The Holistic Beauty Podcast

In today's episode we're revisiting acne, particularly adult acne. Acne affects up to 85% of teenagers but can occur in adults in their 20s, 30s, and beyond. Adult acne (medically referred to as Acne tarda) is more common in women than in men, and can be categorized as either persistent acne or late-onset acne. Persistent adult acne is acne that continues or relapses from adolescence to adulthood, while late-onset acne is acne that develops at age 25 or older with no prior history of acne. Adult acne is more associated with inflammation, changes in pigmentation, and scarring compared to acne that occurs in adolescence. The foods we eat, our lifestyle choices, and what we put onto our skin can all have an effect on our skin. These external factors can contribute to clear skin or the development of acne. Join us in today's episode as we talk about adult acne and why it occurs, factors that contribute to adult acne, plus lifestyle changes and skincare actives that can help promote clear, glowing skin by targeting the underlying causes of acne. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is adult acne Why does adult acne occur How diet affects acne Lifestyle recommendations for adult acne Skincare actives and general skincare routine for clearer skin Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode we talk about the difference between laser and light therapies. These are non-surgical aesthetic treatments that can help with a variety of aesthetic concerns, including fine lines and wrinkles, collagen stimulation, pigmentation, skin laxity, and more. There are many different laser and light therapies available nowadays, but is one treatment better than the other? Join us in today's episode as we dive into the world of laser and light therapies and discuss when you should consider a laser treatment or light therapy. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What are lasers Laser vs light therapies (LED, IPL) Ablative vs non-ablative lasers Common side effects of laser treatments Our experience with laser and light therapies Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com  Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode we had the pleasure of having one of our past guest speakers back on the show — Beth Colombo. Beth is the owner and founder of a premiere holistic medical spa in Seattle, Washington called Lifted Beauty + Wellness. She offers a wide variety of aesthetic services, including treatments for body contouring. Body contouring is a non-surgical treatment that gets rid of unwanted or stubborn body fat, and helps tones and sculpt the body. When combined with a healthy lifestyle, body contouring can be a great adjunctive treatment to help you achieve your body goals. Join us in today's episode as we talk about what body contouring is, when to consider body contouring, the different body contouring devices available, and how to choose the right one for your body goals. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is body contouring (aka body sculpting) When to consider body contouring treatments The different body contouring machines available How effective are body contouring treatments How to combine body contouring treatments with other aesthetic treatments Connect With Us: Check out Beth’s medical spa Lifted Beauty + Wellness in Seattle, WA Connect with Beth on Instagram Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode, we're talking about exfoliants in skincare. Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the outermost layer of skin to reveal the smoother, more radiant skin underneath. It can be achieved through physical, chemical, or enzymatic means. Physical exfoliants use physical friction to remove dead skin cells, such as a scrub brush or scrubbing beads in a product. Chemical exfoliants use acids to dissolve the bonds between dead skin cells, such as alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs). Enzyme exfoliants use enzymes to break down the bonds between dead skin cells, such as papain from papayas or bromelain from pineapples. Each type of exfoliant has its own benefits and limitations, and it is important to choose the right one for your skin type and concerns. Join us in today's episode as we discuss the different types of exfoliants, what skin concerns exfoliants can help address, and what our favorite exfoliating skincare products are. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What are exfoliants used for The different types of exfoliants Incorporating an exfoliant into your skincare routine Our favorite exfoliators Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In this week’s episode we have a special guest speaker Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND on the podcast to talk about hormones, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and skin conditions associated with hormonal imbalances such as acne. Dr. McCulloch is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and the founder of White Lotus Integrative Medicine, a busy clinic serving thousands of patients with hormonal conditions in Toronto, Canada. She has a special interest in treating PCOS and has a best selling book, "8 Steps To Reverse Your PCOS", which provides well-researched natural treatment options for this condition. Dr. Fiona also enjoys speaking and teaching. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Endocrinology Association of Naturopathic Doctors and is a popular speaker for many professional conferences. Join us in today's episode as we talk about the most common endocrine disorder in reproductive-aged women, underlying causes of PCOS, how PCOS is linked to our skin, and naturopathic modalities that can help address this condition. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) What causes PCOS The connection between PCOS and our skin How is PCOS addressed with naturopathic medicine Diet and lifestyle options for PCOS and acne Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Fiona McCulloch on Instagram Visit out her clinic White Lotus Integrative Medicine and services here Grab a copy of her book “8 Steps To Reverse Your PCOS” on Amazon Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

Happy New Year holistic beauties! In today’s episode we share how to build a general skincare routine for optimal skin health naturopathically. With a naturopathic approach we’re not only looking at what we put onto our skin, but what we’re putting into our body as well to support healthy, radiant skin. Topical skincare products are only as effective as the foundation they sit on. And the foundations of skin health start with diet and lifestyle. Join us in today's episode to learn about the best diet and lifestyle for optimal skin health, skincare products and active ingredients to incorporate into your skincare regimen, and which supplements may be beneficial for radiant skin. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: How Naturopathic Doctors view skin health Skincare actives and products for a general skincare routine Diet and key nutrients for skin health Lifestyle for healthy skin Foundational nutrients and supplements for skin health Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode we're reminiscing on the past year and taking a peak into the future of the Holistic Beauty podcast. We touch upon our top accomplishments of 2022 and top goals for 2023. We also chat about our favorite episodes and moments on the podcast this year. Lastly, we talk about our goals for this podcast in 2023, and what our awesome listeners can expect from the Holistic Beauty podcast in the new year. Join us in today's episode as we take a look back to the start of the podcast earlier this year and a look forward to the future of the Holistic Beauty Podcast. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode we're chatting about the best skincare products and ingredients to start incorporating into your skincare routine this winter. As the seasons change, our skincare routines need to as well. It's best to look for ingredients that are soothing, hydrating, and support the health of our skin barrier. Winter is also a great time to do certain aesthetic procedures as well for glowing, youthful-looking skin. Join us in today's episode as we talk about how our skin changes during winter, what active ingredients to incorporate into your skincare routine, and what aesthetic procedures can help support your skin this winter. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Skin changes that can happen in the winter time Active skincare ingredients to consider to address these skin changes Aesthetic procedures to consider in the winter time Aesthetic procedures to avoid during winter Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode we had the opportunity to interview Larry Weiss, MD who is the founder and CEO of Symbiome and Weiss Bioscience, Inc., a San Francisco-based microbiome research and development company. Prior to this he was the Founding Chief Medical Officer at AOBiome, and before that he was the founder and CSO of CleanWell Company. Dr. Weiss has an MD from Stanford University and a BS in Biochemistry from Cornell University. He has an extensive background in natural products chemistry, microbiology, clinical medicine, biophysics, pharmaceutical, and skin care product development. Join us in today's episode as we talk about the skin microbiome, postbiotics in skincare, a unique postbiotic skincare company called Symbiome, and what the future of skincare looks like. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is the skin microbiome How does an imbalanced skin microbiome affect our skin What are postbiotics How does Symbiome differ from other postbiotic skincare companies What the future of skincare looks like Connect With Us: Check out the Symbiome collection here (we’re loving The Renewal daily cleanser and The Answer reparative serum) Connect with Dr. Weiss on LinkedIn and Instagram Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today's episode, we're doing a deep dive into the world of dermal fillers. There are many FDA-approved dermal fillers available at medical spas, including the Juvederm family, Restylane family, RHA collection, and more. Not all dermal fillers are created the same. There are fillers made with hyaluronic acid (Juvederm, Restylane, RHA, Belotero, Revanesse Versa), calcium hydroxyapatite (Radiesse), poly-l-lactic acid (Sculptra), polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) (Bellafill), and autologous fat (Renuva). They all have different characteristics and have been created to restore volume, balance the face, and provide a more natural and rested look. Join us in today's episode as we talk about the science behind dermal fillers, the difference between the FDA-approved dermal fillers currently available, and how we feel about them as licensed naturopathic doctors. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What are dermal fillers What areas of the face can be treated with dermal filler How dermal fillers are categorized Hyaluronic acid fillers Permanent and biostimulant (aka collagen stimulating) fillers Dermal fillers vs biofiller (PRF/PRFM) Dr. Merola's favorite dermal fillers Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

This week we had the opportunity to chat with Beth Colombo, the owner and founder of Lifted Beauty + Wellness. Lifted is a premiere holistic medical spa in Seattle, WA. They offer non-invasive cosmetic procedures along with natural aesthetic products to help you look and feel your best. We also dive into medical grade skincare including what it is and why you should choose medical-grade skincare products instead of over the counter (OTC) skincare products.  Join us in today’s episode as we talk about anti-aging, non-surgical aesthetic procedures for face and body, and medical-grade skincare to slow down signs of aging and help protect your "skinvestments." Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Aesthetic procedures offered at Lifted Beauty + Wellness What is “medical-grade skincare”? Why choose medical-grade skincare over OTC skincare products? How medical-grade skincare can enhance the longevity of aesthetic procedures Connect With Us: Check out Beth’s medical spa Lifted Beauty + Wellness in Seattle, WA Connect with Beth on Instagram Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today’s episode we’re talking about regenerative skin procedures that may serve as a natural alternative to plastic surgery. Regenerative aesthetics is an up and coming field of regenerative medicine and includes minimally invasive procedures, which are gaining popularity. Such procedures include microneedling or injections with platelet-rich plasma (PRP), radiofrequency (RF) microneedling, platelet-rich fibrin matrix and platelet-rich fibrin procedures, and PDO threads. Join us in today’s episode as we talk about minimally invasive regenerative skin procedures, what they’re used for, and how effective they really are. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is regenerative medicine and regenerative aesthetics Microneedling uses, benefits, and effectiveness Platelet-rich plasma uses, benefits, and effectiveness Platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PRFM) uses, benefits, and effectiveness Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) uses, benefits, and effectiveness PDO threads uses, benefits, and effectiveness Our favorite regenerative aesthetic procedures Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today’s episode we had the opportunity to interview Dahlia Devkota who is the founder and CEO of a microbiome focused luxury brand called Editrix. Her beautifully curated line of products use postbiotics from human bacteria in addition to a nutrient dense yeast called Galactomyces (a sake fermentation byproduct) and powerful Ayurvedic botanicals. This revolutionary skincare system from Editrix will make you change the way you view skincare and skin health. Join us in today’s episode as we talk with Dahlia about postbiotics, her luxury brand Editrix, challenges that she faced along the way, and advice she has for other skincare brand curators and entrepreneurs. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: About Dahlia Devkota and Editrix What are postbiotics How can our skin benefit from postbiotics Challenges that Dahlia faced as a skincare brand owner Dahlia’s advice to other skincare brand owners and entrepreneurs Connect With Us: Explore the functional beauty ritual products from Editrix here: https://editrixwellness.com/collections Connect with Dahlia on Instagram Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

Have you heard of fungal acne before? This week we’re diving in and talking about what this skin condition is and how it differs from “regular” acne. The signs and symptoms of fungal acne can be very similar to acne vulgaris, but there are key features that help differentiate the two conditions from each other. Treating fungal acne requires different medications than acne vulgaris. In some cases failure to respond to conventional acne medications can be a clue that it might not be acne after all and is something else instead, such as fungal acne. Join us in today’s episode as we talk about what fungal acne is, what causes fungal acne, how it differs from “regular” acne, and how conventional doctors treat fungal acne versus naturopathic doctors. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is fungal acne How does fungal acne (Malessezia folliculiits) differ from "regular" acne (Acne vulgaris) What causes fungal acne How is it tested for and how is it treated from a conventional perspective How is it treated from a naturopathic perspective Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today’s episode we chat about the best skincare ingredients to look for and use during fall. With the transition of seasons comes cooler, drier weather. This is a great time to revamp your skincare routine to include active ingredients that are more hydrating, moisturizing, and rejuvenating. Certain aesthetic procedures are better to get done during this time of year as well to help with skin rejuvenation and anti-aging. Join us in today’s episode as we talk about the skin barrier, skincare ingredients, and aesthetic procedures to get during the fall. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Skin changes that happen during fall Review of the skin barrier The best skincare ingredients for fall The best aesthetic procedures to get during fall Aesthetic procedures to avoid during fall Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

This week we’re diving into the world of neuromodulators. There’s still a stigma that exists with botox along with many misconceptions. Neuromodulators (aka neurotoxins or BoTox) are an anti-wrinkle treatment that help soften fine lines and wrinkles. Botulinum toxin was first used medically and cosmetically in the late-1980s. Since then, several versions of botulinum toxin have been developed and FDA approved for use. These include Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau. Join us in today’s episode as we talk about how neuromodulators work, who should avoid neuromodulators, what are some common side effects that can occur, and what are some misconceptions and evidence-based facts regarding neuromodulator treatment. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What are neuromodulators? How do neuromodulators work The different FDA-approved neuromodulators available Who should not get treated with neuromodulators Potential adverse reactions with neuromodulator treatment Myths vs facts about neuromodulators How we feel about neuromodulators as naturopathic doctors Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today’s episode we’re talking about skincare for acne during pregnancy. Skin can undergo so many changes during pregnancy, ranging from increased sensitivity to dryness, stretch marks, unwanted hair growth, and acne. There are certain active ingredients in skincare that can be really helpful for acne-prone skin, but some of these are not safe to use while pregnant. The Pregnancy Category Rating System is a five letter grading system  (A, B, C, D, and X) used to indicate the potential risk of a drug to cause birth defects if it were to be used during pregnancy. Cosmetic ingredients that fall under Category A and B are deemed safe to use during pregnancy, whereas anything that falls under Categories C, D, or X should be avoided. Join us in today’s episode as we talk about skincare ingredients to avoid and safer alternatives to use for acne-prone skin during pregnancy. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Skin changes that occur during pregnancy Pregnancy Category rating system Skincare and beauty active ingredients that are not safe to use during pregnancy Safer skincare and beauty ingredients to use during pregnancy Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Patrick Fox, a licensed naturopathic doctor and medical director of Lifted Beauty + Wellness in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Fox specializes in chronic complex conditions including Lyme disease, mold biotoxin illness, CIRS, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and autoimmune conditions, in addition to hormone replacement therapy and advanced IV therapy. Today he shares his knowledge and clinical expertise on the connection between chronic complex conditions and the skin, and the importance of digging deeper to correctly identify and address the underlying causes of skin issues. Join us in today’s episode as we discuss the link between chronic conditions such as Lyme disease, mold biotoxin illness, CIRS, and MCAS, and our skin. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Patrick Fox on Instagram and TikTok Interested in working with Dr. Fox? Schedule a Discovery Call here! Visit Dr. Fox’s website: http://www.patrickfoxnd.com Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

We’re back for Season 2 of the Holistic Beauty Podcast! In today’s episode we’re talking about a highly requested topic – uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation occurs when there is excess melanin (a substance that gives our skin color) being produced. It’s typically a harmless condition but can cause significant distress and embarrassment in some individuals. The most common hyperpigmentation disorders include melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), and solar lentigines. Join us in today’s episode as we dive into hyperpigmentation and discuss helpful skincare active ingredients as well as aesthetic procedures to look into to help address uneven skin tone. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: What is hyperpigmentation What causes hyperpigmentation to occur The most common hyperpigmentation disorders Research-backed skincare active ingredients for hyperpigmentation Our favorite products with these skincare active ingredients Research-backed aesthetic procedures for hyperpigmentation Our favorite aesthetic procedures that can help with hyperpigmentation Connect With Us: Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Use code “HOLISTICBEAUTY10” for 10% off! Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.

In today’s episode we had the pleasure of interviewing Elysse Crabtree, the founder of Wabisabi Botanicals. Clean skincare is becoming more popular and increasingly sought out these days. However, clean skincare is an umbrella term and not all clean skincare products are created the same. Wabisabi Botanicals was created out of a need for truly green and holistic skincare. Join us in today’s episode as we chat with Elysse about her own skin struggles, why she created Wabisabi Botanicals, how Wabisabi is different from other clean skincare companies, and what the future of clean skincare looks like. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Elysse’s story and her reason for developing Wabisabi Botanicals What sets Wabisabi Botanicals apart from other clean/green skincare companies Why you shouldn’t be afraid to use oils, especially if you’re acne-prone What Elysse sees for the future of skincare Connect With Us: Connect with Elysse on Instagram, Youtube, and Facebook. Check out her amazing products online here! Connect with Dr. Bryant Esquejo on Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok Interested in becoming a patient in Los Angeles? Schedule an appointment online here! Visit Dr. Bryant’s website: http://www.drbryantesquejo.com Connect with Dr. Marilyn Merola on Instagram and TikTok Interested in an aesthetic treatment in San Diego? Schedule a free 15-min phone consultation online here! Struggling with adult acne? Check out Dr. Merola’s holistic acne course Glow From Within here. Visit Dr. Merola’s website: https://lucerenaturalmedicine.com Follow the Holistic Beauty Podcast on Instagram. Questions or topic requests for the podcast? Send an email to holisticbeautypodcast@gmail.com.