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Michelle Wong

Dr Michelle Wong is a chemist with over 20 years' experience as a science educator. As Lab Muffin Beauty Science, she debunks beauty myths and the science behind the biggest skincare and haircare trends to her 450K Instagram and 420K YouTube followers. Michelle has collaborated with L'Oreal, P&G, and Johnson & Johnson as part of her science education work, and has been profiled by The New York Times, Vogue Business, and Harper's Bazaar.
The Science of Beauty

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The Science of Beauty

Live Inspired with Compendium: Now Available from PRH!

Exciting news! Compendium has joined the Penguin Random House family, bringing a proven line of bestselling, sentiment-driven gifts to our extensive and ever-growing catalog. Since 1985, Compendium has been creating meaningful moments with beautiful, thoughtfully made gifts that center connection and celebrate occasions both big and small. From greeting cards to inspirational books to impulse-friendly add-ons, Compendium

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Staff Picks + Upcoming Titles: June

June’s upcoming titles are the perfect way to kick off the summer! Document your summer adventures in DK’s gorgeous new Travel Journal! Create your ideal plant-based diet with The Science of Plant-based Nutrition, or check out Marijuana Edibles for recipes to serve up a different kind of plant. The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Birthday Party will

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Skincare Unbottled: DIY Your Beauty Routine

The new beauty look is healthy, glowing skin. Everyone’s got their holy grail skincare secret, whether it includes the latest and greatest from Drunk Elephant, “slugging,” or a 10+ step exhaustive routine. But the truth is, you don’t need to fight off a swarm of 10 year-olds at the beauty counter to give your skin

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