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GET TO KNOW KEYS SOULCARE RESIDENT DERMATOLOGIST DR. RENÉE SNYDER

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GET TO KNOW KEYS SOULCARE RESIDENT DERMATOLOGIST DR. RENÉE SNYDER
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Why we linked up with board-certified dermatologist Renée Snyder, M.D. to create Keys Soulcare clean offerings.

– KEYS SOULCARE

Keys Soulcare thoughtfully pairs skin-nourishing ingredients with soul-nurturing rituals for beauty that goes way beyond skin deep.

It’s no secret that our heart and soul lies with highly effective formulas. So much so that we teamed up with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Renée Snyder to make sure our offerings hit the mark.

Because Dr. Snyder really knows her stuff, she works closely with Alicia Keys and the entire Keys Soulcare team on the formulation of every soulcare offering. Get to know Dr. Snyder’s why and exactly what she brings to the table as our in-house derm.

Dermatologist Dr. Renee Snyder
Dr. Renée Snyder

ABOUT DERMATOLOGIST DR. RENÉE SNYDER

As a teen struggling with her own skin, Dr. Snyder once visited a dermatologist who was not only able to correct her skin but unlocked her self-esteem and helped her step into her power as a young woman.

This transformation was why she became a physician and why she is so passionate about healthy-looking skin — knowing firsthand how skin contributes to our confidence.

Here are a few more fun facts about Dr. Snyder:

• Dr. Snyder currently practices dermatology in Austin, Texas.

• She is listed as a “Super Doctor,” an honor that identifies top doctors as selected by their peers.

• Almost two decades ago, Dr. Snyder helped catapult the clean beauty revolution as one of the three co-founders of Well People, one of the original high performance cosmetic brands with a high standard for what qualifies as ‘Well People Clean.”

EDUCATION

Dr. Renée has been in practice for more than 20 years, racking up an impressive list of certifications and accomplishments along the way. She completed an internship at St. Joseph Hospital in Houston and received her medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch School.

CERTIFICATIONS

Dr. Snyder is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Renée was an American Society of Dermatologic Surgery Fellow and an American Academy of Dermatology Fellow. She is also a member and the past President of the Austin Dermatology Society. In addition to being named a “Top Doctor” in Austin, Texas, Dr. Snyder was also named one of the “Best of” in Austin Fit Magazine.

In addition to collaborating on product offerings with Keys Soulcare, she is a physician at her own practice, Snyder Dermatology. Dr. Snyder stays booked and busy!

AFFILIATIONS

Beyond her impressive repertoire of academic achievements and certifications, Dr. Renée is also an entrepreneur. She co-founded Well People, a brand that brought the term “clean beauty” to the forefront of the industry. She also works with e.l.f. Beauty, collaborating with them on their formulations.

As Keys Soulcare’s in-house dermatologist, Dr. Snyder works closely with our chemists on the formulation of every skincare offering.

KEYS SOULCARE FAQS ON DERMATOLOGY

FIRST, WHAT’S A DERMATOLOGIST?

A dermatologist is a doctor who helps people with problems related to their skin, hair and nails. If you have a rash, acne, or other skin issues, a dermatologist can figure out what’s wrong and help make it better. They also treat things like warts, eczema, and even skin cancer. Think of them as skin experts!

Dermatologists have extensive training and knowledge of ingredients that are beneficial to skin and have created effective formulas down to a science. They continue their education by getting specific certifications — like getting board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology — to get trained on and show off additional skills.

DERMATOLOGIST-DEVELOPED, DERM-TESTED, OR DERM-APPROVED?

While there are no regulated definitions, these terms generally refer to the dermatologist’s level of involvement in developing, testing or approving a particular brand or product:

DERMATOLOGIST-TESTED

This means, at its most basic, that a product was tested by or in consultation with a dermatologist. The results of the testing are not always specified. A product could pass testing for safety, but not necessarily be the best for all skin types. Dermatologist-tested also does not guarantee that the product is recommended by the dermatologist, just that it was tested by one.

DERMATOLOGIST-APPROVED

This means a dermatologist has reviewed a product by some type of testing and approves of it, indicating that they believe it is safe or beneficial for skin use. The dermatologist is essentially endorsing the product — giving it their stamp of approval — though it doesn’t always specify how rigorous the approval process was or how many dermatologists agree.

DERMATOLOGIST-DEVELOPED

Often more casually called “derm-developed,” this means the product was created or formulated with the expertise of a dermatologist. In other words, the derm was actively involved in the development of a product formulation.

Derm-developed is recommended — not only because it means a dermatologist helped create it — but it often also includes being dermatologist-tested for safety and dermatologist-approved for effectiveness. A dermatologist-developed offering provides a more complete assurance of quality and expertise.

All Keys Soulcare offerings are dermatologist-developed! Dr. Snyder’s input helps to ensure safety, while also using literature studies to recommend effective levels of ingredients in our offerings.

READ MORE FROM DR. RENÉE

DR. RENÉE ON BUILDING A SOULCARE RITUAL

  • ASK DR. RENÉE: HOW DO YOU SOULCARE?
  • ASK DR. RENÉE: HOW CAN I BUILD AN AWESOME SKINCARE ROUTINE?
  • ASK DR. RENÉE: HOW TO ORDER YOUR SKIN CARE ROUTINE INTO A RITUAL
  • THE SKIN-SELF CONNECTION WITH DR. RENÉE SNYDER
  • AIRPLANE SKINCARE + BUSY TRAVEL DAY TIPS TO FEEL YOUR BEST

DR. RENÉE ON SLEEP AND RELAXATION

  • ASK DR. RENÉE: BEST RITUALS FOR RELAXATION TIME
  • ASK DR. RENÉE: BENEFITS OF SLEEP FOR HEALTHY SKIN

ASK DR. RENÉE

  • WHAT IS THE RIGHT WAY TO WASH YOUR FACE?
  • THE SWEATY TRUTH ABOUT SKINCARE
  • HOW TO CHOOSE, APPLY, & USE SUNSCREEN CORRECTLY
  • WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF FACIAL OIL?
  • ALL ABOUT UNDER-EYE CARE
  • ARE EYE CREAMS WORTH IT?
  • HOW TO USE PEPTIDE SERUMS VS. PEPTIDE CREAMS

Have a question about Dr. Snyder’s formulations for Keys Soulcare? Check out our dermatologist FAQs for more.

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