Melanin A Biological Perspective and Aesthetic Approach

Dr. Hyoung Moon Kim earned his PhD in Anatomy and Cell Biology from the College of Medicine at Gachon University.

He is the head doctor at Maylin Clinic, where he specializes aesthetic medical cosmetic procedures with a particular focus on pigmentation disorders and facial lifting techniques.

Dr. Kim served as the 5th President of the Korean Association for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology (KALDAT) from 2018 to 2021, which is the largest cosmetic symposium in Korea. He currently serves as the President of the International Conference of Laser, Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery (ICLAS) since 2024, Honorary Chairman of the Korean Functional Cosmetic Congress (KFCC) since 2025, and Editor-in-Chief of The Aesthetics since 2021.

He has published numerous articles on melanin and facial contouring. His primary research interests include cell proliferation using energy-based devices and radiofrequency treatments, particularly in relation to the melanin life cycle.