Panel & Podium
Dr. Orie Achonwa is an award-winning skincare formulator and founder of The Radiance Source, the industry’s emerging authority at the intersection of science, beauty, and cultural wellness.
A trusted voice in both dermatological science and integrative beauty, Dr. Orie has spoken at national symposia, judged medical research competitions, and been recognized by industry leaders for her influence – including Elite Magazine’s Beauty Award (alongside Tata Harper, Jurlique and Elta MD brands), Thrive Global’s Female Founders to Watch, and Authority Magazine’s Women in Wellness.
Her insights have been shared on academic stages, in red carpet beauty lounges, and through her signature digital series, POREspectives™. With a lens grounded in medicine and shaped by cultural intelligence, she delivers thoughtful commentary on skin health, product integrity, and rituals that truly transform.
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EVENT/FEATURE |
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YEAR |
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Elite Magazine Beauty Awards |
Winner, “Best Healing Salve” |
2016 |
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The Brain Tracy Show |
Guest Expert |
2017 |
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Thrive Global |
Named Female Founder to Watch |
2018 |
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Daytime Emmy’s Pre-Event |
Red Carpet Beauty Lounge Presenter |
2018 |
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Authority Magazine |
Featured, Women in Wellness |
2019 |
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Entrepreneur |
Quoted Wellness Advice |
2019 |
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American College of Physicians Research Competition |
Judge |
2024 |
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Dermatology Interest Group Symposium |
Research Presenter – Adjunct nutrition therapy for chronic inflammatory skin disorders |
2025 Research Presenter – Florida Academy of Dermatology 2025 Inclusive Dermatology Practice: Recognizing Unique Dermatoscopic Features of Inflammatory and Granulomatous Dermatoses in Skin of Color Research Presenter – Integrative Dermatology Symposium 2025 Dietary Modulation of Inflammatory Biomarkers in Chronic Dermatoses |

