I want to take this opportunity to share our latest project with you called From the Radiance Desk. In this new editorial space, I unpack the science behind beauty, wellness, and skin health — no fluff, no fear, just evidence with elegance.
I created this Substack because I saw a major gap in the beauty and wellness space: A lack of expert voices who can translate clinical science into real-world regimens — and a lack of diversity in who’s leading those conversations.
That’s where I come in! As a doctor with a background in journalism, I believe in two things:
✔️ Science should be accessible.
✔️ Beauty should be inclusive.
Why Now?
We’re living through a glow-obsessed moment — but most people are still guessing when it comes to ingredients, product claims, or even basic skin health. At the same time, brands are evolving fast, science is becoming marketing, and consumers deserve better than buzzwords.
My goal is to make sure it all makes sense for both beauty consumers and brands. Whether I’m speaking at a dermatology symposium or decoding labels on a trending serum, I aim to bring you the intelligence behind the ingredients — and give you the tools to make informed, radiant choices.
What You’ll Get Here
Each week at From the Radiance Desk, you can expect:
- Clinical breakdowns of trending skincare ingredients
- Wellness deep-dives grounded in evidence, not hype
- Eating beautiful features pulled from my Radiant Kitchen Rx series
- Industry commentary on beauty’s biggest scientific moves
- Personal perspectives from a doctor working at the intersection of equity, skin science, and public health
Paid Subscribers Get…
As this platform grows, paid subscribers will receive:
- Bonus essays + extended ingredient guides
- Private Q&As
- First access to events, digital classes, and Radiant Kitchen Rx memberships
- Behind-the-scenes updates on research, product reviews, and clinical testing
If you believe in my mission — and want to help shape smarter, safer, more inclusive beauty culture — your support allows me to keep this work sustainable.
How to Support This Work:
- Subscribe (free or paid!)
- Share with a friend who loves science and skincare
- Leave a comment or let me know what you want decoded next
Thank you for being here. This is more than a newsletter — it’s a movement. One molecule, one post, one routine at a time.
Here’s to evidence-based beauty that radiates — inside and out.
Warmly,
Dr. O
Founder, The Radiance Source