Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon™

Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon™

The hot new location for all your beauty needs. Learn how to stay beautiful on the inside and out with advice from Kay Durairaj, MD, a top plastic surgeon from Los Angeles, California. This podcast will feature the inside scoop on trends in plastic surgery, botox, fillers, beauty, and wellness. Guest stars will include influencers, entrepreneurs, and other top plastic surgeons across the country. Stay tuned for Beauty Bytes, and follow us on Instagram @beautybydrkay.

Episodes

773: Fibroblasts: Quiet Engines to Boost Collagen

October 24, 2025 • 13 mins
Fibroblasts are the quiet engines that rebuild your collagen, keep skin firm and springy, and help you hold a healthy, lasting glow. That glow lives in your fibroblasts, so let's learn how to feed them well with daily SPF, vitamin C, peptides, and night repair, then boost their output with targeted treatments that stimulate fresh collagen for firmer, smoother, more resilient skin. And book a consult to build your personalized ...
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772: Healthy Hormones and Wellness Ways with Dr. Mary Simpson

October 21, 2025 • 17 mins
Your hormones tell a powerful story about your body, your mood, your energy, and your pleasure. In this episode of Beauty Bytes, I sit down with Dr. Mary Simpson, a board-certified OB/GYN and menopause expert who has dedicated her career to helping women understand and embrace their sexual health.
Dr. Simpson is the founder and medical director of SeaMist MedSpa @inseamistmedspa_  in Rhode Island, where she blends hormone ...
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771: Mitochondrial Health: The Hidden Foundation of Youth

October 17, 2025 • 40 mins
✨ Your mitochondria are the powerhouses inside every cell — the engines that keep your skin glowing, your brain sharp, and your energy steady. Over time, stress, poor sleep, toxins, and aging can slow them down. When your mitochondria struggle, you feel it everywhere: fatigue, slower recovery, dull skin, inflammation, and accelerated aging.

The good news? You can support and rebuild mitochondrial health with smart lif...
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770: Redefining Recovery: Stem Cells and Spine Health with Dr. Jeffrey Gross

October 14, 2025 • 40 mins
This week on Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay, I’m sitting down with Dr. Jeffrey Gross- a board-certified neurological surgeon, spine specialist, and outspoken regenerative medicine advocate who’s redefining what patient care can look like.

Licensed in California and Nevada, Dr. Gross runs spine practices in Orange County and Henderson, where he merges advanced surgical techniques with biohacking and longevity medicine. Name...
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769: The Natural Look: Rhinoplasty Requests and Trends

October 10, 2025 • 8 mins
Rhinoplasty has always been one of the most requested procedures in facial plastic surgery, but in recent years there has been a major shift in what patients are looking for. What are theses requests and what's changed in patient goals? Find out more in today's Five Minute Friday. 
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768: Sleep for Success: Dr. Andrea Mastumura

October 7, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kay Durairaj talks with sleep medicine specialist Dr. Andrea Matsumura about the deep connection between sleep and overall health. They discuss the effects of sleep deprivation, the role of melatonin in regulating our circadian rhythm, and how caffeine disrupts restorative sleep. Dr. Matsumura also explains the science behind sleep apnea, the histo...
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767: Microneedling: Moving the Needle in Skin Rejuvenation and Collagen Reproduction

October 3, 2025 • 8 mins
In this Five Minute Friday, I’m breaking down how advanced microneedling goes way beyond skin-deep results. When paired with powerful treatments like PRP, platelet-derived growth factors (PDGF), and exosomes, microneedling can supercharge your collagen, improve texture, and boost glow. I’ll share the key steps for getting the best outcomes while minimizing risks—so you’ll understand why microneedling still stands as one of the...
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766: Step Into Health: Mark Sisson on Peluva and the Science of Barefoot Living

September 30, 2025 • 48 mins
Mark Sisson is a former elite endurance athlete, best-selling author, and entrepreneur known for pioneering the Primal lifestyle movement. After founding Primal Kitchen, he launched Peluva with his son Kyle to create a barefoot-style shoe that blends science, comfort, and everyday wearability. Designed with individual toe articulation, zero-drop soles, and lightweight construction, Peluva helps restore natural foot function, i...
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765: Five Minute Friday: Chemical Peels and Fall Feels!

September 29, 2025 • 6 mins
Hi loves, welcome to this week's Five Minute Friday! Chemical peels can revitalize your skin and give you a fresh start. There are 3 types of chemical peels, each created to give a different finish and effect. There's superficial, medium-depth, and deep peels. Can you guess which are the most penetrative or light? No need, I'll tell you right now! When your skin is in need of a peel, exfoliation, or pamper session, come see me...
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764: The Woman Who Brought Botox to Beauty: Dr. Jean Carruthers

September 23, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I sit down with Dr. Jean Carruthers, the globally recognized pioneer who, alongside her husband Dr. Alastair Carruthers, revolutionized aesthetics by introducing Botox as a cosmetic treatment. Her research and vision transformed the field, making Botox the most widely performed cosmetic procedure in the world.
We cover today’s most important topics...
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763: Salmon DNA: Would You Inject This into Your Face?

September 19, 2025 • 17 mins

Polynucleotides, Skin Boosters, Patient Safety - Join us in this week's Five Minute Friday as we explore the fascinating world of polynucleotides, a groundbreaking development in aesthetics! Dr. Kay shares her insights on how these DNA-derived substances, particularly from highly purified salmon sperm, are making waves in Korea and now catching attention in the U.S. We discuss the molecular biology behind polynucleotides, along...

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763: Longevity, Love & Wellness: Insights from Susan Bratton

September 16, 2025 • 61 mins
Susan Bratton is an intimacy expert, entrepreneur, and trusted voice in the field of sexual wellness and personal relationships. Known as the “Dear Abby of Sex,” she is the co-founder and CEO of Personal Life Media, where she creates and shares programs that help people improve intimacy, communication, and connection with their partners. Through her work, Susan empowers individuals and couples to reignite passion, expand thei...
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762: Hyperpigmentation: Best Practices for Best Skin

September 12, 2025 • 11 mins
Struggling with stubborn dark spots or uneven skin tone? You’re not alone. This week on Five Minute Friday, I’m talking all about hyperpigmentation; what causes it (think sun, hormones, breakouts, or even skin trauma) and what actually works to fade it. 🌞✨ From daily sunscreen and calming treatments to powerhouse ingredients like vitamin C, kojic acid, and niacinamide, I’ll share my favorite ways to brighten and protect your ...
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761: Circadian Secrets: Sunlight, Skin & Longevity with Zaid Dahhaj

September 9, 2025 • 38 mins
On this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I’m joined by Zaid K. Dahhaj, circadian biology coach, writer, and co-founder of The 2AM Podcast. After losing his father to heart disease, Zaid dedicated his work to helping others live healthier and longer by aligning with the body’s natural rhythms. We talk about how to optimize your circadian rhythm for better energy and longevity, why your body ne...
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760: Being Fall Forward: Boost Your Immune System, Boost Your Glow

September 5, 2025 • 9 mins
On Today's Five Minute Friday, listen to why it's key to think of how well you support your immune as part of your beauty plan! A weak immune system works against your treatments- causing more swelling, slower recovery, and less collagen response. A strong immune system works with your treatments meaning it will amplify results, shorten downtime, and keep your skin vibrant and youthful. Your immune system is your best beauty a...
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759: From OR to On-Screen: Dr. Tiffany Moon’s Journey Through Medicine & Media

September 2, 2025 • 40 mins
In this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I sit down with Dr. Tiffany Moon, an accomplished anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and TV personality. We talk about her journey from the operating room to the spotlight during COVID, and how she’s grown multiple businesses while balancing motherhood and family life. Tiffany shares her experience navigating media, medicine, and entrepreneurship with hon...
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758: Summer Skin Recovery: Repairing Your Barrier for Fall

August 29, 2025 • 11 mins
Summer heat takes a toll on your skin. In this week’s podcast, we’re talking dryness, irritation, and the breakdown of your lipid barrier. This natural barrier is your shield against environmental stressors, and when it’s disrupted, inflammation follows. As the season shifts, it’s the perfect time to repair and restore. We’ll cover why ceramide-rich moisturizers matter, how hydrating soaks help replenish, and why it’s smart to...
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757: Best Solutions for Aging Hair & Hair Loss with Jess Hallock

August 29, 2025 • 28 mins
Hair extensions, thinning, and toppers- what’s the best option when navigating hair aging and hair loss? Jess Hallock is a nationally recognized hair expert and salon owner known for her artistry with extensions, toppers, and advanced hair solutions. As the founder of a premier 6,000 sq. ft. salon in Gilbert, Arizona, she leads a team dedicated to helping women achieve natural, confidence-boosting transformations. With more th...
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756: The Key to Anti-Aging & Wellness: Glutathione

August 22, 2025 • 12 mins
When it comes to protecting your body from aging and stress, glutathione deserves the spotlight; in today's Five Minute Friday- we breakdown exactly why we love glutathione! This antioxidant is produced naturally from amino acids and acts as your internal shield against free radicals and toxins. It doesn’t just fight oxidative stress—it also helps recycle other antioxidants, keeping your defense system running smoothly.
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755: The Future of Skin: Sophie Bai on Making Aging Optional

August 20, 2025 • 32 mins
What if aging wasn’t inevitable? In this episode, I sit down with Sophie Bai, a visionary scientist and entrepreneur at the cutting edge of skin longevity. We dive into the latest breakthroughs in skin science, molecular biology, and biohacking beauty—and ask the bold question: is aging optional? From targeting the root causes of cellular decline to rethinking how we define beauty over time, Sophie shares her mission to develo...
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