pxPosED! Ilealthy foods tha,t make you fat Pg 84 I r&r?fr Gp#^:a's.s. t'\ry, dfsrvgory sv"Lt-tPI' SINGAPORE MWW.SHAPE.COM.SG ia FEBRUARY 2O12 I $6.00 FOOD FIGHT! lwrys hReboo Ifurrr \ * rrr$r PG,G mrkorrt ftt-jetting E.ASY & E,FFtr,CTTVtr! HOUI.YWOOD HOLIDAYS rOR THE ACTIVE GIRL ffi TCM HERBS EVERYWOMAN NEEDS "l did so many squats that I cried" - Joanne Peh 102ME, ALLPglt ruI[l[lllruililil # sahsryr{[fJeuhest? JUST ADD ER MOISTURISING COULD BE THE SOLUTION TO YOUR SKIN VVOES H E R E,S !V H Y. BY YUEN YI YING * :: X,ff ;TXffifffl: t #i ;.x' 1"' ditching your moisturiser thinking humidity will do it for you, you're wrong. ln fact, moisturising is probably the skincare step you should never skip because it yields so many benefits. We asked four doctors to explain how it helps. a f / /Imnrr)Tes rulliunce when exposed to sunlight, skin produces pigments to shield itself from the damaging rays, says Dr Calvin Chan, medical director of Calvin Chan Aesthetic & Laser Clinic. This occurs evenly in healthy skin, but dehydration combined with age and toxin overload can cause the pigment factories - melanocytes - to overproduce melanin, resulting in dark patches. Thirsty skin also tends to become rough and appear dull as it does not ref lect light well. To remedy the situation, You could try dermatologist-administered therapies like hyaluronic acid filler treatments - where the protein (also produced naturally by your body to retatn moisture) is injected at multiple spots under the skin to keep it plump and hydrated for up to a year. Prices start from $800 at Dr Chan's clinic. Alternatively, you could treat yourself to the popular Rehydrating Replenishing Treatment ($170) at Lancome Beauty lnstitute (#82-40, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, tel. 6688-7666). Gentle and soothing, it's the ideal pre-party treatment, boosting skin's luminosity wrthout causing redness. Results last at least a week too. Looking for less drastic and pricey options? Try Garnier Aqua Defense Bright Essence ($19.90, major personal care stores), which has a light texture and boasts brightening ingredients like lemon extract and a stabilised form of vitamin C. Or, go for Za Total Hydration Amino Mineral Refreshing Gel ($10.90, Watsons), which speeds up skin's natural exfoliation process and gives your complexion a dewy glow. an UI (, = ut (, a o F o o z a - z ts1 _:.._t u sHApE FEBRUARy zotz I LooK GREAT t 48 CD /ttartu((.s st'nsil it'it 11 O/ Dehvdratins ";iitpritr^^D HERE ARE LESSER-KNOWN CAUSES FOR DRY SKIN These diuretics draw water away from the body. Avoid them if you have Parched tn'nr.ny cord and flu remedies that dry up mucus have drying effects on skin too, says Dr Low. It constricts blood flow, Iimiting the amount of water and nutrition that reaches cells, warns Dr Low. Skin tends to become thin and fragile when it's not adequately hydrated, says Dr Phua. This makes it vulnerable to environmental assaults, bacteria and infections, adds Dr Low. lt could also cause skin to peel and itch. And when that happens, the vicious itch-scratch cycle begins; this could lead to inflammation, says Dr Eileen Tan, a dermatologist at Mount Ellzabeth Medical Centre. lf skin appears red, blotchy or irritated, look for soothing moisturisers such as The Sloane lnc. Calming Balm ($60), which has botanical extracts that quell irritation. You could also try Nuxe Reve de Miel Ultra Comfortable Face Cream ($68, Robinsons), which has calming barley extracts and strengthening acacia honey. The cream comes in two versions: day and night. The latter contains proteins that amp uP cell renewal. For long-lasting hydration, look for formulas with vitamlns A and E, says Dr Low. Containing shea butter concentrate that is rich in these nutrients, L'Occitane Ultra Rich Face Cream ($70) fuels dry complexions from am to pm. Excessive use of hydrogen peroxide, Retin-A and benzoyl peroxide can make skin red and inflamed, says Dr Low. Reduce the frequency of usage to every other day till skin becomes normal, and always put on moisturiser when using them. Patients are usuallY screened for the condition if they have extensive skin dryness without apparent triggers, says Dr Tan. NN\ =tI nI s, f.nrr'.rt .ALMING moisturising is especially important for you. According to Dr Chan, this skincare step helps acne patients regulate sebum production. "lt also accelerates healing by helping pores purge impurities, and normalises cell turnover - all of which contribute to fewer breakouts and faster fading of old acne marks." lf you've been avoiding morsturisers because you hate the greasy sensation, you might like DHC Moisture Fruit Gel Cream ($23.90, selected Watsons stores), which is pleasantly light with a refreshing grapefruit scent. Similarly weightless, Malin+Goetz Replenishing Face Cream ($127, Spa Esprit) aids skin repair and reduces inflammation with calming camomile as well as avocado and jojoba, ingredients that promote cell renewal. E .n u,l (9 E (MALI N+GOETZ) t! (9 o F o I o- : t)l l(' Molsl urc Frui I (i.'l C,C!il " ' '"'M'd{c@r5r!t4 17.17 4ag. sHApE FEBRUARy zotz llooK GREAT r 45
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