Slugging is a K-beauty (Korean beauty) nighttime skin care routine that many credit to softer and more supple skin. I am here to go over the process and talk about my experiences.
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Keeping Friends and Making Friends as an Adult
Keeping Friends and Making Friends as an Adult. I am here to give a few pointers on how to do just that….
Advice for the New Residents
Congratulations! You worked hard, you put in the hours, and now you are here, ready for your first day. Your head is full of knowledge and, oddly, you feel so unprepared for what comes next. That is okay; trust that everyone is feeling that same way. Residency is not a multiple choice test and these…
Treat Yourself Tuesday: Bath Bombs
Treat Yourself Tuesday: Bath Bombs We are talking about bath bombs today for our Treat Yourself Tuesday, The Day I picked to put aside some time for myself! They are one of my favorite things, and there is no better way in my mind to treat yourself than with a hot, decadent bath. It is…
On Daily Skin Toning
After incorporating a moisturizer and cleaning regimen, the next step in building a daily skin routine is the use of a toner. This is often missing in a skin care routine but it can really make noticeable changes to the skin. I like to think of it as the last little clean before putting on…
Treat Yourself! You Are Worth It!
We all live stressful lives. Stress can come from many places: relationships, work, or even, daily living. While stress is expected, it is important to find ways to offload that stress and find ways to cope so that we can be our shiny, happy selves. In my opinion there is no better way to reduce…
Peels Are Not Just For Snakes
Well it has become winter and since I will be spending less time outside it is time for chemical peels!!!! One of my favorite times of the year! But let’s start at the beginning…. To start out, not all chemical peels are made equal! Benefits of chemical peels depend on how deep the peel goes….
On Finding a Mentor or Sponsor
Starting from the beginning. Having a mentor or sponsor is arguably one of the most important factors in being successful in really any field. I personally would not have found myself where I am now had I not had the influence of many great mentors at nearly every point of my education and career. But…
On Being a Doctor: Imposter Syndrome
With July comes a new batch of medical students and newly minted doctors to the hospital. With their freshly pressed and astonishingly bright white coats they stroll about the halls of the hospital eager to provide patient care. This brings a nearly palpable feeling of anxiety and with that the feeling of imposter syndrome. What…
So You Want To Become a Plastic Surgery Resident?
So You Want To Become a Plastic Surgery Resident? Let’s start with the basics. What you will need: Get into medical school. This is a whole other topic entirely. A love of plastic surgery, because why else would you do this to yourself Academic success, especially in Step 1 Research, really any will do A…