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Here are the two types of hair loss COVID-19 seems to be causing

Do you know that emotional stress from job loss and financial strain as a result of the pandemic contributes to hair loss? According to experts, there are exactly two types of hair loss COVID-19 seems to be causing. The names to note are telogen effluvium and alopecia areata.

Telogen effluvium

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The first type is termed as telogen effluvium. It is a condition where people lose more than the average amount of 50 to 100 hairs per day. Telogen effluvium usually begins several months after an individual goes through a stressful event.

Dr Shilpi Khetarpal, an associate professor of dermatology at the Cleveland Clinic, shares that with telogen effluvium, people are shedding more and growing less.

Alopecia areata

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The other type of hair loss as a result of the pandemic is alopecia areata. Dr Mohammad Jafferany, a psychiatrist and dermatologist at Central Michigan University, notes that it’s a condition where the immune system attacks the hair follicles. It typically starts with a patch of hair on the scalp or beard.

“It is known to be associated with or exacerbated by psychological stress,” Jafferany said. Serious cases may see hair loss all over the body including eyebrows and eyelashes.

While good nutrition, stress-reduction exercises like yoga and meditation might work, it is also important to pay extra attention to the scalp.

SUBLIMIC Adenovital Scalp Treatment

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1-for-1 promotion on the SUBLIMIC Adenovital Scalp Treatment

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What’s more, you get to treat yourself and a friend to some tender loving care with a special 1-for-1 promotion exclusively at Shinka NEX from now till 30 Nov 2020! The treatment usually priced at $536 for 2 pax is now only $268 for all hair lengths. Applicable to new customers only.

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To qualify, simply show your stylist proof of the follow and like on Instagram after completing your SUBLIMIC Adenovital Scalp Treatment. One winning pair will be selected at the end of October and November respectively.

Book an appointment today at Shinka NEX

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What are you waiting for? Book an appointment today by dialling 6481 2744.

Shinka Hair Salon at NEX
Address: 23 Serangoon Central, #04-26, Singapore 556083
Operating Hours: 11am – 8.30pm daily

Boy de Chanel: Chanel has launched new makeup products for men available for purchase from 31 July

Gone are the days where makeup is only for women. While the mass market has tons of products for ladies, Chanel’s shaking things up with its Boy de Chanel makeup line. As rightly pointed out by the French brand, beauty knows no gender.

Did you know that Chanel’s makeup line for men first made its debut in September 2018? They started with only three products – a foundation, retractable brow pencil, and a hydrating lip balm. This July, they are adding new products to the collection. Here’s what to expect:

#1: FORTIFYING GEL MOISTURISER (144 SGD)

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This gel moisturiser contains a hyaluronic acid derivative combined with glycerin that prevents your skin from dehydration. Just like what a moisturiser does best, it keeps your skin moist for up to 24 hours and protects it against water loss for 8 hours.

You may use the product directly on your beard (in the direction of your hair growth) and after a shaving session to help reduce any irritations from the routine.

#2: BOY DE CHANEL CONCEALER (56 SGD)

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The Boy de Chanel Concealer is a life-saver for men with dark eye circles. If you need to attend an important business meeting, a good first impression is important. Conceal those dark spots or skin imperfections with the Boy de Chanel Concealer.

We love how it’s available in eight different shades so you’re bound to find one that matches your skin tone. In addition to that, the product is non-oily but at the same time, glides on smoothly during application. If you’re worried about having an extra layer on your skin, worry not about a thing. It’s so light on the skin that you won’t even be bothered by it.

#3: 3-IN-1 EYE PENCIL (53 SGD)

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And on days where you feel bold, confidently put on the 3-in-1 Eye Pencil. It comes in three shades – brown, navy, and black. For a day look, you can apply it on the inner corner of your eyes to define it. When the sun sets, blend it the way you want, like how you would do for eyeshadows.

#4: LE VERNIS MATTE NAIL POLISH (41 SGD)

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Too busy to hit the nail salon for a pampering session? The Le Vernis matte nail polish will be a good investment. More so than any other nail polish out there because according to Chanel, the nail polish dries in just 64 seconds. There are two shades available – natural and black.

The products will be available exclusively at Chanel Fragrance and Beauty Boutiques (ION Orchard, Marina Bay Sands, Raffles City, VivoCity, JEM) from 31 July.

Warehouse Club Open House Has Up To 30% Off Health & Wellness Products From Now Till 28 Jul 2020

Save big on health & wellness products

Warehouse Club has all the health and wellness products you need. There’s no better time to keep yourself healthy and boost your immune system with great value deals on health & wellness products.

From 15 – 28 July, you can expect a sale at their huge warehouse that spans over 36,000 sqft. There will be amazing offers on a variety of health and wellness brands like Swisse, Superfood, Brookfarm, Origin, and more! Look out for great bundled deals on personal care essentials such as 1-for-1 Darlie Toothbrush Value Pack, $10-for-6 Lifebuoy Hand Sanitisers and more!

Take this chance to stock up on self-care essentials.

Here’s a highlight for some of their top-selling products:

Swisse Ultiboost High Strength Vitamin C Effervescent (60 capsules)

Usual price: $39 per pack
Offer price: $27 per pack

Swisse Ultiboost High Strength Vitamin C Effervescent formula contains vitamin C to support your immunity and skin health. It also provides antioxidant support and is suitable for vegans and vegetarians to consume. The great-tasting effervescent with natural flavourings is a good alternative for those who find it difficult swallowing large tablets or capsules.

Swisse Ultiboost Odourless Wild Fish Oil 1000mg (200 capsules)

Usual price: $39 per pack
Offer price: $35 per pack

If Swisse’s products have worked well for you, why not bag the Ultiboost Odourless Wild Fish Oil home as well? This premium quality product is now available at buy one get one free! Its sustainably sourced formula contains the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA to support heart, brain, eye, and joint health. It also contributes to a healthy nervous system and mood balance.

Ginvera Antibac Shower Cream – Protecting (1000g )

Usual price: $6 per bottle
Offer price: $3.90 per bottle

Ginvera Antibac Shower Cream contains a well-known anti-bacterial agent which helps cleanses skin against bacteria and germs that cause body odour. The product also contains Ginseng extract to nourish your skin. You will feel instantly refreshed with the pleasant pine smell!

Lifebuoy Instant Hand Sanitizer (50ml)

Usual price: $15.90 for 6
Offer price: $10 for 6

More so for this period, keep germs at bay with this handy bottle of Lifebuoy Instant Hand Sanitizer. It is enriched with Vitamin E and kills 99.99% of germs. This gel-form sanitizer also contains moisturizers to leave your hands feeling soft, fresh, and smooth.

Tempo Petit Handkerchief – Citrus Blossom

Usual price: $7.20 for 2
Offer price: $6.50 for 2

Tempo is the number one tissue brand in Hong Kong with German origins. Their products will leave no paper residues on wet or damp surfaces after wiping. The 18-pack packaging is definitely a great buy!

Brookfarm Wild Berry Granola (40g)

Usual price: $8.85 for 3
Offer price: $5.95 for 3

Brookfarm Wild Berry Granola is rich in Australian grains and flavour. It’s packed with tart cherries, blueberries, oven-roasted premium nuts with a touch of maple, Australian bush honey, and Australia’s native rainforest superfood – the Davidson plum. Your breakfast bowl will be ready to serve in a minute.

Superfood Organic Chia Seed (1kg)

Usual price: $19.80 per pack
Offer price: $16 per pack

Did you know that Peru has been internationally recognized as the world’s superfood capital? This giant 1kg bag of chia seed is a product of Peru. If you have not jumped on the superfood bandwagon, now’s a good time. Chia seeds are not just only loaded with lots of nutrients, they are low in calorie count as well.

BeePower Manuka Honey MGO 83+ (from Australia)

Usual price: $59 per bottle
Offer price: $49 per bottle

This active honey is harvested by specialist beekeepers along the East Coast of Australia’s pristine bushland and forests. Compared to normal honey, active honey has much greater antibacterial properties. MG0 83+ assists in healthy immune support and is suitable for daily intake to boost your immune system.

Keep up with Warehouse Club’s latest promotions and join their membership to unlock greater discounts, benefits, and savings all year round. There are also exclusive imports with brands like Kirkland Signature, Tesco, Carrefour, Frosch, and more. Ready to shop? Pay them a visit right away!

Warehouse Club
Address: 1 Joo Koon Circle, Level 3, Singapore 629117 (Next to Joo Koon MRT Station)
Website: www.warehouseclub.com.sg
Operation hours: 9am – 10pm (Mon – Sun)

This article is sponsored by Warehouse Club.

Handheld beauty gadgets you can buy to tighten sagging skin

Have you been staring at yourself too much in the mirror lately? Are you noticing more fine lines and sagging skin? You’re probably not alone. Men and women alike, we don’t have the superpowers to defy gravity. Neither do we have the ability to slow down time the way the characters do in The King: Eternal Monarch.

But we can at least attempt to improve our skin condition using some handheld beauty gadgets. Some of us might think that the product price is too much to bear. But we urge you to think long-term. Like your money investments, think of this as a beauty investment for yourself. Coupled with some time and effort, you might be able to see positive results in the long run.

#1: LA VIE EN ROSE FACE ROLLER

La Vie en Rose Face Roller is part of the Angela Caglia series and the bestselling product. If you’re wondering, Angela Caglia is a celebrity esthetician with fans like Hillary Duff who have sworn by her products.

The roller is made from the ancient rose quartz, which is a type of gemstone that helps to boost circulation and improve elasticity. To see the best results, use it daily on your face and neck. Simply use the roller in gentle upward strokes on the target area. If you’d like, you can use it together with a detox serum.

Product price: 72 USD (100 SGD)

#2: LUNA GO SERIES

The LUNA go series is a creation by FOREO. The brand is headquartered in Sweden since 2013. They are all about discovering the potential of technology to improve daily living.

There are four types to choose from based on your skin condition – normal, combination, oily, and sensitive. The lightweight device combines T-Sonic™ cleansing and anti-ageing technology to give you radiant skin. Use the LUNA go’s massaging surface during cleansing and activate the anti-ageing mode onto wrinkle-prone points after. For the guys, FOREO has a special edition created just for you.

Product price: 159 SGD

#3: JADE ROLLER + GUA SHA TOOL SET

Price does not always dictate quality. For the price-conscious consumers, how about trying out an all-natural jade roller and gua sha tool set? We’ve previously explained how to use a roller so look back at point one if necessary. Let’s focus our attention on the gua sha tool.

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If you’re unfamiliar with the term ‘gua sha’, just know that it’s commonly known as scraping. Using the scraping method, it helps to promote blood circulation and drainage of the lymph nodes. Try keeping to the long-stroke routine, moving upwards and outwards. If you’re not sure how to use it, there’s always YouTube.

Product price: from 10 SGD

Let us know if you’ve tried any of the above-mentioned products or other gadgets that have worked for you? Sharing is caring!

Free and affordable mental healthcare in Singapore

Did you know that for every 100,000 people, there’s only an average of four psychiatrists in Singapore? Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) Anthea Ong and Non-Constituency MP Daniel Goh raised this issue in Parliament on 5 March 2020. With the lack of professionals, it could be a reason to explain the high prices.

While the government reviews its mental healthcare system, some of us are probably on the search for free and affordable mental help in Singapore. If you’re reading this, good news! We will be sharing with you some avenues to get some help without breaking the bank.

#1: FAMILY LIFE SOCIETY (FLS)

Established since 1985, FLS is a member of the National Council of Social Services (NCSS). They offer a range of services including counselling sessions and Pregnancy Crisis & Support (PCS) for the public. Their subsidized counselling rates start from 75 SGD per session.

For free sessions, you may consider speaking to a para-counsellor. Para-counsellors do not have formal counselling qualifications. However, they are trained to provide basic listening support.

As some of you might be sensitive with religions, we’ve got to put it upfront that the para-counselling locations are held at Catholic churches. They are available in different parts of Singapore. However, FLS has stated on their website that all their services are open to all races and religions. Your background is also of least importance.

Dial 6382 0688 to connect with them.

#2: WINGS COUNSELLING CENTRE

WINGS Counselling Centre started as a pilot project named Ramakrishna Mission Counselling Centre (RMCC) with financial help from NCSS. They only rebranded with its current name in 2002.

Affordably-priced at 80 SGD for the first session, subsequent sessions will cost only 60 SGD. In the event that you still find it a splurge considering your financial status, don’t worry. You can send in a request via their online appointment form to enjoy partial or full waivers.

#3: SHAN YOU COUNSELLING CENTRE

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Shan You Counselling Centre is a non-profit social service organisation affiliated with NCSS. Apart from counselling and psychotherapy, they also offer befriending, motivational interviewing, and more.

Probably the lowest price we’ve seen thus far, their counselling sessions are at 40 SGD. You may also seek a fee discount or waiver if you’re going through difficult circumstances to fork out money for mental healthcare. Contact them via 6741 9293 or drop them an email through [email protected].

#4: ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN FOR ACTION AND RESEARCH (AWARE)

Founded in 1985, AWARE advocates gender equality. Their counselling sessions are specially catered for women above 21 years old. Whether you’re facing family violence or sexuality issues, AWARE can help.

The counselling cost is based on your monthly salary. For example, if your income is 2000 SGD, then the cost per session would be 20 SGD. Those who are not working will be charged 20 SGD per session. Interested? Speak to someone via the AWARE helpline at 1800 777 5555 or leave a callback request.

#5: HELPLINES

Not ready to commit to a counselling session just yet? You can converse with someone professional through these hotlines:

Mental well-being

– Institute of Mental Health’s Mental Health Helpline (6389 2222)
– Samaritans of Singapore (1800 221 4444)
– Silver Ribbon Singapore (6385 3714)

Violence or abuse

– Big Love Child Protection Specialist Centre (6445 0400)
– HEART @ Fei Yue Child Protection Specialist Centre (6819 9170)
– PAVE Integrated Services for Individual and Family Protection (6555 0390)
– Project StART (6476 1482)
– TRANS SAFE Centre (6449 9088)

Counselling

– TOUCHline (Counselling) (1800 377 2252)

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