Having evolved under the rays of the sun for hundreds of millennia, we’re now learning exciting ways to harness various wavelengths of light to heal and strengthen ageing or damaged tissue. To help you get your glow on for the holiday season, we’ve handpicked a host of personalised treatments from Pico Laser to light therapy and laser facials to help rejuvenate that precious facial skin. So, let’s shine the spotlight on some effective laser treatments in Singapore for the face, wrinkles, acne scars and more.
Forever Young BroadBand Light (BBL) Laser Treatment
Keen to give your skin some extra love for Christmas? Then SW1 Clinic’s Forever Young BBL might be what you’re looking for. This popular non-invasive light therapy treatment is a great way to rejuvenate and revitalise the skin. That’s thanks to the use of short blasts of high-intensity light, making it appear smoother, firmer and more even in texture and tone. Harnessing an interesting process called gene expression, which is how a skin cell receives its genetic code, this BBL technology sends light energy deep into the skin to boost our skin’s natural ability to fight ageing.
As different wavelengths are required for different levels or types of penetration, the BBL treatment is versatile in that it can be customised to suit different skin types, from fair to dark, and to deliver multiple skin benefits. The complete therapy consists of around four to six treatments. The best part? This swift procedure requires virtually no downtime, meaning you can get back into all of the fun festivities right away.
SW1 Clinic
#13-01/2/3/4/5/6 Paragon, 290 Orchard Road
6817 8888 | sw1clinic.com
Fotona Dynamis | Pro Laser Technology
At health and wellness clinic Zest Clinic, you’ll discover a range of advanced laser treatments in Singapore for the face and body that target specific skin issues, performed by Dr Sankeerth Reddy and Dr Tiffany Yeo. They include treatments that work with Fotona Dynamis Pro Technology. They use dual wavelength Erbium YAG (Er:YAG) and Nd:YAG lasers to rejuvenate the skin tissues with minimum to no downtime.
Specifically, those who wish to reduce the appearance of eye bags, wrinkles and droopy lids will love the Revital Smooth Eye Laser. Meanwhile, those desiring plump, voluminous lips without using fillers can opt for the PrimeLip Laser. For addressing gynaecology issues like laxity and incontinence post-pregnancy or menopause, you could consider the Silky Intimacy Laser for the vaginal area. And the Sleep Smooth Laser helps reduce snoring in men and women without the need for a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine.
While you’re there, don’t miss the chance to consult with Dr Reddy about the clinic’s other laser treatment for the face, the Hero BBL 5STAR, for a camera-ready glow. It uses the acclaimed Sciton mJoule BBL Forever Young BroadBand Light technology. These treatments require just one session, each taking between 15 to 45 minutes, to bring about visible results.
Zest Clinic
#05-04/05 Parkway Parade Medical Centre, 80 Marine Parade Road
9176 9378 | zest.clinic
Pico Laser Treatment
Uneven pigmentation and acne scars are some of those skin issues that can put a damper on your overall skin tone and texture. Happily, Pico Laser is an advanced picosecond laser used for tattoo and pigmented lesions. It’s also approved by the US FDA and CE-marked. It is effective in breaking down pigments and helping with collagen production to tackle dark spots, acne scars and other skin imperfections.
The team at Cutis Medical Laser Clinics specifically uses an Nd:YAG picosecond laser that emits light pulses in four different wavelengths. It uses high peak power and short pulse durations (at one trillionth of a second!) to shatter pigments into tiny particles. This stimulates the body’s immune system to remove them naturally over time. In addition, the laser’s fractional system device can help destroy scar tissues in the deep dermis and help lift depressed or indented scarring. Targeting multiple skin issues, this advanced Pico Laser in Singapore simultaneously encourages collagen production and overall skin rejuvenation.
A session takes just 15 to 30 minutes. You can enjoy visible results in around two weeks that continue to improve over six months. That makes it a great treatment to squeeze in between holiday parties or right before that big year-end vacation.
Cutis Medical Laser Clinics
#08-07 Scotts Medical Centre, Pacific Plaza, 9 Scotts Road
6801 4000 | cutislaserclinics.com
MOXI Laser Treatment
Keen to rock smooth, gorgeous skin à la Kim Kardashian? The celeb has called this her favourite beauty secret! We’re talking about the MOXI Laser, the FDA-approved treatment developed by Sciton. This 1927nm diode fractional non-ablative laser targets various skin concerns, such as ageing, fine lines, pigmentation issues, melasma, sun damage and lacklustre skin.
MOXI is perfect for those looking for an effective and long-lasting skin rejuvenation treatment that doesn’t take you away from your daily activities. This laser treatment in Singapore is suitable for all skin types, including darker complexions and individuals with recent sun exposure. It takes around 45 minutes per session. The treated skin will be sensitive for two to three days before fully healing in a week.
Looking to amp up the glow? Dr Bernard Tan, medical director of Bay Aesthetics Clinic, recommends combining the MOXI Laser with the BBL Hero treatment. Dr Tan has performed both of these on (and developed treatment protocols for) a multitude of Asian and Caucasian skin types, and even conducts regular training workshops for medical professionals, so you can rest assured that you’re in safe hands.
Bay Aesthetics Clinic
B2-12 Marina Bay Link Mall, 8A Marina Boulevard
8428 7811 | bayclinic.sg
FracRevive Red Carpet Pico Laser Facial
Get your skin in tip-top shape for the holidays with this innovative three-step laser facial at The Belle Clinic. Targeting multiple skin concerns, it uses Fotona’s FDA-approved Starwalker system. It’s a picosecond laser technology that works to lighten the complexion while smoothening and lifting skin. Ideally done one week before a big event, this laser facial starts with brightening the skin tone using the Pico Laser designed to destroy melanosomes and the fragmentation of dermal melanin.
After that, you can expect pore sizes and wrinkles to be reduced thanks to the minimally ablative FracTAT treatment laser, a high-energy pulsed laser with extremely high peak powers concentrated on tiny spots. Fractional microscopic lesions are formed in the epidermis and dermis while the surface tissues remain intact. This is especially effective in rejuvenating skin and revising acne scars, particularly on darker skin types. The final step of this laser facial? An indulgent treatment featuring active growth factors is applied to rehydrate and enhance volume on the upper layers of the skin. Et voila – you’re ready to turn some heads!
For pricing of this laser facial, contact The Belle Clinic and quote “The Belle Clinic and Expat Living”.
The Belle Clinic
#03-02 SBF Medical Center, 160 Robinson Road
6444 8108 | thebelleclinic.com
PicoWay and PicoSure Lasers
With the myriad of available laser treatments for the face and body in Singapore, you always want to make sure that your precious skin is getting the targeted treatment it truly needs. This is where these two picosecond laser systems, available at Angeline Yong Dermatology, come in. Each is suited to distinct skin concerns, and the clinic’s team of qualified medical practitioners are able to point you to the right one upon a personal consultation.
PicoWay, in particular, stands out for its efficacy in treating epidermal pigmentation that is very close to the skin surface. That includes freckles, age spots, sun spots and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It’s also great for melasma and pigmentation issues that occur in the dermis due to the likes of hormonal changes and sun exposure. Meanwhile, PicoSure uses a different laser wavelength at 755nm which works especially well to target epidermal and dermal pigmentation in darker skin tones with high precision and efficacy. It’s also useful for removing green and black tattoo pigment. Both lasers have the additional benefit of delivering non-ablative fractional resurfacing, which can help improve textural issues like fine lines, pores and acne scars with no epidermal damage and minimal downtime.
Upon consultation with the team, a tailored hybrid treatment with both PicoWay and PicoSure may be recommended. The two complement each other for better results on more complex mixed pigmentation problems. These treatments are quick, too. A session lasts between 10 to 30 minutes. Expect minimal redness and swelling that last from a few hours to a couple of days.
Angeline Yong Dermatology
#02-04/05 Gleneagles Medical Centre, 6 Napier Road
6252 0026 | info@ayd.com.sg | ayd.com.sg
Pico Dynamis Laser Treatment
Here is a one-of-a-kind innovative treatment that delivers smoother and revitalised skin through a multi-pronged approach. This European proprietary laser programme was specially developed by founder Dr Choong Yew Bong of Cienna Aesthetics Medical Clinic. It combines the power of four different lasers – the Nd:YAG picosecond laser, the Nd:YAG long pulse laser, and the Erbium YAG short and long pulse laser – into one single session of laser treatment.
How does it work? By adjusting the lasers to suit the patient’s needs, Dr Choong is able to ensure a highly tailored treatment that targets specific skin concerns. The programme combines these powerful lasers to treat almost all common skin issues, such as acne scars, pigmentations, melasma, rosacea, enlarged pores, tattoo removal and prominent spider vessels. It can also be used to rejuvenate skin texture and tone.
You may find your skin condition improved after just one session, which takes around 40 minutes. Those undergoing acne scar removal and tattoo removal will require a downtime of five to seven days, while most other conditions will see mild redness for a few days, ensuring little disruption to your daily activities.
Cienna Aesthetics Medical Clinic
#06-01, Winsland House 1, 3 Killiney Road
6518 4826 | 9129 8236 | ciennaaesthetics.com.sg
This article on laser treatments for the face and body in Singapore first appeared in the December 2023 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
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