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Topics: Beauty

  • Look Good For Yourself And No One Else

    Women are strong, resilient, and capable. But at the same time, we are also our worst critics, especially regarding our appearance. Often, we feel that we are not beautiful enough, which can cause a dent in our self-confidence.
    And while it is true that physical appearance matters, you should not let what others say or think of you dictate how you should be. Instead, live with the aim of self-l

  • Fight middle-age spread & weight gain in menopause!

    Weight gain in menopause and general middle-age spread are the hardest kind of weight to shift; and belly fat loss is particularly tricky. However, as Anna Murphy from Expat Living explains, women in Singapore do have shortcuts at hand, including Vaser Liposuction.
    The transition to menopause
    In my twenties, I was a size 10, occasionally a size 8. After having twins in my early thirties, I s

  • Gynecomastia And How It Impacts Your Confidence for National Service (NS) 

    Was the first thing you did when you received your Full-time National Service (NS) enlistment letter to look down at your chest? You have a few months to go before officially serving the nation, and as proud and eager as you are to be the backbone of Singapore's defence, you are anxious and worried about your enlarged male breasts.
    On the Official MINDEF website, there is a dedicated page on ho

  • Adolescent gynecomastia: Diagnosis for teenagers with gynecomastia

    Gynecomastia (overly enlarged male breasts) is an issue affecting the male gender, both adult and youths. This medical condition is commonly caused by hormonal imbalance and affects both breasts (bilateral gynecomastia) or one-sided breasts (unilateral gynecomastia).
    Pseudogynecomastia, on the other hand, is a result of only fat accumulation on the chest. This condition does not affect the mal

  • Bingo Wings, Armpit Fat & Accessory Breasts: Why they won’t respond to non-invasive treatments

    Bingo wings, armpit fat, and accessory breasts are as common as rain. Many of us deal with them and are bothered by them when looking to wear strapless and sleeveless tops, and dresses. Having bingo wings, armpit fat, or accessory breasts does not mean you are unhealthy. Many athletes and celebrities have them too! Chrissy Teigen admitted to getting liposuction on her armpits so that she feels bet

  • Body Sculpting for men - Botched liposuction & more

    Body sculpting and liposuction are used by men (as well as women) to get them into a shape they feel good about. It’s important that you come out looking better than when you went in! Unfortunately, there have been plenty of botched liposuction procedures and also fat freezing and cosmetic procedures that have gone wrong. Many of the ones being corrected here in Singapore were carried out in diffe

  • Can you liposuction arm fat in Singapore?

    Diet and exercise alone are inadequate in targeting fat loss, particularly in specific areas. We are all unique, and our body distributes fat accordingly.
    The term "fat" may conjure negative connotations, but in reality, it is essential for our existence and survival. It serves an indispensable role in storing energy. Fat cells keep us warm - yes, without fat, we would freeze - and it helps th

  • Will the Effects of Fat Grafting Last?

    Fat grafting involves transplanting excess fat from one body area to another, such as the face, hands, breasts, and buttocks, to correct, remodel, volumise, and rejuvenate.
    The beauty of this customised treatment is that it also removes excess fat from other parts of the body (donor site) such as the abdomen, love handles, thighs or buttocks.
    In recent years, fat grafting therapeutic benef

  • Dr Ivan Puah Expands Service To Sports Aesthetics® To Meet Demands Of Sportspeople

    Sports aesthetics® is a term coined by Dr Ivan Puah based on the three pillars of combining unique service offerings to help fitness enthusiasts, sportspeople and professional athletes attain their ideal physiques without compromising the quality of their physical health.
    SINGAPORE, May 2022 -- Since 2019, Amaris B. Clinic has expanded its medical aesthetics, and surgical body sculpting service

  • Will fat return after liposuction?

    When something is bad, we all want to get rid of it immediately and, more importantly, permanently. This applies to almost everything in our lives, including our appearance. Hence it is not hard to understand why liposuction, with its near-immediate results and its ability to rid fat permanently, is the most commonly performed fat loss and body contouring procedure globally.
    Still, there are co

  • Is it cool for men to have aesthetic treatments or cosmetic surgeries?

    Yes, gents, it’s okay to have aesthetic treatments and cosmetic surgeries such as facial liposuction! An increasing number of men over 35 are moving from basic grooming such as eyebrow shaping and skincare, to aesthetic treatments like wrinkle-smoothing, commonly known as ‘Brotox’, laser skin rejuvenation and dermal fillers. They also seek cosmetic surgeries such as facial liposuction, pseudogynec

  • Excess fat in your thighs causing skin issues and affecting your sartorial choices? This could be the most effective way to tone up your lower body

    MPicking out clothes to wear can be a Herculean task, especially for those with a thicker lower body. Choosing the right pants feels like a treasure hunt, and you’d probably shy away from skirts and body-hugging dresses too.
    Another problem with thick thighs that you may deal with is thigh chafing.
    Why does this happen, and what triggers this issue? Keep reading as we lay out the facts about

  • Beauty tourism is quietly flourishing globally and locally – but at what cost?

    From rhinoplasty and liposuction to dermal fillers and veneers, the beauty tourism industry is burgeoning. Tourists are travelling to all corners of the globe from South Korea and Thailand to Mexico and Turkey in pursuit of aesthetic treatments and cosmetic surgeries.
    The pandemic did little to hamper their search, as these consumers looked inward to local providers to get the job done so that

  • If being a couch potato has taken its toll…

    Dr Ivan Puah has seen a rise in expat patients who need help with various issues. The impact of COVID on businesses and job security, along with general fear-mongering, has affected the mental health of many. Dr Puah talks us through the various scenarios and what he recommends.

  • Look attractive with or without your face mask!

    There are many inconveniences caused by the pandemic, but having to wear a face mask has turned out to be a blessing in disguise for some. It’s been great for hiding double chins and heavy jowls – and maskne too!

  • Thinking of getting the perfect breasts? Here are 8 myths Dr. Ivan Puah wants you to stop believing

    From supplements and massages to workout routines, countless ways are touted to help increase your breast size. But the reality is: these tricks are no more than myths and old wives' tales that do little to help you achieve the perfect bosom you desire.
    To separate fact from fiction, we rounded up nine misconceptions people commonly have on how to increase one's cup size. Here's what's true.

  • How Long Does It Take to See Weight Loss Results?

    Just like Rome, most other things weren’t built in a day, so have a little bit of patience and keep up the consistent effort. Still, the concerns are valid as, at times, effort and results don’t seem to correlate.

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