Dr. Nina Patel
Cosmetic Chemist
PhD Cosmetic Science, University of Cincinnati; board-certified cosmetic chemist; former R&D director at Estée Lauder
Dr. Nina Patel is a board-certified cosmetic chemist with 12 years of formulation experience at leading skincare brands. She specializes in ingredient safety, clinical testing protocols, and evidence-based skincare routines.
Articles by Dr. Nina Patel(7)
Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Serum Review: The Drugstore Retinoid Alternative
A drugstore-accessible, retinol-free serum pairing amino-peptides with niacinamide for gentler anti-aging — works slowly but tolerably for sensitive skin.
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Review: The $6 Oily-Skin Workhorse
The Ordinary's flagship $6 serum delivers treatment-level niacinamide alongside sebum-regulating zinc — unmatched value for oily and acne-prone skin.
The INKEY List Bakuchiol Moisturizer Review: Retinol Alternative for $15
INKEY List's bakuchiol-forward moisturizer is the rare budget product that delivers the retinol-alternative pitch credibly — slower but gentler.
Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment Review: Premium AHA, Tested
Sunday Riley's hero serum pairs 7% lactic acid with brightening botanicals — genuinely effective, genuinely overpriced for most buyers.
COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Review: The Hype, the Science, the Reality
COSRX's flagship K-beauty essence delivers mild barrier support and hydration through snail mucin — useful as a layer, not transformative.
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Review: The Dermatologist-Default Moisturizer
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is the dermatologist-most-recommended drugstore moisturizer — ceramide-heavy, fragrance-free, barrier-repairing, unbeatable value.
Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial Review: The 25% AHA + 2% BHA Mask, Tested
A 25% AHA + 2% BHA leave-on mask that delivers professional-grade resurfacing — when the skin barrier can handle it.