Medical Dermatology

Acne / Rosacea

Dr. Liew Hui Min

accredited consultant dermatologist

Acne and rosacea are common in women of all ages. Acne tends to be more prevalent amongst women, and can be resistant to standard treatment. Rosacea, however, typically manifests in middle-aged women and can be mistaken for acne. Rosacea tends to be more chronic and requires longer-term treatment.

Treatment Management Forms Medical Procedure

Treatments For Acne And Rosacea

Topical antibiotics
Topical benzyl peroxide
Topical retinoid
Topical treatment to target spots and pigmentation
Oral antibiotics with topical
Oral retinoid with topical
Oral contraceptive pills
Cosmeceuticals selected for acne/oily skin to complement other medicated treatments

Other Treatments Which Can Complement Management Of Acne:

Hydradermabrasion procedure that simultaneously combines cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration and antioxidant protection. Expected results are the improvement of appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, brown spots, oily and congested skin.
Lightening cream (hydroquinone or peptide or botanical range) to lighten pigmentation
Laser treatment to help even your skin tone and reduce redness on your skin

Acne Scars Come In Various Forms

For shallow, depressed, and rolling scars; one can consider fractional CO2 laser or injections of fillers.
For ice picks; one can consider skin surgery or application of trichloroacetic acid.

Our dermatologist will go through all the options available and discuss the pros and cons of each option.

There are 2 components to rosacea: the inflamed bumps and the background of prominent red blood vessels. Therefore, you will usually need 2 forms of treatments: medical and procedural.

Our dermatologist will be able to diagnose this condition and guide you on the right treatment.

Medical Treatments Available:

Topical gels, Oral antibiotics, and various suitable treatment methods depending on your condition

Procedural Treatments Available:

Dr Liew Hui Min

Dually Accredited Dermatologist In Singapore and the UK

Dr. Liew Hui Min is an accredited consultant dermatologist from the Ministry of Health and the General Medical Council UK.

Her clinical interest includes:

Paediatric Dermatology,
Women’s Dermatology,
General Adult Dermatology.

Having trained in major London Hospitals, Dr Liew returned to Singapore in 2014 as a Consultant at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) where she specialised in paediatric, women, obstetric and vulva dermatology. Currently, Dr Liew practices at HM Liew Skin & Laser Clinic located at Gleneagles Hospital.

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