Tea with MD

🏥 Stanford NYU trained
✨ Founder , scalp-first clinically backed haircare
👩🏻‍⚕️ Seeing patients Hope you find this helpful!

I'm born and raised in sunny California where I did my undergrad and medical school training at Stanford. In the middle of med school I took a leap of faith and spent one year exploring journalism, working at NBC News in NYC to create medical pieces for Nightly News and The Today Show. My adventure in social media started back then as a blog, and through the years, my interest in content creation

grew to include platforms such as Instagram TikTok and YouTube. Think of me as your friendly neighborhood doc that you can ask anything to, even questions you don't want to ask your real life physician.

05/28/2026

Minoxidil isn't for everyone…and that's totally ok. There are real alternatives out there, but not all of them are backed equally. So I ranked the ones I get asked about most 👩🏻‍⚕️

👉 Kopexil 1000/10. My favorite of the bunch. It's a chemical cousin to minoxidil but works through a totally different mechanism. Kopexil helps stop the fibrosis and collagen hardening that build up around the follicle, so your hairs can actually stay anchored where they belong.

👉 Rosemary oil 4/10. I know, I know…there's that one viral study everyone cites. But the broader evidence is thin, results are inconsistent, and irritation comes up often in my clinic. Not one I recommend to my patients.

👉 Redensyl 10/10. A patented blend that targets follicle stem cells and lengthens the growth phase. The clinical data is the real deal.

👉 Pumpkin seed oil 9/10. Multiple clinical studies on topical formulas show real support for density. So underrated.

👉 Caffeine 8/10. Backed by clinical work showing better strand strength and less shedding vs placebo. Works best as part of a bigger formula.

05/25/2026

POV: You got 10+ treatments in a day with a Korean derm and the results were not what you expected… 👀

Not gonna lie… I was shocked when I saw my face even a few hours afterwards 😭 Between the lasers, RF microneedling, collagen stimulators, skin boosters, and tightening treatments, my skin was definitely red and swollen. Oh boy was it swollen. Jigsaw from the Saw anyone?

BUT you have to trust the process. My derm .judyjoo at stayed in close contact with me throughout my healing process, and even now 3 months later I'm STILL seeing the benefits in my skin!

I feel like people only show the “after” with these treatments and not the healing phase in between. Korean derm clinics really do take such a layered approach to skin rejuvenation, and the long-term results were worth the emotional damage of seeing my face immediately after. 😂

I'm still working on an in depth video of every treatment I got during this derm visit - drop your questions below so I can make sure to address them in the video!

05/22/2026

My heart 💗 is so full after attending the AAPI in Beauty event, which brought together founders, creators, executives, and experts from some of my favorite beauty brands.

Thank you and for hosting such a thoughtful event, and for the invite ✨

To be totally honest, I’ve often felt like an outsider joining the beauty industry through a nontraditional path. Building is a passion project, but can also be a little lonely and plenty overwhelming.

So I was blown away by how genuinely warm, open, and generous everyone was. People were making introductions, sharing advice, offering help, and cheering each other on. A few execs at legendary brands I admire even shared resources with me that evening! It felt like a room full of people who were all deeply passionate about what they do but just as excited to see others succeed too.

As an AAPI founder, it also felt really meaningful to be in a space celebrating and uplifting our community. Seeing so many talented people leading brands, shaping conversations, creating art, building businesses, and supporting each other was wonderfully inspiring.

Left feeling extremely grateful for this community and very energized for what’s ahead 🤍

Swipe to see if you can spot me in the group photo 😁

05/21/2026

Drugstore skincare that’s 100% worth the hype 🛒

👉 Gentle Cleanser. Basic in the best way possible. Simple, gentle, and perfect for sensitive skin.

👉 Gel. Adapalene 0.1%, the only OTC retinoid that used to require a prescription. Helps unclog pores, smooth texture, and treat acne over time. Start slow and stay consistent.

👉 Mighty Patch. Hydrocolloid pimple patches that help absorb gunk while keeping your fingers off breakouts 🩹

👉 Hydro Boost Gel Cream. Lightweight hydration that doesn’t feel greasy or heavy. Especially good if you hate thick moisturizers.

👉 DermaControl Moisturizer SPF. Lightweight SPF hydration with a more matte finish that oily and acne-prone skin tends to love.

05/20/2026

Got my brows microbladed for the first time in Seoul with and I love the results! 🙏

I actually went to see her back in November but tox had made my brows slightly uneven, so we deferred microblading until I came back in January.

I have been wanting to do this forever but I was scared about the pain or how unnatural it might look. Turns out my fears were unfounded!

A few things I learned that I might do differently next time:

👉 recommended stroke + dot pattern for the brows for longer lasting pigment on oily skin, but I was worried it would look unnatural so I opted for stroke only. The pigment color did fade faster than I expected, so I will be going with her recommendation next time!
👉 Do NOT do botox prior to getting your brows done. You want the brow artist to see your brows as how they typically look, not during a healing process or when you're having side effects of uneven tox.
👉 Definitely book that touch up. I couldn't go back in 3-4 weeks for a touch up as recommended because I live in the US, but I wish I could touch up my color and strokes!
Thank you for a great experience and beautiful brows! Next on my bucket list: eyeliner tattoo… 👀

05/19/2026

Are you applying your scalp serum correctly?? 👀
Not sure? I got you. 🙌
I designed Redensify Treatment Serum to take the guesswork out of this part. You’ll notice there’s no dropper, and that’s by design. Droppers can contaminate the entire bottle when dragged across the scalp and put back into the container. 🧪
Instead, I chose a fine-tipped applicator so application is not only fast and easy AND hygienic, but also precise, making it easy to target the specific areas where you’re seeing thinning. So let’s get into how I recommend using it.
👉 Section your hair into five parts and apply the serum to a dry or damp scalp.
👉 Massage gently with fingertips to distribute evenly. You can even give yourself a gentle scalp massage to help increase absorption.
👉 The non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula sinks in quickly, even on top of a fresh blowout, so you can add it to your routine in seconds.
👉 Use twice daily for optimal results.

05/18/2026

We DON’T gatekeep healthy hair & scalp around here. 👀 This is the routine I’ve been loving:

👉 For dandruff: +
👉 For cleansing and resetting my scalp: Redensify Reset Shampoo
👉 For conditioning: .global Hydrating Conditioner + Conditioner for Beautiful Color
👉 For supporting a healthy scalp and growth cycle: Redensify Treatment Serum
👉 For heat protection: Bond Protein Repair Heat Protect Spray + Genesis Defense Thermique

05/15/2026

Yes, minoxidil works. I’ve recommended it to patients and followers for years. 👀
That said, it’s not for everyone. Some people are what we call minoxidil non-responders, meaning their hair follicles don’t convert the medication into its active form efficiently.
If it’s not your fit, don’t panic there are other treatments you can try. Look for scalp serums with clincally proven ingrednts such as saw palmetto, Redensyl, Aminexil aka Kopexil. It’s exactly why I put them all into my Redensify Serum! 🧪
What hair loss questions do you want me to tackle next? VC

05/14/2026

5 things I wish I knew in my 20s to have full, thick hair in my 30s. ✨
👉 Never brush soaking wet hair. Wet hair stretches and snaps more easily. That's how breakage starts.

👉 Start at the ends. Always. Detangle the bottom first, then work your way up. Yanking from the roots = unnecessary shedding.

👉 Clean your hairbrush regularly. Product buildup + oil + skin all go right back onto your scalp if you don't.

👉 Build a scalp massage habit 💆‍♀️. 5 minutes a day supports circulation. Helpful add-on, not a solo fix.

👉 Scalp care is as important as skincare. (And no, "scalp training" doesn't work 🤷🏻‍♀️.) Your scalp has its own ecosystem and needs products that maintain balance and support a healthy scalp barrier. Which is exactly why I formulated Redensify Reset Shampoo and Redensify Treatment Serum with ingredients like adapinoid, panthenol, and ectoin all help hydrate and maintain a healthy scalp.

05/13/2026

French pharmacy skincare that altered my brain chemistry as a derm. 🇫🇷🧠
From elite sunscreens to hyperpigmentation heroes, scalp treatments, and barrier repair staples… French pharmacy skincare truly does not miss.
Which French pharmacy favorite do I need to pick up on my next trip to France?

05/12/2026

The biggest reason scalp serums don't work? People don't actually use them. 🤷🏻‍♀️
In clinic I see this constantly. Patients commit for a week, then the formula leaves their hair greasy or wrecks their blowout, so the bottle ends up in a drawer.
That's exactly why I designed Redensify Treatment Serum the way I did.
👉 Non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula that won't ruin your blowout
👉 Fine-tipped applicator so it takes 30 seconds, not 10 minutes
👉 Targets the scalp, not your hair, so no flatness or residue
👉 Works on dry, damp, or freshly styled hair
The most effective ingredients in the world do nothing if you stop using them after week one. So I made one that fits into your routine instead of fighting it. 🙌
Because consistency is really what makes the difference.

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