Dr. Tan’s Blog

Q: What is glutathione? A: Glutathione is an antioxidant naturally produced in cells. It is a tripeptide of cysteine, glycine, and glutamate. Thanks to its melanin-inhibiting properties, reduced glutathione has become a popular oral option to whiten and brighten skin....

Q: Are all melasma the same? A: No, they are not. There are 3 types of melasma: 1. Epidermal melasma Border: well-defined Colour: dark brown Treatment: usually has a good response. 2. Dermal melasma Border: ill-defined Colour: Light brown to blue-grey Treatment:...

Q: What is tranexamic acid? A: Tranexamic acid is another new wonder ingredient that you can add on to your skin whitening list. It can be used to treat pigmentation and for skin brightening. Tranexamic acid is a synthetic derivative of the amino acid lysine....

Q: Why do we get a pigmented spot after a skin injury? A: Skin injury causes the skin to become reactive and inflamed. This process triggers our pigment producing cells called melanocytes to produce excessive melanin. This pigment in turn stays in the previously...

Q: Is there an injection for acne? A: Painful cystic acne can sometimes be treated by steroid injection. It will reduce the inflammation and therefore can shrink the acne. It will relieve the pain, redness and swelling of a cystic acne within a few days. However,...

Q: Should I use moisturizer if I have oily skin? A: Our skin is constantly exposed to external environmental pollutant which can damage the moisture barrier causing loss of moisture and increase in oil production. That's why, you do need to use a moisturizer to...