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Experts from the Arthritis Research Campaign say the gnarled finger of osteoarthritis wilt poke one in five of us by 65.

Prevention

Go swimming: it strengthens joints and reduces cartilage wear. If in doubt, always see the physic.

Men put up with partially torn ligaments. But festering injuries can lead to old-age pain.

Blotchy skin is a common complaint in Asian country. What are the causes?

Cumulative sun damage causes premature aging and pigment formation, this result in sun and age spots. Some people are genetically predisposed to pigmentation like freckles, while melasma ( “the mask of pregnancy”) is due to hormonal changes. Another unique feature of Asian skin is post inflammatory hyperpigmentation in which the skin darkens after injury from, for example, too strong an acid peel. I encounter these conditions daily in my practice.

Any treatment?

Some doctor would need to assess  with their patient and discuss the possible options and outcomes. Using a good sun-block will definitely prevent worsening of the pigmentation. You can use creams — a good start although the results are slow. I usually use Photo-rejuvenation which involves an energy source either from light or laser to fragment the pigment under the skin without burning the outer skin layer. Hence, there is no reddening, pain or downtime. Read the rest of this entry »

CLINELLE GAMMA RADIANCE FACE MASK

Contains Gamma PGA, said to have 10 times the hydrating power of hyaluronic acid, the mask reduces fine lines and enhances skin’s natural moisturizing ability, leaving skin elastic
and radiant.
FANCL AQUA REPAIRING MASK

Smooths fine lines with ingredients like raffinose and hyaluronic acid that boost skin‘s moisture levels and strengthen its barrier function. Leaves skin smooth and plump.

THE FACE SHOP VITA-E MASK SHEET

Contains of milk, eggs and vitamin E to nourish and moisturize skin, fight free radicals and protect skin against sun damage.

Laneige Star White Intensive Eye Mask
Hydrates, firms, smoothes out fine lines and reduces puffiness. Star White Complex reduces pigmentation and brightens up the eye area

Fancl Under Eye Mask

Instantly hydrates and soothes, reduces puffiness and dark circles, and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

ZA Dark Circles Gone Eye Mask
Its radiant complex allows moisture to penetrate deeply while its concentrated whitening essence improves blood circulation and reduces dark circles.

BREAKFAST

Yogurt with cereal or whole-meal toast with peanut butter and banana, with honey drizzled on top Indulges in sausages, eggs and baked beans with Pierre once a week

LUNCH

Savoury oats with vegetables, mushrooms and minced pork or chicken

DINNER

Steamed cod with fresh ginger, chili and spring onion.

Steamed green vegetables seasoned with a dash of oyster/scallop sauce and topped with browned shallots.

Mixes brown rice with white rice.

Indulges in Pierre’s favorite beer battered fish and chips once every two to three months