Cosmetology https://www.udemy.com/course/esthetics-cosmetology/
Benzoyl Peroxide: A Dermatologist on Science-splaining
Benzoyl peroxide in acne creams generating carcinogenic benzene, is there cause for concern or not? It’s trendy now to defend science, but what is science, when it is practiced to the exclusion of all viewpoints?
Let’s go through the actual paper to better consider the validity of viewpoints that have emerged, namely that the extreme temperatures involved in benzene byproduct generation are unrealistic scenarios.
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The "Maskne" microbiome - pathophysiology and therapeutics https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/ijd.15425
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In this workshop we will be covering the following
- Why skin on the lips is different
- Common skin conditions affecting the lips
- Step by Step dermatologist designed lip care protocol
- How the right lip product can treat lip dryness and aging
The following is a lip care routine I designed, as part of my work on developing lip cosmeceuticals.
Get the full workshop complete with lecture notes https://www.twlskin.com/best-lip-treatment-for-dry-lips-an-expert-guide/
Secrets behind the best lip treatment for dry lips: choose the right lipstick base! Dermocosmetics are the gold standard for skincare makeup, combining the best of pharmaceutical benefits with ideal cosmetic effects. The Signature Cosmeceutical Lip Base is now available for bulk purchase for those who wish to try their hand at making their own lipsticks https://drtwlderma.com/product/diy-lipstick-kit-singapore/
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Did you know that the best foam cleanser for oily skin is one that actually shouldn’t dry out your skin? In this week’s podcast I’m going to spill the beans on how to harmonize oily skin from the outside in. We’ll cover my top criteria for choosing a face wash for oily skin, the science behind sebaceous gland activity and the dangers behind drugstore foam cleansers that may in fact harm the skin barrier.
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Skincare Decoded Complete Skin Science & Basic Dermatology for Aestheticians Skincare Professionals https://a.co/d/9Lhe2Sh
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Skincare Expert and Medi-Facial Certificate Course https://www.udemy.com/course/skincare-expert-course/
Skincare Ingredients & Cosmeceutical Compounding Course
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Holistic Acne Treatment—Botanicals, Advanced Cosmetology https://www.udemy.com/course/esthetics-cosmetology/
Miel Honey™ Cleanser https://drtwlderma.com/product/miel-honeytm-cleanser/
Sonic Cleanser https://drtwlderma.com/product/sonic-cleanser/
SilkPeel Microdermabrasion Kit https://drtwlderma.com/product/silkpeel-home-facial-peel-system/
On-Demand Workshop on Skincare Routine Steps
Welcome to The Slide Show with Dr.TWL Episode 2, where we present skin science in bite-sized formats. Today we will be covering the first, fundamental step in skincare routines, makeup removal.
Makeup removal
What are the two main formulation options for makeup removers?
The first is a micellar formulation. The second, an oil-based cleanser or an emulsion, sometimes known as a “milk” cleanser. I will go through the pros and cons of each but first let us define some terms.
How does micellar water work?
Micellar water works by hydrophobic (water-hating) and hydrophilic (water-loving) properties of a micelle. The makeup residue is attracted to the water-hating aspect, this is best thought of as a ball that is wrapped up which continues to roll on skin grabbing the residual pigment and dirt. To remove the ball which is a micelle, you use a cotton pad. Friction or rubbing is inevitable and this can be harsh for sensitive skin.
What is the downside to oil cleansers?
Pure oil cleansers are often too greasy, my choice is an emulsion or a milk cleanser. Milk cleansers are oil in water formulations, the oil component dissolves makeup pigments and removes excess sebum. The “like for like” principle here is that oil soluble pigments are dissolved in a similar substance—an oil in water emulsion.
What is the difference between emulsion vs oil cleansers?
The benefits of an emulsion are that it is less greasy than pure oil formulations. It is also effective as a humectant if formulated with moisturising ingredients. When you physically rub off the makeup on a cotton pad, the oil component protects your skin. It acts as a barrier between the cotton pad and skin, hence reducing friction unlike with micellar solution.
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Holistic Acne Treatment—Botanicals, Advanced Cosmetology https://www.udemy.com/course/esthetics-cosmetology/
Le Lait™ Milk Cleanser Make-up remover
How does cleansing affect the skin microbiome?
Cleansing is an important part of the skin microbiome because it helps to restore the natural balance of good and bad bacteria. In acne prone individuals, we consider propionibacterium acnes as a pathogenic bacteria. P acnes otherwise doesn’t cause problems in other individuals. The reason is because excessive growth of p acnes occurs in individuals who produce a certain type of oil- defined by its physical and chemical composition. P. acnes has been identified in acne prone individuals which drives a vicious cycle of inflammation and comedone formation.
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Skincare Decoded Complete Skin Science & Basic Dermatology for Aestheticians Skincare Professionals https://a.co/d/9Lhe2Sh
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Skincare Expert and Medi-Facial Certificate Course https://www.udemy.com/course/skincare-expert-course/
Skincare Ingredients & Cosmeceutical Compounding Course
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Holistic Acne Treatment—Botanicals, Advanced Cosmetology https://www.udemy.com/course/esthetics-cosmetology/
Acne Oil Control Facial Wash - Miel Honey™ Cleanser https://drtwlderma.com/product/miel-honeytm-cleanser/
Our skin’s source of water comes from the deeper layers of the skin. When the skin is initially exposed to a dry environment, our skin reacts by delivering more water to the skin surface. The surge of water supply eventually plateaus (given there is only so much that the deeper skin layers can delivery), and this ultimately leads to dry skin.
A facial mist delivers water content to the skin surface to preserve hydration levels. While some of the facial mist will be lost to the surroundings, it still helps to keep the skin moisturized.
A mist also enhances skin viscoelasticity by softening the skin layer and maintaining skin moisturization. You can expect greater elasticity or resilience with frequent spritzing of your favourite mist.
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Skin Anatomy & Physiology at the Heart of Barrier Function & Hydration
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 because of the marketing campaigns by industry giants.
Before you commit to any product or treatment that promises to ‘repair’ the skin barrier, I’ll teach you exactly how to navigate industry jargon so you don't get confused, worse still, foxed by the deluge of claims—beginning with the basic science of skin.
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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 art of skincare routines.
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Hair fall is a condition that can affect both men and women. While it most commonly begins in mid-life, there are steps we can take to prevent and treat it. Hair loss is a condition that can be influenced by hormonal factors, genetics and especially scalp health. In this episode, I’m going to be sharing my top tips on building an ideal hair and scalp care routine that focuses on strengthening and anchoring your roots—for healthy hair inside out.
This masterclass is sponsored by Clear Haircare, a leader in hair and scalp cosmeceuticals. Clear Scalpceuticals Hair Fall Resist for women and the Clear Men Scalp Pro Anti-Hairfall Fortifying ranges are ideally formulated for specific hair and scalp concerns pertaining to men and women. Backed by robust research and scientific evidence, the Clear Catalyst range features key actives such as Dynoxidil and Follilock which are clinically proven to improve scalp health and reduce hair fall. Available at https://www.ulmysg.com/ClearAntiHairFallSG/
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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 loss and skin dullness in a single step, addressing all major signs of photoaging with a holistic botanical formula.
This week’s episode focuses on the science behind photoaging. I’ll also address how botanical formulations can address underlying inflammaging processes holistically, reducing signs of aging such as dull skin, hyperpigmentation and irregular texture.
Let’s begin with what dermatologists term the skin exposome concept. The exposome refers to both environmental and biological processes that influence cell aging. Throughout our lifespan, cells work constantly to repair damage sustained day to day, UV radiation, airborne pollution and exposure to carcinogens result in mutations. The body’s natural physiological processes actively target these abnormal cells, engulfing them before they have the chance to turn into cancerous growths—a process known as apoptosis.
However as one grows older, this balance of protective mechanisms vs environmental damage is lost—cells become fatigued, resulting in what is known as cell senescence. A gradual falling asleep that ultimately leads to an inability to clear out abnormal cells. This is what eventually causes hyperpigmentation and dullness. On the top-most layer of skin, also known as the stratum corneum, dead skin cells begin to accumulate as the skin cycle lengthens. Skin shedding is the body’s natural exfoliation mechanism which allows new cells to regenerate, revealing radiant, healthy skin. The loss of cell energy within the mitochondria also means that the body will be unable to clear excess melanin pigment, resulting in accumulation and the development of hyperpigmentation. Collagen production also slows down, leading to skin sagging and wrinkle formation.
Dior’s Rosapeptide Premier formulation contains 99 molecules that targets the 3 critical signs of aging—volume, texture and radiance. At the heart of which is the phytochemical-rich composition derived from the earliest Rose de Granville buds. Picked precisely in the week before full bloom, the buds undergo solvent-free extraction processes that utilise water innate to the blooms—combined with Rosapeptide, a 99 molecule-rich extract that results in perfect synergy, a protective anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and nourishing concentrate that targets all major signs of skin aging, revealing smooth, radiant, plump and elastic skin from the inside out.
The Dior Prestige collection is a complete range featuring precious Rosapeptide, derived from Rose de Granville—the first rose from Monsieur Christian Dior’s garden, the heart of beauty. Available at https://shop.dior.com.sg/products/dior-prestige-le-nectar-premier-intensive-revitalizing-age-defying-face-and-neck-serum-enhances-densifies-and-gives-radiance
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The Slide Show is a series of mini workshops designed for learning on the go, with easily digestible bullet point slides and helpful visual aides. You'll get my pdf notes sent to your inbox plus an accompanying lecture. In this week's installment, we'll be covering the essentials of skin barrier function—must know skin science for skin experts.
Imagine the skin like a brick wall that serves to protect your skin from the external environment. It keeps out allergens like dust, pollutants and bad germs. At the same time, it also adapts to the environment. Healthy skin adjusts to changes in temperature, humidity and is also adversely affected by disturbances in the microbiome. What you need to understand is that it is ultimately the balance in this ecological system that matters—not precise values. This is why topical antibiotic treatments for various dermatological conditions have failed—acne skin is affected by Cutibacterium acnes, but it isn’t the bacteria alone that’s causing the disease. In this tutorial, I'll take you through the anatomy and physiology of the skin barrier—the foundations of essential dermatology for skin experts.
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Hyperpigmentation is a key feature of photoaging, along with the development of wrinkles, loss of skin elasticity and facial volume. Pigmentation isn’t just a cosmetic concern—it can be a sign of underlying inflammation. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation for instance arises from conditions such as eczema or other forms of dermatitis, all of which are part of what is widely referred to as sensitive or reactive skin. Acne scars are also a form of hyperpigmentation, beginning with post-inflammatory erythema or redness immediately after acne resolves. This redness is a sign of inflammation, which later becomes pigmentation as the melanocytes begin to produce melanin. Melanin deposited in the superficial and deeper layers become what we know as hyperpigmentation.
Traditionally prescribed tyrosinase inhibitors such as hydroquinone reverse this process by blocking the melanin synthesis pathway. However, hydroquinone is also associated with skin irritation which can occur even with short term use. Sensitive skin for example does not respond well to hydroquinone therapy—it is possible for flare ups to occur necessitating the use of topical steroid therapy. For instance the 3-in-1 hydroquinone-retinoid-steroid formula known by its trade name Triluma was specifically created to counteract these side effects during the treatment of melasma. Such an approach isn’t a solution either—those with sensitive skin are susceptible to side effects of irritation, caused by barrier disruption.
Is it possible to treat hyperpigmentation without the use of prescription topicals? Hyperpigmentation treatment in sensitive skin types deserves a more in depth study— join me as I dive right into the science of this conundrum. I’ll share the latest research on bacterial ferment filtrates as melanogenesis inhibitors, alternative tyrosinase inhibitors and the exciting field of functional dermatology.
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Skincare Techniques for Advanced Practitioners
The second in a series in collaboration with Skin Masters Academy, this episode delves into the management of hyperpigmentation disorders in the context of sensitive skin.
The Skincare Formulation Series is an online course created for advanced skincare practitioners. Access tutorials created by board certified dermatologist Dr.TWL as she imparts her expertise in treating sensitive skin types with advanced skincare routine techniques. Learn to choose cosmeceutical products for non-prescription acne therapy with her holistic approach to beautiful skin inside out.
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Acne and sensitive skin can co-exist. It is also especially problematic because acne prone skin tends to be associated with overproduction of sebum, yet we understand skin sensitivity as a problem with dry skin. While it seems paradoxical, such a phenomenon often described as oily-dehydrated skin—can be explained this way. Dry skin isn’t necessarily just dehydrated. We are referring to a disrupted skin barrier —which can occur in the presence of excess oil production.
We delve into the science of this paradox in this week’s masterclass on acne skincare routines. Access this free tutorial created as part of the upcoming Skincare Formulation Series, a course created for advanced practitioners. Join Dr.TWL as she imparts her expertise in treating sensitive skin types with advanced skincare routine techniques. Learn to choose cosmeceutical products for non-prescription acne therapy.
There are key considerations here which we will go through. I’ll also include a discussion on what to look out for in specific product formulations tailored to remedy such imbalances.
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Anti-Aging Skincare Masters Certification: Brain-Skin Axis https://www.udemy.com/course/holistic-health-self-care/
Access tutorials created as part of the upcoming Skincare Formulation Series, a course created for advanced skincare practitioners. Join Dr.TWL as she imparts her expertise in treating sensitive skin types with advanced skincare routine techniques. Learn to choose cosmeceutical products for non-prescription acne therapy with her holistic approach to beautiful skin inside out.
Launching Sept 9.
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The rich and beautiful have it all, don’t they? Celebrity suicides draw attention to pervasive mental health issues that are equally indiscriminate—plaguing the young and attractive—those regarded by society as the most successful.
Is it possible that the practice of cosmetic dermatology breeds the vicious cycle of insecurity in body dysmorphophobia rather than addressing it? In this podcast I share some of my reflections that led to my decision to leave the practice of cosmetic dermatology back in 2019.
Normative perfection does not exist. Does it?
The relationship between the material and the mental world was referred to by Gustav Fechner as the realm of psychophysics, also known as “die geistige Welt” in German. A literal translation to “spiritual universe”. As the pioneer of modern psychology, he proposed a set of metrics which could be used to statistically define the experience of beauty—also what makes one “fall in love”.
Contemporary models examining the psychology of beauty refer to it as an undefined aesthetic response. We debate that beauty must be universal since we prefer familiar objects, yet philosophers hypothesise that beauty must possess an inherent element of surprise. Psychologists also acknowledge that the experience of beauty requires an element of cognition—it’s also paradoxically ascribed to pleasure, experienced as a visceral sensation.
These diverse attributes are consistent with biological phenomena—complex, interactive processes that work towards a collective purpose.
In the age of AI, will we finally achieve perfection? Or is there an insidious force already working behind the scenes. Join me in this episode as I unravel the dangers of following the crowd, especially in the business of beauty.
2023 saw TikTok skincare trends of skin flooding and later, skin streaming take centrestage. What is the science behind this? Now, if you are a skincare minimalist, the great news is that these two concepts are actually synergistic—here’s my take adapted for teen skin.
First, some quick definitions.
Skin flooding involves layering skincare i.e. serum, lotion, cream, ointment ala K-beauty multi-step skincare routine style whereas the concept of skin streaming refers to just sticking to a “streamlined” as-needed philosophy for your daily regimen.
Practically speaking, these trends make no material impact on what dermatologists actually recommend, based on the core principles of:
1. Choosing efficient skincare actives i.e. cosmeceuticals backed by evidence based medicine
2. Not exposing your skin to unnecessary, multiple irritating actives, applicable in the context of acids such as AHAs, BHAs, retinols, retinoids which can cause skin sensitisation
3. Respecting the skin barrier overall
How do you carry out skin streaming?
That being said, I feel the concept of skin streaming is most relevant for those who are relatively new to complex skincare regimens and may be confused about where to begin in the first place.
Here is my cheat sheet for the 3 skin types dermatologists generally encounter:
1. Acne-prone, oily skin
2. Normal/combination skin
3. Dry/sensitive skin
Skin streaming must be applied in the context of knowledge of basic skin types. Take our skin type test to find out if you aren’t sure and receive personalised recommendations. https://drtwlderma.com/what-is-my-skin-type/
The main question to address in skin streaming is: how do you normalise the skin microenvironment? For purposes of this discussion, we will zoom in on the single most important product for each skin type.
For full guide head over to https://drtwlderma.com/skin-streaming-hacks-according-to-a-dermatologist/
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