Facially Conscious™ | "Get the Skinny on all things Skin!"

The skincare industry is buzzing about topical estrogen, and the Facially Conscious team explores this controversial 2025 trend with OB-GYN Dr. Emily Sikking. While estrogen offers notable skin benefits—such as boosting collagen, retaining moisture, and increasing thickness—the hormone requires careful consideration. The hosts examine the key differences between prescription and over-the-counter options, share real patient experiences, and emphasize the importance of medical supervision. From understanding concentration levels to managing potential risks, this episode provides essential advice for anyone interested in hormone-based skincare. Whether you're a skincare professional or enthusiast, learn why experts predict estrogen will be a significant trend in 2025 beauty while stressing the need for responsible, doctor-guided use.

In this episode of Facially Conscious, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic chemist Rebecca Gadberry debunk eight dangerous sunscreen myths that could harm your skin. From exposing the false "two-finger rule marketing scam" to explaining why there's no such thing as a "safe tan," they share science-based facts about proper sun protection. The hosts clear up common misconceptions about SPF in makeup, whether sunscreens cause or prevent cancer, and the truth behind environmental claims. With decades of professional experience, they cut through social media misinformation to offer potentially life-saving advice on protecting your skin from cancer and premature aging. This isn't just beauty advice—it's essential health information that could save your skin.

The beef tallow skincare trend is everywhere on social media, but what's the reality behind the hype? In this episode, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic chemist Rebecca Gadberry reveal what they're really observing in treatment rooms – and it's not what influencers are promising. From the musky animal odor clients develop to increased clogged pores and skin dependence, beef tallow may do more harm than good. They break down the science behind why this "ancestral remedy" disrupts your skin's natural barrier, explain why no research supports its benefits, and share better alternatives that work with your skin's biology. If you're considering trying beef tallow or are currently using it, this episode will provide the facts you need to make an informed decision about your skincare routine.

In this eye-opening episode of Facially Conscious, host Trina Renea and co-hosts Dr. Vicki Rapaport and Julie Falls sit down with psychologist Dr. Sarah Dihmes to examine how social media shapes our beauty standards and self-image. From the alarming trend of pre-teens pursuing adult skincare routines to the psychological vulnerability we experience during late-night scrolling, the panel explores the real-world impact of digital beauty culture. Dr. Dihmes shares her five components of healthy self-esteem and offers practical strategies for building confidence beyond appearances. Whether you're a parent concerned about your child's social media exposure or someone navigating your own relationship with beauty standards, this conversation provides valuable insights into maintaining authentic self-worth in an increasingly filtered world.

In this episode of Facially Conscious, we dive into the often confusing world of pregnancy-safe skincare with expert Holly Moore. We uncover the shocking truth about ingredient safety, the lack of research on skincare during pregnancy, and why even doctors struggle to give clear answers. Holly explains which ingredients are truly safe, which ones to avoid, and why some brands falsely claim to be pregnancy-safe. We also discuss the precautionary principle, how skin care affects the body during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and what expectant mothers should consider when choosing products. Whether you're pregnant, planning to be, or just passionate about skincare science, this is an eye-opening conversation you won’t want to miss!

Explore the revolutionary world of plant exosomes, drawing on insights from the Facially Conscious podcast. Discover how these microscopic messengers deliver powerful ingredients deep into the skin, why they represent the next frontier in skincare technology, and how they are incorporated into professional treatments and home care products for unprecedented results.

In this episode of Facially Conscious, our expert panel dives into the ever-evolving world of skincare, debunking myths and highlighting what you should—and shouldn’t—be doing right now. The team explores the viral hype around castor oil, discussing its real benefits versus exaggerated claims, and emphasizes the importance of checking skincare expiration dates to avoid irritation and ineffective products. They also review the CO2Lift Carboxy Mask, a trending oxygenating treatment, and question whether it's worth the investment. Lastly, they tackle the growing concern of social media-driven skincare trends, particularly the rise of unnecessary multi-step routines for young kids. With science-backed insights and practical advice, this episode helps you navigate skincare with confidence.

In this episode, esthetician Trina Renea and cosmetic scientist Rebecca James Gadbury tackle the most common skincare questions, sharing their professional insights and real-world experiences to help you optimize your routine. From the truth about how often you should wash your face to mastering product application and avoiding issues like pilling, they dive deep into practical tips for achieving healthy, radiant skin. With a mix of humor, science, and relatable anecdotes, this episode is packed with advice on everything from layering serums to the do’s and don’ts of makeup wipes. Perfect for skincare enthusiasts looking for straightforward, expert-backed guidance!

In this episode of Facially Conscious, we’re joined by Dr. Alexander Rivkin, a renowned dermatologist and pioneer in non-surgical aesthetics, to explore the latest injection trends and skincare innovations for 2025. Dr. Rivkin shares his expert perspective on achieving natural, youthful results from the science behind fillers and bio-stimulatory treatments like Sculptra to debunking common myths about under-eye filler and fat transfer. We also discuss the impact of social media on aesthetic trends,  the growing buzz around threads and liquid facelifts, and discover Dr. Rivkin’s personal skincare must-haves. Whether you’re a seasoned injector or just curious about the possibilities, this episode contains invaluable insights and actionable advice. **Disclaimer** Any articles or information we say "are in the show notes" can be found on the website, under the episode and in our blog about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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 @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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

In this episode, we offer a comprehensive look into the intricate process of skincare product development. We highlight the dangers of DIY skincare, emphasizing the importance of lab-tested formulations for safety and effectiveness. Rebecca Gadberry and Trina Renea discuss key aspects like stability testing, proper preservation, and the extensive timeline for creating a market-ready product. They discuss the high costs, from development to marketing, and the manufacturer's crucial role in bringing a vision to life. For those overwhelmed by the complexity, private labeling emerges as a simpler, though less unique, alternative. This deep dive underscores the value of professional expertise in delivering safe and effective skincare while cautioning against at-home creations. Perfect for budding entrepreneurs and skincare enthusiasts, this episode offers valuable insights and a renewed appreciation for the products we trust daily.

This Facially Conscious episode explores essential winter skincare tips to keep your skin hydrated, protected, and glowing through the colder months. Join us as we share our personal routines and expert tricks for battling winter dryness, incorporating moisture-boosting techniques like slugging, and protecting skin from blue light and indoor heating. From SPF tips to post-shower hydration hacks and cold-water magic, this episode is packed with advice to help you maintain radiant skin all season long. **Disclaimer** Any articles or blogs mentioned in this episode can be found on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have another question? Send us an email today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YOUTUBE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our new ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare @facialbungalow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer who is here representing you! @juliefdotcom ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefieldaudio.com⁠

Following our enlightening episode with Dr. Payman Danielpour, where we delved into "Taming Cellulite with Plastic Surgery and Dermatology" (available on our website and Substack for those who missed it), we strongly recommend giving it a listen before joining us for this week's deep dive.As we've discovered together as a team and with our valued listeners, not everyone opts for or can find the time for expensive procedures. In this episode, our host, Rebecca Gadberry, offers her insights into less invasive cellulite products. Join Rebecca and Trina as they guide you on the proper usage of these products and highlight the key ingredients to seek out when you're shopping for effective cellulite solutions. **Disclaimer** Shownotes and any articles or blogs mentioned in this episode can be found on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have another question? Send us an email today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YOUTUBE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our new ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially Conscious Follow Our Hosts On Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare @facialbungalow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer who is here representing you! @juliefdotcom ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients Credits Produced and Recorded by The Field Audio ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thefieldaudio.com⁠

Discover the "once in a lifetime" skin treatment that delivers permanent, jaw-dropping results for deep facial wrinkles. In this eye-opening episode, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Kotler reveals the secrets of the phenol peel—an intensive chemical resurfacing procedure that outperforms lasers and other treatments. Learn who makes an ideal candidate, what recovery entails, and why this \$21,500 procedure remains relatively unknown despite its transformative effects. Dr. Kotler, who has performed phenol peels since 1977, shares remarkable patient stories and scientific evidence demonstrating why this procedure remains the gold standard for severe wrinkles when nothing else works.**Disclaimer** Any articles or information we say "are in the show notes" can be found on the website, under the episode and in our blog about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. 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

Meet Trina Renea, who made a remarkable career shift from Interscope Records punk rock singer to master esthetician and skincare entrepreneur. In this episode, learn how performing for troops after 9/11, helping her husband with blackheads, and her love for lifelong learning helped her build multiple successful businesses, including Trina Renea Skincare and The Facial Bungalow. Discover her innovative mommy spa concept, her dedication to education (she's taken the same UCLA course eight times!), and why the partnership between estheticians and dermatologists is so powerful. Trina's journey from crowd-surfing on stage to performing advanced extractions shows it's never too late to pursue your passion and completely reinvent your career.Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com, Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. 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

Board-certified OBGYN Dr. Michele Hakakha joins the Facially Conscious team to debunk pregnancy skincare myths and reveal surprising truths about what's truly safe during pregnancy. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Hakakha challenges traditional beliefs that salicylic acid is safe for pregnant women, explains why Botox and lasers are off-limits, and offers clear guidance on ingredients from vitamin C to retinol. Learn how to manage pregnancy acne, melasma, and stretch marks, as well as when to worry about changing moles. This episode completely rewrites the pregnancy skincare rulebook with expert medical advice that may surprise even experienced skincare professionals—a must-listen for anyone navigating skincare during pregnancy or working with pregnant clients.Have a question? Please send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com, Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. 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_skincareingredientsCreditsProduced and Recorded by The Field Audiothefieldaudio.com

In this episode of Facially Conscious, we interview Dr. James Wang about two revolutionary laser innovations transforming skincare treatments. The Hollywood Spectra laser's new FDA-approved MDF handpiece utilizes concentrated microbeams to effectively treat stubborn acne scars and actually reduce pore size by stimulating collagen growth around hair follicles. Even more exciting is Total Skin Solutions, which combines Genius RF microneedling with Ultra 1927 resurfacing in a single session. This combination treatment addresses multiple skin layers simultaneously, providing both immediate texture improvements and long-term collagen remodeling with surprisingly minimal downtime. Dr. Wang explains the science behind why combining these treatments reduces inflammation compared to individual procedures, making Total Skin Solutions the most popular treatment at his practice. These innovations signify a major advancement in achieving comprehensive skin rejuvenation with proven, lasting results.Don't miss out on this skin-transforming information and be sure to catch up on Dr. Wang's previous laser episodes! **Disclaimer** Any articles or information we say "are in the show notes" can be found on the website, under the episode and in our blog about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. 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

In this episode of Facially Conscious, we talk all about facials and skincare in a way that's easy to understand. Celebrity esthetician Trina Renea, dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, skincare expert Rebecca Gadberry, and savvy shopper Julie Falls share helpful tips and fun stories. We clarify myths about magnifying mirrors, explain how facials work, and discuss why getting them regularly can help your skin glow. You'll also learn what to do (and not do) when it comes to extractions and hear about cool new skincare gadgets. Whether you're a skincare pro or just curious about how facials can improve your routine, this episode contains useful information and a few laughs!**Disclaimer** Any articles or information we say "are in the show notes" can be found on the website, under the episode and in our blog about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you! @juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. 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

In this episode of Facially Conscious, we dive into the fascinating world of laser technology with Dr. James Wang, a leading dermatologist and laser expert. Dr. Wang introduces us to the Alma Hybrid Laser—a groundbreaking device designed to transform how we approach skin rejuvenation. This laser combines two powerful wavelengths, making treatments more customizable and effective for improving texture, pigmentation, and fine lines. Even better, it offers a safer option for those with darker skin tones, addressing a common challenge with older technologies.Are you curious how this cutting-edge treatment delivers impressive results with less downtime? How does it compare to traditional lasers? Dr. Wang shares insider knowledge you won’t want to miss. If you’re interested in the future of skin resurfacing and how these advancements can benefit you, tune in now!**Disclaimer** Any articles or information we say "are in the show notes" can be found on the website, under the episode and in our blog about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have a question? Send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare and trinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Our educated consumer is here to represent you!@juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. 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

In this episode ofFacially Conscious, we sit down with holistic nutritionist Elissa Goodman to explore the powerful connection between gut health and skin wellness. From understanding how your microbiome influences conditions like rosacea and acne to identifying surprising dietary and skincare triggers, Elissa shares her expert tips on calming inflammation and supporting skin health from within. We also dive into the benefits of anti-inflammatory diets, probiotics, and hydration techniques while busting myths about trendy health products. Whether battling persistent skin issues or looking for a more holistic approach to skincare, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you glow from the inside out.**Disclaimer** Any articles or information we say "are in the show notes" can be found on the website, under the episode and in our blog about this episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Have a question? Send us an email at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIKE, FOLLOW & REVIEW US ON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & WHERE YOU LISTEN TO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCASTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!Visit our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our new Patreon and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content from Facially ConsciousFollow Our Hosts On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trina Renea⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Medically-trained master esthetician and celebrities’ secret weapon @trinareneaskincare andtrinarenea.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Julie Falls⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Our educated consumer is here to represent you!@juliefdotcom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Vicki Rapaport⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Board Certified dermatologist with practices in Beverly Hills and Culver City @rapaportdermatology andhttps://www.rapdermbh.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rebecca Gadberry⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Our resident skincare scientist and regulatory and marketing expert. @rgadberry_skincareingredients