Hydrolyzed Collagen in Skin Care: All You Need To Know At Clique Clinic in Malaysia, our doctors often get asked about collagen, especially hydrolyzed collagen, and whether it truly makes a difference in skin health. With the growing trend of collagen-based creams, serums, and supplements, it is important to separate…
Masseter Botox: How It Works, Effects, & Other Information Key Takeaways Masseter Botox relaxes overactive jaw muscles to ease teeth grinding, TMJ pain, and facial tension. It creates a slimmer, V-shaped jawline by reducing muscle bulk—ideal for aesthetic facial contouring. Results appear in 1–2 weeks, with full effects in 4–6…
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…
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.…