Art Beauty (Amber Milt)

If your pandemic routine hasn’t been panning out, we’ve got a no-fail plan for you. From how to incorporate better eating habits, to improving sleep hygiene, Dr. Mimi Secor shares her pandemic plan to get your mind and body back on track.  She shares simple tips and tricks that you can do – in small steps – to improve your physical and mental health. Remember, self-care is not selfish.

As states begin to reopen, what will the effects of coronavirus be on the field of cosmetic surgery and dermatology?  Will botox and fillers seem faux pas? And has telemedicine forever changed the way practices handle waiting rooms?  We talk to board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Johnny Franco, about what the new world of cosmetic surgery will look like in the post-coronavirus world.

With most job interviews being held virtually, we've put even more attention on our faces.  Compound that with the fact that we can't go to the gym or hair and nail salons, and it's no surprise that people say they are feeling older than ever. We catch up with our beauty bestie, Dr. Jennifer Levine, for tips to help you elevate your appearance and give you an edge over your competition.

We’ve ALL been living in loungewear and now that offices are reopening – it’s time to shed the sweats and get serious about or summer style. So WTF are we going to do to transition from our WFH Style? Our guest, Sheb Can, is a VIP Digital Stylist for Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman. She shares her expert tips on how to wear summer silks, hide the quarantine 15, and also make your loungewear look more luxe.

Currently, the most popular and effective non-invasive, skin tightening device on the market, Ulthera uses ultrasound energy to tighten not only the superficial layers of the skin but also some of the soft tissue beneath them. It’s also the only FDA-approved non-invasive treatment for skin lifting. The treatment takes about an hour and a half, and its effect lasts up to two years.

We talk to Raechel Lowe, a licensed aesthetician with an extensive medical background who is renowned for her role as a trainer, key opinion leader, mentor, and investigator for laser companies. Hear how she treated Amber’s skin and the real truth about the procedure, the pain involved, and the results.

Up to 90% of skin aging is due to the effects of the sun, but what if we could stop that damage – even after a burn occurs? We talk to Dr. James Beckman, founder of the Theraderm Skin Renewal System, who says his line can reverse UV damage that has already happened to skin throughout the day - whether you used sunscreen or not. Theraderm incorporates a patent-pending formulation that is currently being proved in a bio-engineering university study to prevent most permanent sun-related damage when used AFTER skin injury occurs. This is accomplished with medical-grade formulations and a mix of ingredients that includes the primary natural mediator of energy storage and use in the body, enzymes, powerful antioxidants and patented peptides. One of the patent-protected peptides is exclusive only to Theraderm products and is proven to reduce and repair signs of aging in the skin itself!

Until recently, the only way to reduce skin laxity—such as jowls and drooping cheeks—was through a surgical face lift or mini-lift. While injectables can restore lost volume, they cannot remove loose skin, and so a new type of procedure has been developed to fill in the gap between noninvasive facial rejuvenation and facelift surgery: The "thread lift."  While there are three types of threads used, they all involve the use of temporary sutures inserted under the skin, to pull the skin back slightly and lift the face or neck. In addition to to the subtle but visible lift, the threads activate the body's healing response and creates collagen.  But while the results can be fabulous, one doctor says they are not as consistent as Botox and Filler.  We talk to Dr. Samer Jaber about thread lifts, and the pro's and con's of using them.

What will beauty look like in a post pandemic world? Is it safe to finally get our roots done? And WTF is a pedi bubble?!?

Faith Xue, Editorial Director of Byrdie, gives us her first-hand, unbiased expert opinion on what the beauty industry will look like post-Covid. She also gives tea on the best classes she took in quarantine, Amazon's best-kept secret (attention fashionistas!) and why this may be the end of Sephora as we know it.

Breast size, shape and proportion play a unique role in every woman’s self-perception, sense of physical balance, femininity, and confidence. Pregnancy, weight gain and loss, heredity, or advancing age can predispose to loss of breast volume, projection and position. We talk to Dr. Adam Kolker about how a breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, can restore a more youthful, perky, attractive shape, proportion and balance to the breasts. We also dive into the differences in implant types (saline vs. silicone), how to find the best size and surgeon, and review all of the risks and considerations one must make before undergoing any type of breast augmentation Amber also shares a personal story and reveals why Dr. Kolker might be her “breast” kept secret.

Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Delivered Microneedling is one of the most exciting and versatile technologies on the market today – it jumpstarts collagen production, smooths out fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin quality, and reduces scars and stretch marks, and can be used on any skin type for texture, pores, scars, and skin tightening anywhere on the body.  Microneedling uses a special device with needles to create tiny channels in the skin to trigger its natural wound healing capabilities, namely the production of collagen and elastin, the building blocks of supple, youthful skin. Unlike lasers which are light-based, these devices use radio frequency energy to produce bulk heating of the dermis that induces new collagen production to tighten, firm and thicken skin.

We talk to Dr. Jessica Weiser about what we can expect from the treatment, and the best away to achieve maximum results. She also gives the tea on the state of things in Soho and exciting advancements in cellulite reduction!

When it comes to a whiter smile, there are unlimited options that claim to work – from strips, to trays, to toothpaste.  We talk to Amber's own dentist, Pamela Hunte, about the various methods for whitening both in-home and in-office, and what realistic results we can except from each.  She'll also discuss bonding, veneers, and even share an ineffective product that you probably have in your medicine cabinet.

A team of stem-cell scientists may have discovered the molecule to help not only prevent but also reverse inflammation in our cells that leads to aging. Drs. Ben Van Handel PhD and Amir Nobakht MD, MBA met in the stem cell biology labs at USC. Their orthopedic research was focused on reducing "inflammaging" (inflammation + aging) and increasing the functionality of stem cells in our joints, thereby re-growing cartilage. This mission led them to develop HX-1, a molecule that shields stem cells from stressors that fuel the aging process. Once they realized these same technologies could apply to the skin, Heraux was born. We talk to the founders about what HX-1 does to the skin, and why it lives up to the price tag.

The beauty industry takes in almost 50 billion dollars a year, and that’s in the U.S. alone. With promises of more youthful, firmer and brighter skin, it’s no wonder we flock to buy the latest products and seek out the buzziest new ingredients. But according the Dr. Heather Rogers, you may have been duped – and she’s not afraid to tell you why. We’ll talk about why using multiple products can actual be harmful, and why expensive doesn’t always equal results. She’ll also share the best way to get rid of sunspots, how to lessen the appearance of scars, and the skincare regimen and ingredients to get proven results.

Not so fun fact: we spend over 1/2 our lives in front of screens and that endless screen time could trigger more than FOMO - it could be be aging you. But one company, Goodhabit, is pioneering the movement in defending your skin against artificial blue light and modern day skin stressors. According to Jeniece Trizzino, the VP of product Development, spending one hour in front of our computers is the same as spending 15 minutes in the sun - UNPROTECTED She says that all of our digital screens (meaning your laptop, TV, tablet, phone) and even our Ring Light (eek!) emit blue light. While UVA and UVB rays impact the first and second layers of skin, blue light actually penetrates at a deeper level and causes oxidative stress, increasing the risk of dullness, discoloration, and fine lines. We get to the bottom of why Blue Light needs to be on your radar, and Jeniece shares her tips for protecting against the damaging rays of blue light when you can’t unplug.

When we think of plastic surgery, there can be immediate connotations, positive or negative, that come to our minds: our favorite celebrities, our guilty-pleasure reality TV shows, or even our friends and families who have had procedures. There tends to be an air of negativity around plastic surgery: assumptions about people’s motivations, and judgments about before and after transformations, can make plastic surgery feel like a taboo topic. We talk to Dr. Chloe Carmichael about how plastic surgery can be a way for someone to increase their self-confidence and empower a person to choose how they want to present themself to the world because they have a clear sense of self, and they know exactly how they want to look.

If you’ve started to notice changes in your skin or even mood, there’s a chance your hormones are to blame.

While there is no specialized field specifically dedicated to ”hormonal dermatology”, Dr. Zenovia has taken a keen interest in the area. We talk to the board-certified dermatologist about everything from how to identify hormonal acne to the relationship between estrogen and collagen. She also felt that there has always been a market white space in products that effectively address internal issues topically, and so she created a line centered around hormonal dermatology. Dr. Zenovia Skincare has two collections, one for anti-aging and one for acne, and launched this month on the dermatologists website and will be available next month on Sephora.

If your skincare routine is more complicated than a fishtail French braid (or takes even one tenth of the tie to complete), you’re definitely overdoing it and may even be doing more harm than good. According to Dr. Heather Rogers, a board-certified dermatologist, you only need five products to effectively prevent damage, increase cell turnover and slow the aging process. She breaks down the only 5 items you need in a skincare routine, and shares her favorite products. We say it’s great advice for our faces and our finances.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Dyson HEPA Air Purifier: https://amzn.to/3iNoycP

Schick Intuition Razor: https://amzn.to/2EgR5s7

GLYTONE Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen: https://amzn.to/2FEWiuL

Supergoop Mineral Sunscreen: https://amzn.to/362TH8m

Supergoop Play (for kids): https://amzn.to/3hMlVqd

Supergoop Mineral CC Sunscreen: https://amzn.to/2G1RbEo

DermaQuest SheerZinc Sunscreen: https://amzn.to/3hMlVqd

Suntegrity Sport Natural Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30: https://amzn.to/3kONkdl

ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica Zinc Oxide and Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum: https://amzn.to/2ZXKY3F

Replenix Sheer Physical Sunscreen SPF 50 Plus Spray: https://amzn.to/3kCUHnM

SPF Clothing: https://amzn.to/33RxhEs

Rit Sun Guard Laundry Treatment UV Protectant: https://amzn.to/35VxZmT

Colorescience Brush-On Sunscreen Mineral Powder: https://amzn.to/2G1TOWM

ISDIN Mineral Brush Powder: https://amzn.to/3cvaH8R

BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner Serum https://amzn.to/2ZYeHtk

Alto Defense Serum: https://skinbetter.com/products/protect-alto-defense-serum

Avene A-Oxitive Antioxidant Defense Serum: https://amzn.to/3j3mUni

Doctor Rogers - Natural Restore Face Cream: https://amzn.to/3hShQRA

Glytone Exfoliating Body Lotion: https://amzn.to/3hMuD7T

SHOW NOTES:

00:53 - Oregon is burning

03:02 - In search of HEPA filters

04:21 - The state of the beauty industry right now due to COVID-19

06:11 - We don’t need to maintain the excessive beauty routines we did pre-covid.

06:53 - A scary fact on genital-hair removal

08:34 - Introducing Dr. Heather Rogers

10:00 - the origin of today’s skincare marketing

12:50 - Essential #1: Sunscreen. But not all sunscreen’s are created equal – Dr. Rogers shares her favorites.

25:33 - Essential #2: Antioxidant Serum

32:35: Essentail #3: Moisturizer

36:01: Essential #4: Face Wash

36:20: Essential 5: A Treatment Product

This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

Sagging skin can prematurely age us, especially around the eyes. But out of necessity, one woman created a product that won't allow age or genetics to dictate how you look and feel. We talk to Contours RX founder and CEO, Britain Todd, about Lids By Design, her "push-up bra for the eyelids. These cosmetic strips were developed to temporarily uplift the appearance of eyelids, and are especially helpful for those who experience moderate hooding and desire the temporary look of a casual lift or moderate adjustment for asymmetrical eyes.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

LIDS BY DESIGN Assortment Pack (4mm - 7mm) Eyelid Correcting Strips: https://amzn.to/2HERNRq

LIDS BY DESIGN Sample Collection Correcting Strips, Tweezer, B5 Eyelid Prep Pads, Microcrystal Patch, Dermal Blade, and Compact Mirror: https://amzn.to/30h8zwh

Beauty isn’t ONLY Skin Deep. Happiness and peace are big contributors to beauty as you either radiate vibrant energy - or not. No amount of skin care products can hide fatigue, anxiety and fear. If we want to look our best - we have to feel our best. That means we have to incorporate our entire wellbeing in our self-care and beauty regime. It means looking at our anxiety, healing our traumas, learning how to release things in our life that are draining our energy and putting better boundaries in place (in relation to people, time, energy outputs and drama). We speak to metaphysician and self-development specialist, Dr. Sonia Killik (Mpsy.D) about her 4-point Renew system, the four quadrants of a persona life that need attention on our path to total wellbeing.

Show notes:

01:06 Current situation in South Africa

03:33 The trend towards remote coaching

05:25 The shift towards humanity in the corporate world

07:13 About Sonia Killik’s 4-point Renewal System: The 4 quadrants of a persons life that all need equal attention are physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.

13:37 Physical: ways to address the physiological discomfort caused by stress. When we go into “fight or flight mode” we literally shut down reasoning. Sonia shares two tips for practicing how to deal with physical stress.

22:24 Consciousness and your “authentic self”: when anxiety begins to creep up - how can we deal with the physical and emotional effects of stress?

27:54 Addressing the stress caused by the pandemic and our need to package it away.

32:39 Sonia talks about her new coaching program "Miserable to Marvelous."

36:50 Pirates, penguin, potatoes: an exercise to handle your runaway thoughts when you can’t sleep.

If you've noticed dark spots on your skin and you're looking to get rid of them, you need to be aware that all discoloration is not the same, and that you can actually make some discoloration worse if you treat it with the wrong modality.

We talk to renowned dermatologist, Dr. Dennis Gross, about the different causes of the hyperpigmentation – a broad term used to describe skin that has been discolored or darkened due to an array of factors, including sun damage, acne scarring or inflammation and melasma. In the fall, Dr. Dennis Gross always sees a spike in patients coming in to correct hyperpigmentation that either appeared or got worse over the summer. We talk about the best way to determine what kind of discoloration you have, and professional treatment options such as lasers and peels. He also details what to look for in products for at-home treatment.

For all treatment options, Dr. Gross recommends a three-prong approach: exfoliate dead pigmented calls, inhibit melanin transfer within middle layers of skin and prevent melanin production at the source. Finally, we'll discuss how to keep skin clear of dark patches once they are faded.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Dr. Dennis Gross Clinical Grade IPL Dark Spot Correcting Serum: https://amzn.to/3iT62Px

This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

October is Blindness Awareness Month and we are honored to be able to spotlight Chelsea Nguyen, a licensed cosmetologist and image consultant, who helps empower men and women who are visually impaired by teaching them non-visual hair, makeup and grooming techniques. In this inspiring episode she’ll share her tips and tricks, as well as talk about the some of the technology available to help the visually impaired identify colors and prevent wardrobe mishaps, and even shares ways that fully-sighted individuals can donate their time to help out. According to the CDC, approximately 12 million people 40 years and over in the United States have vision impairment, including 1 million who are blind, and an estimated 93 million adults in the United States are at high risk for serious vision loss.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

CHI Spin & Curl Ceramic Coating Curler: https://amzn.to/348voom

This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

SHOW NOTES:

3:45 - How Chelsea Nguyen learned to teach the visually impaired

10:07 - the first step in application is identifying the facial features

10:47 - How to apply foundation

14:45 - Technology to help you identify color. Chelsea explains the Be My Eyes app and how to sign up to volunteer.

17:35 - A testimonial from a visually impaired woman who used Chelsea’s services

20:55 - How to apply eyeliner

24:12 - How to apply lipstick and identify different colors

26:40 - Hair tips

We get the inside scoop on breast augmentation from four women who had some form of surgery - for very different reasons.  From a double mastectomy and reconstruction, to a reduction at a young age, to implants and a lift, these friends discuss why they wanted surgery, and everything the WISH they knew beforehand.  They'll share some helpful tips for anyone considering augmentation, whether it's the best things to buy for recovery or how to deal with guesstimating breast size.

Virtual presentations have become an inevitable part of our lives. But you can present your best self with a few simple tips, whether you're on Google Meetings or Zoom, speaking to your co-workers, CEO or cousins.

We speak to Brenden Kumarasamy, a public speaking coach and the host of MasterTalk on Youtube, about how we can improve our virtual presentation skills. He offers tips on how to better prepare our actual presentations and effective ways to practice speaking.

Amber will also share her practical tips on how to ensure you have the best lighting and backgrounds.

We sit down with Brian Goodwin, International Educator for celeb-fave spa brand, Eminence Organic Skin Care, to get the scoop on antioxidants. Find out what free radicals are (no, it’s not your high school boyfriend’s garage band), which essential vitamin our bodies don’t produce (but is a complexion game changer) and how to amp up your skin care routine with natural goodness. Ripe with skin care application tips and a visual demo that will make your jaw drop, you’ll be inspired to go back to school  - esthetician school, that is.

Pure vitamin C is a proven and powerful skincare ingredient: it can reduce sun spots and hyperpigmentation and increase collagen production for brighter-looking and firmer skin.  But all of these benefits do not come without a cost – vitamin C is also notoriously unstable and can oxidize quickly, becoming less efficient.

According to Ron Robinson, a cosmetic chemist, once a vitamin C formula has turned brown or orange, it is no longer the powerhouse we expect it to be. After spending fifteen years in the beauty industry as a cosmetic chemist and product development executive for companies that include Clinique, Estee Lauder, Revlon, Avon and L’Oreal, Ron decided to create his own vitamin C formula, Beautystat. The difference is an encapsulated delivery system that helps minimize oxidation and maximize stability. What does this mean? His Vitamin C Serum is as potent from the first drop to the last.  We sat down with Ron to discuss why vitamin C should be an essential step in everyone's routine, and how he came to discover this breakthrough formula.

From her start as a bud-tender in 2006, to currently running a multi-million dollar company, Olivia Alexander is truly the “boss babe” of Cannabis. Last year, Olivia launched a beauty product for makeup that turned the industry on its head: the KINGDM Cosmetics THC Primer. The product is the world’s first-ever psychoactive makeup product. It went on to earn the 2019 Beauty Innovator Award for Makeup from Refinery29. Olivia created proprietary formulas for this product and in 2020, expanded her foothold in beauty to include a THC enhanced Foto Setting Spray.  We talk about how and why she created a hemp wellness brand with a line of revolutionary THC and CBD infused products and how she sees an opportunity with cannabis, not just to improve lives, but to improve the world.

We are always on the lookout for the next best thing, but the newest ingredient in skincare might be an old one revisited - camel milk. 

While it may not be found in many of today's products, for centuries, camel milk has been revered for its curative properties in both Africa and the Middle East. Even Queen Cleopatra is said to have bathed in Camel Milk to maintain her youthful appearance. 

And perhaps there's a reason that this super food is finding its way into our skincare routines. Camel Milk is packed with immune proteins, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals such as:

* Omega Fatty Acids 3, 6 & 9: Building blocks of healthy cell membranes; they create natural oil barrier keeping skin hydrated

* Natural Alpha Hydroxy Acids: Gentle exfoliation of our skin from dead cells

* Vitamins & Minerals: A high concentration of vitamins A, B, C, D & E are all naturally abundant in camel milk. They have repairing properties supporting natural skin rejuvenation

* Immune Proteins: High concentrations of unique Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Viral, Anti-Fungal, Anti-Microbial, Anti-Inflammatory and Immune Supporting Proteins

* Phospholipids: Naturally-occurring molecules that attract water and hold on to it. As a results phospholipids are a crucial component for keeping the skin hydrated.

We speak to Marc Green, the co-founder of Cammellatte – a camel-milk-based skincare line, about the benefits of camel milk and why he created a line around this healing ingredient.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Cammellatte Camel Milk Body Butter with Shea Butter: https://amzn.to/2J0DZ4V

Cammellatte Body Lotion: https://amzn.to/2UZ8w5i

Cammellatte Hand Cream: https://amzn.to/3q1k5Hp

Cammellatte Foot Cream: https://amzn.to/33h9bU5

This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

We all know that the holidays are generally a time when our wallets get thin and our waistlines expand. But in the midst of a global pandemic, the holidays could be different this year.  We talk to Tatiana Boncompagni, founder of Eat Sunny – a healthy meal delivery plan – about how we can avoid the holiday weight gain.  She offers tips on the healthiest alcohol to drink this holiday and even shares tips on how to reset your diet now instead of waiting for January 1st.

Tis' the season for last minute shopping.  But we've got you covered.  Amber and Lara Eurdolian , both beauty editors, reveal the best gifts you can buy at every budget – from luxe goodies to stocking stuffers.

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Peloton Bike, $1895 and up

GET $100 off the Bike or Tread with code: UWNA98

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Fornasetti Candle with Lid, $215

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Beautyblender Gifts Sets, $20 and up

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Sigma Beauty Spa Express Silicone Brush Cleaning Mat, $27

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Pretty Connected Mask Chains, $22 and up

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NewBeauty TestTube Subscription Box, $29.95

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Epielle Intensive Repairing Masks for Hands and FeetTis, $20

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This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

SHOW NOTES:

1:14 – Peloton –> GET $100 off the Bike or Tread with code: UWNA98

7:17 – Fornasetti Candle with Lid

11:12 – Dermaflash

16:12 – BeautyBlender Gift Set

17:30 – Sigma Beauty Spa Express Silicone Brush Cleaning Mat

19:55 – Pretty Connected Mask Chains

28:26 – NewBeauty TestTube Subscription Box

32:53 – Epielle Intensive Repairing Socks and Gloves

If you’ve ever scrolled through your news feed and felt anxious, or browsed Instagram and Facebook looking at pictures of people’s perfect lives – and felt WORSE – this is a podcast for you.

According to our guests, Dr. Lynda Ulrich, and her Harvard grad daughter, Liesl Ulrich-Verderber, you can reshape your worldview with five easy shifts that will allow you to thrive in these chaotic times:

• Finding the right ratio: Why keeping up with the news doesn’t need to mean feeling overwhelmed.
• Voting with your click: The power we have to vote with our mouse and remote to control the content making it to the top.
• Social without the media: How to use social media as a tool to build bridges and tear down walls while avoiding the prevalent toxic aspects of popular platforms
• The Mindset Makeover: Why society has conditioned us to focus on the negative aspects of the world over the positive ones, and how to give your state of mind a 180-degree makeover.
• The Conspiracy of Goodness: The surprising mood lift you’ll find from approaching situations with compassion, especially during difficult times, and how we can spread positivity in our communities and online.

We sit down with this amazing mother-daughter duo who founded the website, Ever Widening Circles, a global effort to change the negative dialogue about our times. Dr. Ulrich is also the author of the new book, Happiness is an Option: Thriving and Surviving in the Era of the Internet, which is about finding balance in today’s world.

Wishing you and your family the best for 202, and if you didn't get to listen to this episode featuring Beautyblender's Rea Ann, here it is again...

Killer Beautyblender?  Nah You're just using it wrong!

If you look in the toolkit of any professional makeup artist, YouTube beauty expert, or budding makeup enthusiast, you’re probably going to find a Beautyblender. It’s the hot-pink, egg-shaped sponge that transformed makeup application in an HD world. And, according to Beautyblender’s CEO, Rea Ann Silva, most of us are using it wrong.

We talk to the founder and creator of the world’s most popular makeup sponge about everything from how she came up with the egg-shaped sponge, to the proper way to use it. She even has a thing or two to say about those who claim that your Beautyblender can kill you. Learn how this beauty mogul and true boss babe manages the empire behind one of the best-selling beauty tools of all time.

Here’s a scary fact: Women suffer from depression, insomnia, PTSD and anxiety at about twice the rate of men.

In fact, in 2017 Jessica Mulligan, founder of Winged CBD, found herself in a dark place, “I hadn’t had a good night’s sleep in a long time and every day I was on the verge of crying at any given moment.” A friend recommended CBD and she began to feel the crippling effects of anxiety start to lessen. Her relief lead her to research CBD and how it affects the body, and what she discovered was that CBD is particularly helpful to women. That’s when the idea of Winged began to form – she wanted to share the relief she felt from CBD with other women and set out to design a product line specifically formulated for women. In June of 2019 Jessica launched Winged, the first wellness company with CBD products designed specifically for women.

We talk to Jessica about everything from what it was like to start a company – and have a baby – during Covid, to some fun uses for CBD tinctures (hello cookies). We even get a cute cameo from her little “Ginga Ninja.”

Anna De La Cruz is the go-to resource for all things skincare. She’s a master esthetician and Glo Skin Beauty’s Director of Product Development. We talk to this brilliant beauty about the skincare trends she predicts for 2021, which include

Your Skin But Better - Companies will create skincare-makeup hybrids that create a “no-makeup makeup” effect: natural, glossy, dewy skin textures, with light or barely-there textures, tints, and tones.

Bright Skin Is In - Skin lightening is a long outdated and damaging trend. For 2021, we are so ready to put that behind us - with the focus firmly on brightening, not lightening. Powered by plant-based ingredients such as alpha arbutin, vegan lactic acid, azelaic acid, and licorice root extract, for a supercharged, skin-positive approach to targeting dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tones. We briefly talk about the CARES Act that restricted OTC Hydroquinone that happened this year.

Texture Play - This can certainly be an influence and evolution of the glass skin look; consumers want radiant, hydrated, dewy skin coupled with (and this is where the evolution comes in) a slightly different experience with their products that is more enjoyable and fun. While creams and liquids may be familiar, water-gel, jelly, whipped and melting balms are textures that present a new feel to consumers; bouncy and lightweight, they offer the playful tactileness that is being sought after, while their very nature lends itself to delivering incredible hydration, resulting in a dewy, supple look to the skin- which is another win.

The End Of More - Less is more, multi-tasking heroes, the consumer wants hardworking products they can rely on, and a simple but results-driven, tailored routine. Think: treatment moisturizers with serum-strength actives, hydration + targeted ingredients for your biggest concerns like brightening, breakouts or aging.

Personalized Skincare - This is not new, but in 2021 it's more about refining the routine and product line-up that’s right for each individual. This will be done by zoning different serums/face masks/recipes to combine products.

Cleanical - Brands continue to define what clean means to them. Includes: free-from formulations, natural actives, and storytelling hero ingredients

Monolaurin is a chemical derived from lauric acid, which is a component of both coconut fat and breast milk.  It’s been used in cosmetics and as a food additive, but recently it’s making waves as a homeopathic remedy for preventing and treating colds, flu, herpes, shingles and urinary tract infections.

If you’ve been listening to our podcast you first heard about monolaurin when we interviewed Teju Owoye, who told us that she uses monolaurin to treat infections. We were certainly intrigued and decided to dig a little deeper into this supplement. In this episode we talk to Damon Sununtnasuk, the founder of Natural Cure Labs, about what monoluarin is, how it came to be discovered, and why you may want to consider adding this supplement to your overall wellness plan. As this is not yet regulated by the FDA, Damon provided some helpful links for you to do your own research.

• To search for your own studies: PubMed https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
• A collection of Monolaurin research and summaries: https://www.monolaurinandmore.com/
• Natural Cure website: https://www.naturalcurelabs.com/
• Teju Episode: https://youtu.be/OilEX6HcKTM?t=1666

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According to Christophe Robin, "The scalp is a key role in the hair’s health and beauty. But your scalp is sensitized by pollution, stress, and the build-up of chemical products every day. And to make matters worse, so much of haircare is confusing:

• Should we wash every day?
• What is the correct way to shampoo (chances are you have been doing it wrong your entire life)?
• How do I really detox my hair?

Our guest, Sarah Milton, is the director of education for Christophe Robin and has the answers on how we can safely remove build-up and impurities. Her tips will leave your scalp and hair strengthened, hydrated, and full of volume.

Dr. Dennis Gross is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon who has been in practice for 25 years. As the creator of award-winning Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare™ he has been on the forefront of scientific research into beauty innovations. Dr. Gross says he’s “approaching 20201 as the year of self-care” because over 50% of his practice is now coming in for body-treatments. In this episode we discuss:.

• The increase of patients coming in for body treatments
• How the skin on the body differs from the skin of the face, and how this impacts the way we treat it
• The best ways to create collagen, and those that don’t work at all!
• Different treatment options for body (professional and at-home) and how to combine treatments safely
• IPL, Ulthera and YAG lasers
• The best ingredients to look for when treating body skin; how does this differ from ingredients to use on the face
• Bakuchiol vs retinol for skin + benefits
• His latest Alpha Beta treatment for the body

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Our sense of smell is closely linked to our memory, perhaps more so than any of our other senses.  When an odor enters our nasal cavity, it goes straight to the olfactory bulb, which is directly connected to the amygdala and hippocampus. Two regions of the brain related to emotion and memory. This might explain why the smell of something can so immediately trigger a detailed memory or even intense emotion. In fact, “scent branding” is now a part of many hotels who pump a signature fragrance into the air.

So when it comes to branding yourself, a signature scent can be very important. But how can we elect the smell that defines us? We talk to luxury perfumer Ashlee Dozier of Anuket Luxury Apothecary, about how we can figure out what our scent taste is, and how we can find a perfume that smells good on us. Ashlee explains the four main categories of scent: Woody, Floral, Fresh, Oriental and talks about how our body chemistry can affect the way a scent smells. We also discuss unisex fragrances

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Meet the “her” behind Hims. Hilary Coles is the co-founder of Hims and Hers, two telemedicine platforms that are changing the way we do healthcare and wellness.

And she’s doing it so well that even J. Lo is putting her famous mane behind it.

We speak to Hilary about why consumers are increasingly interested in telehealth solutions in place of traditional, in-person medical services, and how Hims, Inc. is expanding. She also tells us her forecast for the future of telehealth and what it’s like to work with (and be in the same room with) Jennifer Lopez and A-Rod.

About Hims and Hers:

If you’re ever taken the NYC, you probably know about Hims. When the digital health platform launched in 2017, it entertained morning commuters with clever ads about being able to discreetly deliver medications for everything from hairless to erectile dysfunction.

Exactly one year later, after immense success with Hims, co-founders Hilary Coles and Andrew Dudlum launched Hers – a curated platform giving women access to the brand’s network of doctors who can provide guidance and medical-grade treatment for various conditions and daily needs including birth control, acne, hair loss, melasma, and emergency contraception. In January 2019, Hims, Inc. became the second-fastest startup to become a so-called “unicorn” second only to Bird.

The company currently connects patients across the U.S. to licensed medical professionals, enabling them to get access to high-quality care. They also discreetly ship OTC and Rx products to customers in all 50 states – and pride themselves on making access to medical care easier by embracing telehealth.

Grace Eleyae, a line of stylish silk and satin-lined products, was founded on the belief that you should never have to choose between hair care and style.

In 2014, founder Grace Eleyae took a trip to Kenya that changed her life. During a bumpy 8-hour car ride, all the hair on the back of her head broke off – the result of her chemically straightened hair and constant friction against the headrest.

Later that year, as a solution to her completely damaged, broken and dry chemically straightened hair, she developed the first prototype of the Slap, a satin-lined cap to help keep hair moisturized, protected and tangle-free. After seeing immediate changes in her hair, she passed it to friends and family. It was a hit. Soon after, Grace Eleyae began selling her products on Etsy and by September 2014, decided to fully launch Grace Eleyae, Inc.

One month after the launch, a YouTuber named the cap as a “must-have” in her nighttime routine. This led to more and more beauty bloggers giving the Slap rave reviews, which then brought the Slap into the mainstream world.

We sit down with Grace to talk about why we need to protect our hair, and how these silk and satin-lined wraps and caps do so. She also shares the incredible story of how she launched a business that has become one of Oprah’s Favorite Things.

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The best part of our jobs is getting to speak with the experts and visionaries in the beauty industry, especially when two powerhouse women join forces to create a new product line. We sit down with Nancy Pellegrino, a sought-after Nurse Practitioner and Courtney Baber, a globally-recognized beauty industry veteran, to talk about their new skincare line, THE ROUTE.

Formulated to highly rigorous “Medical-Grade” standards and tested on patients in Nurse Nancy’s Newport Beach practice, their comprehensive multi-tasking product range addresses not just one, but the MANY reasons our skin ages.  We talk to Nurse Nancy about her namesake blend "The Nurse Nancy Complex," discover the reasons behind the Insta-famous Party Peel (the gold color is important for reasons beyond a photo-op), and marvel at the secret behind the gorgeous skin of these women in their 50's.

From a career as a pastry chef in Florence, Italy, to co-founding a beauty company, Alison Ragusa has proven that following your passion will always bring success.

We sit down with the founder of Lab to Beauty - the first skincare brand to bring CBD into the luxury market - to talk about her journey in creating the line. She talks about how her early foray into the culinary arts led her to create a clean beauty line inspired by the farm-to-table movement, which puts plants first and makes clean eating a priority. We’ll also talk about one of the hero products on the line, and why size really does matter!

When it comes to the beauty industry, Lori Jacobus has done it all.  From Marketing to Product Development, she's held top positions and launched revolutionary products at companies such as Strivectin, Murad and Revitalash.

We sit down with the beauty industry veteran and she tells all – no question is off limits!  She reveals the actual products and brands that she uses to get results (hello stem-cells) and isn't afraid to share which ones you should probably skip. She also talks about her days in development and some of the new launches she can't wait for.

This is one of our most open and unleashed podcasts ever - you won't want to miss a word she has to say!

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders and affects 18.1% of the population in the US every year. This means that approximately 40 million adults aged 18 and older have one form of anxiety disorder. But anxiety can actually be a positive motivator.

We talk to Dr. Chloe Carmichael about how we can transform anxiety into a positive source of energy and focus that actually facilitates a more productive and fulfilling life. She provides us with practical techniques and exercises to help deal with the stress that comes from social media, or perfectionism. Some of the things we discuss are:

• What is Perfectionism from a psychologist's perspective, and how does it connect to beauty?
• Are there any benefits to perfectionism?
• What is Positive Psychology and its relevance to beauty and wellness?
• Can beauty routines, cosmetics, or any other form of self-care help us ease/overcome our anxiety?
• What is self-talk and why does it matter for us who are (happily) beauty obsessed?

She’s worked with Beyonce and created a line with Ru Paul.

And now the founder of Mally Beauty sits down to talk about everything from how she got started in her career as a celebrity makeup artist, to creating a cosmetic empire. If you’re looking for some inspiration, this true #positivitypreacher will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.

Algae has an exceptional ability to survive and thrive in the harshest environments on the planet. So when Algenist discovered that Alguronic Acid is responsible for regenerating and protecting algae, they patented this ingredient and built an entire company around it. The company is celebrating its tenth anniversary and customers are celebrating its unique guarantee to deliver visible results in 10 days!

We speak to Tammy Yaiser about the potential of algae, the clinical results of some of the best products from this vegan line, and the company's commitment to sustainability.

Ryan is back with advice on the best ways to fight frizz this summer!

1. Pick your brand! Do your research, grab a coffee and deep-dive your Instagram or Google search. Anti-frizz, silk protein, keratin complex or Brazilian blowout all use different technology to smooth. Talk to your trusted stylist about what is best for you.

2. If you want it to be safe or play in the shallow part of the pool, go Organic. Be Uber careful when going chemical-free. Blondes, highlights, and light brunettes can turn more brassy. Be prepared for your results to not last as long.

3. If you want to jump into the chemical pool, be consistent with the same stylist and same brand. Keratin Complex or Brazilian Blowout are my favs. If you become addicted and want a treatment more than 2x a year, My recommendation is to alternate an express version of the treatment. Usually a fraction of the price, time in the chair, and only lasting 4/6 weeks. These keep the frizzy hairs away but won’t over-process and break your hair.

4. If you color your hair always remember to add the service after color. Think of it as the ultimate topcoat. To maximize every color with SHINE, it should be your last step. If you highlight or go lighter soon after a treatment, your investment is going down the drain.

5. Ryan always recommends a budget-friendly option to my clients. Most people refresh color in early spring and the beginning of fall. After color, rebook for your anti-frizz treatment the first week of the following month. This will give your hair a rest in between chemical services. The added financial bonus – budget your beauty over a two-month billing cycle.

A good hair day is a GREAT everything else day, amirite? But with WFH and Zoom fatigue, sometimes the idea of a morning blowout is way too much to handle. So how can we look put together with minimal effort?

Meet Bellefixe, the cutest darn accessories that cost under $20. We fell in love with the luxe details and high-quality materials, and got the skinny from brand founder, Kate Hillebrand, on what the hottest trends are for 2021. She also gives some amazing tips on how to style them.

1. Headbands. Move over Blair Waldorf because there’s a new headband-wearer in town. From top-knots to giant braided styles, a headband is a great way to dress up your hair, and hide the fact that you may need a shampoo. Take suggests wearing this with a side-swept bang as opposed to the old-school all pushed back look of the '80s. To achieve this look style and part you hair as normal, and then place the headband on top as if it were a tiara.
2. Oversized Scrunchies . We can’t believe they’re back either, but the new wave incorporates luxe textiles like vegan leather. Wrap around a low-pony or a high bun.
3. Stacked Clips or Bobby Pins. This has become an insta-worthy look that you can replicate at home. To keep pins in place, Hillebrand recommends to hairspray the section of hair before you put the pin in to give it texture and help hold the pins in place.
4. Fancy Twist Pins. Add some flair to your chignon with twist pins that are embellished with pearls or gems.
5. Prints. Plaids, stripes and florals are hot for spring and summer, and a more neutral tie-dye will be replacing the big bright colors from last season.
6. Head Wraps. A great way to ass a chic south-of-France style to your hair.

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Jennifer Lopez, Khloe Kardasian and just about every A-List celebrity who’s ever done highlights, ombré or balayage trust their hair to one woman: Tracey Cunningham.

This celebrity colorist, Redken Ambassador and Olaplex Enthusiast can now also add author to her list of accomplishments.  We talk to the color guru about what it’s like to work on the most famous manes in the business, and take an in-depth look at the Olaplex line of products which she says is a must for everyone whether you color or not.

We also discuss her new book, True Colors, and she reveals how Bette Middler helped to launch her career.

If your skin is starting to droop - be it on the face, neck, or even body – you may be a candidate for PDO thread lifts. A PDO thread lift can subtly lift the skin to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and give the appearance of a more tightened and firm area.

We speak to Dr. Rahi, a board-certified internal medicine practitioner, and anti-aging expert, who uses MINT PDO threads in her practice and is a trainer for the brand. MINT PDO threads are made of suture material which is the same material that is used during surgery wound closure. Dr. Rahi likes these because they are,” completely absorbed by the body through hydrolysis, and cause minimal tissue reaction and tissue trauma.” She says that “MINT is also backed by more than 6 years of clinical studies for its efficacy and safety and is the first and only PDO suture in the US market to have received two FDA clearances.” Each thread has tiny barbs that are strategically placed and molded all around the thread. Once the threads are placed into the skin, the barbs anchor onto sagging skin, and the thread can be maneuvered to achieve a naturally youthful and defined look.

The minimally invasive procedure is growing in popularity because it does not require general anesthesia or large incisions for patients. Not only can it improve the appearance of sagging skin, but PDO can also help promote the stimulation of collagen and neovascularization, which helps to improve skin elasticity, texture, fine lines, and volume for a timeless rejuvenation. They are called the lunchtime facelift or non-surgical facelift and they can also be used anywhere on the body. Dr. Rahi even uses them for nonsurgical nose jobs, brow lifts, and breast lifts.

Are you looking for an at-home remedy to sleepless nights, loss of libido and even weight gain? These teeny beads might be the cure you're looking for.

Derived from Traditional Chinese Medicine, ear seeds are adhesive beads placed on specific acupressure points on the ear to address symptoms and areas of the physical and emotional body. Unlike acupuncture, no needles are involved and there is no piercing of the skin.

Ear seeds are a safe, non-invasive, healing modality that can easily be included in your self-care routine, and our guest Nikki Ostrower – an integrative nutritionist, wellness lifestyle expert, and the founder of NAO Wellness in New York City – has a beautiful at-home kit to make the process easy. We speak to her about the science behind these beautiful healing seeds and discuss how to place them correctly.

Sonya Dakar call’s herself the Skin Jedi, but we think she’s has a direct spring to the fountain of youth. Jennifer Lopez, Priyanka Chopra, Gwyneth Paltrow, Sofia Vergara, Jennifer Lawrence, and Madonna have all flocked to her to keep their faces fresh and glowing.

With over 30 years in business, Dakar has built a skincare empire and was one of the pioneers of using skin oils. By her side is her daughter and VP of the company, Mimi Dakar Berry. These women have collaborated on the family business for over twenty years. We sat down with the two powerhouses to discuss natural ways to exfoliate, treat discoloration, and their suggestions to deal with textured skin. She also shares the best beauty advice any mother could give to a daughter.

There’s a new teeth-straightening system that claims to fix most problems in less time, with less pain, and best of all - it’s completely hidden behind your teeth.

According to CEO and co-founder, John Pham, DDS, MS, InBrace is transforming not only how teeth are adjusted, but the entire patient experience. “What we’re trying to do at InBrace is something where you don’t have to look worse before you look better,” says Pham. With his behind-the-teeth system, patients can enjoy the benefits of straighter teeth starting on day one – unlike traditional braces, they don’t have to wait upwards of 1-2 years to have unsightly brackets removed.

After spending years looking at the available treatment options, the former aerospace engineer and current practicing orthodontist realized that the orthodontic industry needed a disruption. “You can’t just put a battery into a car and car it a Tesla, it has to be redesigned from the ground up,” and so his team created a system that utilizes a personalized Smartwire™ hidden behind your teeth to gently perfects your smile. We talk to Dr. Pham about this revolutionary new system and how it gently moves the teeth over time thanks to its friction-free patented Gentleforce technology.

Summer is in full swing, and by now you’ve probably swapped your heavy winter coats and boots – but what about your products?  Skincare products containing retinol are a favorite of ours during the colder months, but we tend to shelf them in the summer.   Retinol boosts cell turnover, eliminating dull skin cells and making way for healthy new ones. But left unprotected, these new skin cells can easily burn.  According to Marda Levy of DefenAge, there might be a safer alternative that delivers the same benefits – skin rejuvenation, boosting brightness, epidermal thickness and cell turnover– without any of the side effects or sensitivity.

Defensins are small messenger molecules that are released in our body when we have a wound and are responsible for starting the cascade of healing with new fresh skin. When used in skincare, they activate dormant stem cells to encourage a new epidermis to grow, leaving behind a “fresh” top layer of skin, improving fine lines, wrinkles, texture, sagging, pigment, and pore size.

We talk to Marda about the clinical results from using defensins with DefenAge, including improved small and large wrinkles, reduced pore size, and lightening discoloration.

Courtney Brooks is a laser specialist, self-proclaimed chemical-peel queen, and Dr. Dennis Gross’ right-hand woman. As Director of Aesthetics for his tony 5th avenue practice, her ability to customize in-office procedures and at-home skincare has made this goddess of glow a highly sought-after aesthetician among New York City’s most skin obsessed. We talk to Courtney about the best lasers and peels to get a flawless complexion - from treating discoloration to broken capillaries. She breaks down everything you need to know about IPL and V-beam, including when not to get them. She also shares some of her favorite at-home treatments to get glowing from head to toe.

When it comes to clean beauty, the waters are pretty murky.

Let’s start with the facts: there is no regulation, standardization or clear definition for what "clean beauty" actually means. Words like "green," "natural," "organic," and even “non-toxic" can be used at the discretion of a company. And while the clean beauty movement is gaining traction, and brands are becoming more transparent about their ingredients, how can we tell the difference between marketing buzz and science?  And are there some ingredients on the no-no list that make for a better product?

We sit down with Hallie Gould, Associate Editorial Director of Byrdie Magazine to get the scoop on all things clean beauty: what it is, how to identify it, and why you should consider using these products. She and Byrdie just launched their fifth annual Eco Beauty Award Winners honoring the best clean beauty brands that employ and emphasize non-toxic ingredients, innovation, and sustainability.

We’ll discuss some of her favorite award-winning products as well as her tips for finding the best clean skincare on a budget!

What do you get when you mix the crisp, clean fragrance of a Mediterranean vacation with the French flair of Diptyque? A summer escape in a bottle.

Diptyque has created a limited seasonal collection of perfumes and candles that will whisk you away to the Mediterranean, and some of the most iconic destinations in the world - from Santorini to Ibiza, and beyond. With scents like Barbary fig, notes of bergamot, iris and jasmine, or an elevated Citronella, these new launches are sure to take your mind off of any worries for a while.

We speak to the Director of Marketing, Eduardo Valadez, about the history of this luxury fragrance house, his favorites from the line, how they created these scents and why you should be stocking up on them this summer.

Alicia Grande is a self-made millionaire who built a cosmetics empire from the ground up with $25,000. How? By sticking to what she knew best: beauty products that get results. In 2008, she launched Grande Lash MD, a lash-enhancing conditioner, and it was so successful that it inspired her to create an entire line. Since then, Grande Cosmetics has been paving the way for results-driven serums and double-duty skincare-infused cosmetics.

We sit down with Alicia to talk about how she took a chance on herself and changed the world for women everywhere. From her humble beginnings in her kitchen to sealing a deal with Sephora, she shares her secrets to success, as well as the mistakes she made along the way.

“It may sound like science fiction but it’s a fact: We’re going to die but we don’t need to age.”

That’s according to Jan Marini, a recognized leader and innovator in the field of Skin Care Research. She’s spent her career doing extensive product research and speaks with the world’s most renowned scientists in the field of anti-aging. And while the prevailing view of aging is that it’s the norm, she says “aging is an inflammatory disease, we’re kind of all rusting to death,” but that we don’t have to.

We talk to her about the science behind aging and new medications being tested that could possibly reverse aging altogether. She also shares her theory on why intermittent fasting is key to slowing the gaining process.

She also gives us a peek into her product closet (that rivals the famous one at Vogue), and why she thinks there is absolutely no replacement for retinol. We’ll also dig into her Skin Care Management Line which is the most-award winning in NewBeauty Magazine’s history and is used by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Cher.

There’s one thing that doctors, beauty editors, and industry experts agree on:  Vitamin C is a must in your skincare routine.  The potent antioxidant visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles, brightens skin tone, and smooths texture, all while fighting free radicals.  And when BeautyStat entered the market with a ground breaking Vitamin C product, the awards started pouring in.

Why?  Vitamin C is notoriously unstable and once it turns brown, sorry to say, it’s not working the way we want it to.  But Ron Robinson knew there must be a better way to deliver this essential skincare ingredient.

After spending over 15 years in the beauty biz as a cosmetic chemist developing products for brands like Clinique, Estee Lauder, Revlon, Avon and L’Oreal, he discovered a way to encapsulate and stabilize a 20% Vitamin C, and BeautyStat was born.  Since then #BeautyStat has garnered over 5 million posts and won humerus awards from publications like NewBeauty and Orpah, and is being carried by high-end retailers including Saks, Neiman Marcus and Blue Mercury.

We sit down with Ron to discuss the power of Vitamin C and why we need it in our routines, and he also shares some inside tips on the newest ingredients you’ll want to know about (Squalane!)

“The one area I almost never do in myself and in my patients is the forehead.” That’s according to Dr. Doris Day, a New York City board-certified dermatologist specializing in cosmetic and surgical dermatology.

Did you just do a double-take because I know I did?!?

But according to this esteemed NewBeauty Top Doctor, the forehead muscle is the strongest and best lifting muscle in the brow and Dr. Day says, “the more you relax this muscle over time, the more the brow and the forehead will drop., and the older you are going to look and the faster you are going to age.”  

Beauty products are becoming increasingly more scientific in the way they address aging, and an elite squad of luxury brands has tapped into the power of growth factors for skin rejuvenation.

RéVive’s founder, Dr. Gregory Bays Brown, was the pioneer of this technology, which merges science and luxury with a solution that promotes collagen and elastin growth at the cellular level. While working with burn victims, Dr. Brown had the groundbreaking idea to apply Nobel Prize-winning epidermal growth factors (EGF) to help damaged skin heal more quickly—and it worked. He later incorporated a bio-identical version of EGF and IGF into skincare and found that it dramatically reduced signs of aging and increased skin renewal.

We talk to RéVive’s CEO, Elana Drell-Szyfer, about the benefits of using growth factors in skincare, why growth factors have sparked controversy, and the best products to help you “get the glow.”

When Carolyn Aronson set out to simplify our haircare routines, she traded her scissors for bottles – and built an empire.  Her best-selling Miracle Leave-In Spray sells over 14 million bottles a year, and the Be a 10 haircare line has grown to address curly hair, limp hair, and of course, this Florida native has a line for frizz-free hair that includes a spray that will literally waterproof your hair.

So what do you do when you’ve conquered the world of hair?  If you’re Aronson you launch a beauty line. “Be a 10 It’s a multi-functional easy to use makeup line that has built-in applicators so you don’t need YouTube tutorials or a million brushes to create those instant be a ten looks.” For Aronson, it’s about discovering confidence in ourselves, head to toe. She’s also proud of her Puerto Rican heritage and she has made sure that the line is all-inclusive and offers shades in every color, for everyone.

We talk to her about her favorites from the new line, new technology trends in beauty, and her secrets to getting the glow (hint hint - it’s all about the nose!)

Burn fat, build muscle without the gym? Sounds too good to be true, but that’s why doctors – and their patients – are buzzing about the latest evolution of non-invasive body contouring devices, the EMSCULPT NEO.  However, one dermatologist says there are some added benefits as well.

Built off the legacy of its predecessor, EMSCULPT (which tones muscle only) the EMSCULPT NEO targets the trifecta of body contouring: skin, muscle and fat - and has the celebrity following to prove it.

According to parent company BTL, it can deliver the results of doing 20,000 crunches in 30 minutes, using a combination of high-intensity focused electromagnetic energy (HIFEM) to contract and tone the muscles and radio frequency (RF) to melt fat.

We talk to Dr. Kathleen Behr, a board-certified dermatologic surgeon who says this is a popular device in her Fresno practice, not only for body sculpting, but for treating back pain as well. We talk to her about the areas that she’s seeing the best results in, and how she’s combining these therapies to deliver the best results.

That afternoon sugary snack is doing harm to more than your waistline – it’s also aging you.

According to Jennifer Hanway, a board-certified holistic nutritionist and wellness expert, “It may sound like a simple premise, but we literally are what we eat.” And sugar is enemy number one. But there are some surprising things we can eat and feel good about (hello dark chocolate!) and her nutritional expertise has gained her a celebrity clientele that includes Megan Thee Stallion, members of The Royal Family and the cast of Game of Thrones.

She shares the exact foods we should include for glowing, youthful skin, what we should avoid to prevent accelerated aging of the skin, and the best supplements for a clear complexion and long, strong healthy hair and nails.

Getting ready for the holiday weekend? Ditch the overstuffed makeup bags and travel like a boss with these clean beauty essentials from Wander Beauty.

Created by supermodel Lindsay Ellingson and serial entrepreneur Divya Gignani, each multitasking product in the collection is designed to “work as hard as you do” in a mess-free and stress-free way.

We talk to Divya about the products she always takes to stay gorgeous on the go.

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This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

The United States sets the tone for some of fashion’s greatest achievements – but lingerie sizing is not one of them.

Many people simply don’t know how to properly fit themselves, and on top of that, many of the larger US companies limit sizing options.

But Cosabella is a lingerie company that’s all about confidence. They’ve been innovating in the intimates space for over 40 years – they were the first to introduce lingerie in a range of both colors and sizes – and now, they’re exploring lingerie for men.

We talk to Co-CEO, Silvia Campello, about the ways that her 40-year-old family business (started by her mother) is revamping the lingerie game – from inclusive sizes to luxury lace that is actually comfortable, and their latest launch, swim. But we got super excited when she told us their next launch is going to be a line for men. Finally, and thank you!

If you overindulged this summer and need a total-body reset, it’s time to check out P. Volve.

This functional workout focuses on dynamic joint movement using resistance-based equipment to activate and strengthen each and every muscle, without pain or high-impact routines.

Best of all, if you’re not in New York, Chicago or Los Angeles, you can still access the entire collection on-demand. WE put the 30-ay evolution to the test and felt stronger, sculpted and more limber - without any discomfort or pain.

You may want to reconsider that long run you’re about to take – because too much cardio can actually age your skin! That’s right…so before you head out for a run listen to this podcast.

Friend of the show, Jennifer Hanway, is a board-certified holistic nutritionist and wellness expert and has advanced tips for eating and exercising your way to younger-looking skin. 

She gives us the exact exercises you should be doing as well as what not to do, her favorite boutique classes, and has some other practical tips on how we can get the glow. She’ll also share the supplements she likes - all are NOT created equal.

If you haven’t heard her previous podcast make sure to check that out too.

These ain’t your mama’s falsies! MoxieLash is revolutionizing false lash technology and their magnetic and nano-grip lashes have eliminated the messy glue we all grew up with. 

We talk to MoxieLash and Lashies founder, Val Yakovchik, about the latest in lash innovation. We discuss the trick to applying magnetic lashes, which type of fake lash one oculoplastic surgeon prefers and the dangers of gluing fake lashes to your own lashes, the newest in lash material (hello vegan!) and bonding, and how a guy conquered the lash game!

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MoxieLash - Baby Lash

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This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

Nothing get’s us more excited than a good Hollywood tell-all…and our episode this week is all that and more!

Cosmetic chemist and “certified nose,” Vince Spinnato, has formulated and developed hundreds of beauty products for megastars like Michael Jordan, Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Simpson, Lindsay Lohan, Gwen Stefani, and more. Spinnato shares the inner workings of the multi-billion-dollar beauty industry with and some of his life’s most bizarre situations – including how he crashed Jimmy Stewarts' funeral and the disastrous lunch where he spilled red wine and pasta sauce all over Lauren Bacall’s white suit. 

This episode is a mix of business advice (he’s made over a billion dollars for his clients), the inner working of the beauty industry and Hollywood expose! 

You know when you meet someone and you have instant chemistry, and then they also turn out to know a lot about the things that interest you? Well, that describes my first meeting with Joseph Panetta in a nutshell. He’s worked in the beauty industry in everything from marketing, to PR to development – and this beauty maven in sharing his expertise with all of us! In this brilliant episode you’ll learn:

• The body size that men find most attractive
• The history of beauty ingredients – then and now
• The future of beauty using Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• The evolution of inclusive beauty and the beauty standard
• What it was like to work with Elizabeth Taylor
• How he created his own line, Molequle Skincare

Learn why balanced skin is the key to radiance and glow.

The changing of the seasons can wreak havoc on our skin, but we can take simple steps to transition our skincare. We speak with board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Marianna Blyumin Karasik, about her 4’R’s of transitional Skin Care: Renew, Reset, Restore, and Resilience. You’ll learn:

• How the seasonal changes affect our skin
• Why balanced skin is the key to radiance and glow.
• Powerful ingredients to help our skin balance itself during the changing of the seasons – from bakuchiol to melatonin – which is not just for sleeping!
• Adaptogens: what they are and how they help our skin
• Why Hypochlorous Acid is her “magic in a bottle”
• She also shares her favorite products to survive the changing of the seasons – in all price ranges!

Shop the show:

Glytone Enhance Brightening Cleansing Powder

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SkinMedica Retinol 0.25 Complex

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Skin Better AlphaRet

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SKINCEUTICALS Micro Exfoliating Scrub

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Stamina Cosmetics Blemish Remedy MMP

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Dr. Dennis Gross B³Adaptive SuperFoods Stress Rescue Super Serum

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Stamina Cosmetics Mascara Calming Mist

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Vanicream Facial Moisturizer With Hyaluronic Acid For Sensitive Skin

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SkinMedica HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator

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La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5

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Have you ever wished you could directly be involved with the creation of a skincare line? That’s what influencer-turned-skincare-founder Teni Panosian has done with her luxury line, Monday Born. 

The content creator and beauty maven started a Youtube channel in 2012, and now has over half a million followers on Instagram where she covers a broad range of topics from beauty to fashion to lifestyle. While she knew she would eventually start a skincare line, she wanted something that would directly impact her audience, and that was dependent on their feedback. And so, with the help of beauty incubator Beaubble, Monday Born was launched.

Beaubble collaborates with Teni to launch online campaigns, crowdsource feedback from her community, then open a direct-to-consumer pre-order drop to purchase the product. Through Beaubble’s unique campaign process, Teni can ask consumers which products they wish to buy before a product even goes to market. Monday Born products are then developed in about 4 to 7 weeks through the “MB Experience,” where Teni’s own community provides feedback on lab samples and packaging to refine the final product before the drop opens for pre-order. This business model, in which only a limited quantity of products are available to be claimed, eliminates waste and ensures that consumers are receiving the freshest possible product.

We talk to Teni about how her love of art led to a career in beauty, what it was like to launch a line during the height of the pandemic, and why she feels that "skinimalism" is the next big thing. She also gives us a preview of her next launches!

"Hair is a fabric. Once the hair is damaged, there is no quick fix.” That’s according to Bridgette Hill, a certified trichologist, stylist, and inventive colorist. 

Affectionately known as "The Scalp Therapist," she offered from her philosophy that the scalp is the root connection between internal health and external beauty led her to create the world’s first digital platform for virtual scalp consultations, the Root Cause Scalp Analysis. Through in-depth consultations, this platform allows users to understand their own underlying factors – from genetics, illness, diet and nutrition, stress, and hormonal fluctuations to medications like antibiotics, anti-clotting drugs, cholesterol-lowering drugs, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and hormone replacement therapies – all of which can contribute to hair loss and scalp abnormalities including

receding hairlines and scabs on the scalp.

We sit down with Hill to talk about this innovative new resource, as well as to hear what we can be doing at-home to strengthen our relationship with our scalp and hair.

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Liposomal Vitamin D3 

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Viviscal Pro

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HairMax Hair Growth Laser Band LaserBand

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Beauty gummies have been popping up for everything from vitamin C to Melatonin, but Imaraïs Beauty is taking the supplement world by storm and has introduced the first vegan-friendly plant-based and sugar-free skincare gummies to market. These supplements utilize plant-based micronutrients with an advanced delivery system to brighten, firm and restore skin balance at the cellular level.

Our guest and co-founder, Felicia Hershenhorn, saw the need for a vegan-friendly supplement after her own lifestyle shift – losing 80 pounds and clearing her acne by going plant-based – led her to the difficult decision to move on from law to pursue her passion in skincare.

When IMARAÏS Beauty was ready to launch, she knew they needed a strong ambassador to help spread the message, and so she met turned to social media star Sommer Ray.

We talk to the lawyer-turned-beauty-entrepreneur about why she decided to get into the beauty supplement game, what it’s like to partner with an influencer, and how these supplements bridge the gap between functional wellness and beauty.

Traditional teeth whitening isn’t a great experience. It’s painful, causes sensitivity, takes time and can even be harmful to your teeth. But Hismile cofounders Nik Mirkovic & Alex Tomic knew there had to be a better way. After speaking with dental experts and researching traditional methods of whitening, they discovered that the main culprit behind whitening complaints was peroxide.

So they set out to create an at-home tooth-whitening treatment that would be just as effective as peroxide – without the nasty side effects. We sit down with the two Aussie entrepreneurs to talk about their revolutionary teeth whitening system and the over 3 million global fans they’ve gained along the way. Well also hear about their latest innovations, and what’s next for these two industry disruptors.

Top nutritionist Jennifer Hanway says you can enjoy your favorite holiday treats without derailing your healthy diet⁠. She shares actionable advice on:

• Pre- and post-game techniques to balance your blood glucose and prevent a sugar binge⁠
• What to do on the day of a holiday meal for diet damage limitation ⁠
• The top supplements to keep your body functioning at peak performance (and which to take to avoid a hangover)
• Healthy food swaps and choices, and her favorite low-sugar booze!

Kerry Benjamin, an esthetician and found of Stacked Skincare, on:

• What “stacking“ is and why it is especially helpful for problematic skin
• The benefits of dermaplaning and what you need to know before you try this in-office or at-home
• Amber’s favorite beauty tool is (and it costs less than $25 a week!)

Eric Neher, the Chief Marketing Officer at Canopy, on:

• Why your traditional skincare routine isn’t enough to treat dry skin.

• The unexpected benefits of humidifiers (they are more than just skin deep!)

• How to unlock the full potential of your beauty and wellness routine at home, and how Canopy is changing the game in both humidifiers and aroma diffusers. 

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Humidifier

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Dr. Gretchen Frieling on:

• How to find a reputable injector (and what you need to be wary of on social media).

• The brand of filler she avoids in lips and why you should demand a reversible filler.

• How to get a hydrated lip look vs a lifted and voluminous look.

• The best (and worst) times to schedule your filler injection appointment and what to avoid beforehand.

• The difference between a lip lift and a lip flip.

Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Jennifer Hanway, has helped transform the bodies of celebrities, and even worked with certain members of the Royal Family! She is here with a series of hacks for actually keeping your resolutions in 2022⁠:

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Dr. Jennifer Jablow, the founder of intelliWHiTE and the renowned celebrity dentist behind Ashley Graham’s gorgeous smile, knows firsthand that a whiter smile can transform more than our smiles. We talk to her about:

“If you want to make a change, you have to be willing to change.” Frank advice is hard to hear, but that’s why we love Casey Cohen. And that’s why her "Be The Change" program is so successful. We talk to the NASM Certified Personal Trainer & G.E.A.R Certified Indoor Cycling instructor, about how we can actually stay accountable to our fitness goals in 2022.

• How she went from not knowing how to clip-in to six spin classes a day!
• Key aspects of her “Be the Change” mindset and fitness plan.
• How to avoid expiration dating in our goals. 
• The dangers of working out with an instructor who isn’t certified and how to find one who is.

Can bananas make your skin glow? Science says “yes,” and this chic French brand is transforming the entire banana tree into skincare super-ingredients!

According to KADALYS founder, Shirley Billot, banana bio-actives are sustainable and organic natural antioxidants that are clinically proven to help skin look more youthful. Known in traditional Caribbean medicine for their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, bananas offer amazing benefits for luminous skin. We talk to the “banana hacker” about:

• The benefits of bananas – they are a natural alternative to retinol and contain more antioxidant power than argan oil and grapeseed oil.
• Turning waste into beauty – how they upcycle banana agri-waste extracted from the skin and pulp of green, yellow, and pink bananas into patented and clinically proven bio-actives that rejuvenate skin.
• Her ethical and fair-trade business model – KADALYS is a Black and female-founded company and all planters are also shareholders.

Having great skin is about more than just great skin care products. If your diet isn’t right, if you’re not moving your body enough, even if your mental health is not in great shape, then that’s all likely going to show up on your skin. But sexual wellness might be a free (and fun) contributor to getting your glow on – so why aren’t more skincare brands pushing this agenda? 

Studies have shown that sexual encounters (with a partner or on our own) have long-term skin benefits beyond causing that immediate glow. Self-pleasure can lead to a release of oxytocin, which lowers cortisol levels, leads to better sleep, and helps the skin repair itself. 

We speak to Erika Schwass, Science and Wellness Manager for clean-beauty brand Consonant Wellness, about:

• The science behind how our sexual release can improve our skin health by releasing estrogen, oxytocin, and other skin-enhancing hormones.
• How we can overcome the stigma of self-pleasure.
• Surprising facts: The anatomy of the female clitoris wasn’t fully discovered until the 2000s.
• Consonant skincare’s new “Come and Glow” kit. 

Oxygenetix foundation is THE ONLY foundation I’ve used for over a decade – it breathes, protects, and heals your skin as you wear it. And so it’s no surprise that it’s taken Hollywood by storm – Cillian Murphy will be wearing it the cover of the next Rolling Stone. Hear about the science behind this patented formula from Sophia Knapp, Manager of Product Development for Oxygenetix. In this episode:

• Ceravitae: the foundation's patented ingredient superstar. Hear how it was discovered and how it works to promote oxygen uptake at a cellular level to help skin cells regenerate
• Acne formulation - worn by celebrities like Kourtney Kardashian, hear how this version works to keep breakouts at bay
• Why the top plastic surgeons and dermatologists in the US all stock this full-coverage cosmeceutical in their offices. It’s perfect for post-procedure healing – hear how Amber used this to cove a mishap with an in-office treatment mishap!  
• Their latest lunch into concealer
• Color and shade matching tips and more!

We’ve come a long way from putting toothpaste on our pimples – but there are some amazing natural remedies for acne that you probably aren’t aware of. We speak to Amber Rose Johnson, founder of the Facial Lounge, about how her own struggles with acne as a teen, led her down a path of seeking out natural cures for acne

• How to identify cystic or hormonal acne and then navigate your treatment options
• The first thing you should apply to a pimple
• Supplements that help alleviate and prevent acne
• Essential oils that help with scarring
• How to comb maskne
• Surprising reasons that your favorite products might now be causing acne
• The power behind positive self-affirmations and mantras

Considering some facial “tweekments”? You’re not alone. 

According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), 2021 saw a huge increase in demand for facial plastic surgery and aesthetic procedures as in-person events and face-to-face socialization has resumed. We speak to president AAFPRS President Corey S. Maas, MD, about:

• The most popular treatments being done
• The reasons for the surgical surge
• Social Media motivators
• Lip lifts, lasers and why these are gaining traction over injectables
• The closing of the gender gap s more men seek out treatments 

To see the full release from the AAFPRS, go to: artbeautypodcast.com

Getting healthier is hard. Here are three tips for making adopting healthy habits easier from certified personal trainer and health coach, Tatiana Boncompagni.

1. Know that the beginning is the hardest and prepare for it. Use meal plans (from books or apps), trainers, and meal delivery services) to provide the structure and accountability you may need to get through the early days. 
2. Avoid decision fatigue. The more you take away the chance to stray from your diet, the more likely you are to stick to the plan.
3. Don't be afraid to say "no" to situations that might make sticking to your eating plan hard. When you say "no," you are really saying YES to yourself and reinforcing that you matter. (You do!!)

Most importantly stay inspired. Surround yourself with others who have accomplished what you want to; their success tells you it is possible and that "if they can do it, so can you!"

Did you know that switching to a Mediterranean Diet -- ranked #1 diet by US News and World Report for 5 years running -- can boost your lifespan up to 13 years, according to a recent report published by PLoS Medicine, a peer-reviewed medical journal.

The study showed that men could increase their longevity by 13 years and women by 10 years if they switched to a diet that is high in vegetables, legumes and fish and poultry and low in processed and high-sugar foods. The best part? Researchers found that diet improvements even in mid-life or later have a positive impact on longevity.

In other words, it's never too late to switch up your habits.

Don't forget, you can order Eat Sunny to support you so you can crush all your goals in and out of the kitchen in 2022!

Chronological age, environmental factors, and a busy lifestyle contribute to the loss of energy in your skin, causing signs of aging to begin to emerge. But according to the experts at Natura Bissé, we can promote the stimulation of cellular energy and skin regeneration, to help our skin both protect itself during the day, and repair itself at night.

We talk to Cynthia Aguilar, International Esthetician for Natura Bissé, about: 

• Ageless Beauty: how to embrace yourself and your beauty as you age.
• Serum 101: how to use, what to layer, the difference between creams and serums, and why you need a moisturizer after!
• The technology behind the Smart Energy Complex complements the skin's natural cycles of rebalancing during the day and replenishing at night for extraordinary cosmetic effects. Chronoskin, aimed at the chrono-regulation of biological rhythms (protective effect during the day and repairing effect at night); Artemia Salina, an energy source that acts as a catalyst and Peony Root Extract for cell self-recycling (autophagy), which allows the skin to begin to promote regeneration organically.

About the brand:

Natura Bissé is one of the leading spa brand’s in the world and known for its innovative products that offer beautiful results in record time. ⁣These products are used by celebrity makeup artists on stars like Reese Witherspoon, Cara Delevingne, Mandy Moore, and Anne Hathaway. And all of those women have one thing in common – stunning skin. 

Deodorant is a part of our daily beauty routine, but with the shift in interests towards clean and natural products, many have found that the existing products are difficult to apply and simply don’t work.

Cleo+Coco has set out to create an elevated line of personal care products – from zero-waste cleansing bars to dry shampoos and body powders, and of course deodorant. We speak to founder Susannah Raff about:

• The dangers of benzene and the recent safety recall of specific deodorant recalls linked to illness (see more at artbeautyodcast.com)
• How to break the cycle of dependency on traditional antiperspirants
• The importance of embracing a purposeful approach to personal care
• How we can embrace sustainability without sacrificing pleasure and effectiveness

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Cleo+Coco Deodorant

Cleo+Coco Dry Shampoo Body Powder for Women

Cleo+Coco Cleanse Bar, Vitamin C Body Cleansing Soap Bar, Zero Waste Packaging

This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

If you’re getting bored with your current exercise routine, or perhaps looking to start one completely, The Recharge Method might be the perfect combination of fitness and fun that you need. We speak to Rachel McClusky, founder of Recharge Method and Recharge Wellness about:

• Movement and her approach to making it something we look forward to
• The importance of moving mediation
• Her fitness journey and how she came to create an inclusive and positive space for women (and men, too!)  

You can take a free class by signing up at rechargewellnessco.com.

You may be looking to kick-start your spring diet with a detox. But before you head to the nearest juice bar, listen up! Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Jennifer Hanway, breaks down the science of detox diets – she’ll tell you what works and what to absolutely avoid. We talk to her about:

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• Supplements: why she prefers liposomal vitamins over traditional powers and tablets and the correct way to take them
• The dangers of the “Instagram detox” diets (and the brands that are pushing products that might not be effective or safe!)
• How o properly detox the body (and when it’s okay to do a juice cleanse)
• Specific foods to help you detox the liver
• Foods that detox the lymphatic system
• How to flush sugar from the body in the right way
• The best foods to eat to up regulate detoxification

As a special offer to our listeners, you can ask her your questions directly by sending her a DM on Instagram @jenniferhanway.

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Lypo–Spheric Vitamin C 

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Lypo–Spheric Glutathione

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Lypo-Spheric B Complex Plus

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Lypo–Spheric R–Alpha Lipoic Acid

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Ashwagandha

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This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

Toxic Cotton? Why It’s time to Swap Your Makeup Removers

In honor of Earth Day, we decided to celebrate a brand that is doing its part to reduce waste, and also helping us avoid using unnecessary toxins in our skincare. According to Take My Face Off, ”Cotton is the most pesticide-doused crop on the planet. And the pesticides used on cotton are some of the most toxic and long-lasting ones used in agriculture. People think that cotton is a "safe" choice because it's natural, but cotton production is kind of scary. Many cheap cotton balls, rounds, and pads have harmful pesticide residues on them, and they’re the kind of toxins that can get into your body through your skin. While you can wash your T-shirts and jeans before use, there’s nothing you can do about toxic cotton balls.” We speak to the brand founder about:

• Advice for how we can be better consumers and reduce our carbon footprints
• Recycling facts and fiction, and when plastic might be a better option!
• The environmental harm caused by wipes and cotton farming
• The science behind her fabrics and why they function better than any available cleansing aid

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The Mitty Mini Blackout Ultra-Gentle Eye Makeup Remover Pad

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The Mitty Ex Gentle Exfoliating Cloth in Linen/Plush with Detailer Tip for Polishing Flaky Skin

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Vlada's Mitty Pout Reusable Ultra Soft Lipstick Removal Cloth with Keepsake Artwork Package

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This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

Abut the brand:

Amanda McIntosh is the Founder and CEO of Take My Face Off, a Los Angeles-based brand that creates reusable, super soft makeup removing Makeup Mittys and Mitty Minis that are much better for the environment than single-use products like makeup wipes and cotton balls. She became interested in beauty after searching for soft washcloths for her own skincare routine. As she spent more time researching the beauty industry, McIntosh was dismayed to learn of the environmental costs of facial wipes and cheap cotton balls. Her idea of upgrading washcloths turned into something bigger. TMFO is on the forefront of combating the beauty waste issue with gentle and effective beauty tools. Plus, they take off every trace of makeup, are way cuter than a gross old washcloth, and can even be used on eyelash extensions! Their newest launch is the Mitty Ex, the first-of-its-kind dual-sided reusable makeup remover that both cleanses and exfoliates the skin. In addition, there’s the Mitty Max, the largest Mitty yet that's meant for both face AND body. TMFO also collaborated with world-famous lip artist, Vlada, to create Vlada's Mitty Pout, a reusable lip cleansing tool that removes even the most stubborn lip color with ease. 

Pollution can damage your hair – it's not only color and heat to blame. But Olaplex's newest launch, N°.9 Nourishing Hair Serum, is a literal shield for your hair and is scientifically proven to protect hair from pollution for 48 hours.

We speak to Danielle Frank, National trainer for Olaplex and host of their podcast, Beauty Uncovered, about:

• Free radical damage and how oxidation breaks down the protein in the hair structure.
• The benefits of Red Algae: Hair doesn’t absorb most antioxidants the way skin does. Red Algae Extract bonds to hair like an invisible damage shield, smoothes hair cuticles to seal out harmful particles and neutralizes free radicals before they cause static, tangles, and breakage
• Olaplex product breakdown: Which number is best for each hair type, and the correct way to layer them

Shop the Show:

No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum

No. 0 Intensive Bond Building Hair Treatment

No. 3 Repairing Treatment

No. 6 Bond Smoother

No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask

This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

If you’re looking for an at-home reparative skin treatment Glo Skin Beauty has created four pro-level at-home peel kits to help improve your skin’s tone, texture and brightness. Bringing the treatment room to your bathroom, these full-service kits include all the products and tools to perform a complete at-home peel, for a more targeted approach to exfoliation, smoothing, detoxifying, resurfacing, brightening and clarifying skin. We talk to Anna De La Cruz, Master Esthetician and Head of Product Development at Glo Skin Beauty, about:

• Effective not scary! We discuss how these new balanced peels provide effective results without harsh side effects.
• The life-cycle of a breakout
• Skin changes during menopause
• Ingredient Education: AHAs, BHAs, Retinol and Vitamin C, Mandelic Acid, and Salicylic Acid
• A review of the 4 peel kits: Retinol+C Smoothing Peel, GlyPro AHA Resurfacing Peel Hydra-Bright AHA Glow Peel, Beta-Clarity AHA Clarifying Peel
• How to use a peel and how often

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Beta-Clarity AHA Clarifying Peel

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Retinol + C Smoothing Peel in a Box

https://www.gloskinbeauty.com/retinol-c-smoothing-peel-in-a-box

GlyPro AHA Resurfacing Peel

https://www.gloskinbeauty.com/glypro-aha-resurfacing-peel

Hydra-Bright AHA Glow Peel

https://www.gloskinbeauty.com/hydra-bright-aha-glow-peel

Collagen is an essential component of strong, healthy, and youthful-looking skin. But with the recent flood of supplements on the market, do you need a collagen supplement? We sit down with Dr. Caroline Chang to answer these questions – and her answers will definitely surprise you!

• What is Collagen and why do we need it?
• Can you restore your body's own collagen?
• What are some in-office treatments (lasers, etc.) to help build collagen?
• Are collagen supplements broken down like any other protein?
• Is hydrolyzed collagen better than other forms?
• Collagen Creams – do they work?
• How long do collagen supplements take to show results?
• When do we need to start taking collagen?
• Are there benefits to supplementing with oral hyaluronic acid?

It’s time to peel back the curtain and reveal the dirty little secrets of the hair care and beauty industry! Diana Wilson, founder and Chief Creative Officer of Saints & Sinners Haircare, spills the devilish details about:

• Hero Ingredients: Does what is billed on the front of the product really mean anything
• Contract Manufacturers: How most haircare companies come to be
• Women-owned Brands: How are they helping and how are they hurting
• The Spin on Silicone: The good, the bad, the ugly
• Temperature Claims: How hot is too hot and what it means to hair integrity
• Friction: The most overlooked factor in hair health

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Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Hydrating Hair Masque Deep Conditioner

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Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Hair Styling Potion

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Saints & Sinners Illuminati Divine Shine Hair Serum

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Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Moisture Shampoo for Dry, Damaged & Colored Treated Hair

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This podcast is not sponsored. All opinions are always 100% honest and my own. Links are affiliate links. If you click a link and buy something, I may receive a commission for the sale. It doesn't cost you anything extra and you are free to use the link or not as you choose. If you do use my links, I appreciate your support.

Looking for a scent that sets you apart? You may want to abandon the idea of one “signature” fragrance and instead builds a fragrance wardrobe that gets you noticed!  We talk to Marisa Auciello, fragrance expert and VP of Sales at Europerfumes, about:

* The essential questions to ask to help find your next fragrance.

* The evolving taste/trends in consumer behavior within the fragrance market.

* Is your “Scent Space” personal, expressive, or bold? Brands are offering opportunities to choose a fragrance with different strengths!

* Perfume Shopping 101: how to buy online, what to look for, and how to sample.

* Hair fragrances: which are for your strands.

* Notable brands: Who is disrupting the industry and what do they have to offer.

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If you’re looking to kickstart your summer skincare routine, you can transform your skin with power-packed beauty ampoules. We speak to Benjamin Simpson, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Babor Beauty Group, about ampoules and dive into the following:

• What are they? Developed to deliver potent, active ingredients to the skin, ampoules offer highly concentrated, high-tech, and high-dose active ingredients to deliver results in a matter of seconds.
• How to incorporate these into your skincare routine.
• Specific formulations and who they are best for: Hyaluronic acid, Retinol, Vitamin C, Ceramides, Peptides, and Beta Glucan.

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BABOR Power Serum Ampoules - Hyaluronic Acid

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BABOR Power Serum Ampoules - Retinol Serum

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BABOR Power Serum Ampoule - Peptides

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BABOR Power Serum Ampoule - Ceramide

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BABOR Power Serum Ampoules - Vitamin C

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About the company:

BABOR is the pioneer and world leader in beauty ampoules, making over 50 million ampoules last year. BABOR relies on more than 60 years of skincare expertise made in Germany: all research, development and production activities take place exclusively at the company headquarters in Aachen. Therefore, every product from the idea to the finished jar represents a promise of quality and stands for science, precision and effect.