Butylene Glycol for Skin: All You Need To Know Malaysia’s equatorial weather delivers year‑round humidity, and yet transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is still a reality for many of the patients who walk through the doors of Clique Clinic. Air‑conditioning, UV exposure, and frequent use of exfoliating actives can leave the…
Collagen for Skin: All You Need To Know Collagen has become the buzzword of the decade, featured in everything from powdered lattes to sheet masks. Yet behind the hype lies genuine science, as collagen is the scaffolding that keeps skin bouncy, smooth, and youthfully resilient. At Clique Clinic collagen-building aesthetic treatments…
Cornstarch for Skin: All You Need To Know Healthy, shine‑free skin is a daily struggle in our humid, tropical Malaysian climate. At Clique Clinic, our doctors are often asked whether humble kitchen staples such as cornstarch or the use of talcum powder are safe for post-procedure care. Below you will find…
Bakuchiol for Skin: All You Need To Know “Natural‐yet‐effective” has become the sweet spot for Malaysian patients looking to refresh their skin without the downtime or irritation of stronger actives. As a retinol [Vitamin A] substitute, bakuchiol fits that brief perfectly. Formulated from the Psoralea corylifolia plant, this botanical powerhouse…
Dimethicone for Skin: All You Need To Know Healthy, resilient skin depends on a fine balance between water content, skin barrier integrity, and sensible product choices. In humid Malaysia, that balance is constantly challenged by heat, UV sun rays, and poor lifestyle habits. At Clique Clinic, our doctors lean on…
Post-Treatment Care: Avoiding PIH After Aesthetic Procedures Key Takeaways: PIH: can develop after aesthetic treatments due to excess melanin production during healing. Strict sun protection: (SPF 50+) is essential to prevent post-procedure pigmentation. Always follow: your doctor’s aftercare instructions to reduce inflammation and risks. Keep skin: calm and hydrated with…
7 Common Triggers of PIH: From Acne to Eczema Key Takeaways: PIH is caused by excess melanin production after skin inflammation or injury. PIH is more persistent in medium to dark skin tones. Prevention focuses on gentle skincare, sun protection, and avoiding skin trauma. Treatments include topical brighteners, chemical peels,…
Best Laser for PIH (Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation): PicoSure & Beyond Key Takeaways: PIH: occurs after skin inflammation or injury, causing stubborn dark patches. Topical treatments: often fail to reach deeper pigment layers. Laser treatments: precisely target excess melanin for faster, clearer results. PicoSure: is the gold standard for deep, stubborn PIH,…
Vitamin C vs. Hydroquinone: Best Ingredients for PIH Key Takeaways PIH is common in darker skin tones due to higher melanin production. Vitamin C is gentler, offers antioxidant protection, and is ideal for mild to moderate PIH. Hydroquinone is stronger, targeting deeper melanin, suited for severe PIH, but requires supervision.…
Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation: What is it, Causes & Prevention Key Takeaways PIH: occurs after skin inflammation or injury, resulting in dark, flat spots that are more common in medium to dark skin tones. Common triggers: include acne, eczema, cosmetic procedures, and sun exposure, all of which increase melanin production. PIH: is…