OUR DOCTORS
Dr Lina Yow
Medical Consultant
Good skin isn't about perfection. It's about understanding what your skin needs at each stage of life.
Dr Lina Yow is an aesthetic doctor and Medical Consultant at Radium Medical Aesthetics in Singapore. With a background in surgical medicine, she brings an evidence-based and highly personalised approach to aesthetic treatment.
Her clinical interests include acne and acne-prone skin, pigmentation, skin rejuvenation, skin quality and aesthetic concerns associated with pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Dr Lina believes that good aesthetic medicine begins with understanding the individual rather than simply treating what is visible. Her approach considers skin health, lifestyle, life stage and treatment goals when developing a personalised treatment plan.
Medical Training & Background
Dr Lina graduated from Queen’s University Belfast in the United Kingdom with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
She subsequently completed a Master of Science in Surgical Science at the University of Edinburgh and became a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCS) in 2020.
Dr Lina undertook her early surgical training in the United Kingdom before returning to Singapore in 2020. Her surgical background developed her understanding of anatomy, precision and evidence-based clinical decision-making – principles that continue to shape her approach to aesthetic medicine.
A Skin-First Approach to Aesthetic Medicine
Healthy-looking skin is not defined by a single feature. Oil production, hydration, pigmentation, inflammation, texture, collagen and the skin barrier can all influence how the skin looks and behaves.
Dr Lina takes a skin-first approach to aesthetic medicine, looking beyond individual concerns to understand the factors that may be affecting overall skin health.
Rather than following treatment trends, she believes treatment should be selected according to the individual’s skin condition, underlying concerns and stage of life. This may involve medical aesthetic treatments, skincare or a combination of approaches.
Acne & Acne-Prone Skin
Acne can be influenced by multiple factors, including oil production, clogged pores, inflammation, hormones, skincare habits and the skin barrier.
Dr Lina has a particular clinical interest in acne and acne-prone skin. Her approach begins with understanding the pattern and severity of acne, the patient’s skin condition and factors that may be contributing to recurring breakouts.
Depending on the individual’s concerns, treatment may focus on controlling active acne, improving skin health and subsequently addressing residual pigmentation or acne scarring where appropriate.
Because acne can change over time, particularly with hormonal and lifestyle changes, treatment plans may also need to evolve as the skin responds.
Learn more about acne treatment in Singapore →
Pigmentation & Melasma
Not all pigmentation is the same. Freckles, sun-related pigmentation, post-inflammatory marks and melasma can behave differently and may require different approaches.
Dr Lina believes that identifying the type of pigmentation and understanding possible contributing factors are important before deciding on treatment.
This is particularly relevant for conditions such as melasma, where hormones, sun exposure, heat and individual skin characteristics may contribute to recurrence. Treatment therefore often requires a longer-term strategy rather than simply trying to remove visible pigment.
Learn more about melasma and pigmentation treatment →
Skin Barrier, Sensitivity & Redness
When the skin barrier is compromised, the skin may become more reactive, dry, irritated or sensitive. In some cases, repeatedly adding stronger treatments can make the problem worse rather than better.
Dr Lina believes that improving skin sometimes means knowing when to treat less. Where the skin is irritated or sensitised, restoring barrier function and reducing unnecessary triggers may need to come before more intensive aesthetic treatments.
Understanding whether redness or sensitivity is related to a weakened skin barrier, an underlying skin condition or another cause is therefore an important part of treatment planning.
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Aesthetic Concerns
Pregnancy and the postpartum period can bring significant changes to the skin, hair and body. Hormonal changes may influence pigmentation, acne, oil production and hair shedding, while pregnancy and childbirth can also affect abdominal skin, stretch marks and body contours.
As a mother herself, Dr Lina has a particular interest in helping women understand these changes and navigate their aesthetic concerns during the postpartum period.
Her approach begins by identifying which changes may improve naturally with time and which concerns may benefit from treatment. Treatment recommendations also take into consideration factors such as recovery after childbirth and whether the patient is breastfeeding.
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Skin Quality & Rejuvenation
Skin rejuvenation is not only about treating wrinkles. Hydration, texture, pores, pigmentation, elasticity and collagen all contribute to how healthy and youthful the skin appears.
Dr Lina approaches skin rejuvenation by first identifying which aspects of skin quality are contributing most to the patient’s concerns.
Depending on the individual’s skin and goals, treatment may incorporate injectable skin treatments, lasers, energy-based technologies, medical facials or skincare as part of a personalised plan.
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Research & Evidence-Based Aesthetic Medicine
Evidence-based medicine is an important part of Dr Lina’s clinical approach. She has been involved in medical research throughout her career and has contributed to published research in both surgical and aesthetic medicine.
At Radium Medical Aesthetics, she has collaborated with fellow doctors on clinical research examining injectable techniques and patient experience during aesthetic procedures.
BB8 Technique: An Innovative Approach for Delivering Diluted Belotero Balance to Treat Infraorbital Hollows
Cureus, 2026
Siew TW, Phoon YS, Yow LPS.
Lidocaine Injection Provides Superior Pain Relief Compared to 10-Minute BLT Topical Numbing in Women Undergoing Cannula-Based Aesthetic Procedures
Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum, 2026
Looi CK, Phoon YS, Yow LPS, Mai CW, Siew TW.
Awards & Recognition
Dr Lina’s commitment to patient care has also been recognised during her medical career in Singapore.
Singapore Health Quality Service Award
2022
Outstanding Medical Officer Performance Award
2022
Beyond the Clinic
Outside medicine, Dr Lina is a mother and an advocate for maintaining physical and mental wellbeing alongside a demanding professional and family life.
She enjoys Pilates, strength training and indoor cycling – interests that reflect her belief that looking and feeling well extends beyond aesthetic treatment alone.
Areas of Clinical Interest
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Acne & Acne-Prone Skin -
Pigmentation
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Skin Health
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Postpartum Concerns
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Skin Rejuvenation