In recent months, federal health officials have alerted both dermatology professionals and patients to a growing public health threat: counterfeit versions of Botox being distributed and injected across multiple U.S. states. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to more than a dozen online retailers targeting Americans with unapproved, sometimes dangerous, [...]
At the end of October, I attended Seoul in the City, Amorepacific’s first-ever multi-brand pop-up in partnership with Sephora. The two-day event took place on October 24 and 25 at 45 West 25th Street in Flatiron, transforming the space into an immersive K-Beauty marketplace that showcased four of Amorepacific’s leading skincare brands: Laneige, [...]
Obagi saypha MagIQ, the newly FDA-approved hyaluronic acid (HA) gel filler, is set to become a significant addition to the U.S. aesthetic market and will be available starting in 2026. The filler headlines Obagi Medical’s expansion into injectable products, offering a novel approach to dermal fillers for patients seeking natural-looking results and safety proven across [...]
During my recent visit to Seoul, I had the chance to spend an afternoon at the Sulwhasoo Spa in Gangnam, a space that beautifully represents how Korean skincare intertwines tradition, science, and mindfulness. From the moment I stepped inside, the calm atmosphere, gentle herbal scent, and attention to detail made it clear that this [...]
Every time I visit Korea, Olive Young is one of my first stops. It’s where I find new skincare favorites, explore up-and-coming brands, and see how K-beauty continues to evolve. During my most recent trip, I finally visited Olive Young N Seongsu, the brand’s largest and most ambitious flagship store yet. Located right in front [...]
K-Tox, known as "K-Botox," is a major trend in aesthetic medicine, driven by Korean innovation in injectable neurotoxins like Letybo. While treatments like Letybo deliver refined, natural-looking results and reflect the unique “glass skin” ideals of K-Beauty, there is also a risky surge in at-home injections using unregulated products like Innotox. What Is K-Tox and [...]
The beauty and personal care industry has been under increasing scrutiny in recent years for hiding toxic chemicals in their products. Consumers are demanding more transparency and safety from the products they use. In response to this growing concern, the U.S. government has taken significant steps to ensure better protection for consumers through the introduction [...]
