Snail Secretion for Skin Rejuvenation?!?!

The snail is a gastropod, a soft bodied invertebrate animal with no backbone and is protected by a hard external shell (mollusks). The snail retreats into its shell when it is alarmed. Snails can be found all over the world in the seas, fresh water, and in moist areas on land.

"Escargot" is the French word for snail. Escargot is also known as an appetiser dish of cooked land snails. Some species of snails that can be eaten are the "Helix Pomatia", "Petit-Gris Helix Aspersa" and "Helix Lucorum".

Interestingly, did you know that snails are also good for repairing our skin? The Cryptomphalus Aspersa Secretion (CAS) from a snail native to the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe can give vitality to the skin.

Benefits of CAS:
- Enhancement of skin regeneration
- Skin regeneration with bio-lifting effects and excellent cosmetic qualities
- Renews and repairs skin suffering environmental aggressions and photo-aging
- Accelerates the regeneration of cracked, dry and damaged skin
- Favours the collgen renovation in the extracellular matrix (collagenase activity), providing turgidity and elasticity to the skin
- Restructures and re-organises the extracellular matrix, reducing wrinkles and skin flaccidity
- Antioxidnat properties that slow down the damage induced by free radicals
- Contains essential trace elements such as calcium that stimulates cell metabolism
- Improves the appearance of the skin’s surface, its tightening and renewing effects leaving luminous and smooth

Uses of CAS in Combination with Dermatological Techniques:
Surface Treatments
- Superficial chemical peels (AHAs, Salicylic acid, Jessener’s solution, etc.)
- Mechnical peeling (Microderm etc.)
- Non-Abaltive laser (IPL)

Medium-Deep Treatments
- Medium chemical peels (TCA)
- Mechanical peeling (Dermabrasion)
- Laser (Resurfacing ablative laser – CO2, Erbium Yag)

Laser Hair Removal Treatments
- Diode, Ruby, Alexandrite, Argon, Nd:Yag
- Photo-depillation

Other Techniques
- Vascular laser treatment
- Cryotherapy
- Cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen)
- Electro-dessication
- Electro-surgery
- Infiltration techniques (fillings and BOTOX)
- Blepharoplasty
- Surgery (Liposuction, Mammoplasty, Lifting etc.)

Mechanism of Action of Cryptomphalus Aspersa Secretion in Dermocosmetic Techniques:
- Contributes to oxygenation of the skin (necessary for transformation of pro-collagen to collagen)
- Antioxidant activity
- Intense remodelling of the extracellular matrix
- Soothing and anti-inflammatory activity

Results of Using CAS in Dermocosmetic Techniques:
- Resolution of symptoms of erythema, pruritus ans sensation of buring
- Faster recovery of skin after any dermocosmetic technique
- Reduction of wrinkles
- Enhancement of dermacosmetic technical results

The Cryptomphalus Aspersa Secretion (CAS) by Endocare, is now available in ampoule form from all NeuGlow clinics. Call 24 hr hotline +65 8298 8000 for more information, or email enquiry@neuglow.com today.

Oily Skin Matters

To individuals out there with oily skin, don't you wish you can wake up on day and find yourself with a healthy, radiant complexion? No more greasy and shiny forehead / nose? Well, achieving that perfect matt-finished skin is possible, althought a little time is needed.

First and foremost, just a brief intro about oily skin. People with oily skin tend to have too much sebum being produced, causing clogged pores, acne and blemishes to develop. Oily skin is also in one's gentic makeup and is contributed by hormonal changes too.

Oily skin is a good breeding ground for bacteria. The acne bacteria, Propionebacterium acnes, feeds on the facial sebum, causing the acne to inflame. Then on, you hate looking in the mirror!

The Solutions:

1. Blue Light Laser - Free radicals from the Blue Light kills acne bacteria & gradually clears skin up
2. Micro BOTOX - When small doses of BOTOX® (hence the name Micro-BOTOX®) are injected into the skin, these same muscles' activities ablocked leading to smaller pores. As BOTOX® is also an inhibitor of P-factor (a main factor in the inflammation cascade), acne and its inflammatory process can be reversed. The other benefits are the non-oily, matte and powdered look.
3. Chemical Peels - Help slough off dead skin calls, clear blackheads, unclog pores, soften look of acne & promote skin renewal
4. Laser & IPL Skin Rejuvenation - To reduce skin redness, boken capillaries & normalise sebum production
5. Sun:Soul's Blumöd Therapeutic Sunwear - Hats, visors, sports tops to help clear skin & treat acne while you are out having fun in the sun
6. Good Skin Care Regime - Cleanse, Tone, Treat, Hydrate, Sun Protection (day time)

For more queries regarding oily skin management, acne scar treatments, or pore size reduction, please approach our friendly aesthetic doctors. Call 24 hr hotline +65 8298 8000 to speak to a Customer Relations Officer. Alternatively, you can drop an email at enquiry@neuglow.com

Sun Damage & Sun Protection

Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can be divided into categories based on the UV wavelength.

UVC - 100 to 290 nm
UVB - 290 to 320 nm
UVA - 320 to 400 nm

What is UVB Radiation?
- It harms the epidermis (out layer of the skin)
- It is the primary cause for sunburns
- It is most intense from 10am to 2pm
- It does not penetrate through glass

What is UVA Radiation?
- It is the major contributor to skin damage
- It penetrates deeper into the skin
- It is more constant than UVB rays throughout the day
- It does penetrate through glass

Negative Effects of Ultraviolet Radiation:
- Wrinkles
- Skin thickening (solar elastosis) / thinning (easy brusing & tearing)
- Keratoses (sun spots)
- Lentigoes (age spots / liver spots)
- Appearance of telangiectasias & tiny blood vessels
- Collagen break down
- Formation of free radicals
- Interference of DNA repair
- Lowered immunity against infections
- Skin cancer

Various Types of Sun Protection:
- Sunblock lotion / cream / gel / spray (SPF 15 to 30 is adequate)
- Sun:Soul sun apparel (blumöd / yelomöd therapeutic sun wear)
- Sunglasses
- Umbrella

What is SPF?
"SPF" stands for "Sun Protection Factor". The SPF of a sunscreen rates its ability to ward off UVB rays. More specifically, the SPF indicates how long it can resist the UVB radiations. For example, SPF1 = 10mins of UVB protection. So SPF30 = 300 minutes (6 hours) of sun protection.

A sunscreen with an SPF of between 15 and 30 is adequate for daily protection. An SPF15 product filter out more than 93% of UVB rays, and an SPF30 product filters out more than 97% of UVB rays.

What about some sunblocks that indicate "PA+"?
"PA" stands for "UVA Protection Grade". This is more common in Asian countries, especially Japan. The "+" sign indicates the level of protection from UVA radiation. There are 3 grades (PA+, PA++ and PA+++). The more number of "+" signs represents higher UVA protection.

Now What?
With all that damage that the sun can do to us, it is important to use sunscreen daily (whether you stay indoors most of the time or not). Don't just wait till you hit the pool or beach. Use it diligently everyday after cleaning your face and before applying your makeup.

If you are going to be under direct sun for sports activities, do apply sunscreen 30 minutes before the activity. Reapply sunblock every 2 hours, or after sweating or after swimming.

Don't have a sunblock yet? Or looking for sun hats & tops that can treat facial / chest / back acne or even rejuvenate photodamaged skin? Just stock up from any NeuGlow clinic. Visit our website for more info or call the 24hour hotline +65 8298 8000.

Don't Neglect Your Neck Skin

Neck skin is also known as Decollete. The skin at the neck is a lot of time neglected by millions of women. They forget or ignore the neck area and soon begin to see real skin deterioration. By that time, it's too late...But it's never too late to start preventing or at least improving the condition your neck skin with Nectifirm.

Nectifirm is a scientifically advanced technology neck rejuvenation cream. It rejuvenates fragile skin on the neck and decolletage by treating it differently than the skin on the face. Nectifirm caters to the neck's specific needs by containing 8 powerful actives that work together to help strengthen the dermal-epidermal junction. With continued use, the neck and decolletage will feel increasingly firmer, smoother, hydrated and better able to withstand gravity's daily pull. You will see and feel immediate and long-term results with Nectifirm - Revision Skincare guarantees it!

The Science Behind Nectifirm:

1. Clinical trials showed lipopeptide firmed the skin by 40% in 28 days
2. A natural protein isolate tightens & lifts the neck
3. Tripeptide increases collagen production making skin appear thicker, firmers & smoother
4. Ceramide/peptide pairing stimulates fibroblasts reducing the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles
5. Biotechnological active reinforces the cohesion between the dermis & epidermis smoothing roughness & crepiness (clinical studies showed a decrease in wrinkle depth of 67%)
6. Proprietary blend of bamboo, silica, english pea extract & glucosamine increases the production of collagen, elastin & hyaluronic acid so the skin appeara hydrated, firmer & more toned
7. Plant based molecule helps slow the ability to store lipids, reduces fat already accumulated & helps prevent the creation of new lipid deposits
8. A cocktail of Vitamin C & E protects skin from free radical damage & helps reduce hyperpigmentation
9. 96% of patients experienced a firmer neck with Nectifirm

Benefits of Nectifirm:

• Significantly firms & tightens skin on neck
• Reduces appearance of fatty tissue under chin & neck
• Dramatically lessons fine line & wrinkles

Don't neglect you neck. Talk with a NeuGlow doctor about starting your Nectifirm regimen today. enquiry@neuglow.com http://www.neuglow.com/ 24hr hotline 8298 8000

About Revision SkinCare from USA: For over 22 years, Revision Skincare has been providing physicians with the most advanced skincare resources available. The coporate headquarters is located in Dallas (Texas) integrates research and development with state-of-the-art manufacturing enabling Revision Skincare to offer matchless innovation and product development.

Discover the Magic of Non-Surgical Facial Contouring

Most women consider a square jaw to be rather masculine. An oval shaped face is generally considered more feminine and is what women desire. Chewing on foods such as dried squid or gum and jaw grinding can result in overdeveloped muscles in the jawline. This is known as masseter hypertrophy (square jaw). Ideally, treatment should be safe and simple without surgery.

BOTOX is a successful treatment to beautifully contour the lower face and create a slim, feminine jaw. BOTOX is a natural, purified protein that creates a amoothed, rejuvenated appearance and contours the face. A 10 minute treatment involving a few tiny injections, reduces the bulk of jaw muscles. The jaw muscles then becomes less prominent.

Beauty of BOTOX:
- No anesthetic is required
- Treatment only takes about 10 minutes
- Discomfort is minimal & brief
- Resume normal activities immediately
- BOTOX effect takes place in 2 to 4 weeks (peak results in 2 to 3 months)
- Results last 6 to 12 months (sometimes longer depending on individual)
- Chewing & swallowing are not affected
- No permanent effects reported
- Achieve a beautiful facial contour

The BOTOX facial contour treatment is easily available at all NeuGlow clinics. Do call any of our 3 clinics to book your treatment at NeuGlow The Aesthetics Doctors.

OUB Centre
1 Raffles Place #05-09
T. +65 6536 3636

Chinatown Point
133 New Bridge Road #04-19
T. +65 6538 0000

Novena Square 2
10 Sinaran Drive #04-44
T. +65 6397 2555

Should you need a doctor to answer any detailed queries about the treatment, please email enquiry@neuglow.com or call the 24hr hotline +65 8298 8000.

* BOTOX is a registered brand name and is the only botulinum toxin in the world approved by the US FDA for cosmetic use. Ask for BOTOX by name and look for the purple swoosh trademark on the label to ensure you are receiving the safest and most effective treatment.

* BOTOX is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding or for patients with a nerumascular disease.

Facing Hair Loss Problems?

Over 40% of men have noticeable hair loss by age 35 and 65% by age 60. In the United States alone, hair loss affects about 40 million men and 20 million women. Hair loss occurs when the rate of shedding exceeds the rate of re-growth; when new hair is thinner than the hair shed or when the hair falls out in patches.

Patterns of Hair Loss
1. Male pattern baldness (also known as Androgenetic Alopecia) represents about 90% of all hair loss due to hormone Testosterone.
2. Telogen Effluvium, which occurs 2 – 4 months after childbirth or from acute illness, crash dieting, physical and emotional stress.
3. Alopecia Areata involves hair loss in one of more round spots on the scalp, caused by an abnormality in the immune system.

What is Hair Transplantation?
The most common and most reliable surgical treatment for hair loss is hair transplantation. Nearly 300,000 procedures are performed annually in United States. The basis for hair transplantation is that when hair is taken from donor areas where hair continues to be abundant, such as the back of the head and is planted in areas of hair loss, the transplanted hair will take on the characteristics of the donor area and will continue to grow. Now! OmnigraftTM Automated Hair Transplantation is the latest, fastest and less invasive surgery.

Omnigraft Automated Hair Transplantation
Omnigraft Automated Hair Transplantation is an Automated Follicular Unit Extraction (F.U.E) technique. It is a robot using micro-instruments to remove follicular units, which makes surgery simpler, faster, and less debilitating for the patient, with more convincing aesthetic results. The hairs taken are immediately sucked up into a sterile catheter and transferred to a small hand-piece that pushes the hair into a small reception orifice by simple pressure.

Advantages of Follicular Unit Extraction (F.U.E)
º Less invasive
º Reduces operating time
º No visible scars
º Little or no post-operative pain
º Patient can choose the number of hairs transplanted per session
º Quality of follicular units taken is guaranteed, together with optimal vascularisation & growth
º No general anaesthesia
º Suitable for males & females
º Hair transplantation results are permanent (grow for the rest of your life)

The Omnigraft Automated Hair Transplantation will be available soon at NeuGlow The Aesthetics Doctors. For more information, please look for:

Dr Chih Chien May
chih.cm@neuglow.com
NeuGlow The Aesthetics Doctors
OUB Centre 1 Raffles Place #05-09
T. +65 6536 3636

Isn't Twitter Just Too Much Information?

No, in fact, Twitter solves information overload by changing expectations traditionally associated with online communication. At Twitter, only 1 question is asked, "What are you doing?" The answers to this question are for the most part rhetorical. In other words, users do not expect a response when they send a message to Twitter. On the receiving end, Twitter is ambient--updates from your friends and relatives float to your phone, IM, or web site and you are only expected to pay as much or as little attention to them as you see fit.

The result of using Twitter to stay connected with friends, relatives, and co-workers is that you have a sense of what folks are up to but you are not expected to respond to any updates unless you want to. This means you can step in and out of the flow of information as it suits you and it never queues up with increasing demand of your attention. Additionally, users are very much in control of whose updates they receive, when they receive them, and on what device. For example, there's settings for scheduling Twitter to automatically turn off at dinnertime and users can switch off Twitter updates at any point.

Simply put, Twitter is what you make of it--receive a lot of information about your friends, or just a tiny bit.

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