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You saw a laser on Instagram. Now you want it. But is it the right one for your skin, and does the name on the machine even matter? According to a dermatologist who owns more than 35 of them, it matters a lot less than who's holding the handpiece. On this week's Facially Conscious episode, Which Laser Is Best for My Skin?, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, esthetician Trina Reneá, and consumer advocate Julie Falls welcome back double board-certified dermatologist Dr. James Wang of Metropolis Dermatology to go behind the scenes of the laser business, and to talk about what you really need to know before you book. In this episode: The big laser companies, and why they're marketing straight to you Why Dr. Wang says it's not the laser, it's who's doing your laser Presets, and why good providers learn to safely go beyond them Facial fat loss from energy devices, and why long-term data matters Sofwave, XERF and the new wave of skin tightening Lasers and skin of color, and the myth that any one laser is "safe for all skin types" What practices do with their old lasers Why a written treatment plan builds more trust than a one-and-done package Hosted by Dr. Vicki Rapaport, Trina Reneá, and Julie Falls. Nobody pays us to say anything on this show. Read more about Dr. Wang at https://www.faciallyconscious.com/guests/dr-james-wang-1/ More at https://www.faciallyconscious.com/ and everything in one place at https://linktr.ee/faciallyconscious

Brown spots that show up out of nowhere. Redness that won't settle. A dark patch that fades all winter and comes right back after one beach day. As Trina Reneá put it, pigment is a beast. On this week's Facially Conscious episode, Why Do My Brown Spots Keep Coming Back?, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, esthetician Trina Reneá, and consumer advocate Julie Falls sort out the different kinds of pigmentation, what actually treats each one, and what you can realistically expect once you start. In this episode: Sunspots, freckles, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, redness, and white spots, and why they aren't the same problem Why Dr. Vicki starts most brown spots with a strong IPL, and what she pairs it with at home How Trina uses IPL to find out which pigment sits near the surface and which runs deeper The honest timeline: 6 to 12 weeks for the first change, 3 to 12 months for real improvement, then maintenance for life Teens chasing the UV index to tan, and how to get through to them Pigment in places nobody talks about, and why GLP-1 weight loss is clearing up friction darkening Senolytics and "zombie cells," and what we actually know so far Consumer Corner: lip basting with glycolic acid. Smart idea or a burn waiting to happen? Hosted by Dr. Vicki Rapaport, Trina Reneá, and Julie Falls. Nobody pays us to say anything on this show. More at https://www.faciallyconscious.com/ and everything in one place at https://linktr.ee/faciallyconscious

You've spent years caring for your face. Your neck, chest, and hands have been keeping score the whole time. As Dr. Vicki Rapaport puts it, after fillers and surgery, a face can be hard to date, but the neck, the chest, and the hands are a dead giveaway. In the first episode of our new season for women of a certain age, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, esthetician Trina Reneá, and consumer advocate Julie Falls get into why these areas age so differently from your face. The skin is thinner, it has up to 50% fewer oil glands, and it has seen a lifetime of sun most of us never covered. Then we talk about what actually helps, and what doesn't. In this episode: Why your Retin-A belongs on your face and not your neck, and how body retinols are made weaker for a reason Neck options from tightening lasers and Morpheus to Botox for neck cords and the Nefertiti lift, and when a neck lift is the honest answer Poikiloderma, the red-brown mottling on the sides of the neck, and why your own head shades the front Dr. Vicki's idea of a perfect day at work: IPL on chests, all day long Chest wrinkles from side sleeping, Chesties, Sculptra, and how Trina trained herself to sleep on her back Hands: filler, fat transfer, IPL, and the driving gloves Dr. Vicki calls non-negotiable Trina's ceramic car-window tint, and what it does and doesn't block Why fall is the time to book these treatments Hosted by Dr. Vicki Rapaport, Trina Reneá, and Julie Falls. We don't take money to say anything on this show. More at https://www.faciallyconscious.com/ and everything in one place at https://linktr.ee/faciallyconscious

A prescription acne medication just went over the counter, and it's the biggest acne news in dermatology in years. In this episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, esthetician Trina Renea, and consumer advocate Julie Falls break down what's actually new in acne and rosacea treatment, and what's just marketing. We cover the adapalene and benzoyl peroxide combination now available without a prescription. We get into why dermatologists are using Accutane as much as ever, and how a microdose, sometimes one pill a week, can transform stubborn rosacea. We also talk about the acne lasers (AviClear and Accure) and what they really cost. Then we explain rosacea mites, the newer low-dose oral antibiotics, why Dr. Vicki has soured on redness-erasing creams, and the blue-light connection to rosacea that almost nobody talks about. Plus: Trina explains why she washes her face once a week (yes, really), and in Consumer Corner we take apart K1-Jet, the "snatched jawline" air-pressure pen taking over Instagram. No sponsors telling us what to say. Just the truth about your skin. Topics: acne treatment, rosacea treatment, Accutane, isotretinoin, Differin, Epiduo, adapalene, benzoyl peroxide, AviClear, Accure, acne laser, rosacea mites, Demodex, ivermectin, low-dose minocycline, Mirvaso, Rhofade, mineral sunscreen, blue light skin, skin microbiome, K1-Jet, dermatologist podcast, esthetician. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @faciallyconscious on social media, join us on Substack and Patreon, shop our picks on ShopMy, and find everything at ⁠www.faciallyconscious.com

GLP-1s can be life-changing, but rapid weight loss can show up in your face in ways you may not expect. This week, we break down “Ozempic face,” why sagging and skin laxity happen, and what can help minimize them. We also get into why age and menopause matter, what may bounce back once your weight stabilizes, and when skincare or treatments can actually help. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @faciallyconscious on social media, join us on Substack and Patreon, shop our picks on ShopMy, and find everything at www.faciallyconscious.com

If your skin is suddenly dry, red, flaky or stinging, your routine may be working against you. This week, we break down what your skin barrier actually does, how over-exfoliating and piling on products can damage it, and what barrier repair really means. Then we get into why exfoliation still matters, especially as cell turnover slows with age, and how to do it without pushing your skin too far. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @faciallyconscious on social media, join us on Substack, shop our picks on ShopMy, and find everything at www.faciallyconscious.com

The ladies are together again! For our first episode back, we’re jumping right into sunscreen, starting with BEMT (bemotrizinol), the first new sunscreen ingredient approved in the U.S. in decades. We break down what makes it different, what we know about chemical sunscreen safety, how often you really need to reapply, and whether the SPF in your makeup is enough. Then, in our Consumer Corner segment, we answer one of your skincare questions. First up: are Korean sunscreens actually better, or do they just feel better on your skin? Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @faciallyconscious on social media, join us on Substack and Patreon, shop our picks on ShopMy, and find everything at www.faciallyconscious.com

We’re back, with a fresh new take on getting the skinny on all things skin. We’re Trina Renea, an LA esthetician, Dr. Vicki Rapaport, a board-certified dermatologist, and Julie Falls, your consumer advocate. Together, we’re here to cut through the noise, answer the questions you’re actually asking, and help you figure out what makes sense for your skin. What’s worth buying? When is a treatment worth it? What does the science actually say? And what can you probably skip? Each week, we’ll talk products, ingredients, acne, pigmentation, hormones, lasers, injectables, supplements, new technology, and everything else that comes with skin that keeps changing. And when we need another perspective, we’ll bring in specialists, scientists, founders, and other people who know their corner of the skincare world inside and out. New episodes every Tuesday starting September 29. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @faciallyconscious on social media, join us on Substack and Patreon, shop our picks on ShopMy, and find everything at www.faciallyconscious.com

Discover why honey is revolutionizing skincare routines everywhere. In this skincare education episode, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic chemist Rebecca Gadberry team up with beekeeper Holly Moore and Valley Hive co-founder Keith Roberts to break down the science behind this ancient ingredient. Learn about honey's antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties—and why different honey types deliver different skin benefits. Whether you're an esthetician seeking ingredient deep dive knowledge, searching for acne treatment solutions, or curious about natural skincare ingredients, this episode delivers actionable skincare advice backed by research. We explore medical-grade honey, ethical sourcing, royal jelly benefits, bee venom research, and propolis. Plus, discover practical applications for anti-aging skincare and healthy skin habits. Listen in for expert dermatology insights and professional tips that transform how you think about this humble ingredient. Your skin will thank you.

What is “Ozempic Face” — and can you actually prevent it? As GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and semaglutide become more common for weight loss and metabolic health, many people are noticing unexpected changes in their skin — including facial volume loss, skin laxity, and increased dryness. In this episode, we break down what “Ozempic Face” really means, why it happens during rapid weight loss, and how to support your skin through the process. This conversation explores the relationship between fat loss, collagen production, skin elasticity, and overall skin health. You’ll learn how weight loss affects facial structure, why protein intake matters for skin integrity, and how ingredients like retinoids, peptides, and hydrating serums can support the skin barrier during body composition changes. We cover: What causes facial volume loss during GLP-1 weight loss How rapid weight loss affects collagen and skin elasticity Preventative skincare strategies during Ozempic or semaglutide use The role of protein in skin health Retinoids and peptides for skin firmness Hydration and barrier repair during metabolic changes Why gradual weight loss supports both body and skin If you’re using GLP-1 medications, considering them, or navigating noticeable facial changes during weight loss, this episode offers science-based skincare guidance without fear, shame, or exaggerated claims. Because healthy skin isn’t separate from overall health — it’s part of it. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Facially Conscious⁠⁠⁠ Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠, @trinareneaskincare, ⁠⁠⁠trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠ and Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠thefieldaudio.com

Is your skin actually dehydrated — or just dry? And do ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin really hydrate the skin the way we’ve been told? In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic scientist Rebecca Gadberry explore the science of skin hydration, breaking down how humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid function within the skin and within skincare formulations. If you’ve ever felt confused by ingredient labels, overwhelmed by hydration claims, or unsure whether your products are truly supporting your skin barrier, this conversation offers clarity rooted in cosmetic chemistry and professional esthetics. You’ll learn: The difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin How glycerin works as a humectant What hyaluronic acid actually does (and doesn’t do) Why natural moisturizing factors (NMF) are essential for healthy skin How hydration supports the skin barrier How to read skincare ingredient labels with confidence How to build a hydration-focused skincare routine We also discuss common misunderstandings around moisture, product absorption, and formulation — helping you move beyond marketing language and toward thoughtful, evidence-based skincare decisions. Whether you’re managing dry skin, dehydration, or simply want a better understanding of what’s in your moisturizer or serum, this episode translates complex cosmetic science into clear, practical guidance you can apply to your routine immediately. If you’re looking to support long-term skin health with informed ingredient choices, this conversation will help you approach hydration with confidence and clarity. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Facially Conscious⁠⁠⁠ Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠, @trinareneaskincare, ⁠⁠⁠trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠ and Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠thefieldaudio.com

Does drinking more water actually hydrate your skin? Is hyaluronic acid really the gold standard for hydration? And what does your skin barrier have to do with dry, dehydrated skin? In this episode of Facially Conscious, esthetician Trina Renea is joined by dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport and cosmetic scientist Rebecca Gadberry to break down the science of skin hydration. Together, they clarify the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin, explain how the skin barrier regulates moisture, and examine why some popular hydrating ingredients don’t always perform the way social media suggests. You’ll learn why drinking water alone doesn’t automatically improve skin hydration, how humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid actually function, and why glycerin may be one of the most effective — and overlooked — hydrating ingredients in skincare. The conversation also explores transepidermal water loss (TEWL), barrier repair, occlusives, and the proper way to approach techniques like slugging. If you feel confused about hydrating serums, moisturizers, barrier creams, or the best routine for dry or dehydrated skin, this episode offers grounded, evidence-based skincare guidance rooted in dermatology, cosmetic chemistry, and professional esthetics. Topics include: Dry skin vs dehydrated skin The skin barrier and moisture retention Hyaluronic acid benefits and limitations Why glycerin is a powerful humectant Drinking water and skin hydration myths Occlusives, emollients, and humectants explained Slugging for barrier repair How to build a hydration-focused skincare routine This is thoughtful, science-backed skincare education designed to help you understand how hydration really works — so you can make informed decisions without chasing trends. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Facially Conscious⁠⁠⁠ Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠, @trinareneaskincare, ⁠⁠⁠trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠ and Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠thefieldaudio.com

Confused by skincare marketing? Not sure which products actually belong in your routine? In this episode of Facially Conscious, esthetician Trina Renea is joined by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport and informed consumer Julie Falls to simplify what a well-balanced skincare routine really needs — and what it doesn’t. With thousands of skincare products on the market — from luxury creams to trending serums — it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We break down the five essential steps of a foundational skincare routine, including cleansing, antioxidants, exfoliation, moisturizers, and sunscreen, while explaining how to choose products based on skin type, ingredient quality, and formulation — not branding or hype. You’ll learn: How to build a simple, effective skincare routine The role of antioxidants in skin health How and when to exfoliate safely Why sunscreen is non-negotiable for long-term skin protection How to read ingredient labels with more confidence The difference between marketing claims and formulation reality Tips for navigating online skincare shopping and high-end brands This episode offers practical, science-informed guidance for anyone who wants healthy, balanced skin without falling into trend cycles or unnecessary product overload. Whether you're new to skincare or refining your regimen, this conversation will help you approach your routine with clarity, intention, and a stronger understanding of what truly supports your skin. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Facially Conscious⁠⁠⁠ Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠, @trinareneaskincare, ⁠⁠⁠trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠ and Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠thefieldaudio.com

Why does your skin suddenly react, break out, or feel sensitive during stressful seasons — even when you haven’t changed your skincare routine? In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic scientist Rebecca Gadberry explore the science of stressed skin and the powerful connection between the brain and the skin. You’ll learn how the HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis) links emotional stress to skin inflammation, barrier damage, breakouts, dehydration, and increased sensitivity. We explain how stress hormones like cortisol and norepinephrine impair skin barrier function, slow healing, and disrupt oil production — and why the effects of stress on skin can linger long after the stressful event ends. This episode also introduces a hopeful and practical shift: how activating oxytocin, often called the “love hormone,” can help calm the nervous system and support skin repair. We discuss simple, science-backed techniques like guided breathing, intentional touch, and facial massage that can support both emotional regulation and skin health. Rebecca shares evidence-based ingredients that support stressed, compromised skin, including: Helichrysum italicum for inflammation support Niacinamide for barrier repair and redness reduction Aloe vera for soothing and hydration Barrier-supportive skincare strategies Estheticians will gain thoughtful protocol adjustments for clients experiencing chronic stress, while skincare enthusiasts will learn how to adapt their at-home routine during high-stress seasons like the holidays. This episode reframes skincare as part of overall wellness — not luxury — and offers calm, practical guidance for protecting your skin barrier during life’s most demanding moments. If you’ve ever wondered why your skin changes under stress, this conversation brings clarity rooted in cosmetic chemistry, physiology, and professional esthetics. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Facially Conscious⁠⁠⁠ Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠, @trinareneaskincare, ⁠⁠⁠trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠ and Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠thefieldaudio.com

Can plant-based growth factors deliver anti-aging results comparable to retinol — without irritation? In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic scientist Rebecca James Gadberry sit down with Tony Abboud, Chief Commercial Officer of Core Biogenesis, to explore the science behind plant-powered growth factors and oleosome delivery technology. Growth factors have become one of the most discussed topics in anti-aging skincare, but confusion remains around how they work, how they compare to retinol, and whether they truly improve wrinkles, skin texture, and brightness. This conversation breaks down the formulation science behind Peauvita™ and Peauforia™, two plant-derived growth factor ingredients designed to support collagen production, improve skin smoothness, and reduce visible signs of aging — without the redness, peeling, or barrier disruption commonly associated with retinoids. You’ll learn: What growth factors are and how they function in the skin The difference between plant-based growth factors and traditional retinol How oleosome technology enhances ingredient delivery and skin penetration Clinical findings on wrinkle reduction, brightness, and skin smoothness Why irritation-free anti-aging skincare matters for long-term skin health How to evaluate emerging skincare technology without hype Rebecca also shares her personal 10-day experience using plant-powered growth factors and how cosmetic chemistry informs her perspective on ingredient performance. If you’re interested in evidence-based anti-aging skincare, collagen-supporting ingredients, and barrier-friendly alternatives to retinol, this episode offers grounded, science-backed insight into where skincare innovation may be heading next. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Facially Conscious⁠⁠⁠ Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon ⁠⁠⁠Linktree | Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠, @trinareneaskincare, ⁠⁠⁠trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠ and Substack ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology and ⁠⁠⁠https://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠thefieldaudio.com