In this episode of Skin Anarchy , Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Kristen Chase, General Manager of Nutrire, a trailblazing new brand changing the way we think about hair care. Rather than focusing only on the strands, Nutrire turns attention to the scalp—the true foundation of healthy hair—and introduces a science-backed, salon-informed approach to long-term hair wellness. Kristen shares her transition from legacy beauty brands to co-creating Nutrire in collaboration with the experts at Tricoci S...
May 29, 2025•26 min•Ep. 761
In this special episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta Yadav celebrates a milestone moment—her latest mini review, Inflammation and Aging: The Skin Inflammasome in the Context of Longevity Science , has been published in the Journal of Cellular Immunology . This episode offers listeners a deep but accessible dive into the mechanisms that link chronic inflammation, skin health, and the biology of aging. Dr. Yadav unpacks the concept of “inflammaging,” explaining how low-grade, persistent inflamm...
May 27, 2025•9 min•Ep. 760
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta dives into the future of fragrance with the founders of iRomaScents, Avner Gal and Erin Berry, and celebrated perfumer Veronique Gabai. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we discover and connect with scent—bringing personalization and clarity to an industry long defined by overwhelm and subjectivity. Avner and Erin share the origin story of iRomaScents, a platform designed to make fragrance discovery intuitiv...
May 23, 2025•35 min•Ep. 759
In this empowering episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta speaks with Zuly Matallana, the force behind TIARA—a clean deodorant brand on a mission to change how we think about body care. After surviving brain surgery and losing loved ones to breast cancer, Zuly turned frustration into fuel, challenging the outdated norms of deodorant formulation with transparency, integrity, and purpose. TIARA isn’t just another “natural” deodorant. Zuly shares how she spent over two years perfecting a formula t...
May 15, 2025•37 min•Ep. 758
In this Mindset Monday episode of Skin Anarchy , Dr. Ekta sits down with Dr. Julia Colangelo to unpack the transformative power of flow state—a mental zone where creativity, clarity, and ease converge. A therapist, educator, and researcher in the psychology of flow, Dr. Julia explains how this state of consciousness helps us tap into regenerative energy and unlock our deepest creative potential. Flow isn’t just about peak productivity—it’s a practice of sustainable, aligned doing. While mindfuln...
May 12, 2025•49 min•Ep. 757
In this Fragrance Friday episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta sits down with Daniela Carrasco, founder of the luxury fragrance house Linen Tutu. With a background in clinical aromatherapy and independent perfumery training, Daniela shares how scent became her way of translating time, emotion, and memory into artistic expression. Each fragrance in her debut collection is inspired by a specific hour and emotional state—blending storytelling with olfactory design. Daniela discusses how Linen Tut...
May 09, 2025•40 min•Ep. 756
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Tony J. Abboud, Chief Commercial Officer of Core Biogenesis, for an eye-opening conversation on the cutting-edge science behind bioidentical proteins in skincare. Tony brings a biotech insider’s perspective to the world of beauty, revealing how plant-based protein technology is unlocking a new era of truly effective, science-backed formulations. Core Biogenesis is tackling a long-standing challenge in skincare: the instability and ine...
May 05, 2025•51 min•Ep. 755
In this episode of Skin Anarchy’s Fragrance Friday, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Matthew J. Sánchez, the award-winning perfumer and founder of MATTEO PARFUMS®, to explore his bold journey from the world of finance to the art of fragrance. What began as a career in banking took a transformative turn when Matthew discovered the power of scent as a storytelling medium—and a path to reclaiming cultural identity and creative purpose. The episode dives into the inspiration behind his debut fragrance, ...
May 02, 2025•35 min•Ep. 754
In this inspiring episode of Skin Anarchy , Dr. Ekta spotlights the groundbreaking PWRS (Pioneering Women in Reconstructive Surgery) Program with Erica Tan, Global Marketing Director at SkinCeuticals, and Dr. Tinga Nyoni, PWRS scholar and reconstructive surgeon. Launched in 2017 through a partnership between SkinCeuticals and ReSurge International, the PWRS program is changing the face of global surgery by supporting first-generation female surgeons from low- and middle-income countries with adv...
Apr 28, 2025•44 min•Ep. 753
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , Dr. Ekta sits down with Adam Hurly—longtime grooming journalist and founder of Blue Print , a new media platform dedicated to redefining how men engage with grooming, skincare, and wellness content. With over a decade writing for GQ, Esquire, and Men’s Journal, Adam brings deep industry insight and a clear-eyed view of what’s missing in the men’s space. Adam shares how the rise of click-driven SEO has diluted the quality of grooming journalism, replacing editori...
Apr 25, 2025•46 min•Ep. 752
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta sits down with Seth Nelson, co-founder of SOL LABS®, to discuss how surviving melanoma at age 27 became the catalyst for rethinking everything we know about sunscreen. What began as a personal health crisis evolved into a mission to make sun protection safer, smarter, and more enjoyable to use daily. Seth shares how traditional sunscreens—greasy, irritating, and often overlooked—failed to meet the needs of real people. SOL LABS® set out to change that w...
Apr 23, 2025•32 min•Ep. 751
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta is joined by the legendary Dr. Nicholas Perricone to explore the science behind aging, inflammation, and the future of skincare. Known for pioneering the link between inflammation and aging, Dr. Perricone returns to the spotlight with his new book, The Beauty Molecule , which dives into the cutting-edge science of mitochondrial health and acetylcholine’s role in reversing cellular damage. Listeners will hear how Dr. Perricone challenged conventional der...
Apr 21, 2025•45 min•Ep. 750
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Ekta is joined by internationally renowned aesthetic physician Dr. Ivona Igerc—also known as Dr. Ivy—for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of regenerative skincare and the role of cultural intelligence in aesthetic medicine. With a background in oral surgery and a PhD in bone regeneration, Dr. Ivy shares her journey from clinical research in Europe to pioneering facial harmony techniques in Asia and the Middle East. Dr. Ivy offers her unique pe...
Apr 16, 2025•39 min•Ep. 749
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Ekta is joined by Dr. Mamina Turegano—triple board-certified in dermatology, dermatopathology, and internal medicine—for a conversation that blends science with soul. Known for her integrative approach to skin health, Dr. Mamina shares how her Japanese heritage, her mother’s traditional remedies, and her clinical training have shaped her philosophy of care. The episode explores how modern dermatology can benefit from incorporating Eastern wisdom, with a foc...
Apr 14, 2025•35 min•Ep. 748
In this Wisdom of Women Wednesday episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Leah Katz to explore how mindfulness can be a powerful tool for healing anxiety, navigating trauma, and building emotional resilience. Drawing from years of clinical experience, Dr. Katz offers a refreshingly grounded approach to mental health—one rooted in presence, compassion, and curiosity. Dr. Katz shares her journey into psychology and demystifies what mindfulness really ...
Apr 09, 2025•28 min•Ep. 747
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta is joined by Alanna Tran, the visionary founder of BiotechBeauty, for a conversation that redefines what beauty products can be. After battling acne and feeling let down by harsh skincare and pore-clogging makeup, Alanna set out to build a new kind of beauty brand—one that merges scientific rigor with skin-first performance. What began as a personal quest turned into a clinical, research-backed mission to create makeup that actively supports skin health...
Apr 07, 2025•44 min•Ep. 746
In this thought-provoking episode of Skin Anarchy , Dr. Ben Johnson, founder of Osmosis Skincare, returns to challenge everything you think you know about skincare. From overprescribed medications to the obsession with exfoliation, Dr. Johnson breaks down why the industry’s go-to methods might be doing more harm than good. He takes us behind the scenes of traditional dermatology, calling out harsh treatments like antibiotics, Accutane, and peels that treat symptoms but ignore root causes. Instea...
Apr 04, 2025•40 min•Ep. 745
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta sits down with Maria DeSantis and Chardae Bowe of Framesi to explore the growing conversation around scalp health and its essential role in hair wellness. As leaders behind the Italian brand’s Morphosis line, Maria and Chardae share how Framesi blends decades of heritage with cutting-edge science to deliver scalp-first haircare that’s both clean and high-performing. Listeners will get a sneak peek into Framesi’s approach to sustainable innovation—f...
Mar 31, 2025•32 min•Ep. 744
In this Fragrance Friday episode on Skin Anarchy, we step into the sensual world of niche fragrance with the founders of Liis, Alissa Sullivan and Leslie Hendin. Built on a shared obsession with scent and a decade-long friendship, Liis is a fragrance house that brings a new level of intimacy, artistry, and storytelling to the perfume space. Trained at ISIPCA and Central Saint Martins respectively, Alissa and Leslie fuse science and creativity to craft perfumes that are deeply personal and wearab...
Mar 28, 2025•22 min•Ep. 743
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , renowned aesthetician and skin expert Amy Peterson returns to introduce her new skincare line, Lenox and Sixteenth. Known as the “Skin Savant” and trusted by celebrities and beauty insiders alike as the founder of Skincare by Amy Peterson Clinic, she brings over two decades of clinical experience to this thoughtful, high-performance brand. Born from years of hands-on treatment and deep understanding of what real skin needs, Lenox and Sixteenth was designed to br...
Mar 26, 2025•42 min•Ep. 742
In this powerful episode of Skin Anarchy , Emmy-winning journalist and bestselling author Tamsen Fadal returns to discuss her latest book—a bold and deeply personal look into the realities of menopause and perimenopause. After experiencing her own health scare and receiving a jarring diagnosis through a patient portal message, Tamsen turned her confusion into purpose. Her book offers the honest, accessible resource she wished she had when navigating her own menopause journey. Far beyond a clinic...
Mar 24, 2025•21 min•Ep. 741
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , we explore the power of simplicity in skincare with Mike Tabiri, founder of Earthen Skincare. What began as a personal journey to solve his own skin struggles quickly evolved into a brand known for its cult-favorite product, Instant Peel. Mike shares how his skincare frustrations led to years of experimentation and ultimately the creation of a gentle exfoliant that delivers spa-like results in minutes—without irritation. We dive into why exfoliation is often mis...
Mar 21, 2025•23 min•Ep. 740
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , we sit down with Dr. Jérémie Soeur, Chief Scientific Officer, and Jennifer Hessel, General Manager of North America at Cellcosmet, to explore how cutting-edge research is redefining skincare. With a science-first approach, Cellcosmet is setting new standards in microbiome support, peptide technology, and cellular rejuvenation. Dr. Soeur explains how Cellcosmet’s CytoPEP™ technology harnesses over 5,000 peptides, proteins, amino acids, and enzymes to target multi...
Mar 19, 2025•45 min•Ep. 739
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , we dive into the science of hair health with Dr. Isabelle Raymond, Senior VP of Clinical and Medical Affairs at Nutrafol. With a PhD in biomedical science and expertise in dermatology and pharmaceutical research, Dr. Raymond breaks down the science-backed approach Nutrafol takes to hair growth, scalp health, and supplementation. For years, the supplement industry has lacked regulation, leaving many consumers skeptical. Dr. Raymond shares how Nutrafol is changing...
Mar 17, 2025•45 min•Ep. 738
In this episode of Skin Anarchy, we explore the world of luxury niche fragrance with Tanya Gonzalez and Faye Harris, co-founders of Eauso Vert. Blending artistry, sustainability, and clean formulations, they’ve created a brand that redefines modern fragrance while maintaining an emotional connection to scent. With extensive backgrounds in the beauty industry, Tanya and Faye saw a gap in the market for luxury, gender-inclusive, and clean fragrances that don’t compromise on complexity. From workin...
Mar 14, 2025•38 min•Ep. 737
Inflammation isn't just about redness and irritation—it’s a driving force behind premature aging. In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Ekta sits down with Joshua Britton, CEO of Deinde, to explore how inflammation accelerates skin aging and how cutting-edge biotechnology is changing the skincare game. Britton, a scientist-turned-beauty entrepreneur, founded Deinde under the biotech powerhouse Debut, with a mission to bring lab-driven skincare to consumers. With a team of 80 scientists and a pl...
Mar 12, 2025•28 min•Ep. 736
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , we go behind the scenes of New York Fashion Week with the incredible T. Cooper—renowned makeup artist, beauty expert, and industry veteran. From leading backstage makeup teams to working on major editorial shoots, T. shares her unexpected journey into the beauty world and how her background in tailoring shaped her approach to makeup. T. Cooper dives into the evolution of beauty trends, from the early divide between professional artists and social media influence...
Mar 10, 2025•31 min•Ep. 735
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , actress and entrepreneur Kelly Kruger shares her evolution from Hollywood to clean beauty, revealing how her personal struggles with skincare and wellness led her to create Madison Charles Oils. With a career rooted in storytelling and a passion for mindful living, Kelly discusses how she transformed her love for natural solutions into a growing brand dedicated to fragrance-free, all-natural oils. Kelly opens up about her battle with acne and skin sensitivities,...
Feb 28, 2025•56 min•Ep. 734
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta welcomes Dr. Barbara Paldus, founder of Codex Labs, to explore breakthrough insights into eczema treatment. Dr. Paldus delves into the science behind the skin-gut-brain microbiome axis and explains how addressing both internal and external factors can revolutionize eczema care. Drawing on her recent TED Talk, she reveals that supporting gut health, reducing systemic inflammation, and restoring a balanced skin barrier can yield up to three times the...
Feb 24, 2025•50 min•Ep. 733
In this episode of Skin Anarchy , host Dr. Ekta sits down with Tania Crawford, a powerhouse business coach and beauty industry expert, to unlock the secrets behind running a successful salon. Tania shares her unique journey—from growing up in a family immersed in fashion and aesthetics to mastering the art of hair extensions and scalp health. Her passion for education and strategic business planning has helped countless salon owners scale their businesses to six-figure success. Tania delves into...
Feb 21, 2025•36 min•Ep. 732
