A new JAAD study found saturated saltwater soaks cleared 98% of plantar warts that had already failed standard treatment. A dermatologist reads the full paper and breaks down what it means.
I was quoted by Allure as a dermatologist and topic expert for their guide to Korean retinoid products. I shared perspective on how retinoids can be combined with other acne-fighting ingredients, what these combinations may offer, and why tolerability and skin-barrier support matter when choosing a retinoid routine. The article looks at several Korean retinoid … Read more
I was quoted by Allure as a dermatologist and topic expert for their guide to Korean vitamin C serums. I shared perspective on what makes a vitamin C formula effective, including the differences between pure L-ascorbic acid and vitamin C derivatives, and why formulation and tolerability matter just as much as the percentage on the … Read more
If you’re looking for one of the best Korean face exfoliators, you’ll quickly notice they don’t look—or feel—like the scrubs and peels you might be used to. In true K-beauty fashion, it’s less about aggressive resurfacing and more about a barrier-friendly approach that prioritizes steady results over instant intensity. “K-beauty not only uses gentle exfoliating categories like polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) and … Read more
Honored by my peers as one of Seattle area’s Top Doctors by Seattle Met Magazine. Seattle Met partnered with the Professional Research Services survey company to poll health care practitioners licensed by the Washington State Department of Health in King, Snohomish, Kitsap, and Pierce Counties, asking, “If you or a loved one needed care, whom would … Read more