Hi loves, let me share a laser treatment I did at Astria Clinic located convinently in Bangsar a couple of weeks ago. With the hectic schedule I have recently, I was seeking for a treatment that could quickly fix my uneven skin tone, enlarged pores and pigmentations.

Upon arriving at Astria Clinic, I was immediately struck by the clinic’s serene ambience, this has got to be the most aesthetically pleasing clinic I've been too so far. The clinic boasts a highly experienced physician and cosmetic professionals dedicated to providing customized and unique beauty and wellness treatments with state-of-the-art technology.

The consultation with Dr. Wong Jinly (LCP-certified aesthetic doctor) was both thorough and enlightening. She was very dedicated with her work, her explanations were clear and she was patient in explaining the various treatments that could help address my issues so fret not your skin is in capable hands under her care.

Astria's Pico Laser treatment

Powered by the cutting-edge Focus™️ Lens Array, Astria Clinic's Pico Laser treatment goes beyond traditional methods to tackle even the most stubborn skin conditions, such as wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne scars and tattoo removal. The treatment works by delivering ultra-short pulses of energy in trillionths of a second for a swift and deep penetration into the dermis and promotes collagen formation, elastin growth, and a non-traumatic tissue healing response that softens scars and stretch marks.

The session was quick & sweet, it took around an hour to get it done, Dr Jinly and team made sure I was comfortable during my entire process, honestly I didn't even feel a pinch, downtime was minimal, I had redness on the day itself that lasted a few hours and I could continue on with my daily activities.

The Results

The result after 5 days was amazing, just take a look at my new, flawless, glowing skin and a firming effect across specific parts of the face. I’ve been going to various places in the city and so far, this is my favourite my clinic.

The experience at Astria Clinic left me not just looking better but feeling more confident. Don't let uneven skin tone and stubborn imperfections hold you back any longer.

If you’re considering a Pico Laser or any other aesthetic treatment, Dr Jinly at Astria Clinic undoubtedly a destination worth considering. Book your consultation at Astria Clinic today and unlock the secret to long-lasting radiance and youthfulness.

Hey loves today I will be sharing my experience and knowledge about the recent laser skin care treatment I tired, the Pico Laser is really popular now and there are many different brands in the market, the one I happen to try is PICOPLUS Laser. This is a new laser technology for the treatment of pigmentation, wrinkles, acne scar treatment, tattoo removal, and overall skin rejuvenation.

PICOPLUS Laser is US FDA-approved system that was developed by Korea's pioneering aesthetic laser medical device company, LUTRONIC. It's proven to be safe and effective and at the moment it is the first machine approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS)

What is PICOPLUS laser? 

PICOPLUS laser utilizes ultra-short laser pulses (picoseconds) to the targeted areas, resulting in greater disruption of the target for better clearance with fewer treatments, less fluence and without injury to the surrounding skin.

It's able to penetrate the skin without injuring the dermal-epidermal junction and it's capable of delivering lasers in picosecond duration - a 1000 times shorter than traditional lasers, which breaks down the pigmented lesion into smaller pigments. As a result, it is able to remove them effectively with little to no downtime.


The process

The therapist will first cleanse your face to make sure it's clean and dirt-free. Then, a medical-grade numbing cream is applied to prevent you from feeling any pain, waited for 30 minutes for my face to be fully numb, the laser process was quick and comfortable, I could feel the Dr using three different types of wavelengths on me because it all felt different, some felt a little prick, some was ticklish and some are so light I didn't feel anything. Right after the laser, a mask will be applied to help cool down the entire laser process.

Did it hurt?

No, it did not hurt at all my face was numb so I didn't feel a thing during the entire process. By the time the numbing effect went away, the skin felt pretty normal.


How long is the downtime?

The picture above is my skin right after the procedure, I had significant redness to the affected area. It will feel like a bad sunburn for nearly a week so I had to wait for the skin to clear up, I'll suggest you to plan your day of treatment because you wouldn't be really presentable and I was advised to let my skin heal without makeup.

How many sessions are required?

Well, it depends on your concern, mine were pigmentation, large pores, and uneven skin tone. I highly recommend you to discuss this with your doctor to help you achieve the skin you want. The treatments are done four to six weeks apart, and if desired, you can have the treatment continue every 2 to 3 months for maintenance or as needed.

How should I take care of my skin after the procedure?

During the consultation, I've explained to my Dr my skin is usually so dry it becomes so oily, apparently there's a cure to problems like that, to make this simple, my skin barrier is broken and no matter how expensive or how much products I apply onto it, it only stays on the surface of my skin and it won't be absorbed by my skin.

After the procedure, I was given two recovery cream from the Dr and I was told only to use these products and sunblock. To my suprise, my skin wasn't as dry as I thought it would be and by after a week, I was able to use my skincare products again.


My results? 
Despite the downtime, I am really pleased with the results, my skin is smoother, I've got better skin tone, and my pigmentations and pores have reduce as you can see from the picture above.

It's been a month from my treatment and I just came back from my facial yesterday, the usual comment I get from my therapist is why is my skin so dry but this round she complimented me so I guess the treatment really did work.

Hi guys! Hope everyone is doing well, the year is coming to an end soon, pretty sure there will be parties and events to attend and you'll want to look your best right?

Have you heard about Murad? It's the first Doctor Brand in the market and they've been around since 1989 and I've decided to try out their facial at their exclusive outlets in Da Men USJ.



Upon my arrival, I was given a form to fill up to find out a brief survey to find out my skin type, followed by a skin analysis of my current skin condition and it will recommend the best treatment for me.


My main concerns were pigmentation and I'm lack of moisture on forehead as well, the therapist did a great job explaining to me areas that'll need extra care and attention.




My skin is very tired recently so the Murad Vitamin C Quenching Facial was the perfect pick for me. Using products from Murad, my two hour facial started with cleansing and exfoliation, then a warm steam before extraction.The session ended with a face mask and a simple neck, shoulder and head massage.



I could see the immediate effect on how my skin has brighten up a lil even after a week. My skin was feeling so soft and my pores were super clean, surprisingly my husband commented that my face was looking brighter cause he hardly notice these things.

Murad facial is a completely non-invasive, relaxing treatment that can be done regularly, at least once a month. If you'll like to give it a try make an appointment at their exclusive outlet at One Utama, Da Men USJ, Empire Subang, and IOI City Mall.

WHAT IS WELLAFREEZE - CRYOLIPOLYSIS?

Cryolipolysis cools fat cells down to a temperature initiating the apoptosis process. Basically, fat-freezing kills and disposes of the fat cells targeted during treatment.

This is a non-surgical treatment which results in the permanent reduction of stubborn fat like your love handles, tummy, arms, and even your double chin.

This procedure is very much for targeting specific problem areas many people struggle to shed when getting into shape.

HOW IS IT DONE?

Wellaholic clinicians are fully trained, my stats were checked with an oximeter to make sure I was fit to proceed with the treatment, measurements were taken and she carefully explained the entire process to me before we begin.


First, an anti-freeze membrane (protective sheet) is placed on the area of treatment to shield the skin, she started applying the probe to my tummy and made sure the auction was alright before we started.



The treatment took 45 minutes, I was comfortably seated in a private room, the clinician dropped by to check on me every 15 minutes, there's also an emergency button prepared right beside me just in case I feel uncomfortable and small thoughts like these make the entire experience more enjoyable.

For the first 3 minutes, the targeted area was heated then frozen to minus zero. Cryolipolysis only kills the fat cells while leaving other tissues like skin, blood vessels and nerves unharmed. The fat cells then begin a natural removal process that continues for several months. There will be a gradual reduction in fat from targeted areas.

MY EXPERIENCE

Right after the treatment, my skin was a lil pink from the pressure of the suction and that'll usually last for an hour or two. The clinician massaged the frozen area to improve blood circulation and I continued it at home after I got back.

It's been a month now, the change wasn't drastic but I could see a visible reduction, I do feel that bulge is small now and a few more treatment will give me an even better result. Nevertheless, I am satisfied with Wellafreeze - Cryolipolysis. 

Wellafreeze is a perfect treatment for you to sculpt your body, it is not a weight loss method so don't be upset when your weight doesn't drop, this treatment helps you get rid of those stubborn bulges that are resistant to diet and exercise


For more information on Wellaholic checkout their
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545 Orchard Road #04-11C
Far East Shopping Centre
Singapore 238882
(5 minutes by foot from Orchard MRT Station)

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2 Havelock Road #01-34
Havelock II Mall
Singapore 059763
(5 minutes by foot from Clarke Quay MRT Station)

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Singapore 208180
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I've talked about hair fall before and once again it haunts me, pregnancy and childbirth definitely took its toll on my hair. I've just delivered my second child not too long ago and now I'm starting to see signs of hair loss. I am noticing visible thinning over the crown and changing my parting just doesn't work. Another issue that worsens my condition is my oily scalp, it clogs up the hair follicles, sebum buildup will increase the chances of hair fall, I've changed my shampoo to prevent oily scalp, unfortunately, it is not enough to stop my problem.


I came across HairDoc Medical, after having a better understanding of the treatment I decided to give it a go and see if it really works for me. Laser treatment for hair may sound scary but there's nothing to worry because it's actually comfortable.

HairDoc Medical designed a simple 4 steps hair growth treatment that's safe, non-invasive but effectively treats hair loss for both men and woman with no side effects or downtime. The treatment will take 40 mintues so all you need to do is relax and let the magic work.


Before starting the treatment, Dr. Chin analyse my scalp and my current condition, so far I've got baby hair coming out but the scalp is really oily and my hair follicles are growing wide apart, so I was recommended that I come in once a week for the first month to give it the best result and subsequently a monthly visit for maintenance will do.

Here's how the four steps work! It is basically very relaxing so I really don't mind visiting HairDoc weekly especially when they've got a team of really professional and friendly staff!



Step 1: Signature Hair and Scalp Clarify Treatment
Applying the ultra-cooling scalp mask helps cleanse the scalp by removing dirt, excess sebum and dandruff to unclogged pores and allow hair to grow.


Step 2: Signature Nano Oxy Scalp Treatment
Compress and infuse oxygen and mineral into nanometer molecules. Helps to detox scalp, increases hair cells turnover and promotes new hair cells production



Step 3: Signature Laser & Light Therapy
Unlike hair removal lasers that produce significant heat Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT)  uses cool laser that helps stimulates blood circulation and rejuvenates scalp and hair. The helmet might be a lil bit heavy but it is still comfortable, there was no sensation felt during this.



Step 4: Signature Scalp Serum Infusion
The last step, the will choose either scalp defense serum or hair growth serum to be applied, an ultrasonic infusion device is used to enhance the penetration of serum into your scalp.


This is my results after 2 visits. My scalp is less oily but it is still work in progress, I really need to be more consistent and visit HairDoc Medical more frequent to get the desired results I want. Overall I am really happy with it already, at least my scalp is not so oily anymore and my hair scalp doesn't itchy.

For those of you who are interested HairDoc Medical is available at these outlets for more information visit http://www.hairdocmedical.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/HAIRDOCMedical

HairDoc Medical Publika
A2-1-05, Solaris Dutamas,
No 1, Jalan Dutamas 1,
50480, Kuala Lumpur.
Phone: +6010 216 5168

HairDoc Medical Penang
2A , Ground floor,
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14000 Bukit Mertajam, Penang
Phone: +6012 506 2228

The spa is baby and kids friendly with a waiting room prepared with play area and tv area, which is great for mummies who need some me time, bring along your kids and even your husband, they can enjoy themselves in the waiting room, there is also a breastfeeding room equipped with a sterilizer and breast pump for any mummies who need it which was perfect for mummies like me, I can pump in peace.





Bondahaven offers a range of different spa treatments suitable for all woman, even if you're pregnant, you can enjoy a prenatal massage here, since I just finished my confinement not too long ago I choose the Nusantara Confinement Ritual as a closing for my confinement, it consists of Foot Soak, Herbal Sitz bath (Tangas) & Sauna, Body Scrub & Rinse, Herbal Bath, Malay Herbal Compress (Tunku) and Full Body Traditional Malay Massage.

I was offered a cup of Herbal Tea before I start off with my spa, my therapist of the day was Hajar, she ushered me to my first station to enjoy my eucalyptus foot soak and a foot scrub, she was very detailed in explaining the steps involved and also asked about the degree of pressure I’d like before my session started.






Next I was brought to a room with a separate shower room and started my Herbal Sitz bath (Tangas) & Sauna, traditionally tangas is a Malay ovary treatment, it aids by improving the blood circulation to improve the overall wellness for your ovaries, combined with a full body scrub to remove the dead skin cells and washing it off with a herbal bath.

After the herbal bath we moved on with the Malay Herbal Compress (Tunku) this treatment helps to expel wind from the tummy which I needed badly since I've been feeling bloated recently and it ended with a full body traditional Malay massage, Hajar was a great masseuse, the pressure was spot on, I would highly recommend her massage to anyone! This massage has helped release all the knots and tension I had it was so good I actually doze off after a few minutes.

The whole experience was really relaxing, I really enjoyed myself and I actually put away my phone for 3hours! Thanks to the fantastic team at Bondahaven! I can't wait to return to do it all again and next round I would really love to try out the milk booster lactation massage to help increase my milk supply! Oh yes, mummies you can do that and if you're experiencing blocked ducts, you can also book yourself a massage session to help you release the blocked milk duct.

p/s Bondahaven happy hour on weekdays are 3pm till 6pm, treatments booked during that time will get a 10% discount or you could also quote my name "JIASHINLEE" and enjoy 15% discount off any treatment.

Bondahaven
No 2-3 (3rd Floor) Jalan Puteri 2A/2, Bandar Puteri Bangi, 43000 Kajang, Selangor.
Contact: 03-8912 2221
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday 10AM to 6PM
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