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- Today21 min
Microneedling: A dermatologist on who should avoid it (and why)
In this episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina cuts through the hype around microneedling, one of the most requested and most misunderstood treatments in her office. She explains how microneedling works as collagen induction therapy and why it’s safe for all skin types. She also covers who gets the best results and who she turns away, including people with active acne, cold sores, irritated skin or a history of keloids. Dr. Mina covers customizing needle depth, pain and numbing, realistic downtime, and why results build over a series of treatments. She also weighs in on radiofrequency microneedling and the FDA warning that followed, and on whether add-ons like PRP, exosomes and PDRN are worth the money. She closes with why at home microneedling isn’t worth the risk and the aftercare mistakes that can leave lumps under your skin. 🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode: 0:00 — Welcome to The Skin Real 1:28 — At home, in-office, RF or PRP: the big microneedling questions 2:17 — What is microneedling? Collagen induction therapy explained 2:43 — Why microneedling is safe for all skin types 3:38 — Who is the best candidate for microneedling 4:09 — Microneedling vs CO2 laser: realistic expectations 4:34 — Why microneedling is ideal in your 20s, 30s and 40s 5:18 — Microneedling downtime and how many sessions you need 6:19 — When to skip microneedling: active acne 7:01 — Cold sores, rashes and irritated skin 7:28 — Keloids vs hypertrophic scars 8:33 — Sponsor: AIRE Health 9:13 — Needle depth and why at home microneedling falls short 10:46 — Does microneedling hurt? Numbing explained 12:09 — What your skin looks like after microneedling 13:17 — Granulomas and the serums to avoid 14:11 — Microneedling results, maintenance and cost vs lasers 14:56 — Radiofrequency microneedling and the FDA warning 16:23 — Vampire facial, PRP, exosomes, PDGF and PDRN 17:40 — At home microneedling: save your money 18:49 — Microneedling aftercare step by step 19:53 — Share your microneedling experience 20:28 — Until next time Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun! Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://www.theskinreal.com/clinic Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.</
- 3 days ago40 min
Laser Resurfacing Explained: Is Your Laser Doing More Harm Than Good?
🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with Harvard-trained, board-certified dermatologist and laser expert Dr. Janelle Nassim to cut through the hype around laser resurfacing. Prompted by the scary recovery photos from her own erbium laser, Dr. Mina asks what’s really normal after a resurfacing laser and when it’s time to call your doctor. The two explain what a laser actually is, how ablative and non-ablative lasers differ, and why the person holding the device matters more than the brand name. Dr. Nassim walks through prep and recovery day by day, from no tans and cold sore prevention to the sloughing phase and the scarring risk of picking. They also cover lasers on skin of color, preventing hyperpigmentation, and managing melasma as a chronic condition. The episode closes with an important warning about med spa trends and lasering spots that were never checked, including a melanoma that was almost lasered over, plus a first look at Dr. Nassim’s new sun-protective clothing line. In this episode: 0:00 — What’s normal after a CO2 laser 0:18 — Welcome to The Skin Real 1:34 — My erbium laser recovery photos and meet Dr. Janelle Nassim 2:34 — Is the overfilled look finally over? 5:02 — The hot girl hamster wheel and being intentional 7:41 — Trending treatments and why device names don’t matter 9:49 — What is laser resurfacing? How lasers work 12:09 — Why the person holding the laser matters 14:05 — Ablative vs non-ablative lasers explained 15:38 — Is a CO2 laser too strong? 17:18 — My erbium laser over Memorial Day 18:08 — Before your laser: tans and cold sores 19:06 — Laser resurfacing recovery day by day 20:36 — Why picking slows healing and can scar 21:57 — Healing off the face: neck, chest and arms 23:41 — Lasers and skin of color 25:34 — How to prevent hyperpigmentation after a laser 27:06 — Who is prone to PIH? The palm crease test 29:08 — Melasma: manage it, don’t expect a cure 31:29 — Med spa red flags: Moxi, BBL and knowing your goal 32:37 — Protect your investment: timing and sun 34:04 — The melanoma that was almost lasered 36:58 — Nelle Sunwear: sun-protective clothing 39:17 — Where to find Dr. Nassim 39:44 — Final thoughts Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin About the guest: Dr. Janelle Nassim is a Harvard trained dermatologist specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She graduated magna cum laude from Florida Atlantic University and continued her education at the FAU Schmidt College of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism Honors Societies. She completed her internship in Boston, MA in internal medicine at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and her residency in the Harvard Dermatology Program, training at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Boston Children’s Hospital. In addition to medical dermatology, Dr. Nassim offers a variety of cosmetic treatments including injectables such as Botox and fillers for facial rejuvenation, chemical peels, customized skincare regimens, and laser treatments for sun damage and brown spots, redness and blood vessels, hair removal, acne scars, tattoo removal, CoolSculpting and more. Connect with Dr. Janelle Nassim: <a href='https://sirleez
- 1 weeks ago19 min
Hormonal acne in menopause: why your breakouts came back after 40
🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina explains why hormonal acne comes back in midlife and how to treat it. As estrogen rises and falls in perimenopause and then drops after menopause, testosterone becomes relatively more dominant. That can bring back breakouts on the chin and jawline while the skin barrier gets drier and more sensitive. Dr. Mina, a dermatologist who still gets the occasional breakout at 46, goes through hormonal acne treatment from first steps to in-office options. She covers the best retinoids for midlife skin and how to tolerate them, and why stripping oil from your skin backfires. She explains when azelaic acid, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, topical antibiotics and the new clascoterone cream are worth using. She also covers why spironolactone is her go-to for midlife women, why Accutane often isn’t a lasting fix, how cortisone injections and the new 1726 nm acne lasers fit in, and what we do and don’t know yet about hormone replacement therapy and acne. 🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode: 0:00 — The hormone that’s been protecting your skin 0:12 — Welcome to The Skin Real 2:13 — What is hormonal acne? 2:36 — Hormonal acne causes in perimenopause and menopause 4:11 — Why midlife skin gets drier and more sensitive 4:37 — Stress, lifestyle and medications that trigger acne 5:52 — Hormonal chin acne and jawline acne 6:30 — How common is adult hormonal acne? 6:49 — Retinoids for hormonal acne: tretinoin, tazarotene and adapalene 8:37 — How to tolerate a retinoid 9:16 — Why you need a moisturizer with acne 10:04 — A word from AIRE Health 10:45 — Azelaic acid, benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid 12:15 — Topical antibiotics and clascoterone 13:02 — Oral antibiotics: a short-term bridge 13:49 — Spironolactone for hormonal acne 14:39 — Accutane for hormonal acne: why it often comes back 15:42 — Cortisone injections for cystic acne 16:45 — The new 1726 nm acne lasers 17:15 — Can hormone replacement therapy help acne? 18:33 — Final thoughts Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun! Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.
- 1 weeks ago30 min
Sephora Sale 2026 Picks: A Dermatologist’s Cut vs Keep List
In this episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina goes through your Sephora sale basket and explains why most of the anti-aging products in it won’t change anyone’s skin. She starts by clearing the cart. Value sets and mini bundles rarely save money. At-home microneedling tools risk infection and scarring for minimal results. Collagen creams can’t reach the dermis where collagen lives. Scrubs and pore strips do more harm than good. She then refills the basket with what actually works: retinol and retinoids, chemical exfoliants, hypochlorous acid spray, daily sunscreen, a barrier repair moisturizer for the colder months, and a gentle cleanser, along with affordable picks for each. The episode closes with her three rules before checkout: restock what’s working, add one new active at a time, and skip anything that isn’t a deal at full price. 🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode: 0:00 — Anti-aging products in your basket that won’t change your skin 0:14 — Welcome to The Skin Real 1:33 — Not sponsored: how these products were picked 2:07 — Why the Sephora sale leads to expensive skincare mistakes 2:38 — Part 1: Emptying your basket and the hot girl hamster wheel 3:14 — Value sets and mini bundles 4:51 — At-home microneedling tools 8:01 — Topical collagen creams 10:05 — Scrubs, pore strips, and anything gritty 12:09 — Chemical exfoliants to swap in 13:08 — Part 2: Retinol and retinoids for anti-aging 14:59 — Retinol picks: Kiehl’s, Dermalogica, Paula’s Choice 15:44 — Chemical exfoliant picks: pads, toners, and serums 17:30 — Hypochlorous acid spray 19:01 — Sunscreen: the most proven anti-aging product 21:08 — Sunscreen picks: Shiseido, ISDIN, Supergoop 22:39 — Barrier repair moisturizer for colder months 23:55 — Moisturizer picks: Skinfix and Dr. Idriss 24:56 — Gentle cleanser and the tight skin test 25:58 — Cleanser picks 26:57 — Rule 1: Restock what’s working 27:36 — Rule 2: One new active at a time and patch testing 28:45 — Rule 3: If you wouldn’t buy it at full price, it’s not a deal 29:21 — Final thoughts Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun! Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
- 2 weeks ago22 min
Estrogen Cream For The Face: 7 Truths To Know Before You Try It
In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina pulls together everything you need to know about estrogen cream for the face. She traces the trend back to the 1940s, when estrogen was a star ingredient in wrinkle creams before disappearing for decades, and explains why skin seems to change overnight in midlife as estrogen drops and collagen loss accelerates. Dr. Mina shares her own story of developing melasma as a medical student and what it taught her about the real trigger, then tackles the biggest fears head on: systemic absorption, breast cancer, and combining topical estrogen with hormone therapy. Along the way, colleague Dr. Brenda Deniman weighs in on how long results really take and why so many women fill their vaginal estrogen prescription but never use it. She also talks about the surprising place estrogen cream may matter most, how vaginal estrogen can help prevent dangerous UTIs, and the difference between estriol and estradiol for facial skin, plus exactly where Dr. Mina fits estrogen cream into her own nighttime routine. 🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode: 0:00 — Estrogen cream for face: 7 things to know first 0:14 — Welcome to The Skin Real 1:40 — What this episode covers 2:52 — #7 Estrogen face cream is a 1940s comeback 4:11 — #6 Menopause, estrogen loss and collagen decline 6:21 — #5 Does estrogen cream work on your face? 8:31 — #4 Can estrogen cream trigger melasma? 11:04 — Estrogen cream and rosacea 11:29 — #3 Absorption, breast cancer and hormone therapy 13:59 — #2 Why vaginal estrogen comes first 17:28 — #1 Estriol vs estradiol for facial skin 20:16 — How I use estrogen cream in my routine 21:18 — Recap and key takeaways Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun! Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
- 2 weeks ago16 min
Vitamin D Deficiency And The Danger Of High Dose Vitamin D
In this episode, I’m answering a question I get every fall: are we really in a vitamin D deficiency crisis, and does everyone need to supplement? Right now there are two camps. One says take high dose vitamin D, and the higher the better. The other says skip the pills and go touch grass. As a dermatologist, I don’t fully agree with either. I explain how your skin makes vitamin D, why shorter days and indoor life cut that off, and what low vitamin D actually means on a blood test, depending on which medical organization you follow. I walk through who’s most at risk for vitamin D deficiency, the signs I look for in my own practice, like certain types of hair loss, and why I’m getting my own levels checked at my next physical. I also share what a 25,000-person trial found about supplementing when your levels are already normal. If you do need to supplement, I break down D3 vs D2, when adding K2 makes sense, realistic daily doses, and why high dose vitamin D can tip into toxicity, especially with vitamin D now added to so many other supplements. Before you buy that bottle or go out without sunscreen, start with one question: are you actually deficient? 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US In This Episode: 00:00 – Get The Skin Real app 00:28 – Welcome to The Skin Real 01:35 – Is there really a vitamin D deficiency crisis? 03:02 – How your skin makes vitamin D (and why windows block it) 04:13 – What counts as vitamin D deficiency? 20 vs 30 ng/mL 05:40 – Who’s at risk for low vitamin D and should get tested 07:04 – Normal levels? Why supplementing may not help 08:04 – Vitamin D and your immune system 08:56 – Vitamin D deficiency and hair loss 09:49 – Vitamin D3 vs D2, and why people pair it with K2 11:10 – How much vitamin D per day? The danger of high doses 12:55 – The hidden vitamin D in your other supplements 13:23 – Should you skip sunscreen for vitamin D? 14:22 – Before you buy that vitamin D supplement Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun! Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
- 3 weeks ago28 min
Laser Resurfacing Recovery, Filler Bumps, and Botox Mistakes: Your Questions Answered
🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode of The Skin Real, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina answers the viewer questions about injectables and procedures that keep landing in her inbox. She shares her own laser resurfacing recovery from May 2026, from the bleeding and tightness of the first three days to the week-long healing timeline, and explains the warning signs after a laser treatment that mean it is time to call your doctor. Dr. Mina breaks down whether masseter Botox can make jowls look worse, the one under-eye concern Botox actually helps, why microneedling will not fix broken capillaries, and what to do about Radiesse and Sculptra bumps that cannot be dissolved like hyaluronic acid filler. She also tackles a viewer stacking Sculptra, Fraxel Dual, and Softwave, explains what SkinVive really does, shares the order she follows when combining procedures, and reveals why she now focuses on the lateral face instead of the midface to avoid the overfilled look. Her biggest takeaway is to step off the hot girl hamster wheel and find one trusted provider who builds a long-term plan around your whole face. In this episode: 0:00 — Your most asked injectable and procedure questions 1:21 — Welcome to the viewer questions series 2:06 — How long does laser resurfacing take to heal 4:52 — A real laser recovery day by day 6:29 — Warning signs after a laser treatment 8:17 — Does masseter Botox cause jowls 11:07 — How many Botox units the jaw really needs 12:09 — Can Botox help the under eyes 13:31 — The jelly roll fix that takes just 2 units 14:45 — Microneedling and broken capillaries 16:34 — Bumps after Radiesse filler 19:08 — Why HA filler dissolves and Radiesse doesn’t 19:58 — Sculptra, Fraxel Dual, and Softwave together 21:05 — Getting off the hot girl hamster wheel 21:59 — Why at-home skincare still matters 22:51 — The mirror test before the next treatment 24:07 — What SkinVive really does 25:19 — How to stack procedures safely 26:26 — Why the lateral face matters more now 27:22 — Send in your next questions 27:45 — Final thoughts Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun! Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
- 3 weeks ago38 min
The Truth About Seed Oils, Collagen Supplements and Sugar for Your Skin
Are seed oils really dangerous? Do collagen supplements actually work? How much protein do you really need? In this episode of The Skin Real, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with registered dietitian Abbey Sharp to separate nutrition fact from wellness fiction. They break down glycation and what the research actually says about blood sugar and facial aging, why one major collagen meta-analysis found the benefits disappeared once industry-funded studies were removed, and why the protein obsession may be pushing out the nutrient 95% of North Americans are missing: fiber. Abbey explains which supplements are worth considering (vitamin D, omega-3s) and which are a hard pass (biotin, extra vitamin C), what the gut-skin axis can and cannot do, and why there is no single perfect diet for aging well. Plus, she shares her Hunger Crushing Combo Method and busts the seed oil myth once and for all. About Abbey Sharp: Abbey Sharp is a leading digital nutrition authority, registered dietitian, and on-camera host whose work blends science-backed wellness with accessible, modern food education. She is the creator of Abbey’s Kitchen, the bestselling and award-winning author of The Hunger Crushing Combo Method, and host of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp. She is best known for her critique of wellness trends, nutrition myths, and diet culture, with an emphasis on balance, satisfaction, and sustainability over perfection. 🔗 Fall is the perfect time to check in on your skin before winter hits. Scan your skin for free with my Skin Analysis app: https://realskin.theskinreal.com In this episode: 0:00 — Sugar, collagen and seed oils: truth or lies? 0:13 — Welcome to The Skin Real 1:32 — Meet registered dietitian Abbey Sharp 2:43 — Where skincare and diet culture myths overlap 3:35 — The hidden sugar in everyday foods 4:56 — Does sugar age your skin? Glycation explained 8:00 — The Hunger Crushing Combo Method 8:54 — Do collagen supplements actually work? 12:38 — Is the protein obsession just hype? 15:22 — How much protein you really need 18:04 — Why fiber deserves protein’s PR 19:28 — The best ways to get more fiber 21:00 — Hey gorgeous: The Skin Real app 21:30 — Vitamin D, biotin and vitamin C: are you really deficient? 25:14 — The gut-skin connection explained 27:28 — Why your doctor may skip the antibiotic 29:26 — The best diet for aging well 32:19 — Blue zones and eating for your culture 33:29 — The seed oil myth busted 36:06 — When the truth gets drowned out online 36:43 — Where to find Abbey Sharp 37:24 — Final thoughts Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📱Download The Skin Real app! Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-skin-real/id6748411628 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=vyten.theskinreal&hl=en_US 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Aire Health: https://www.airehealth.com/skinstore/drminaskin About the guest: Abbey Sharp is a leading digital nutrition authority, registered dietitian, and on-camera host whose work blends science-backed wellness with accessible, modern food education. She is the creator of Abbey’s Kitchen, the bestselling and award-winning author of The Hunger Crushing Combo Method, and host of the podcast Bite Back with Abbey Sharp. Abbey is best known for her critique of wellness trends, nutrition myths, and diet culture, with an emphasis on balance, satisfaction, and sustainability over perfection. Follow Abbey Sharp: Website: https://www.abbeyskitchen.com Instagram: @abbeyskitchen TikTok: @abbeyskitchen YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbbeySharpRD Bite Back with Abbey Sharp Podcasts:<a href='https://podcasts.a
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Your go-to resource for all things skin care, skin health, beauty, cosmetics, and more. Carefully curated by board-certified dermatologists and skin experts. Real Skin Care. Real Experts. Real Simple. This is how dermatologists talk skin!
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