After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 30 and going through 8 rounds of chemotherapy, Alina Mehrle was left with dehydrated and fragile skin. The challenges with restoring her youthful and healthy skin inspired her to launch her own skincare brand, AMEŌN , which balances nature and the achievements of modern science. Founder story: from architecture to beauty, her courageous and inspiring story to building a brand. AMEŌN skincare: She spent 2 years developing products that nourish the skin ...
Mar 07, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 225
“When we’re born, our skin has the ability to self-rejuvenate, but over time, that ability diminishes,” and that’s why Michal Morrison is looking to stem cell science and its revolutionary applications in beauty. Morrison likens aging to a dimmer on a light switch: as it starts to go down, and the activity within your cells goes down, that’s when aging occurs. So she’s tapped into a new “meta molecule,” βSTEM6, which is the result of over two decades of research in regenerative medicine and rece...
Feb 28, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 224
Your hormones are responsible for not only skin health, but also mood, metabolism, sexual health, sleep, stress, and even heart health. Yet 80% of women experience a hormone imbalance. One company, Veracity , is pioneering hormone-based wellness by taking a scientific approach with a skin + health test, and skincare and supplements. Their goals? To help you unlock the answers to better skin, nails, hair, and internal health – from bloating and disrupted digestion to slowed metabolism and exhaust...
Feb 21, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 223
After dealing with skin issues in her youth, Shelly Marshall made it her mission to learn how to care for her skin. Combining her scientific background as a nurse, her spirituality, and a holistic view of skin health, Beauty Shamans was born. We talk to the founder about: The Ancient Ritual of Facial Massage: How touching your face is a way to connect with your body Seaweed: The health benefits of this potent source of nutrition Face Yoga: Shelly demos exercises you can do to promote blood flow ...
Feb 14, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 222
There are very few people in the world who are truly altruistic, and even fewer brands. But one fragrance company is creating breakthroughs in depression research and pioneering new treatments to end the suffering of millions. We talk to Audrey Gruss, founder of Hope Fragrances and Hope for Depression Research , about: Her inspiring career path to Director of Advertising and Creative Services Worldwide for Elizabeth Arden, in a time when men ruled the industry. Shocking facts about depression: O...
Feb 07, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 221
If you need some motivation to clean up your diet this might help! After struggling with stomach ulcers in her teens, Elina Sophia Wang turned to a clean diet that included raw juices. She realized that these beneficial ingredients also made a dramatic difference in her skin, and so she set out to create a line of clean, raw-juice-inspired sheet masks and tools. We speak to the founder of ESW Beauty about: 10 no’s, 11th yes: Determination pays off – this inspiring entrepreneur began her business...
Jan 31, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 220
LED light therapy devices have exploded on the market - from professional in-office devices to their at-home counterparts – to assist in everything from pain management to migraines and even healing cold sores. But is there credible science behind this technology and should you invest in an at-home option? We talk to Dr. Diane Madfes, a board-certified dermatologist, about: How light can heal your skin: Photomodulation and the science behind it. Red Light Therapy: Anti-aging and inflammation Blu...
Jan 24, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 219
We are continuing our kickoff to 2023 with a guide to help you get your mojo back. This episode is for any woman who's ever felt burned out, beaten down, or needs a reminder of how powerful she is. We sit down with Jennifer Cassetta, author, health and empowerment coach and a 3rd-degree black belt in Hapkido, to learn about her unique brand of “badassery” outlined in her newest book. She’ll share exercises that she’s learned from her time in the dojo to show us how to: Turning tragedy into trium...
Jan 17, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 218
The new year is a great time to reset and restart, and fitness tends to be at the top of everyone’s list. But how can we make changes that actually stick to reach our fitness goals in 2023? We talk to Casey Cohen, Fitness Expert and ELI Performer at Life Time NYC, about: How to take inventory of your life: where to direct your effort in 2023 Starting a fitness journey: the right way to ramp up your routine to avoid injury and frustration Do what you love: finding the exercise you want to do (and...
Jan 10, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 217
No matter your resolutions for 2023, everyone can help do their part for the planet. We kick off the party with the "Queen V" (that’s vegan) Jacque Reid. She’ll share her favorite vegan beauty & fashion you can look great in and feel good about using! We talk to the founder of VeganSexyCool about: How to make (and keep) resolutions and tips to embrace wellness in 2023 Faux and fabulous - how to source high-quality vegan leather and the brands she swears by Clean, vegan beauty that will help ...
Jan 03, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 216
=Single and not feeling fabulous? Family stressing you out? Here’s your guide to find freedom and fulfillment through the holiday season and beyond. We know the holidays can be tough for many people, so we decided to use the last episode of the year to help tap into our inner beauty. We talk to Jacqui Pugh, a freedom and fulfillment coach, about how to find inner confidence and peace this holiday season and beyond, to make 2023 our best year yet! She shares tips on: Heartbreak: how her “rock bot...
Dec 13, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 215
Vagina Lipstick? We were intrigued too. And knowing that Khloe Kardashian is a fan (and in no way sponsored by the company), we had to know more. Which lead us to Dr. Claire Bertuccio. After witnessing the harsh effects radiation can have on the skin, specifically, intimate (vulvar) skin, Dr. Bertucio started recommending one of her favorite feminine skincare brands, Vmagic , to help her patients feel sexy and empowered post-treatment. She now sits at the top of the care-down-there empire, which...
Dec 06, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 214
Kat Burki has created a beauty brand powered by cutting-edge nutritional science to deliver cold-processed, nutrient-dense formulations. We speak to the founder about: What "skin nutrition" is and why it’s important From Law to Epidemiology to Beauty Entrepreneur: How she got her start in the beauty industry Small batch skincare and why it matters 4 pillars of Kat Burki Skincare and what she recommends everyone try! The Beauty and Body Detox program Shop the show: Kat Burki Vitamin C Intensive F...
Nov 29, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 213
Ask any beauty editor and they’ve probably heard of (and use) the cult Lotion P50 from Biologique Recherche. Built from a network of spa partners, this French brand has become the best-kept secret among beauty editors, influencers, and celebrities. We talk to Margot Hubert, the US General Manager of Biologique Recherche, about: Biologique Recherche’s detailed skin analysis: a methodology of 3 stages (Assessment, Initialization, and treatment) The history of the brand P50 Lotion: The reason this ...
Nov 22, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 212
Move over Botox, there’s a new shot in town and this one claims to last on average 6 months (and up to 9 months for some patients)! We sit down with board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Corey L. Hartman, Founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, AL, to learn everything we can about the yet unreleased neuromodulator. He talks about: Where and when you can get it (it’s a select rollout folks!) How it works – and the new mechanism of action for relaxing the muscle that differs from Botox Wh...
Nov 15, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 211
What worked in our 20s and 30s most likely, will not work as effectively in our 40s - everything from managing weight, to how stress takes a toll on our bodies begins to change as we enter perimenopause in our 40s (and for some as early as 35!) We talk to Jennifer Hanway, Holistic Nutritionist, about: Surprising facts about menopause you need to know Essential testing during perimenopause and menopause: what you should be asking your doctor to test for How to be your own best medical advocate St...
Nov 08, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 210
Everyone wants to look young for as long as possible. But what if you could banish wrinkles for 10 years at a time, instead of needing injections every few months? According to Acorn Biolabs founder, Dr. Drew Taylor, in the next few years, you’ll be able to use your own cells to reverse aging and sun damage to your skin – and your hair follicles are the key! He believes that cryogenic preservation of our cells could unlock the potential for regenerative treatments from hair regrowth to skin reju...
Nov 01, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 209
When Juliana Brewer’s father was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, the skincare options available for him felt clinical. And so she and her brother set out to create products that embraced the self-care experience and were safe for his sensitized skin. After years of experimenting with K-beauty-inspired ingredients, and consulting with dermato-oncologists, Happy 2nd Birthday was born. The skincare line provides options that are gentle yet effective for everyone from cancer patients to nursi...
Oct 25, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 208
There’s been a seismic shift in the global wellness industry with an innovative and peerless approach to the concept of living well. Luxury private member’s clubs are popping up, like BIÂN, that deliver holistic wellness, vitality and social well-being. BIÂN weaves Eastern and Western philosophies; concierge medicine; a signature holistic apothecary; extensive yoga, fitness, Pilates and studio programming; chef-driven food and beverage offerings; cutting edge therapeutic modalities; luxurious sp...
Oct 18, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 207
Research estimates that 90% of women are walking around in the wrong bra size, “although I think the statistic is higher than that,” says bra fit expert Jené Luciani. Whether from weight loss or gain, aging, menopause or due to surgical intervention, chances are, our bra size will change over the course of our lives, and she recommends getting fit for bras every year. But how can we make sure we are wearing the right size, or fitting ourselves correctly? We talk to the expert to uncover some of ...
Oct 11, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 206
Selena Polgady is a permanent makeup artist in Nashville and Los Angeles, but for many cancer warriors and survivors, she’s an angel. Through her “ Giving their Glam Back ” non-profit organization, she’s teaching women how to draw on eyebrows, add a fake lash and deal with skin issues as a result of chemo treatments. Her goal is to support “thrivers” that cannot afford services that would make them feel better on the inside, just as much on the outside. While this episode talks about cancer surv...
Oct 04, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 205
Do you want to achieve the perfect smile? Dr. Stephanie Dumanian is sharing the solution so that you can get the smile you've always wanted. "I do think more and more people are looking to get that movie star smile…and veneers are a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that can change certain appearances of a person's face.” Dr. Stephanie Dumanian is a cosmetic dentist and owner of Park Lex 60 Dental . She is a specialist in veneers and has been featured in numerous publications for her work in the f...
Sep 27, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 204
Restore radiance from the inside out! A majority of women are currently living with hormonal imbalance, leading to major issues like chronic depression, lack of libido, insomnia, poor digestive health, skin issues and more – but we can reset the balance in our lives without medicine. We’ll talk to Dr. Trevor Cates, founder of The Spa Dr, about: The four crucial aspects of this reset: Food, Movement, Mindset and Skincare, with a seasonal approach. 7-Day program to achieve glowing ageless skin. Na...
Sep 20, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 203
It’s a sad fact: diet and exercise cannot do anything to tighten loose skin on your stomach. Traditionally the only option to remove loose skin was to go under the knife, but new technologies for skin resurfacing and deep dermal remodeling can help restore some of the laxity caused by pregnancy, weight loss, or general aging. Secret™ PRO takes on a non-conventional approach to skin revitalization by uniquely combining two clinically proven technologies in a single device. Utilizing fractional CO...
Sep 13, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 202
How a Hollywood special effects artist discovered a smooth skin solution! During her career as a special effects makeup artist, Camille Calvet would use silicone-based prosthetics in her work. One day, as she removed the prosthetics from an actor, she noticed that the skin exposed to the silicone looked softer and smoother. She found out that medical-grade silicone was being used in the medical industry to treat keloid scarring and began to experiment with silicone as a treatment for wrinkles. W...
Sep 06, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 201
CBD has made its way into everything from face oil to supplements, to pet food. But the industry is still young and according to Kendra Mark, Director of Products for Tenacious Labs, “it’s still the Wild West,” with little regulation and standardization. We talk to the formulator and CBD expert about: CBD and Cannabinoids: What are they and how do they work in the body? Inflammaging: How CBD can help reduce the inflammation that leads to chronic disease and aging. The right way to take CBD and g...
Aug 30, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 200
Ambitious women listen up – it’s time to “press pause” and we’ve got the products that can help you do just that (in the office and even in the bedroom!) Our guest, Dawn Fable, is the charismatic and visionary founder of Press Pause , A CBD brand that aims to help and support the health and wellbeing of women and moms, through alleviating stress, pain and anxiety and supporting sleep, recovery, relaxation and libido. We’ll talk to Dawn about: Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Dawn shares her struggl...
Aug 23, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 199
We’ll admit it: We’re lash-aholics! And when it comes to lash extensions you can do at home, we’ve fallen in love with Lilac St. for their durability, light-weight feel, fluffy and feathery look…and price! We talk to the founder about: The rising popularity of under-the-lash extensions The issues with traditional strip lash Application techniques for a perfect set of lashes Breaking down each type of lash by size, weight and who it’s best for Shop the show: Lilac St. Starter Kit Lilac Street Las...
Aug 16, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 198
It may sound like the stuff of science fiction, but there’s a chance you’ve already tried some form of biohacking. Taking supplements like collagen, or even red light therapy, are all ways in which we try to improve how our skin functions. According to Amitay Eshel, founder of Young Goose (a biohacking skincare company), “Biohacking is improving or affecting our biology, through changing our environment, either around us the environment within our body, and then we can control the biology in the...
Aug 09, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 197
What do wine and beauty have in common? Casey Georgeson. The entrepreneur had deep roots in the wine industry and parlayed her experience in the space to create a luxury beauty line, Saint Jane Beauty. We talk to the founder about: Her roots in creating wine and beauty brands for Sephora (Marc Jacobs Beauty, Disney, Elizabeth, and James) and The Wine Group (Cupcake Vineyards, Chloe, Love Noir). CBD: After suffering from sensitive, stressed skin, Casey discovered a powerful, effective way to comb...
Aug 02, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 196
