Cap or No Cap? Mythbusting Aesthetic Rumours | Spilling the Tea with Halley (Ep 7)

Can fillers really move? Do skin boosters make you “dependent”? And can too much heat treatment cause fat loss?In this episode of Spilling the Tea with Halley, we tackle some of the most common aesthetic rumours and misconceptions in our “Cap or No Cap” segment.Dr. Terence Tan breaks down the science behind dermal fillers, skin boosters, lasers, and radiofrequency treatments—explaining what’s supported by evidence, what depends on individual factors, and what may be misunderstood online.We also discuss how to evaluate aesthetic information on social media, why treatment results can vary between individuals, and what patients should ask during consultations.If you’ve ever felt confused by conflicting aesthetic advice online, this episode offers a clearer and more balanced perspective.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction02:04 What are dermal fillers?02:56 Can fillers move or migrate?04:04 How dermal fillers integrate into tissue06:00 Why some fillers last longer08:03 Can excessive heat treatments cause fat loss?09:36 Can skin tightening change face shape?10:34 Are radiofrequency treatments safe?12:53 Why some skin boosters give faster glow14:16 Collagen-stimulating skin boosters: why results take time15:37 The “wrong laser at the wrong time” problem17:17 The isotretinoin factor19:10 Why people think aesthetic treatments “must continue”21:07 Can you trust online research and viral takes?21:48 Dr Tan’s checklist for evaluating information sources24:05 AI and ChatGPT in aesthetics26:32 What patients should ask during consultationsFor more information on medical aesthetic treatments, follow Halley Medical Aesthetics on:• Facebook• Instagram• YouTubeLearn more from the doctors at Halley Medical Aesthetics! Schedule your appointment with them:Tel: +65 6737 8233Email: [email protected]: +65 9816 6148Address: 277 Orchard Road #03-15 orchardgateway Singapore 238858