Topical steroids ointment have been the commonly prescribed medication for my eczema and dermatitis condition for many years. While it has been proven to be effective in managing mild to chronic skin inflammation symptoms, however, if used incorrectly, can result in negative effects on your skin. What are the different types of Topical Steroids? Topical […]
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In the latest issue of the scientific journal Allergy, a study reported that a large majority adults in Singapore – approximately 80 per cent of them showed allergic reactions to house dust mites and other allergens. With such a high number of allergic rhinitis and atopic dermatitis, there is a need to help the public […]
Skinshare Singapore is proud to be part of a Public Forum organized by the Singapore General Hospital : SGH Allergy Centre. This is a Free Public Forum on how to cope with Adult Allergies, with talks given by doctors/dermatologists. Topics include : Stop the Itch! Coping with Atopic Eczema Drug Allergy Myths & Truths of Food Allergy Allergic […]
Did you know that 75% of the adult population worldwide cannot digest milk well? In other words, the body becomes “lactose intolerant” when the lactase enzymes are eventually lost. According to NUH research, it has been estimated that 90% of Singaporean Chinese suffer from lactose intolerance. Are you one of them? Lactase is an enzyme that […]
Note: Skinshare.sg is the official distributor of YNot Natural emu oil products in Singapore and Malaysia What is emu oil? Emu oil is a product derived from the fat of the emu, a large flightless bird native to Australia. Australian aboriginals have historically used it as a natural skin emollient, well before the invention of […]
Women often pamper themselves with cucumber eye mask or cucumber facial wash to refresh their skin. But did you know that cucumber is also good for the skin when consumed? This plant from the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae is a highly alkaline vegetable and is best eaten raw. The best part of it is that it can […]
Ezerra Cream by Hoe Pharmaceuticals is a popular product for children and babies with dry and itchy skin. But, did you know that Hoe Pharmaceutical also has formulated a new product known as Ezerra Plus cream? Ezerra Plus cream is formulated to relieve extremely itchy, scratched skin that is susceptible to infection. Most consumers are aware of […]
A barrier cream is a topical formulation used in industrial applications and as a cosmetic to place a physical barrier between the skin and contaminants that may irritate the skin. Three classes of barrier creams are used: water repellent creams, water-soluble creams, and creams designed for special applications. Barrier creams may contain substances such as zinc […]