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. This blog covers topics ranging from skincare basics to ingredient deep-dives.

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Winter Skin Tip: Smoother and Softer Skin in 20 Seconds
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Winter Skin Tip: Smoother and Softer Skin in 20 Seconds

Your browser does not support our video.   Today, I’m sharing with you my transformative solution to battling the harsh winter elements.If you’re anything like...

Can you use Vitamin C and Hydroxy Acids together? Yes, you can.
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Can you use Vitamin C and Hydroxy Acids together? Yes, you can.

  Today we address the question, can I use Vitamin C and Hydroxy Acids (like AHAs and BHAs) together? The short answer is -- yes...

Deep Guide to Hydroxy Acids - how do they work and how to choose the right products for your skin
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Deep Guide to Hydroxy Acids - how do they work and how to choose the right products 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...