IDS Journey: Hydro Therapeutics Treatment at IDS Aesthetics

 I made my second visit to IDS for doctor review and a pampering facial that I am in need of. 

With the heatiness that has accumulating in my body due to having too much Chinese New Year cookies, it resulted in skin breakouts recently. During my consultation with Dr Michelle Wong, she assessed my issues and prescribed me a new product, Blemish Clear (BC), to be incorporated into my night skincare regime. Dr Michelle has also recommended Hydro Therapeutics Treatment (HTT) which will help to clear up my skin.

Shortly after the consultation, I was led to IDS Aesthetics who offers medically and technologically advanced treatments targeting at our skin woes within shortest possible time, and brought into one of the many rooms for my treatment.

HTT is a quick 60 minute treatment suitable for all skin types, recommended for people with clogged pores and blackheads. The deep cleansing treatment removes accumulated dirt, product build-up and clogged sebum, giving us a crystal clear skin after the treatment.

The facial treatment started with Double Cleansing to remove the dirt and sebum on my skin.

Next was Microdermabrasion which make use of a gentle vacuum device to suck out the dead skin cells on the skin surface and minimise clogged pores, to prepare my skin for the extraction. No discomfort experienced.

It was followed by Ultrasonic Cleansing to exfoliate, loosen the stubborn blackheads and whiteheads stuck in the pores, the treatment was gentle and comfortable on skin. I was silently hoping that this could be longer because I was dragging the process coming up next.

The Extraction was the only part that I have to endure the pain throughout, no complain on that because the end result of the extraction will be a clean skin and clogged pores are removed.

The tough part was over and time to truly enjoy the facial. The therapist used Ultrasonic Penetration of Vitamin C, allowing my skin to absorb the Vitamin C essence for skin soothing, healing the blemish and promote skin radiance.

As my skin is prone to acne, the therapist applied a cooling anti-acne Mask. The mask was freezing cold because the mask was taken out from the fridge. It was very cooling but comfortable, it helped to soothe and nourish my skin, reduced the redness from extraction and keep my skin hydrated.

The facial ended off with the application of Moisturizer and Sunscreen. My skin felt clean after the blackheads and whiteheads were de-clogged, immediately my skin looked refreshing and oil free.

With the new Blemish Clear being prescribed to me, there is a change in my night skincare regime.

Current night skincare regime:

Step 1. (C1) Refreshing Cleanser

Step 2: (T1) Refreshing Toner

Step 3: (PF) Pore Formula

Step 4: (C+) C-Plus

Step 5: (OM) Oil-Free Moisturizer

New night skincare regime:

Step 1. (C1) Refreshing Cleanser

Step 2: (T1) Refreshing Toner

Step 3: (C+) C-Plus (Change in sequence from step 4 to step 3)

Step 4: (BC) Blemish Clear (Replace with Pore Formula which will be used in the day regime)

Step 5: (OM) Oil-Free Moisturizer

(BC) Blemish Clear

This product is suitable for people with active breakouts and blemishes. It helps to treat active and inflamed pimples and prevents new breakouts. BC has a more creamy texture that should be applied only on affected areas. 

BC definitely helps to control my acne breakouts. I did not experience new breakouts and current acnes are healing. My skin also get less sensitive as compared to using the previous skincare regime.

After going through the facial and incorporated the new skincare regime, I noticed the visible red spots are becoming smaller after 2 weeks of following the new skincare regime. Will show you the result for the subsequent weeks in my next IDS post.

I enjoy going facial once in awhile. Not only because of the pampering treatment, it helps to deep cleanse my skin, eliminate the blackheads and whiteheads (clean pores), allow new skin cells to grow and better absorption of skincare products.  

You can visit IDS Skincare website for more about their products or IDS Aesthetics website if you wish to find out more about the different types of facial treatment available!

Read here for past IDS journey:

IDS Journey: Experience at IDS and Customised IDS Skincare Set

IDS Clinic 

360 Orchard Road #02-02, International Building 

Singapore 238869

This post is a collaboration with Studio 155 and IDS Skincare, expressed in my own opinion.

Rediscover S.E.A Aquarium and Lunch at Coastes Beach Bar Sentosa

It has been seven years since I last visit S.E.A Aquarium at Resort World Sentosa, so decided to use SingapoRediscovers Vouchers to revisit S.E.A Aquarium. Perhaps it was still in school holiday, Resort World Sentosa was very crowded and only 12pm to 1pm slot was available for selection. I'm really glad that our tickets entitled us to a packet of ocean bites which consists of 5 pieces nugget, so that we have some bites before having late lunch.

After finishing the ocean bites, we began the journey at Shipwreck Habitat. The first exhibit simulates how shipwrecks become home to the thriving marine habitats. 

The fishes were swimming in synchronize movement, taking my breath away while I stared in awe. Though I have been to S.E.A Aquarium once, the second visit has been a refreshing experience looking at the beautifully aquascaped exhibits that replicate the animals’ natural environments.

We passed by the native species of some of the marine life found near Singapore’s waters. 

The Coral Garden featured a cylindrical habitat with over 100 species of fish swimming around the artificial corals. The lighting and the colourful fishes got the visitors mesmerized by its beauty.

There was a queue forming if you want to get a closer look at the dolphins, we queued for 10-15 minutes before it was our turns to view the dolphins. 

I watched the dolphins swam round and round with mixed feeling. On one side, I was happy to be able to view the aquatic mammal up close. On the other hand, they should be swimming freely in the ocean and should not be kept in a large pool. 

We have came to Sea Jellies Gallery which exhibit gelatinous-like animals. One interesting fact about sea jelly is they are made up of more than 95 percent water, they don't have a heart or brain.

Sea jellies with mushroom cap, it comes with blue, white and brown colour.

The Open Ocean Habitat offers a panoramic view of the largest aquarium. This habitat is home to 120 species of animals and the water capacity is equivalent to 7 Olympic-sized pools. The underwater world was fascinating, my eyes were glued to these aquatic animals for a long time. 

The Shark Seas is the last exhibit which is home to to more than 70 sharks from 12 species. Getting up close to the predators of the sea was definitely an encounter like no other. 

S.E.A Aquarium is worth a visit. If you have not use your SingapoRediscovers Vouchers, why not plan a visit here?

Right after the visit, we were getting hungry so we travelled down to Beach Station for a late lunch.

One characteristic of Coastes is that the furnishings are decked in blue and white which brings out a Santorini vibe. It was relaxing to bask in the sun while we enjoyed our food and drinks at the outdoor seating, not to mention the scenic view of Siloso Beach.

The weather was scotching hot and I needed a drink to cool down the heat. I had Peachy Beachy Mocktail ($10++) containing peach fruit, peach syrup, strawberry, mango juice, butterscotch and coconut., a sweet and refreshing drink to savour with the picturesque sight.  

Bar food is a must order when come to beach bar, hence we ordered a plate of Fries ($10++). We were so hungry that we kept munching on the thick cut fries. The basket of fries came in a generous portion too.

I decided to skip the main course and headed straight for dessert, Waffle with Ice Cream ($12++). I love their waffle very much, it was buttery and fluffy. Together with the vanilla ice cream and sauce, every bite was addictive.

It started drizzling while we had our food. To avoid getting caught in the rain, we hurried back to the Beach station when the rain stopped. It was a Saturday spent nevertheless.