“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.
Is Clean Beauty Sustainable in 2021?
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?
The Secret to the Met-Gala Glow? Customized lasers and peels for get a flawless complexion.
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.
Summer skincare swap with Defensins: the benefits of retinol without the side effects
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.
Sonya Dakar on Natural Ways to Treat Textured Skin and the Best Beauty Advice She Gave to her Daughter
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.
Bye Bye Cellulite! The First and Only FDA-approved Injectable Treatment (that Works!)
If cellulite has you bumming about your backside, you can head back to the beach – dimple-free! The FDA has finally approved an injectable treatment to reduce cellulite, and one NYC top doctor says he’s found the Holy Grail.
Algenist: Skincare that Guarantees Results in 10 Days!
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
Beauty Industry Veteran Tells All: The Best Anti-aging Skincare Brands that Deliver Results
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!
Lab to Beauty Brings CBD into the Luxury Skincare Market
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!
Discover THE ROUTE: A New Line that Blends Medical Grade Beauty and Luxury Skincare
Meet the female powerhouse founders of THE ROUTE BEAUTY. 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.