Aesthetics & Beauty Guide (ABG) is the first aesthetics magazine from Singapore to bridge the information gap between medical professionals and the layman. In every issue, you will find detailed treatment reviews , the lowdown on the latest aesthetic treatments available and profiles of qualified medical professionals – basically, your go-to guide for all things aesthetics.

I started ReviewAntiAging.com last year in my personal pursuit to look for the best aesthetic treatments for myself. My partnership with ABG has allowed me to share my vast experience with a wider pool of women (and men!).  In the name of “work”, I’ve reviewed almost 20 treatments and looking at my skin now – smooth, radiant and taut, I’m definitely a big believer that aesthetic treatments can help you get better skin and maintain your complexion for many years to come.

In this inaugural issue of ABG, you’ll get a crash course in Aesthetics 101, reviews of the latest and most effective aesthetic treatments, hear from Dr Georgia Lee as she talks about her new skincare range, get all your acne questions answered by renown dermatologist, Dr Joyce Lim, get the skinny on the newest slimming treatments to get rid of your wobbly bits, and many more health and beauty tips.

ABG is available at all major newstands and bookstores, get your copy before it’s sold out (I hear that Kino and Borders have had to replenish and copies are being stolen from doctors’ clinics)!

Dr Georgia Lee

Cosmeceuticals represent the marriage of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Examples of products typically labeled as cosmeceuticals include anti-aging creams, serums and moisturisers. Cosmeceuticals are cosmetic products with biologically active ingredients purporting to have medical or drug-like benefits.

And, who better to create these products than doctors themselves.  Several doctors have come up with their own skincare range to better serve their patients as well as tap on the burgeoning skincare industry.

They include:

Dr Georgia Lee with drgeorgialee skincare. Read my interview with her about her new “baby” here:

http://www.reviewantiaging.com/drgeorgialee-skincare.html

Dr SM Yuen with his Rose-2 range:

http://treatment.com.sg/product_rose.htm

Dr David Loh of David Loh Surgery who will be launching his luxurious line in a few weeks. Stay tuned for more updates here.

Rose 2

Name: Rose-2™ Clinical Skin Care System developed by Dr SM Yuen

What is it for: Rose-2™ helps users combat signs of aging, dull blotchy skin, wrinkled skin, uneven skin tone and age spots. Dr Yuen collaborated with a Korean skincare product specialist to develop Rose-2™ to use in combination with his in-clinic treatments. They’ve combined scientifically proven medical grade active ingredients with the nourishing and gentle benefits of botanical ingredients to ensure that in their Rose-2™, over enthusiastic skin stimulation is avoided while allowing sufficient potency so that users can experience optimal results.

Active ingredients: Alpha Arbutin, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Perfluorodecalin (PFC). Botanical extracts: Willow Bark Extract, Trehalose, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

8 products available:
Splash Away – Gentle Purifying Cleanser
Hydra Intenz – Advanced Renewal Moisturizer
Hydra Relief – Skin Perfecting Moisturizer
Derma Refine – Double Action ExfoliantMasque
Time Off – Recovery Booster Cream
UV Shield – SPF 30 PA +++
Total Clear – Skin Tone Brightener
Hydra Brite – Brightening Eye Complex  

Price range: $47.00 – $151.80
 
More details in their website: Under Rose-2 tab http://www.atlasmedicalclinic.com/

Infuzion

INFUZION™ gold liquid masques are a modern facial indulgence, based on ancient proven traditions. Finely crafted by extracting active key ingredients through a pure, gold lined infusion process, each INFUZION masque is made with a time-released formula that is rich in important minerals, essential vitamins and active extracts.

The refreshing ingredients promote immediate moisture to the surface of the skin to help combat signs of fatigued skin while promoting a healthy, beautiful look. (Can’t wait to try this!)

Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Plant Collagen Powder
- Cucumber Extract
- Plant Collagen Protein
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin B5
- Glycerin

Nectifirm

Nectifirm is the only product available that addresses all the changes that occur as the skin on the neck ages. It contains power ingredients formulated to rejuvenate your neck area by treating it differently from the skin on your face.
Backed by years of intensive research, Nectifirm is the most complete treatment for firming, smoothing and hydrating the neck and decolletage, making them able to withstand gravity’s daily pull.

*96% of patients experienced a firmer neck with Nectifirm! (Will pass this to Mom to try…)

All products above are available at David Loh Surgery.

What I like:

georgialee facial scrub

georgialee Facial Scrub – It boasts bigger than normal granules, but does not feel abrasive and  I love how squeaky clean it makes my skin feel.

Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour cream

Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream – Ultra-nourishing lotion with an addictive lemongrass scent.

georgialee facial wash

georgialee Lightening Face Wash – This cleanser does a great job of cleaning without any suds. It also has lightening benefits!

Can’t Live Without:

Viscontour Serum

Viscontour Serum – Only available from the doctors, this is a dream come true for my oily skin. Imagine a moisturizer without the grease. Made from Hyaluronic Acid, it forms a barrier similar to how skin naturally holds water in the intercellular matrix. 

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra-lift & Strengthening Eye Serum

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra-lift & Strengthening Eye Serum - Love its individually packed serum capsules which is great for travelling. This is an effective remedy for undereye wrinkles and its light texture is quickly absorbed into skin.

Proactiv Repairing Lotion

Proactiv Repairing Lotion – This has been my staple for the last 10 years and it helps keep pimples at bay.

What anti aging products can’t you live without?