#DermsHolyGrail: Dr. Celeste Wong

We’re back with another #DermsHolyGrail, this time featuring the lovely Dr. Celeste Wong, who practices in Melbourne, Australia. We are excited to feature our FIRST INTERNATIONAL dermatologist! I personally was very interested to see what products she uses, and whether that differs from what we use in the US.

Don’t forget to check out all the other regimens that have been featured to get the inside scoop on what dermatologists actually use on their own skin.

Name: Dr Celeste (Celestine) Wong 

Practice setting and job title: Consultant Dermatologist from Melbourne, Australia. I work in a mix of private clinics and hold public hospitals appointment at Royal Melbourne Hospital and Monash Medical Centre. 

Skin type: Fitzpatrick skin type 3, Combination skin, Eczema prone.

AM Regimen:

Cleanser: QV gentle wash 

Extras (antioxidants, medicines, etc.): Synergie Suprema-C serum 

Sunscreen: La Roche Posay Anthelios XL sunscreen SPF 50 

Foundation / Concealer: Youngblood natural mineral loose powder foundation or Avene tinted compact cream SPF 50 in beige (this is mineral based and works well for fuller coverage)

PM Regimen:

Makeup remover: Shu Umera cleansing oil or BIoderma micellar water 

Cleanser: QV gentle wash

Toner: I rarely use a toner 

Serum: Propaira 10% Niacinamide serum 

Extras (antioxidants, medicines, etc.): alternate day prescription Tretinoin 0.05% cream

Moisturizer or Night Cream: Dermavidual DMS base cream moisturiser or Cerave PM moisturising facial lotion 

Eye cream: I rarely use this

Extras

#1 Favorite Can’t-Live-Without Skincare Product: Propaira 10% Niacinamide serum  – works wonders with reducing my acne flares and skin inflammation and all my sunscreens! 

Anything else you want me to add:

Tips for those looking for good skin care products. 

Keep it simple and affordable.  

I avoid fragranced products and am very careful/cautious about products labelled as organic, natural or those containing botanicals.

Thank you Dr. Celeste for sharing your skincare secrets with us! Follow her on Instagram @drcwong_derm.