Skin Anarchy

In this powerful episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with one of the most influential minds in modern aesthetics, Dr. Steven Dayan — facial plastic surgeon, New York Times bestselling author, educator, and founder of XOMD Skincare. Together, they explore the deeper layers of beauty: the biology, the psychology, and the emotional resonance that shape how we see ourselves and others.

Dr. Dayan reflects on his unconve...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Jordan Harper, board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Barefaced, to explore the movement toward simplicity, integrity, and long-term skin health. With nearly a decade in aesthetic medicine, Harper brings a refreshing, clinically grounded perspective to a beauty landscape overwhelmed by trends, noise, and overcomplicated routines.

Harper shares how her early ca...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Simone Gibertoni, CEO of Clinique La Prairie, for the launch of our new Lessons In Longevity series. This is a powerful conversation about what longevity truly means today—and why it’s no longer about “anti-aging,” but about living better, longer, and with intention. For nearly a century, the Swiss institution has been a leader in preventative medicine, and under Gibert...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Estella Benz, founder and CEO of Inference Beauty, to explore how data intelligence, ingredient transparency, and AI personalization are reshaping the future of skincare. What began as Estella’s frustration with confusing ingredient lists and overwhelming product choices evolved into a powerful technology platform designed to decode beauty — not through trends, but thro...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Jessica Weiser, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Weiser Skin MD, to shed light on one of the most overlooked yet vital parts of dermatology — the scalp. Often forgotten in the broader conversation about skin health, the scalp is one of the body’s most complex ecosystems, driving everything from follicle vitality to inflammation control. “It’s not just wh...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Antony Nakhla, board-certified dermatologic surgeon and founder of Eighth Day, to explore how regenerative medicine is reshaping modern skincare. Known for bringing reconstructive precision to beauty, Dr. Nakhla shares how his background in Mohs micrographic surgery inspired a mission to apply real wound-healing science to everyday skincare — helping people look lik...

In this deeply soulful episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with May Lindstrom, founder of May Lindstrom Skin, to explore the intimate connection between sensitivity, ritual, and true nourishment. Known for her artisanal, plant-based formulations and sensory-rich approach to beauty, May shares how her lifelong struggle with eczema led her to create skincare that heals rather than hides — born from necessity, curiosity,...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Giovanna McCarthy, founder of PDO Max, to uncover the history, science, and artistry behind one of modern aesthetics’ most transformative tools — PDO threads. With over forty years of experience in medical aesthetics, Giovanna shares how her early exposure to European skincare and her mother’s story of burn recovery shaped a lifelong mission to heal, restore, and innova...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Stephanie Redmond, PharmD, PhD, and founder of Dr. Stephanie’s, to explore how pharmacology is transforming the world of supplements and functional medicine. With dual expertise in endocrinology and pharmacotherapy, Dr. Redmond offers a rare perspective on how medications, nutrients, and hormones intersect — and how precision-based formulation is reshaping metabolic...

In this Fragrance Friday episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Hamed Arefian, co-founder of House of Dastan, the niche fragrance brand blending Persian heritage, Parisian craftsmanship, and New York sophistication. Rooted in the Persian word “Dastan,” meaning “stories,” the brand reimagines perfume as a medium for cultural storytelling—where every scent is a narrative, and every bottle, a work of art.

Hamed shar...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Hannah Penn, founder of HPPY Skin, to explore how a food-industry innovation is revolutionizing skincare. The technology—High Pressure Processing (HPP)—uses 87,000 psi of cold water pressure to preserve nutrients without heat or chemicals, unlocking the true power of botanicals while keeping their biochemical integrity intact.

Inspired by her father’s pioneering work...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Brian Pla, President of JuveXO, to explore one of the most advanced—and misunderstood—frontiers in regenerative aesthetics: exosome therapy. Once dismissed as cellular waste, exosomes are now recognized as the biological messengers behind repair, regeneration, and skin rejuvenation. Brian breaks down the real science, cutting through industry hype to explain what m...

In this landmark 800th episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with the legendary Anastasia Soare, founder of Anastasia Beverly Hills and one of the most influential figures in modern beauty. Known globally as the Queen of Brows, Anastasia joins Dr. Ekta to discuss her newly released book, Raising Brows: My Story of Building a Billion-Dollar Beauty Empire. In this intimate conversation, she reflects on her remarkable jour...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Sergio Tache, founder and CEO of Dossier, the viral fragrance brand rewriting the rules of luxury. What started as a simple question—“Why should smelling good cost $150?”—has evolved into a global movement redefining access, quality, and transparency in the world of scent.

Sergio shares his unconventional journey from finance to fragrance, revealing how a curiosity f...

To celebrate the launch of YŪGEN Magazine Volume 4, we’re revisiting one of our most powerful conversations with our newest cover star, Jenny McCarthy.

In this special re-release, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Jenny to explore the journey behind Formless Beauty, her cosmetics line born from personal health battles, scientific curiosity, and an unshakable commitment to transparency. What began as a search for ...

In this masterclass episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Julie Faitg, Senior Manager of Applied Research and Regulatory Affairs at Timeline, to uncover how mitochondrial science is transforming the future of skin longevity.

Dr. Faitg challenges the familiar “powerhouse” analogy, instead calling mitochondria the “CEO of the cell.” Far from passive energy producers, these organelles orchestrate communicat...

In this special Fashion Friday episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav welcomes back fragrance expert Olya Bar for the highly anticipated Fall Fragrance Guide 2025. Together, they explore this season’s most sophisticated scent evolutions—where vanilla and oud take on richer, moodier, and more nuanced dimensions.

Olya shares how her personal and professional journey has refined her olfactory taste—moving from novelty toward depth...

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Sarah Allen, double board-certified physician, founder, and chief medical officer of Skin Clique, to explore how mobile aesthetics are transforming skin health and access to care.

Dr. Allen’s journey began with a negative patient experience—one that left her feeling dismissed and unseen. That moment sparked her mission to build Skin Clique, a brand dedicated to e...

In this special Fashion Friday episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with actress-turned-entrepreneur Lois Robbins, founder of WATSKIN, the sun-protective lifestyle brand that proves fashion and function can coexist beautifully.

Lois’s journey began with a personal health scare that forced her to rethink her relationship with the sun. Diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma and genetically predisposed to melanoma, she...