#skinthusiast: the podcast

#.067 On this week's episode of #skinthusiast: the podcast, I’m talking about one of my favorite rituals for the beginning of a new year—vision boarding! This solo episode is all about creating a vision board that actually works. I know, firsthand, how overwhelming it can be to figure out your goals for the upcoming year. This episode's intention is to give you tangible steps from my personal process to create a board tha...

#066 Sarah Lee, the co-founder of Glow Recipe, has been someone you all have been requesting to be on the podcast for months now. I am so excited to say that the time has officially come. Sarah is my guest week and she is sharing all her suggestions on how to level up your skincare routine, while exploring the philosophy of K-Beauty! She also shares her personal journey, skincare wisdom, and the story behind her iconic brand. I tru...

We are back with another SOLO episode! You guys have been loving these and I have received so many requests to talk about my hair journey—so here it is! While I hear compliments on my hair now regularly, it hasn't always been this way. I've been on the other side, too—dealing with hair that was so damaged it was literally breaking off at the ends.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact steps, products, and tips ...

On this week's skinthusiast: the podcast episode, I am being joined by Dr. Shannon Ritchey, physical therapist and founder of Evlo Fitness. We are discussing the connection between fitness, muscle building, and overall wellness. This episode is packed with expert advice on how to optimize your workouts, balance cardio and strength training, and incorporate fitness during pregnancy. If you’ve ever wondered how building muscle i...

#063 I’m so excited to share this week’s episode with you—it’s packed with insights to level up your skincare, haircare, and wellness routines! Whether you’re navigating the world of retinoids, prepping your skin for big events, or tackling hair damage, this episode has you covered. Here’s what you can look forward to:

🎙️ In This Episode, We Explore:

🧴 All things retinoids, specifically the differences between Adapalene and Tretino...

#062 SHE'S BACK! I have had so many requests to have Susan Yara back on the podcast, so I am beyond excited to say that she will be joining me on this week's episode. Susan Yara is a beauty industry veteran, the founder of Naturium, & a wealth of knowledge when it comes to skin/beauty! Susan opens up about her personal experiences with fillers, lasers, and facials, sharing what she’s loved, regretted, and how motherho...

#061 This week, I have Brooke DeVard from the Naked Beauty podcast joining me to discuss all things pregnancy and skincare. This episode is dedicated to navigating pregnancy-safe skincare. We cover everything from understanding melasma triggers, to finding the best way to maintain healthy skin during pregnancy. I can't wait for you to listen & share your thoughts! ❤️

🎙️ In This Episode We Discuss:

💡 How pregnancy affects s...

#060 I'm beyond excited to dive into this week's Solo episode all about the Winter Arc! We're talking about how to make small, intentional changes now in the fall to set ourselves up for the best start to 2025 possible. My goal is to basically take inventory of my life and set the groundwork for the new year—so I am already feeling my best by January 1st! I hope this episode inspires you to do the same.

🎙️ In This Ep...

#059 In this week's episode, I sat down with Dr. Ewoma Ukelegh, a renowned cosmetic and medical doctor from the UK who has such refreshing & brilliant insights on skincare, injectables, and health. We discuss her unique approach to skincare through each decade, her thoughts on injectables, and her personal journey in aesthetics. This episode is jam packed with eye-opening advice.

🎙️ In This Episode, We Explore:

👀 Essenti...

#058 As you might know, every Sunday I host a Q&A on my stories. While I try to get to as many questions as possible during my 10 minute LED treatmetn, I always have so many questions remaining. So, we are back with another Solo Q&A for this week's skinthusiast: the podcast episode! Whether you’re curious about managing melasma after pregnancy, tackling cystic acne, or choosing the best budget-friendly SPF, this episod...

#057 I'm SO excited to share this week's conversation with Sam Cutler! Sam is a literal powerhouse in social media and an inspiration for so many in the realm of health and wellness. With over a decade of experience in marketing and content creation, Sam now dedicates her expertise to helping women embrace a healthier lifestyle through her app, MINDFULL.

Not only do we chat about her journey from chronically unwell to heal...

#056 On Today’s episode, Amy talks about what the science says about eating for skin health, how she tracks her metabolic health, what workouts she does to keep her skin looking its best and her favorite resources on the topic of overall metabolic health and how that translates to the health of our skin.

Key Takeaways:

• Higher glucose levels may accelerate skin aging by affecting collagen.
• Low glycemic index foods and healthy fats ...

#055 This week Amy is joined by Dr Michelle Wong, PhD aka LabMuffinBeautyScience, a science educator and cosmetic chemist. Dr. Wong is as thorough as thorough can be and she prioritized evidence-based science education above all else.

Tune is as Michelle busts pervasive beauty myths about pore clogging ingredients, rosemary oil for hair loss, hyaluronic acid, the EWG, EU banning hundreds more ingredients than the US, DIY sunscreen, ...

#054 In this solo Q&A episode, I review several crucial skincare concerns brought up by my followers. I debunk myths surrounding red light therapy and facial fat loss. I elaborate on my favorite products, including the Alpyn Beauty plumping lip mask and the CND Vinyl Lux nail polish, offering tiny, effective shifts to enhance your routines.

Additionally, I address the effectiveness of oral collagen, skincare routines for the bod...

#053 In today’s episode I’m joined by Cosmetic Dermatology legend, best selling author and skincare icon Dr. Leslie Baumann, the expert that I received all my training under. Dr. Leslie Baumann is an absolute pioneer in the skincare world. Her work in cosmeceuticals and cosmetic dermatology paved the way for dermatologists and skin experts today. 

Dr. Baumann dedicates her time to helping people understand their Baumann Sk...

#052 In today’s episode I’m breaking down my entire transitional fall routine from my full skincare routine, the new serum I’m using to tackle that post-summer hyperpigmentation, how i’ve amped up my fitness routine from home, my new walking pad, the beauty products I’ve been loving for fall and even the supplements I’ve been using the last few months including one of the first ever ingestible skincare products I have actually stoo...

#051 Beyond excited to release this episode of #skinthusiast: the podcast, with Jill Dunn and Carleen Higgins, long-time beauty editors and co-hosts of the Breaking Beauty podcast. Jill and Carleen have years of experience in the beauty industry, so they bring a wealth of knowledge about beauty trends, effective products, and celebrity encounters.

 In This Episode, We Explore:

 The latest updates directly from experts who know the b...

#050 In this episode of #skinthusiast, join Amy as she dives into your most pressing skincare questions! From postpartum skincare tips, the best product recommendations to understanding retinoid alternatives, this episode is packed with expert advice. Amy also discusses the do's and don'ts of using lip care products (this is for those of you addicted to chapstick), tips to manage mild rosacea, and why you should think twi...

#049 On today’s episode Gracie Norton graces us with her insight. Gracie is a wellness guru who has shared her experiences all over social media and amassed a huge following of women seeking her insight and tips. She took her health in her own hands after gaining weight rapidly, losing hair and experiencing cystic acne- ultimately being diagnosed with PCOS.

We discuss how reducing her grip on diet and exercise actually helped her be...