Also known as ubiquinone, coenzyme Q10 plays a key role in generating energy and protecting our body from free radicals. Topical application of coenzyme Q10 protects skin cells from various ageing factors. It also provides energy for cellular repair, increases the skin's ability to regenerate and replace the damaged cells.

Niacinamide, also known as nicotinamide, is vitamin B3. Studies showed that niacinamide boosts the production of collagen, elastin and skin proteins by up to 100%. It reduces the signs of ageing on the skin and helps prevent the appearance of age spots by up to 68%. Niacinamide is suitable for all skin types including hyper-sensitive skin.

As an anti-ageing scientist who studied at The Institute of Traditional Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy (ITHMA), London; I am very fond of essential oils. For more than 15 years, I have been developing and perfecting haircare formulas to slow down my own hereditary hair loss.

Pollutants and toxic chemicals trigger free radical formation in the skin. Free radicals can cause oxidative stress which damages skin cells. Some substances known as antioxidants are capable of neutralising free radicals. They protect your skin from oxidative damage. Look for these 5 best antioxidants when you buy skincare products.

Studies showed that frankincense essential oil promotes healthy skin. It speeds up wound-healing process, prevents scar formation, reduces inflammation and signs of ageing. The main active component of frankincense essential oil, alpha-pinene, is thought to be behind its various health and anti-ageing benefits.

Androgenetic alopecia is a hair loss condition caused by androgen hormones, particularly dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT causes hair follicles to shrink gradually in both men and women's body. Over the times, hair becomes weaker, shorter and thinner. Left untreated, this hair loss condition can cause permanent baldness.

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient for the maintenance of healthy nervous system and brain function. Our body also needs this water-soluble vitamin to produce DNA and blood cells. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause depression, poor memory and confusion. We can't get it from fruits, vegetables or other plant foods.

Heart diseases are the number 1 cause of death globally, including in the US, UK and Singapore. Every year, about 17.9 million people die from heart disease. A study in Australia based on the data collected from 9,206 adults age 20 to 69 showed that Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR) can be used to predict the risk for death from heart disease.

Naturally found in our body, hyaluronic acid gives our skin its youthful plumpness. There are different types of hyaluronic acid based on its skin penetration ability. For best results, it is important to choose hyaluronic acid serums and creams that have been formulated with the lowest molecular weight sodium hyaluronate.

The key to a successful hair loss treatment is making sure that hair follicles get all the required nutrients to prevent them from shrinking. In most hair loss cases, hair density can actually be restored, however it will not happen in a few months. It may take years to reactivate all the dormant hair follicles.

Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in the skin of red grapes has more powerful anti-ageing effects than vitamin C, E and A. Studies showed that it prevents oxidative stress and reduces chronic inflammation. Resveratrol also reduces the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation spots and other signs of ageing in the skin.

Many plants contain aromatic compounds known as essential oils. Studies showed that some of these essential oils are very high in antioxidants. Antioxidants prevent free radicals to damage skin cells, hence they slow down the skin's ageing process and reduce wrinkles. Here are the 5 best anti-wrinkle essential oils.