Skin Rejuvenation Treatment @ Clique Clinic SS2

Hey guys!

I  finally have the luxury to sit down and blog after weeks of hiatus! The past few weeks has been crazily hectic, flew home a day after submitting my research proposal and flying back to KL again after only spending 5 days at home for my CNY break. In case you didn't know, I'm currently in Kuantan for my final clinical posting. I'm still adapting to this new environment but all is well so far, just that the internet connection at the place I'm currently staying is pretty wonky and sometimes it doesn't even work, thus I'm unable to update much T__T 

Alright, back to the post where everyone has been asking me about :D So yeah, I had the opportunity to try out two different treatments at Clique Clinic, SS2 earlier last month; which is the skin toning facial procedure and skin rejuvenation treatment respectively. 

Healthy looking skin starts with basic skincare routine which includes a cleanser, moisturizer, treatment products and sunscreen. These skincare products are essential for skin to look and feel at its best but the truth is we cannot repair past damage or avoid wrinkles (every female's biggest nightmare!) from forming. Skin Toning Facial Procedure By Medlite C6 Q-Switched Laser is the safest, quick and non-surgical way to effectively minimize the wrinkles and spots in any skin type. This procedure targets skin irregularities without adversely affecting the epidermal layer, offering a softer, smoother, brighter complexion. Recommended for people with hyper pigmentation, post acne hyperpigmentation, Melasma, uneven skin tones/whitening, unrefined pores, and birthmarks. It helps in collagen regeneration, removes tattoo even those with multi-color and for vascular wound treatment.  

How does it work? As we age, collagen breaks down and cause lines and wrinkles. Sun exposure damages collagen too, and can cause pigment problems, uneven skin tone and rough or leathery texture. With this skin toning treatment, the laser uses a precise wavelength of light energy to target underneath the skin and stimulate collagen production at the source. As new collagen is produced, lines and wrinkles are reduced. Studies indicate laser therapy also help in creating a refreshed appearance, smoother texture, more even skin tone and a decrease in pore size. 

People pretty much freak out when they heard the word laser but most lasers that are used in skin toning are non-ablative, meaning that it is safe and will not damage the skin's surface. The energy is very selective and it targets only the collagen fibre, hair and pigment. The whole procedure takes up to approximately 20 mins for a full face and the best part is that it requires NO downtime which means you can continue your normal skincare routine even after the treatment. There is minimal discomfort and a very low risk of complications.  

I had my face cleansed first prior to the treatment. 

Dr. Lim then explained to me about the whole procedure and its benefits. It's pretty normal to feel nervous for every first timer, I guess. I had no idea what to expect and how is it gonna be like but just like everyone else, the first question that I asked was 'Will it be painful?' Being the expert in this field for the past decade, Dr. Lim did a really good job in assuring me that he will not ruin my face. And of course he didn't :P  

MedLite C6; this is the machine that was used for skin toning or also known as laser treatment.

To be honest, the feeling of the laser therapy isn't entirely pleasurable but it was tolerable, at least for me.    I felt tingling, ticklish and slight discomfort all in one. I have quite low pain tolerance, so you might actually feel nothing.  

Not sure if I was laughing cause it was ticklish or suffering from pain HAHAHAHA 

It took less than 10 mins for the whole procedure. Phew! Mild to moderate redness is pretty common after the procedure but it should be gone within an hour or so. Moisturizer can be applied for soothing effect as well as sunblock to protect your face from the direct sunlight. 

The first immediate effect that I noticed was that my facial hair (my mustache actually HAHA) was completely gone YAY which means I don't have to go for upper lips waxing anymore :P My freckles seems to be slightly lighter and my pore size decreased as well. Although you will notice results after the first treatment but you will need at least 4 to 6 sessions with a gap of 3-4 weeks between each session to see obvious differences and improvement. It's RM650 per session for a course of 6 sessions.  

After the skin toning procedure, I had the skin rejuvenation with transdermal face booster treatment, also known as the red carpet treatment to calm and soothes the skin. According to Dr. Lim, celebrities will usually have this skin rejuvenation treatment a day before or hours before special events such as red carpet to have ultra-glowing and radiant skin. The main effects and benefits of skin rejuvenation treatment would be restoring critical moisture, tightening and firming of tissues, decreasing sensitivity, stimulating cell renewal as well as improving skin vitality.   

Our skin, the largest organ, effectively prevents passage of many foreign substances into the body. Ironically, not all ingredients in our facial products that contain substances of higher molecular weight are capable of crossing the skin barrier for better absorption. Thus, the non-invasive and effective transdermal procedure is introduced as an alternative to injection without needles hitting your skin! Furthermore, the procedure can be done in just a jiffy with no downtime as well. Even for very sensitive skin types, a very mild scratching sensation may be experienced at the very beginning; however, it disappears during the treatment. Plus, the vibration feature on Transdermal delivery minimizes the electrical pulses perception resulting in a very pleasant experience. The Transdermal delivery can be applied for skin hydration, brown spot lightening and facial rejuvenation.

The transdermal face booster machine is used along with Clique Super Serum.  

The aftermath; fairer and smoother skin even with zero makeup on.
Slight redness at the upper area of my T-zone after the skin toning treatment but overall, I'm more than satisfied with the results.  

What I love Clique Clinic is the the comfy and relaxing vibe it gives that I don't even feel like I'm in a clinic undergoing treatment. 

The treatment room.

The consultation rooms and waiting area. 

They even have a counter bar for you to have tea or coffee (:

Last but not least, thanks again to Clique Clinic for the great hospitality! A group photo with Dr. Lim, Hideaki Lim and Josh Chua, director of Clique Clinic.

Besides skin toning and skin rejuvenation treatment, Clique Clinic provides services like aesthetic care inject-ables for face rejuvenation: botox, fillers, chemical peeling, photo rejuvenation, hair removal, skin resurfacing, acne scars treatments, pigmentation treatments and keloid scar treatments. 

Don't hesitate to email me or contact them directly if you want to know more about the skin rejuvenation treatment. Want the perfect wrinkle-free face? Now you know where to head to (;

Clique Clinic
No. 4 Jalan 19/36
Seksyen 19, 463000,
Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Tel No: 03-79601211
Official website: www.cliqueclinic.com

xx

Shine Kin Professional Micro-needle Facial Treatment

Oh hey peeps! How was your Christmas celebration? Hope you had a jolly one with your loved ones. Can't believe that New Year is just a few sleeps away. I haven't really start thinking on my new year's resolutions yet but there's definitely a few events that I'm looking forward in 2014, with graduation being one of them. 

Earlier this month, I was invited to Le Dream Beauty House to try out on their Shine Kin Professional Micro-needle Facial Treatment. This beauty salon is actually located in Nilai and I'm pretty sure you'll be thinking " Wah why so far?". Surprisingly the journey was not as far as I thought, probably around 30 to 45 mins depending on the traffic. Take it as a half day getaway from the busy city to retreat and pamper yourself. You can even hunt for nice seafood for dinner after the facial treatment before heading back to KL. How bout that? 

Le Dream Beauty House has been running in business for almost a year plus now by two young friendly ladies, Shirley and Jeslyn. 

Their treatment rooms; clean and comfy. 

Like any facial treatments, they start off with the normal cleansing routine. 

Then, I had 15 mins of steaming to soften the pores and dead skin cells. This step enhances a better result during extraction. Out with all the filthy blackheads! 

My least favorite part of any facial treatment; the gruesome extraction session.
But they said, no pain no gain. So I had to man up and deal with the pain. Good thing that Jeslyn is gentle and I didn't feel much pain. She covered most of the areas that are blackhead and whitehead prone especially my nose, my T-zone and my chin.

I felt super clean after the extraction.
Then they proceeded with the Micro-needle treatment system. It's basically known as minimally invasive cosmetology and it's a modern fashion beauty therapy which has been popular in the United States and among South East Asia countries. It helps in improving skin stratum corneum, stimulate blood circulation and eliminate dim skin colour

The micro-needling treatment wasn't pleasant but bearable during the first few minutes due to the prickling sensation I had on my face. I even had goosebumps HAHA The best part was the soothing facial massage (my first time and it felt soooooo good) after the micro-needling treatment for better absorption of the serum and better circulation. To top it off, I had a cooling mask for 20 minutes. 

The Shine Kin Professional Micro-needle Therapy System (MTS) set which can last you 6 sessions of treatment. Each customer will have their own MTS roller so don't worry about getting infection and what not. MTS roller is used to stimulate the skin's surface and in 5 minutes, it can create 200,000 tiny holes on the skin's surface which helps the skin to absorb nutrients better. Suitable for normal and oily skin type.
1 time of MTS is equivalent to 40 times of normal facial treatment. 

Skin friendly, faster recuperation and cost effective. 
Since I was really curious of MTS, I did look up in the internet and do some reading on it.

Microneedle Therapy System (MTS) is ideal for non-surgical and non-ablative treatment of various skin conditions such as aging (wrinkles, stretching), scarring (acne, surgical), and hyperpigmentation. Clinical studies have shown MTS (microneedle therapy system) to be more effective than ablative treatments like laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, and chemical peel and just as effective as non-ablative treatments like IPL, CO2 laser, and Fraxel in stimulating collagen and elastin production to thicken the skin thereby erasing wrinkles and smoothing scars — SOURCE.

Besides facial treament, they do provide services like ear candling, massage and jacuzzi, pampering you from head to toe. It not just for the ladies, the gents do deserve some pampering too (;

I was there with Hideaki, who is also their ambassador and that's Shirley and Jeslyn behind us. 

Me in my foundation-less face.
It is normal to have redness after the facial treatment, this photo was taken a day after the treatment and I'm loving the result. It definitely needs a few more sessions for better and apparent result. 

Pretty obvious that there is less blackheads compared to pre-treatment.
I should have taken a before and after pic T__T 

They are generous enough for giving me this LUMESE trial pack too :D 

Thanks again to Le Dream Beauty House for the much needed facial treatment!
I feel so radiant and hydrated after the session. I just need more sleep to get rid of my dark circles and expensive eye bags; thus my first 2014 resolution will be GETTING MORE SLEEP!

P/S: They are currently still having their one anniversary promotion!

Only RM27/per treatment, pretty worth it huh?
With terms & condition applies. 

Le Dream Beauty House
PT 7267 Ground Floor,
Jalan BBN 1/2B, Putra Nilai,
71800, Nilai.
Contact Number: 06-8502678 | 017-6660218 (Shirley) | 012-3859668 (Jeslyn)
Operating Hours: 11am - 8pm (Mon - Fri)
                           11am - 6pm (Saturday)
Official FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/LeDreamBeautyHousenilai

xx

Hair Makeover @ Peek-a-boo, The Curve

Well, I guess most of you should know about my recent hair make-over since I've posted photos on my Instagram and Facebook. Surprisingly, people seems to like my new hair (thank you for all the kind words, I'm really flattered HEH) and I'm glad that there's no nasty comment being thrown at me...yet. I felt that it's quite a drastic makeover because I finally decided to cut my hair short. Yes, short. Even my friends are shocked but yeah it's time for a change.

The last photo of me in my long hair taken while I'm on my way to the salon.
 I would be lying if I said I didn't miss it. 

Thanks to Hideaki Lim and Peek-a-boo for inviting me over to have my X'mas hair done. I've heard a lot about them before but never had to chance to try their services. They have another branch in TTDI and Kota Damansara as well. It's pretty easy to spot this unique looking hair salon opposite Metrojaya.

Don't you love their shiny Peek-a-boo sign? (; 

Peek-a-boo has been in this industry for almost 13 years and won numerous international hair dressing awards and they are also the official media partner of 8TV quickies. Their excellent services and hair-do has been featured in various magazines and newspapers where you can check it out here and here. Their aim is to make every client walk away looking and feeling fabulous.

At Peek-a-boo, they always strive to give their client the best even if it's just a regular hair cut or perm or treatment. They are constantly putting in much effort in training their young talented and inspired future stylists into the new era of hair styling, which are also call the new Gen P (Generation Peek-A-Boo). 

You can bring along your friends or girl/boyfriends since they have this comfy waiting area with free wifi and coffee. 

Peek-a-boo uses only Shiseido, L’oreal, Schwarzkopf, Nioxin, Joico, and Kerastase hair products. 

The salon is large and spacious to accommodate more customers but it's still better to ring them up for appointment to secure a place. You will be served hot tea and there's an individual plug at each seat for you to charge your electronic gadgets and also tons of magazines to keep you company.

I was brought to the VIP room when I reached and since I was late, Hideaki has his hair done first. Hideaki Lim, the renowned cyber fashion designer is the ambassador of Peek-a-boo and it was an honour to have my hair makeover done with him.

And that's our hairstylist, Jeffrey who will work his magic on our hair that day. All of the products used that day were by Shiseido.

Hideaki, getting cool perm after his hair cut. 

So, as usual a photo of my BEFORE hair length. 

The initial plan was to actually have the rebonding treatment which is a combination of rebonding and treatment since my hair is very badly damaged and frizzy. This time round, I won't be dying my hair cause it would be too damaging. I told him some of my major concern especially the obvious 'bald line' and how I want my hair to look thicker and more volumnized. After Jeffrey analyzed my hair, he thought that it's better to cut it short and perm it because the rebonding treatment will make my hair looks even more flat.  At first, I was contemplating when I first heard the word 'cut'. With Jeffrey being a professional stylist who has been in the industry for almost 10 years, I had no doubt and I knew I was in good hands. I told him to just go ahead with what he had in mind for me. 

And with that one snip, there's no turning back. 

Saying goodbye to my locks T____T

I'm getting a cool perm as well.
I often have this misconception that perming requiring steaming and all those high-tech gadgets that will require long hours of sitting in the salon. Yet mine only takes 20 minutes to get a permanent result with no heating required! 

Some final trimming before styling his new hair. 

Another 10 minutes for the chemical to settle in after the first wash. After the perm, I had treatment too!
So are you ready to see the result?


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TADAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

My new shoulder length hair. I think a good hairstylist is one who clearly understands what you want and able to deliver it to you at the same time and Jeffrey did a really good job here. Thanks to him, my hair is now light and kawaiibouncy!

Loving this big mirror in the salon and loving my new hair more (: Got korean feel or not? HAHAHA

Hideaki's before (UP) and after (BELOW) photo. Thicker and more volumnized hair too!

Good news for my readers! Mention my name, HILDA and find Professional Hairstylist, Jeffrey at Peek-a-boo The Curve to get a 10% discount off on hair cut and chemical services. Don't forget to share with me your experience with Peek-a-boo as well!

Hair cut: RM75
Wash & Blow: RM38 (No discount)
Colour (1 tone : RM150 and above
Cold Wave: RM200 and above
Hair Treatment: RM180 and above

PEEK-A-BOO (The Curve) 
Lot 256, 2nd Floor,
6 Jalan PJU7/3 Mutiara Damansara,
47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan.
Contact Number: +603-7725 2912
Website: www.peekaboo.com.my
Facebook Official Page: https://www.facebook.com/PeekabooMalaysia
Instagram Page: http://instagram.com/peekaboomalaysia

So tell me, what do you think? YAY or NAY? 

xx