B for Broccoli in Skincare Ingredients Dictionary In Skincare Ingredients Dictionary by Dr.TWL, we learn that Broccoli is from a genus of plant in the cruciferous family. This refers to Brassica Oleracea which includes plants such as kale and cabbage. It is particularly rich in vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc and […]
Don’t be envious of another’s glowing skin—here’s a dermatologist’s cheatsheet to get yours. Glowing skin tip #1 The anatomy of the glow It all boils down to 4 factors: The Science of the Skin Barrier Dull, flaky skin is quite the opposite of the coveted glow—ever wondered why? The accumulation of dead skin cells aka […]
Is Facial Mist Good for Oily Skin? In this episode, Dr. Teo Wan Lin shares her top beauty tips on what types of skincare to use and to avoid, especially if you have oily skin and live in a tropical city like Singapore. Her top skincare tip for those with oily skin? Always have a hydrating […]
Dr. Teo Wan Lin hosts the beauty podcast Dermatologist Talks Science of Beauty available on Spotify, Apple and Google Podcasts. The board certified dermatologist is the author of the Skincare Bible, widely touted as the Asian Beauty Expert’s Guide to skincare in the millennia. An international beauty KOL, she was featured on Dior Beauty’s inaugural […]
Are you looking for the best sunscreen in Singapore? What makes sunscreen effective? Turns out it is not just the formulation that’s important, but also how acceptable it is when applied on skin! This is why even if a sunscreen encompasses the best active ingredients, it will rank the worst by users if it leaves […]
According to Singapore dermatologist Dr Teo Wan Lin, the good news is that the fundamental rules of a good skincare regimen apply on flights as well. Do you have sensitive skin? If you are prone to eczema flare ups when you travel, this article explains why. Flaking, redness, stinging sensations are all signs of eczema, […]
Is silicone in skincare such as sunscreen and moisturisers harmful? Does Silicone clog pores? If you are in the habit of looking down the ingredient list of your skincare products, you are in good company. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Teo Wan Lin of TWL Specialist Skin & Laser Centre shares why you should not rule out […]