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
November 18, 2025 • 52 mins
In this power-packed episode, I sit down with longevity expert Dr. Elizabeth Yurth to dismantle popular biohacking trends and get down to the cellular root of aging. We dive deep into why mitochondrial dysfunction is often the culprit behind chronic fatigue—especially post-viral exposure—and Dr. Yurth walks me through her safety-first "replacement strategy" for cycling peptides like Thymosin Alpha-1, BPC-157, and GHK-Cu to res...
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November 14, 2025 • 8 mins
Happy Friday, Beauty Byters!
In this week’s Five Minute Friday, I am joined by my patient Samantha who is the co-founder of Links Financial! We talk about starting small with filler because you want people to take you seriously, to pick lips that fit your branding- but to not get tied to a stereotype. Samantha believes that looking more powerful and attractive can make her feel even more confident in the boardroom, a...
In this week’s Five Minute Friday, I am joined by my patient Samantha who is the co-founder of Links Financial! We talk about starting small with filler because you want people to take you seriously, to pick lips that fit your branding- but to not get tied to a stereotype. Samantha believes that looking more powerful and attractive can make her feel even more confident in the boardroom, a...
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November 11, 2025 • 34 mins
Join Dr. Kay for a deep dive into cosmetic science with Patricia "Trish" Boland, SVP of R&D at Colorescience. This episode explores the critical importance of the skin barrier, its surprising connection to systemic health (including the gut and brain), and the latest innovations in mineral sunscreens that protect against UV, HEV (blue light), and IR. The main focus is a revolutionary new concept: stimulating the skin's own...
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November 11, 2025 • 49 mins
Join Dr. Kay and renowned female longevity expert Kayla Barnes for a comprehensive discussion on optimal health, moving far beyond "normal" lab ranges to an optimal state. Kayla breaks down essential longevity strategies, from tailoring sleep and exercise protocols to the female cycle and structuring supplements into three categories (baseline, protocol-based, and longevity molecules), to pursuing advanced testing like NMR pan...
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November 7, 2025 • 7 mins
In this Five Minute Friday, we dive into the incredible health benefits of sea moss, a nutrient-dense superfood making waves in the wellness world. From boosting immunity to enhancing skin health and digestion, sea moss offers a natural remedy for a variety of concerns. Tune in to discover how incorporating sea moss into your daily routine can elevate your overall well-being.
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October 31, 2025 • 9 mins
Is your skin missing that extra boost, that oomf? On today's episode of Five Minute Friday, we're getting into Peptides- the science, the benefits, and the POWER they contain.
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October 28, 2025 • 44 mins
Today I'm sharing my conversation with the amazing Alisha Merlo on her podcast, Know Your Skin, and an energizing conversation on practical longevity tools, how and when to use peptides, and which supplements support your journey to healthier skin, better energy, and long-term wellness; we covered simple daily habits, safety and monitoring, and how to personalize a smart, evidence-based plan—listen now and share a friend who’s...
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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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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 ...
Dr. Simpson is the founder and medical director of SeaMist MedSpa @inseamistmedspa_ in Rhode Island, where she blends hormone ...
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October 17, 2025 • 8 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...
The good news? You can support and rebuild mitochondrial health with smart lif...
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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...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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...
We cover today’s most important topics...
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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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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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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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