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Social media has raised the awareness of the availability of these options as alternatives to skincare or cosmetic surgery, said doctors.
“When young people look at influencers who are promoting these treatments to achieve an appearance of glowy and glass-like skin, they are usually more receptive and want to start early,” said Dr Tay.
Ms Serene Tan before receiving jaw Botox (left) and one month after. PHOTO: COURTESY OF SERENE TAN
Fitness instructor Mandalyn Tan, 28, first received shots of Rejuran in 2023 and goes for boosters every three months.
She said that she was “desperate for a solution” to stop her acne breakouts. “My bad skin affected my self-esteem quite a lot.”
The injections have reduced the appearance of her acne scars and dark eye circles, and smoothened her skin, she said.
Although she was initially afraid of judgment from the public, Ms Tan went on to review her experiences with different skincare procedures on social media platform Lemon8.
“When young people look at influencers who are promoting these treatments to achieve an appearance of glowy and glass-like skin, they are usually more receptive and want to start early,” said Dr Tay.
Ms Serene Tan before receiving jaw Botox (left) and one month after. PHOTO: COURTESY OF SERENE TAN
Fitness instructor Mandalyn Tan, 28, first received shots of Rejuran in 2023 and goes for boosters every three months.
She said that she was “desperate for a solution” to stop her acne breakouts. “My bad skin affected my self-esteem quite a lot.”
The injections have reduced the appearance of her acne scars and dark eye circles, and smoothened her skin, she said.
Although she was initially afraid of judgment from the public, Ms Tan went on to review her experiences with different skincare procedures on social media platform Lemon8.