If you have acne breakout, you always wish that there is something that can fix it overnight. You also know that this is not possible at the moment. All you can do is face it in the mirror and learn to treat it. Learning how to treat it is important. Before anything else, you should know what caused the scarring.

Acne scars are permanent indentations and it can come in many shapes and sizes. There are some scars that are thick – scars that stick out above your skin while others are keloid – scars that have overproduced skin tissue. Then there is atrophic scars that leaves depression on your skin.

If the acne is severe, the body will create little or too much tissue that can eventually lead to a depression in your skin. You have to remember that the deeper the acne lesion or the more it is squeezed or picked, the more likely it will lead to scarring. There are some Singaporeans who have this issue and it is time to know how to treat it.

Since scarring is more serious than marks, it is important that you consult your dermatologist first about your status. If you are that conscious, you should not waste time sulking. You cannot restore it to its former glory but you can do something to at least lighten it up. Dermatologists will base the treatments on the following:

Steroid injections

This is perhaps the fastest treatment of them all. As soon as you identified the pimple, a steroid shot can easily be asked from your dermatogist. The importance of steroid injections is to reduce the inflammation. If you take care of it immediately, you will not give your fingers chance to prick them.

Dermal fillers

This can be a long process but dermal fillers can be one of the most effective treatment. In this treatment, dermal filters will elevate the depressed areas immediately. Dermal fillers have two ingredients that can help improve scarring. Polymethylmethacylate that can help the body make protein to allow scarring to heal then collagen.

Lasers

To reduce the redness, lasers can be considered. This is only for scars that are still red. However for scars that are no longer red, a different kind of laser is used. Remember though that the result of lasers will vary depending on treatments and the downtime of your recovery process.

Submit to varying treatments

You just do not continuously ask for topical prescriptions every time you think that it doesn’t work. Scars are different from marks. Topical prescriptions will not work for the scars. To know about varying treatments, you should see your dermatologist right away.

Having white teeth may not be important to other Singaporeans but if you constantly face different people, you will eventually wish you have white teeth. Having white teeth is no brainer these days. If you have lots of extra money, you can go directly to your dentist and demand it. However, if money is an issue, you can always rely on natural remedy.

Natural remedies include foods that can actually help white your teeth. Oh yes, you heard it right. You can munch your way to whiter and beautiful teeth. Here are some foods that you should consider:

1. Strawberries: Eating strawberries is inconvenient because its juice can stain however its powers in whitening your teeth can make a difference at the end of the day. Strawberries contain malic acid which is capable to whiten teeth. Malic acid can remove the stains in the surface. The stains will make your teeth look aged and dark.

 

2. Cauliflower: This food will inspire more chewing. Chewing is good for the production of saliva. Saliva is beneficial because it can wash away discoloration that accumulated on the enamel’s surface.

 

3. Broccoli: Broccoli can help by creating a protection for the tooth enamel. For best cleansing solution, you should consider raw broccoli.

 

4. Pineapple: Of all foods, pineapple is known as the only one that contains bromelain. Bromelain is famous because of its cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties. If given by pina colada, you should not deny it.

5. Carrots: Carrots are famous for its water content. Body conscious people love carrots because they are perfect for the waistline. Apart from that, carrots can help whiten teeth by encouraging saliva production. Saliva can actually sweep away food debris as well as strengthening your gums.

 

6. Cheese: Another food to consider is cheese. Cheese is good for the teeth because it is rich in protein and calcium. These can protect the tooth enamel. Cheese also contains lactic acid that can prevent decaying of tooth.

 

7. Apples: It is true than an apple a day keeps the doctor away (including dentists). If you chew apples for a whole, it will stimulate saliva. You know the importance of saliva as it can wash away food debris on your teeth.

 

8. Yoghurt: Yoghurt works similarly with cheese but it is your healthy choice. If you do not want to get fat, yoghurt is the best food to eat. It contains phosphorus and calcium that can neutralize acid and re-mineralize enamel.

There is nothing wrong aspiring for white and beautiful teeth. If your teeth are already white and beautiful, you should take care of it.

Cellulite affects more than 80 percent of women – from all shapes and sizes – in Singapore. It’s most common in the thighs, but is also present on the buttocks, legs and stomach area. Luckily, this beauty problem can now be solved. To manage your cellulite problems, use these simple and easy home remedies.

1. Cayenne Powder. Not only will cayenne powder assist you in eliminating cellulite, it’ll also help you lose some weight. It increases the blood circulation and metabolism, removes the toxins and naturally heats the body from the inside.

 

To make this natural remedy, simply add the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon, a teaspoon of finely grated ginger, two teaspoons of cayenne powder and a glass of warm water. Mix everything well and enjoy the drink twice a day. Use this remedy for a month or two, then take a one month breather before continuing the treatment. When you finally reach your ideal skin tone and weight, just drink it once or twice a week.

 

2. Ground coffee has long been proven to be healthy. More than just increasing the blood circulation to keep the body and skin healthy, ground coffee can also be used as an exfoliating scrub to remove the dead skin cells.

 

To do this, you’ll need three tablespoons of sugar, two tablespoons of coconut oil and 1/4 cup of ground coffee beans. Mix the ingredients together to create a paste, and with a small amount, massage it into the affected area for several minutes then rinse it off with warm water. Perform this twice or thrice a week, or daily if desired.

 

3. Apple Cider Vinegar. Cider vinegar has long been known as a great cellulite fighter. It is rich in calcium, magnesium, minerals and potassium, which assists in fighting cellulite while getting rid of the toxins in the body. You can use it as a drink or as a body scrub.

 

To use it as a drink, simply mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with a teaspoon of honey. Drink it twice a day, daily. For the apple cider scrub, mix one part of the vinegar with two parts of water then add some honey (optional), and apply to the area to be treated. Leave it on for thirty minutes before rinsing with warm water. Use the scrub twice a day or until you reach the result that you want.

 

4. Dry Brushing and Coconut Oil. One of the popular and widely used combination among the home remedies for cellulite is dry skin brushing and moisturizing with virgin coconut oil. This method is so effective since it tightens the epidermis and helps in breaking up the toxic materials that cellulite is made of.

 

5. Omega-3 Rich Foods. It is believed that the consumption of wrong kinds of fats is what causes cellulite to appear – and that consuming enough amounts of omega-3 fatty acids will aid in reducing appearance of cellulites over time. Either way, fat soluble vitamins and omega-3 are essential for the body, so it won’t hurt to try it out. Add some fermented cod liver oil into your daily diet for healthier skin.

6. Vegetables and Fruits. Another easy way to eliminate cellulite is by eating healthy foods. Fill your diet with fruits and vegetables not only to stay healthy, but also to lose some weight and keep your body well hydrated. Just make sure that you shed off weight steadily since losing weight too quickly could result to loss of muscles instead of cellulite.

 

7. Workout Activities. Yes, time may not be always on your side, but if you want to get rid of cellulite – and want to achieve your dream body – you’ll have to learn to make some time for exercising. Find an exercise routine or an activity that’ll target the area of your body affected by cellulite.

 

If you have cellulite on your stomach, then body twists, crunches and leg raises are the ideal exercise routines for you. For cellulites in the thigh area, leg exercises are ideal. For the arms, try swimming, push ups, pull ups and more.

Getting rid of your cellulite problem is quite easy. Just be disciplined enough to eat healthy foods and perform your exercise routine, and you’ll surely be rewarded with a fit and cellulite-free body.

Smelling good can be one of your assets. If you smell good, people will definitely swarm around you. If you smell that bad, many people will surely ignore or avoid you. You do not want to be ostracized. You have to accept that sometimes, you are judged by how you smell.

Smelling good is a challenge here in Singapore and because of the humidity, you tend to sweat a lot. As your day progresses, you lose that freshness but it does not mean that you have to yield. You can do something. Here are some things that you need to know about the art of smelling good:

• Wearing fresh clothes: It is imperative that you wear fresh clothes every day. You have to be particular about choosing your clothes though. The best thing that you can wear is airy clothes. Sweat is not smelly but if bacteria accumulate, it can yield a funky smell.

• Laundering right: There is even the right way to launder clothes. You need to pay attention to how you wash your clothes. You need to rinse your clothes at least three times and employ fabric conditioner. Fabric conditioners have the power to keep the clothes fresh longer than ordinary detergent soap.

 

• Coat scents: Even the most powerful eau de toilette is not a match for Singapore’s humidity. Keeping the scent long is a challenge but it is possible. The best thing that you can do is to coat the scents so it will last long. You have to consider products that carry the same scent from the body wash to the lotion and the perfume. The scent will surely linger.

 

Normal people like us do not have expert makeup artists at our disposal 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is why we have to learn how to perfectly apply makeup on our own. Part of this is learning to put on concealer seamlessly.

To help you in learning quickly, we give you essential concealer tips that can help you achieve that perfect makeup look.

 

Concealer 101

• Always choose the right color. Choose a shade closest to your natural skin tone and color.
• Always start with applying foundation before topping it with concealer. This will ensure that the concealer won’t be erased by the sponge or brush used in applying foundation.
• Always put on concealer mildly. Spread a light layer over the blemish, scar or spot.
• Do not rub the concealer over the skin, instead do light dabbing and tapping strokes to blend the concealer in.
• Always set the concealer with translucent powder so that it doesn’t slide down.

 

For scars

• For dark scars, use orange concealer to offset the color of the mark and make it unnoticeable.
• For raised scars, using a light concealer shade can draw more attention to the scar. Instead, use a concealer that is perfectly similar to your skin color and blend it properly.

 

For dark circles

• To conceal dark circles under the eyes, use a concealer in the color of orange or peach. The orange color of the concealer will cancel the blue-colored shadows in your under eye.
• Top the orange concealer with a makeup base that matches your skin color perfectly.
• Apply this using your ring finger, the one with the lightest touch so as not to pull at the delicate skin of the eyes.
• Do not simply concealer on the under-eye area by using a simple dotting motion. This only draws attention to the puffiness of your eyes.
• Instead, draw an inverted triangle under your eyes and blend well.

For pimples and blemishes

• In concealing a pimple, use a green concealer to cancel the redness. Use a clean brush on the pimple to not worsen the irritation and avoid spreading bacteria.
• On the area surrounding the pimple, use cotton buds to cover the area in liquid concealer.
• Apply a finishing powder to set the concealer.
• For blemishes on the chest area, simply alternate between concealer and setting powder until the blemish is completely undetectable.
• On days when you don’t have a concealer with you, use a dot of liquid foundation on the blemish and let it dry until it reaches the consistency of a concealer. After which, don’t forget to always blend properly.

 

For instant highlighting effect

• A concealer can act as a double duty highlighting product. Use a light-colored concealer and apply it on the brow bone below your eyebrows, in the inner V of the eyelids, on the center of your forehead and the center of the chin.

 

Concealer colors for different problems

• Yellow- use for discoloration and to even out skin tone
• Green- used to conceal redness from spots and blemishes
• Orange/Peach and Pink- use this for the blue shadows and dark circles under the eyes