When the skin barrier is disrupted, moisturising the surface alone may not be enough. The skin barrier depends on an organised mixture of lipids in the stratum corneum, including ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids. Ceramides are particularly important because they contribute to the barrier and water-holding functions of the stratum corneum. Research has shown…
Bisabolol is a naturally derived active compound from German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), long recognised for its skin-soothing benefits. It is not a trending ingredient. It is a proven one. For decades, bisabolol has been used in dermatological and cosmetic formulations to calm redness, reduce irritation, and improve skin comfort especially in dry, sensitive, and eczema-prone…
For centuries, Boswellia serrata, or commonly known as Indian frankincense, has been treasured in traditional medicine throughout the Indian subcontinent for its ability to calm chronic inflammation. Its aromatic resin was applied topically and taken orally long before modern laboratories could explain why and how it worked. Today, science has caught up. The Science Behind…
Happy New Year 2026! As the founder of smith-meyerlab, I would like to start by wishing all our business partners, dealers, and product supporters a very heartfelt thank you and of course, a fantastic year ahead. In the blink of an eye, smith-meyerlab has turned five. What started from scratch grew into a brand positioned…
Does the term ‘laser’ invoke a sense of damage instead of cure in you? Indeed, lasers are generally regarded as a technology of destruction, so when lasers are put to use as a technology of therapy, naturally only the most skilled and experienced medical professionals can be trusted. The same can be said about Dr…
The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be a game changer for individuals and corporations alike, forever reshaping our lives as well as ways of working. As everyone adapts to the new normal, a common theme observed among the few businesses which emerged stronger from the pandemic is their vision to transform themselves amidst the disruptive…
Acne or acne vulgaris is a chronic dermatological disease which primarily affects the face, but can also impact other parts of the body. Acne is caused by abnormal desquamation, leading to the clogging of pilosebaceous units (hair follicle and sebaceous glands) and eventual inflammation of the skin due to bacterial growth. In medical setting,…
5th April 2022 marked a historic milestone for DMS, as the company signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with UTAR to initiate its first ever collaborative research on health supplements, specifically on weight management products. A remarkable academia-industrial crossover, the MoA stipulates that DMS will support product conceptualisation, regulatory registration and research funding, while UTAR…
Daily application of body lotion is recommended for people prone to skin dryness, or those who experience prolonged exposure to dry and cold climates. In the case of eczema, body lotion is used to extend the non-flare up duration and prevent itchiness. The main function of body lotion is to replenish skin moisture and /…
Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a condition that affects skin, the largest organ of our body. Indiscriminate in whom it strikes, eczema causes skin to become dry, red, itchy and with the potential to affect any site of the body. While not contagious, due to the severe itching and prominent physical features of eczema,…
