During my recent trip to Japan, I had the opportunity to visit Shiseido's Research & Innovation (R&I) Center in Yokohama, and it was one of the most impressive beauty-science experiences I've had. The R&I Center, also known as the Shiseido Global Innovation Center, is the company’s primary research and development hub. Within this building [...]
Sephora and Olive Young have announced a formal retail partnership launching in fall 2026. For K-beauty followers, this is a major development in how Korean skincare reaches global consumers. What Is the Partnership? Olive Young, South Korea's largest beauty and wellness retail chain, will have a dedicated curated section within approximately 700 Sephora locations. The [...]
For a long time, longevity science has belonged to the worlds of oral supplements and specialized wellness clinics. A new partnership between Lancome and Swiss biotech firm Timeline is aiming to bring that science into everyday skincare, and as a dermatologist, I think it is worth paying attention to. A Molecule With a Long Research [...]
K-Beauty and J-Beauty are often grouped together under the umbrella of East Asian skincare, but they are rooted in distinct philosophies. Both prioritize hydration, sun protection, and skin barrier health. Both have influenced the global beauty industry in meaningful ways. But the mindset behind each approach is slightly different, and understanding that difference can help [...]
During a recent trip to Hamburg, I made time to visit the Nivea Haus on Jungfernstieg, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of my trip. Situated along the Binnenalster lake in the heart of the city, this is where Nivea was born, and the Haus feels like a fitting tribute to [...]
Inside The Crème Shop’s NYC Launch Event: Celebrating the Crème Collection Last week, I attended The Crème Shop’s NYC launch event celebrating the debut of their new Crème Collection, and it was one of those evenings that perfectly captured why K-beauty continues to resonate globally. Hosted at Pinky Swear in Lower Manhattan, the event [...]
Last week, I had the honor of attending the 79th Annual Scientific Meeting and Showcase hosted by the Society of Cosmetic Chemists in New York City. This annual meeting brings together leaders across dermatology, cosmetic science, formulation chemistry, and beauty technology, and it remains one of the most important spaces for conversations about where [...]
In December, I stopped by the Dr. Groot Korean Night Mart pop-up in Flatiron, and it was one of those experiences that immediately excited me! For two days, a small stretch of Manhattan transformed into something that felt distinctly Seoul inspired, blending Korean street market energy with education around scalp health and hair science. [...]
XERF is a new monopolar radiofrequency device developed by Cynosure Lutronic and used for noninvasive soft tissue coagulation and tightening. It has gained early clinical traction in South Korea as a next-generation RF option for lifting and tightening facial tissues without numbing, needles, or downtime. How XERF delivers energy XERF uses noninvasive monopolar radiofrequency to [...]
FDA steps back on talc testing In late November, the FDA withdrew a proposed rule that would have created standardized, federally enforceable methods for testing talc-containing cosmetics for asbestos under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MoCRA). If finalized as originally written, that rule would have required manufacturers to test talc or talc-based [...]
