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Easily understandable & always helpful, our skin care articles takethe science behind skin care & help you cut through the noise.From how-tos to skin myths to deep dives & beyond, learn whatreally works-not just what's trendy.
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Our Research & Education Team and Science Advisory Board continually review and interpret the latest studies from a range of fields including skin physiology, dermatology, cosmetic chemistry, longevity and safety. We then break down the ingredient analysis in an easy-to-understand way to ensure you get the most useful, accurate, and up-to-date info.
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Science Advisory Board
Our Science Advisory Board, comprised of industry-leading dermatologists and scientists, review our Skin Care Articles and Skin Care Ingredient Dictionary entries to make sure we always accurately represent science and deliver nothing but fact.
Dr. Corey L. Hartman, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist | SkinWellness.com
Dr. Corey L. Hartman is a board-certified dermatologist and the founder and medical director of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, Alabama. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of Alabama School of Medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. A New Orleans native, Dr. Hartman attended Emory University, earned a Doctor of Medicine from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, and completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Tulane University Medical Center. During his training, he apprenticed with experts in cosmetic procedures for all skin types, leading him to expertly tailor dermatologic surgery and procedures to patients with diverse backgrounds. In addition to his advisory role with Paula’s Choice, Dr. Hartman serves on the Advisory Boards for Men’s Health Magazine, Allergan Aesthetics, Galderma Aesthetics and Revision Skin Care, and was recently added to the Board of Directors for the Skin of Color Society.
Dr. Debra Jaliman, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist | DrJaliman.com
Dr. Debra Jaliman is a board-certified dermatologist with a renowned private practice on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. For over 25 years, she's been an Assistant Clinical Professor of dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, and an established author with publications in numerous scientific journals and textbooks as well as her own book, “Skin Rules: Trade Secrets from a Top New York Dermatologist.” Dr. Jaliman is a pioneer in dermatology, known for being one of the first five physicians in North America to use Botox in her practice starting in 1991.
Dr. Joyce Park, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist | TeaWithMD.com
Dr. Joyce Park is a board-certified dermatologist practicing in California and a skin care and beauty blogger at teawithMD.com. She attended college and medical school at Stanford University and completed her dermatology residency at NYU. During medical school, she discovered her interest in medical journalism and completed one year as the Stanford-NBC News Global Health Media Fellowship, working in the communications office of the World Health Organization in Switzerland and as part of the medical team at NBC News. She understands the power of traditional and social media for public health education and continues exploring this potential as a fellow, interning at the ABC News Medical Unit. Dr. Park created Tea With MD and its associated social media channels (Instagram, Tiktok, YouTube, and more) as a resource for medicine, science-based skin care and beauty from a dermatologist’s perspective.
Dr. Beth McLellan, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist | EinsteinMed.org
Dr. Beth McLellan is a board-certified dermatologist, leading clinician and researcher at Supportive Oncodermatology, a practice focused on the treatment of skin diseases in cancer patients and survivors. She attended medical school at Wayne State University and completed her residency in Dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital where she also served as Chief Resident. Since 2013 she has served as the Director of Supportive Oncodermatology at the Montefiore-Einstein Cancer Center and since 2020, has served as the Chief of Dermatology at Montefiore-Einstein. She is committed to improving the lives of cancer patients and survivors through the study and treatment of skin-related side effects that can impact patients' quality of life and their ability to complete their cancer therapy. Her research is focused on radiation dermatitis, estrogen-deficiency and how phytoestrogens can help with skin dryness, thinning and loss of elasticity.
Dr. Greg Fahy, PhD
PhD - Pharmacology & Cryobiology | Google Scholar
Dr. Greg Fahy is a pharmacologist, cryobiologist and biogerontologist whose work focuses on the biological aging process. His expertise culminated in the publishing of a multi-authored book, The Future of Aging: Pathways to Human Life Extension, for which he served as the editor-in-chief. Dr. Fahy is the Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Intervene Immune, a group dedicated to better understanding the biology behind aging and applying those learnings to modern medical practices. Additionally, Dr. Fahy spearheaded TRIIM (Thymus Regeneration, Immunorestoration and Insulin Mitigation) human clinical trials designed to reverse aspects of human aging. He serves on the editorial boards of Rejuvenation Research and the Open Geriatric Medicine Journal. Beyond this, Dr. Fahy spent 16 years as a Director of the American Aging Association. He has published numerous scientific papers.
Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, PhD
PhD - Biology | Google Scholar
Dr. Matt Kaeberlein is a biologist whose research is focused on understanding biological mechanisms of aging in order to facilitate interventions that promote health span and improve quality of life for people and companion animals. Dr. Kaeberlein is the founding Director of the University of Washington (UW) Healthy Aging and Longevity Research Institute, the Director of the NIH Nathan Shock Center of Excellence in the Basic Biology of Aging at UW, Director of the Biological Mechanisms of Healthy Aging Training Program and founder/Co-Director of the Dog Aging Project. In addition, Dr. Kaeberlein serves as Chief Science Officer at Optispan Geroscience and is a Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine. He has published over 250 scientific papers.
Dr. Mindy Goldstein, PhD
PhD – Basic Medical Sciences
Dr. Mindy Goldstein is a highly accomplished scientist with a background in biochemistry and extensive experience within the cosmetic industry. Her illustrious career includes serving two terms as national president for the Society of Cosmetic Chemists. Currently, Dr. Goldstein leads the subcommittee on biotechnology, botanicals, and ferments for the PCPC Nomenclature Committee, where she plays a pivotal role in establishing internationally recognized cosmetic ingredient names. Her expertise extends to collaborating with various journals and publications within the cosmetic science community.
Irwin Palefsky
Cosmetic Chemist & CEO of Cosmetech Laboratories
Irwin Palefsky brings over 45 years of experience in the personal care industry, specializing in formulation development and use of functional ingredients that are integral to skin care products. His career has spanned various roles from Development Chemist to CEO of Cosmetech Laboratories. Irwin actively contributes to the Society of Cosmetic Chemists and has served on the Board of the National Society of Cosmetic Chemists. His work has been featured in scientific journals and cosmetic industry publications.
Ramya Viswanathan
Cosmetic Chemist & Award-Winning Product Developer
Ramya Viswanathan is a highly esteemed cosmetic chemist with a background in the beauty industry that encompasses over a decade of product development, formulation, ingredient education and manufacturing. A formulation chemist by trade, Ramya’s passion for the industry stems from a blend of creativity and science that has helped skin care and hair care brands lead in the clinical beauty space.