Dr. M. Farooq (MD, FCPS)

Clinical Experience & Qualifications

Dr. M. Farooq completed his MBBS followed by fellowship training in Dermatology (FCPS). Over the past 14 years, he has managed complex clinical cases of acne vulgaris, melasma, atopic dermatitis, and cosmetic-induced contact dermatitis across leading tertiary hospitals and private dermatology clinics in Pakistan.

In his capacity as Medical & Product Safety Reviewer for BigBasket.pk, Dr. Farooq conducts peer evaluations of informational skincare guides to ensure product routine advice, ingredient warnings, and skin barrier precautions adhere to recognized dermatological clinical practice.

Medical Review Criteria

• ✓Toxicity Screening: Ensuring zero tolerance for unregulated steroids, hydroquinone over-percentages, or mercury-based formulations.
• ✓Skin Barrier Safety: Proper caution guidelines for strong exfoliants (AHA 30% Peeling Solutions, Salicylic Acid, Retinol 1%).
• ✓Sensitization Risks: Identifying high-risk synthetic fragrances and preservatives commonly found in counterfeits.
• ✓Evidence-Based Routine Advice: Ensuring routine layering recommendations conform to clinical dermal absorption principles.