The Skin Science Blog
Welcome to the Maelove Skin Science Blog.
Our research team, led by Dr. Sunbin Song (ex-NIH researcher, MIT PhD), is dedicated to skin health education grounded in science. Topics range from simple skincare tips to deep-dives into specific active ingredients.
What’s the difference between Retinol and Retinaldehyde (Retinal)? And which one should you use?
Today we address the question, what’s the difference between retinol and retinal (which is short for retinaldehyde)? And which one should I use? The...
Deep Guide to Niacinamide - How it works and why it should be a part of everyone's skincare routine
This writeup was lead-authored by our senior technical adviser, Sunbin Song, PhD. Sunbin graduated from MIT with a degree in Biology before receiving a doctorate...
A (ridiculously) deep guide to how retinoids work (and why we think Retinaldehyde is the best retinoid for your skin)
This writeup was lead-authored by our senior technical adviser, Sunbin Song, PhD. Sunbin graduated from MIT with a degree in Biology before receiving a doctorate...
A (ridiculously) deep guide to getting great skin with Vitamin C
This writeup was lead-authored by our senior technical adviser, Sunbin Song, PhD. Sunbin graduated from MIT with a degree in Biology before receiving a doctorate...