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Experiencing breakouts and the worst skin ever during quarantine? We’ve got the answers on how to protect your skin.

IDS Skincare's Moisturizing Sanitizer is hand sanitiser level up.

Washing your hands with soap and water should always be a priority but if there isn’t a sink nearby, these mighty wonders will do the heavy lifting.

Beauty queens, don’t sulk over being stuck at home. With so much time indoors, you can actually have a field run with the products you’ve always wanted to try but never got the chance to. 

JYX.shop is allowed to continue its operations to facilitate any purchases of IDS Skincare and Kylaz products.

Our Rejuvenating Complex (RC) is featured on AUGUSTMAN November & December 2019 issue. 

October has drawn to a close, and with it, another eventful month within the beauty sphere. We've divulged the drama, tracked the trends, and discussed exciting makeup launches. This leaves us with just one last thing to cross off our agenda: the best skincare releases in the month. From highly anticipated launches that lived up to their hype to classics reformulated with a twist, these got our stamp of approval.

There are two kinds of purging that one should dedicate some time and effort to.

Does your skin feel rough to the touch, and looks rather lacklustre and "tired"? According to Dr Chuah Sai Yee, a consultant at the National Skin Centre, sun exposure, pollution and ageing are the main causes of uneven skin tone.

“When skin is repeatedly exposed to UV light, sun damage occurs. As we get older, skin weakens and the regularity of melanin production is affected, leading to brown spots and uneven skin tone,” said the dermatologist.

Another trigger could be hormonal imbalance. “Melasma, a pigment disorder that results in blotchy, brownish facial pigmentation, is commonly experienced by women who are pregnant – which is why it’s also known as the ‘mask of pregnancy’ – or those on contraceptives.”

But it’s not all bad news if your complexion seems lifeless. It's possible to even out skin tone to decrease dullness and skin discolouration. Just follow these steps, along with some suggestions on what products to use.

Believe it or not, they are one of the most common skin problems around. They are also among the most stubborn to get rid of (think icky black dots on your nose).

If you’ve had acne at any point in your life before, you’d know that it can feel like an uphill battle at times. In between finding out what’s causing it (get it together, hormones!) and dropping a significant chunk of money on acne treatments and products, those persistent, pulsating pimples can be a real pain to deal with.

But here’s the thing: ask any beauty industry insider and they’d tell you that one of the most effective ways to deal with a breakout is to see a dermatologist. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the option available to everyone.

Enter KYLAZ, a new skincare brand from the doctors behind IDS Aesthetics and IDS Skincare. The three products in its lineup represent the brand’s clinical approach to treating acne: correct the offending spots, protect skin from further infection, and prevent recurring acne by improving the skin’s immunity.  And according to the brand’s testimonies, you can see your skin clearing up within two weeks.

“That’s the general rule of thumb—you should be seeing results from the products that you’re using within two weeks. If not, you should see a doctor,” says Dr SK Tan, the founder of IDS.

KYLAZ’s clinical approach means that their formulas are packed with active ingredients that target specific issues caused by acne. Dr Tan emphasises that despite the high cost of the ingredients, he wants KYLAZ to remain affordable so that it’s accessible for those who suffer from acne. Products in this line range from $18 to $21, and is only available directly on their site.

Kylaz Blemish Healing Emulsion featured as Best Essence/Serum for Oily Skin in this year’s Cosmo Beauty Awards.

Pimples are pesky. We already know that. And it’s always an uphill challenge to fight it, particularly when the options out there can be too expensive (visiting a dermatologist), may not work (as people build up resistance against antibiotics), or irritating to skin (effective ingredients like Tretinoin and Benzoyl Peroxide irritate the skin for some people).

Kylaz, a new skincare brand developed by the makers of IDS Aesthetics and IDS Skincare, has introduced an acne-fighting approach that may just be a solution that overcome these challenges.

Above and beyond feel-good factors, formulation is that which will help you get the skin of your dreams.

Yes, you know all about UV and sun protection, but how much do you know about defending yourself against blue light? The skincare industry’s latest obsession is how to shield our skin against the thing we willingly and happily choose to expose ourselves to for hours and hours every day — the light from our phones, iPads, computer and TV screens and LED lighting. Here’s what you should know about blue light.

In celebration of National Day, we've rounded up the best homegrown beauty brands that's making us proud locally and internationally. 
Australia may be known for its organic beauty brands and Korea for its ten-step regime to glass skin, but did you know that Singapore also boasts its own list of incredible beauty labels? From clean beauty to clinically-formulated products, these are the brands that are spearheading the beauty scene in Singapore.

Dr Brendan Khong (@brendannnnk) shares his 10-step skincare regime and more.  

What do wrinkles, acne, pigmentation spots have in common? They are all ‘skin wounds’ inflicted almost daily by excessive UV rays, blue light, and environmental pollution. Damage over time eventually result in visible solar scars and manifest as visible fine lines, wrinkles and sun spots.

You look tired. That’s the last thing you’d want to hear, even if that’s true. After all you’ve been getting little sleep, catching up with Netflix shows after work.

Instead of nagging at you to quit binge-watching and turn in earlier (because we know you won’t!), we’re going to recommend eye treatments that can help you fake that eight-hour sleep. Here are the latest eye solutions in the market for your consideration.

We all like to think that we're doing the most for our skin. SPF is slapped on daily to fight UV rays, moisturisers are slathered liberally to counteract dryness, and double-cleansing is an everyday routine to ensure a clean, gunk-free complexion. And while this goes a long way in protecting and preventing skin from further damage, it does nothing to address damage already sustained.

That little flutter of excitement when the two of you click together is like the closing of a compact case, and the glow that emanates from your face comes from sheer joy for having found the ONE.

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People often assume that anything natural or organic is better. Marijuana is natural and poison ivy is organic.

For centuries, women have been trying to defy aging – from soaking in milk baths to daily facial masks – anything to preserve their youthful complexions. “Forever young, I want to be forever young” (and look forever young) from Alphaville’s Forever Young hit song speaks of the universal fear of mortality – aging included. Then making attempts to erase all its reminders sure seem reasonable.

“Sensitive” is an over-used term especially where skin type is concerned. Many claim to have sensitive skin just because they may have encountered an incident or two with a product. The truth of the matter is that most people who claim to have sensitive skin actually don’t.

We know how a bad skin day feels – it can totally ruin everything. Take charge of your life by first understanding what your skin needs. But before you do that, you need to know what skin type you have – which is basically how your skin looks and feels. Your skin type is also determined by the levels of oil and water in your skin and by how dry or moisturized it is. But this can change gradually throughout your lifetime.

How do you know which serum is better or will work for you? It’s almost impossible to know unless you’re a chemist. The next step after understanding your skin is to be skincare smart by making a habit of reading the labels or the ingredient list at the back of your bottle or tube. While every skin may react differently to various ingredients, it is still good to know some of the basic ingredients that work for your skin condition.

When it comes to our own skin, we seem to think we’re on top of the game. Surely we know everything that’s going on with our skin. When we see shine on our faces, we immediately look for products that are for oily skin, only to find out much later on that the products aren’t exactly working out for you. Don’t blame it on the products.

You probably know the basic skincare steps but somewhere in the middle, things can get somewhat muddled. If you have experienced your product flaking or “balling” off during application, chances are, you most likely got the order wrong. The proper order in which you apply your skincare products is essential in ensuring that your skin receives the full benefits of each product. Here’s how to layer your products day and night.

Cleansing may be the most basic step in any skincare routine but there’s more to this first step than just applying cleansing soap on the face and then washing it off with water. Washing your face is vital in removing dirt and oil (and makeup) every day

Good skin starts with good habits and that means getting the basics of skincare essentials right and knowing what and when to use them. Noob or not, here’s a refresh on the basics of what you should be using every day.

If you haven’t begun to incorporate facial masks into your skincare regime yet, we suggest you read this.

How many times have we bought a product on impulse – whether because you’re drawn to its packaging, attractive price tag, the freebie that comes with purchase or because of an enticing ad image, we’re all guilty of it. In fact, we all fall under the trap of feel-good, smell-good and look-good products all the time.

It is a mountain flower that is able to adapt to the high levels of solar radiation. So what makes this botanical so special? This extract is exceptionally rich in phenylpropanoids, a powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger, that helps to stimulate cellular detoxification systems, protect from inflammation, prevent and reverse photo-aging caused by light radiations from Ultraviolet (UV), Infrared (IR), and Blue light. Incidentally, this flowering bud has also traditionally been used as folk medicine in Korea and China to treat vascular diseases and numerous eye infections such as conjunctival congestion and even simple glaucoma.

If you’re born with good skin, good for you! But if you’re not, you just have to put in a little more effort than those lucky ones. “There are no ugly women, only lazy ones” says Helena Rubinstein, entrepreneur and beauty inventor.

Achieving clear, even-toned, bright and radiant skin usually ranks right at the top of most people’s wish list. However, the ravages of time, unhealthy lifestyle habits and your environment can turn your skin dull and lifeless.

When breakouts happen, who do you blame? Your hormones, the products you use, fried food, or the skin you were born with? What do you do next? The first thing most people do when a pimple pops up is to apply whatever they can find to pacify those pesky spots. Here’s to understanding why you seem to be getting that occasional blemish.

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HEADING out for a fun weekend in the sun? We’ve already made a case for why every guy should wear sunscreen daily, so read on if you’re still unsure about what to use.

Here are five sunscreens that you can integrate into your grooming arsenal, so you stay fresh faced and youthful each day. Let’s just say we’ve got you (sun) covered.

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