28. Skincare Is a Lifestyle, Not a Trend | Maya Allen on Discipline & The Science Behind Getting Results

Is great skin really about the products you buy — or the discipline, education, and intention behind how you care for yourself? Maya Allen is a beauty editor, expert, speaker, and brand consultant who has held leadership roles at The Cut, InStyle, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, and more. With over a decade in the beauty industry, Maya sits at the intersection of clinical skincare, cultural beauty conversations, and real-world results — cutting through trends to focus on what actually works. In this episode of Give Good Face with Dr. Anthony Rossi, Maya opens up about her own skin journey, including stress-induced breakouts, her viral “bad skin” moment as a beauty editor, and how education — not hype — transformed her relationship with skincare. Together, they explore why skincare is a lifestyle, how diet, sleep, stress, and consistency show up on your face, and why dermatology should always outweigh TikTok trends. From lasers and microcurrent facials to retinol myths, melanin-rich skin safety, and the importance of diversity in beauty R&D, this conversation blends clinical insight with lived experience. Maya also shares why skincare is an investment, how to spot gimmicks, and what it truly means to “give good face” in every season of life. Learn more about Maya Allen: https://www.instagram.com/mayaalenaa Timestamps: 00:00 The Beauty Editor's Journey 02:44 Skincare as a Personal Expression 05:39 The Impact of Diet on Skin Health 08:35 Navigating Skincare Myths and Facts 11:38 The Role of Dermatologists in Skincare 14:31 The Importance of Inclusivity in Beauty 17:36 Innovations in Skincare Treatments 20:15 The Future of Beauty Trends 23:26 Personal Experiences with Skincare Procedures 26:21 The Balance of Beauty and Self-Care 28:56 Giving Good Face: Authenticity in Beauty Connect with Dr. Rossi on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dranthonyrossi/?hl=en Website: https://rossiderm.com/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@rossidermmd Produced by Haynow Media: https://haynowmedia.com/