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Eye bags are a common phenomenon with age, making us appear older and more tired than we actually are. For those with moderate to severe eye bags, eye bag surgery (lower eyelid blepharoplasty) is often chosen. There are two types of eye bag surgery: traditional skin-tightening surgery (transcutaneous) and minimally invasive eye bag surgery (transconjunctival), depending on the severity of the eye bags and the amount of excess skin. First, let's understand what eye bags are and how they form.

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that can rejuvenate the skin and enhance the volume of subcutaneous tissues when injected into the dermal layer of skin. The outcomes of hyaluronic acid depend on different type of factors.

Melasma is also known as mask of pregnancy. Melasma manifests as darker patches and spots on the skin, typically occurring on the face and differing in shade from your natural skin tone. It has a higher incidence among women of childbearing age, hence sometimes referred to as pregnancy mask or chloasma. 

Sunscreen, sometimes also referred to as “sunblock”, is a type of cream that contains photo-protective agents that effectively shield your skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure. Many dermatologists recommend that everyone should integrate sunscreens as a crucial part of their skincare routine. We should also be aware of the types of sunscreen products as well as the proper ways of applying sunscreens.

Bed bugs have become a widespread issue in Japan and posed a global concern. Recent reports have highlighted their presence in trains and hotels across various regions in the country. Considering their rapid spread, it is crucial to understand what bed bugs are, and how you can prevent bringing them back to your home in Hong Kong when travelling to Japan.

The presence of fallen hair on the floor often raises questions like ‘what constitutes abnormal hair loss?’ or ‘when it is appropriate to seek medical advice?’