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.
The Ultimate Guide to SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Dupes in 2026
The Ultimate Guide to SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Dupes in 2026 Written by Maelove Team Last updated: February 25, 2026 If you’ve ever Googled “best...
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...
Can you use vitamin C with niacinamide? Yes, you can.
Today we answer the question, can I use Vitamin C and Niacinamide together in my skincare routine? The answer is yes. You may have...
Can you use Vitamin C and Retinoids together?
Today we address the question, can I use Vitamin C and Retinoids together?The answer is yes you can use these ingredients together in...
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...