On this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Kat Burki to explore biochemistry as a smarter approach to skincare formulation. With a background spanning epidemiology and healthcare, Kat brings a unique lens to beauty: treating the skin as a living organ with its own complex needs.

What makes her philosophy stand out is the insistence on synergy. Rather than chasing “hero ingredients,” Kat focuses on how ingredients interact—pairing vitamins, peptides, and cofactors in ways that mirror how the body naturally processes them. She emphasizes that delivery systems and supportive bases are just as important as what’s in the formula. For Kat, skincare is about networks of ingredients working together, not isolated actives.

Listeners will also hear her perspective on the skin’s own microbiome, and why protecting its balance is critical to resilience and long-term health.

From her cult-favorite Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream to her innovative focus on scalp health, Kat shares how biochemistry can transform not just product design but the way we think about skin itself. She leaves us with practical advice: read labels wisely, look for biome support, and always ask whether a formula makes biological sense. Tune in to discover how skincare can move beyond hype to real healing with Kat Burki.

To learn more about Kat Burki, visit her website and social media. 

CHAPTERS:

(0:00) Introduction & Guest Welcome

(0:51) Kat’s Background & Path to Skincare

(1:48) Gut Health, Nutrition & Skin Connection

(4:13) Nutritional Biochemistry & Skincare Synergy

(7:22) Misconceptions in Nutrition & Topical Delivery

(9:02) Formulation Philosophy & Product Design

(12:04) Biome-Focused Products & Healing Approach

(14:03) Vitamins, Co-Factors & Biotech Trends

(16:25) Peptides, Hype & Real Science

(22:03) Brand Philosophy, Labs & First Hero Product

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