SkinLab Medical Spa Who: Aesthetic doctors Kelvin Chua and Frank Lee, both 36 years old, set up SkinLab Medical Spa @ Wheelock Place in 2006. What: Their skincare line, SkinLab, ha 21 productsand was launched last December. Best for: Sensitive skin. What we say: I tried Soft Clean ($85), a pore-minimising, hydrating cleanser; Smooth Tone ($70), a toner that helps reduce excess sebum; and the Whitening Serum ($180). After two weeks, my acne-prone skin was less oily and is now less prone to break-outs. Where to get it: Wheelock Place, #04-04 (tel: 6235-3246) – JILL ALPHONSO | SKN MediAesthetics Who: Husband and wife team of doctors Alvin Wong, 34, and Karen Chua, 35, established SKN MediAesthetics in 2006. What: Their 22-product line is made in the United States. Best for: Acne-prone or ageing skin. What we say: I tried Fruitacid Gel ($50), the Fadeaway Cream ($80), which lightens dark spots, and the eye serum, DarkEye Serum ($80). After two weeks, my skin looked clearer and fairer. My dark eye circles were also noticeably lighter. Where to get it: Centrepoint, 03-21/22 (tel: 6732-7658) – CHERYL LIM | The Sloane Clinic Who: Dr Kenneth Lee, 38, and Dr Low Chai Ling, 35, established The Sloane Clinic n 2003. What: Skin Inc is their 45-item line, developed for use in tropical climates. Best for: Acne-prone skin. What we say: Complexion Corrector Lightening ($90) lightened my dark spots by about 50 per cent. The Ice Souffle Cleanser ($55) made my skin feel softer. Ginseng Replenishing Water ($60) stung slightly, but made my skin noticeably firmer. Where to get it: 43, Jalan Merah Saga (tel6471-1108) and 30, Raffles Place, #03-01 (tel: 6533-2522) – DEWI SRIWAHYUTO |
TLC Lifestyle Practice Who: Dr Georgia Lee, 41, started her aesthetic practice in Holland Village in 1999. What: She officially launched her 30-product skincare line last month. Best for: Oily, acne-ridden and aged skin. What we say: The Skin Repair Essence ($78) and Lightening Toner ($138) left my skin tighter and my freckles lighter. The Skin Repair Essence ($78) tingled on application but my pores ended up more refined. Where to get it: 27B, Lorong Liput (tel: 6462-0083) – CHERYL CHIA | Eileen Tan Skin, Laser and Hair Transplant Clinic Who: Consultant dermatologist Eileen Tan, 43, who established herpractice in 2006. What: Dr Tan started her SkinDip line of 10 products in 2006. Best for: All skin types. What we say: The Whitening Formula ($98)contains vitamin C. After two weeks of use, my freckles gotnoticeably fainter. My oily skin is clearer, thanks to the cleanser ($25) and toner ($25). Where to get it: 3, Mount Elizabeth, #12-01 (tel: 6733-8898) – JOY FANG | J J Chua Rejuvenative Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Who: Dr J. J. Chua, 43, opened his plastic-surgery clinic in 2004. What: Personal Skin Care by J J hit shelves in 2005. Best for: All skin types. What we say: The Dramatic Whitening Serum ($128) helped clear my blemishes. The dropper was a nice touch, but couldhave been more precise. The Gentle Skin Cleanser ($18) did not lather but gave a just-washed feel without that too-squeaky clean vibe. Where to get it: 3, Mount Elizabeth, #03-05 (tel: 6235- 3235) – KENNY CHEE |