Science-Backed or Hype? Dr. Whitney Bowe Sorts Fact From Fiction for the Ultimate Skincare Routine

Peptide hype, PDRN efficacy and eye creams that promise an upper lid lift—we’re putting today’s biggest skincare claims to the test!Board-certified dermatologist and research scientist Dr. Whitney Bowe  (@drwhitneybowe) returns to help us separate clinical proof from marketing hype. Creator of the viral “skin cycling trend and author of more than 40 scientific papers, Dr. Bowe gives us the ultimate insider’s guide to building a routine rooted in real science.Please note this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a dermatologist for personal skincare advice.In this episode, you’ll hear expert insights from our guest on:The “pyramid of evidence”: how to differentiate between ingredient supplier data, consumer surveys, instrument-measured results and peer-reviewed studiesSkin-care “staples” versus “extra credit,” and why the core routine hasn’t changed in decadesPeptides 101: signalling peptides versus wrinkle-relaxing neuropeptides such as argireline, and which peptides are worth itVitamin C alternatives for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin, including THD ascorbate and astaxanthinWhy PDRN gives you an instant glow but likely no long-term benefitsThe truth about exosomes: bioengineered versus human-derived versus plant-derived, and how Dr. Bowe went from skeptic to believerMoisturizer with SPF versus separate sunscreen, and the two- to three-finger ruleHer exact skin-cycling routine, step by step, plus her pick for retinoid-sensitive skinDark spots, melasma versus sun spots, and when to turn to lasersStay tuned to the end for a rapid-fire “science-backed or hype?” round on PDRN, hypochlorous acid, Volufiline, bemotrizinol, niacinamide, NAD+ and more Shop everything mentioned in this video here: DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY | Peptide + HA Plumping Serum Use code DWBBEAUTY10 to save 10%*DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY | Exo-Plex Eye Crea Use code DWBBEAUTY10 to save 10%*DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY | Daily Staples Use code DWBBEAUTY10 to save 10%**Dr Whitney Bowe Beauty DTC code expires Nov 20 2026. One-time purchase only. 10% off full order. ANUA | PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Moisturizing CreamMEDIK8 | Liquid Peptides Serum CASSATT BEAUTY | La Pommade (Use Code Beauty15 to save) LA ROCHE-POSAY | Cicaplast Baume B5+ (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)VASELINE | Healing Jelly OriginalBEAUTY BY JOSEON SPF 50 Relief Sun: PERSONAL DAY | Trust Me On This Hypochlorous Acid SprayTOWER 28 | SOS Rescue SprayREJURAN | Dual Effect Ampoule SerumMEDICUBE | PDRN Pink Collagen Gel MaskDR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY - P46 Peptide + HA Plumping Serum (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY - Exo-Plex™ Collagen Renewal Eye Cream: (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY - Retinal Night Advanced 0.1% Retinal Firming Treatment:  (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)Outfit links:Jill: Cashmere Relaxed T-ShirtThe Mylie Ballet FlatJeansCarlene:Check Collar Cotton Polo Shirt (similar)Glasses (Similar)EMI JAY | Big Effing Hair Clip - ButtercreamThe Ada Pump - Black Nappa💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook Group Newsletter SignupPodcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Skin Cycling 101, Niacinamide for Newbs, UV Gel Mani News & Is My Botox Wearing Off Faster? Ft. Dermatologist Dr. Whitney BoweK-Beauty Secrets: Dermatologist Dr. David Kim on Salmon DNA, Glass Skin & Anti-AgingSkincare Terms to Know Before Your Next Dermatologist Visit with Dr. Samantha Ellis PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  Osea MalibuOsea Malibu is beloved for its luxe and clean skincare that’s powered by the sea. Try their award-winning Undaria Algae Body Oil - it absorbs like a dream or the silky and nourishing Undaria Algae Body Butter. Go to OSEAMalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code BEAUTY.NutrafolNutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand AND it’s the #1 hair growth supplement brand personally used by dermatologists. Now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $15 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING. ConairConair is here for hair — all hair, all people, all styles. Here for Hair, Conair. Don’t miss their best deals of the season on trending Conair hair tools on Amazon.ca this October.  *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Is azelaic acid overhyped or underrated? Do spicule treatments really work? What is the most worth-it luxury skincare splurge? In this special crossover episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Angelo Landriscina, MD, FAAD (@dermangelo) and cosmetic chemist Ramón Pagán (@GlowByRamón), co-hosts of the Divine Skintervention podcast join us to set the record straight. Dr. Angelo is a New York City-based dermatologist, scientific researcher, content creator and founder of Soul-A.  Ramón Pagán is a New York City-based cosmetic chemist, product developer, esthetician and creator.  (Pssst: since this is a crossover podswap, so be sure to head over to the Divine Skintervention feed to catch us on their show.)In this episode, you’ll hear expert insights from our guests on:The truth behind the viral azelaic acid online debate and formulation pHWhy silica spicules or “liquid microneedling” are sparking cautionary warnings from the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD), and criticism from independent dermatologistsHyaluronic acid versus glycerin: debunking the classic 1,000x water-holding hydration mythThe arrival of BEMT sunscreen filters in the U.S. market, formulation challenges, and the precise reason that has the industry excitedHow our expert guests evaluate brand partnerships—prioritizing realistic efficacy over cash grabsSurprise! Why the Divine Skinterventionists are defending high-end luxury “skinvestments” against internet hateIndustry red flags: why Ramón calls out historical marketing tactics and Dr. Angelo shares his strict stance on supplements and single-use face towelsPlus, a rapid-fire round revealing their ultimate desert island beauty productsShop everything mentioned in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/8231018ANUA | Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum ULTRA VIOLETTE - Unblock Screen SPF 50 Non-Acnegenic Facial Sunscreen with Bemotrizinol and Zinc Oxide: Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Daily Face Sunscreen SPF 70 With BEMTNeutrogena Clear Face Sunscreen Acne-Prone Skin SPF 60 With BEMT LA MER | Crème De La Mer MoisturizerLA MER - The Lip BalmLA MER - The Eye ConcentrateESTÉE LAUDER - Advanced Night Repair Serum Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex: SOUL-A | Scarf-001FENTY BEAUTY -  Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Liquid FoundationSOUL-A | VisorD'ALBA - Waterfull Essence SunScreenVT COSMETICS | Reedle Shot 100YSL Blush🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:How To Shop For Skincare Like A Cosmetic Chemist, Featuring Ramón PagánThe First New FDA Sunscreen Filter in 20 Years: BEMT Explained with Ultra Violette's Ava MatthewsMeet Sofie Pavitt, The “IRL Face Tuner” Who's Magically Transforming People's SkinPROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  Jones Road BeautyModern-day makeup that's clean, strategic, and multifunctional for effortless routines. Check out the Bobbi Kit 6.0! And for a limited time our listeners are getting a FREE full sized Mascara on their first purchase when they use code BEAUTY at checkout. Just head to JonesRoadbBauty.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them Breaking Beauty Podcast sent you.Cowboy ColostrumTry the new Pumpkin Spice before it’s gone — it’s a limited run. Head to cowboycolostrum.com/beauty and use code Beauty at checkout for 25% off.GoodrReady to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable? Head to goodr.com/BEAUTY to claim $10 off your first order. QUINCEFind the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Breaking Beauty Podcast. It’s the best way to support the show.ConairConair is here for hair — all hair, all people, all styles. Here for Hair, Conair. Don’t miss our best deals of the season on trending Conair hair tools on Amazon.ca this October.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Pls note this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a dermatologist for personal skincare concerns.💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook Group Newsletter SignupPodcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/ Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Mikayla Nogueira is not holding back: “I'm probably considered the most untrustworthy influencer in beauty,” says the 28-year-old self-taught makeup artist, founder and creator with more than 21 million (!!) fans across social media. As POV Beauty debuts at Sephora, we sit down with the TikTok superstar–and the secrets are coming out.In this episode, you’ll hear about:How years of working at Ulta inspired POV Beauty, and why Mikayla ultimately chose Sephora when both retailers came callingThe filter debate that inspired her “Beauty From Every Angle” campaignThe wave of one-star reviews that hit before the line officially launched in stores, and how the founder bounced backWhy she loves rage bait (yes, really) What happened with the “Mascaragate” cancellation and how she became the face of a L'Oréal mascara in spite of it all The amount of money she spends on makeup a month–despite being sent mountains of free product in PRHer thoughts on this year's foundation reformulations, and why Mikayla’s stockpiling talc-based powdersA teaser of what she’s cooking up next for POV Beauty - what she says is going to be their biggest launch yetPlus, stay tuned to the end for a fun round of rapid fire to find out the one skincare product she’d panic-buy if it were suddenly discontinuedWatch and subscribe on YouTube Shop everything mentioned in this video here: SHEAMOISTURE | African Black Bar SoapPOV Beauty | Glaze It Glazey Tack Primer with Glycerin and NiacinamidePOINT OF VIEW. - Snatch It Face Ampoule Serum with Pdrn and PeptidesPOINT OF VIEW. - Snatch It Eye Serum with Pdrn and PeptidesPOINT OF VIEW. - Chill It Plumping Water MoisturizerPOV Beauty | Drip It Nourishing Glow SerumPOV Beauty | Drench It Soothing Priming Milk with Rice WaterONE/SIZE BY PATRICK STARRR | On 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting SprayTATE MCRAE - TATE 01 Eau De ParfumLEMME | PurrFENTY BEAUTY - Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear FoundationARMANI | Luminous Silk FoundationCHARLOTTE TILBURY - Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting PowderGIVENCHY | Prisme Libre Blurring & Color-Correcting Matte Pressed PowderHUDA BEAUTY | Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting PowderMAYBELLINE - Fit Me Matte + Poreless Powder Foundation Makeup POINT OF VIEW. - Amp It Amplifying High-Shine Smoothing Lip Balm AmpouleL’ORÉAL PARIS | Extensionist MascaraFRECK | The Original Freckle PenPATRICK TA | Major Headlines Blush Duo - She's Blushing: PATRICK TA | Major Headlines Blush Duo - She Knows Who She Is RHODE SKIN | Carabiner Limited Edition CollectibleRHODE SKIN Pocket Pearl Blush WESTMAN ATELIER | The Eyeshadow Holiday Edit Palette Limited-Edition COVERGIRL - Clean Fresh Yummy Big Oil StickPOINT OF VIEW. - Limited Holiday Amp (K)it Edit Lip Trio Makeup Gift Set: POINT OF VIEW. - Whip It Hydrating Whipped CreamPOINT OF VIEW MINI JET DUO SKINCARE GIFT SET LIMITED EDITION MORPHE | ChromaPlus 12-Pan Eyeshadow PaletteDERMALOGICA | Precleanse Cleansing Oil DOLCE GLOW | Lusso Self-Tanning Mousse  PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!   Coyuchi Coyuchi is the original organic bedding brand that’s been setting the standard since 1991, before organic was a trend. Visit coyuchi.com/breakingbeauty for 15% off your first purchase of the most comfortable bedding you’ll ever own. Some exclusions apply. NutrafolNutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand AND it’s the #1 hair growth supplement brand personally used by dermatologists. Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING. Quince Find the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Breaking Beauty Podcast. It’s the best way to support the show.ConairConair is here for hair — all hair, all people, all styles. Whether you’re crimping, curling, combing it out or going for any kind of blowout, Conair is here for it. Don’t miss their best deals of the season on trending Conair hair tools on Amazon.ca this October. 🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Meet The TikTok-Famous Makeup Artist Who's Single-Handedly Making Beauty Products Go Viral, Mikayla NogueiraMikayla Makeup Returns! 6 Products She’s Buying For The Upcoming Sephora Sale, The One Blush She Talks About “Obsessively” and The Real Reason She Never Gets FacialsMega Beauty Influencer Jackie Aina on Diversity in Beauty, Her New Brand, Forvr Mood & Her Best Foundation Hack Ever💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook Group Newsletter SignupPodcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene HigginsJill Dunn*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya  Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fall is officially here, and we're breaking down the biggest, buzziest beauty launches you need on your radar. From viral under-eye concealers and red-carpet-worthy serum foundations to skin-soothing K-beauty barrier care and heavy-duty makeup removers, we're reviewing the top-performing makeup and skincare products of the season.You'll hear about:A much-buzzed-about under-eye brightening pot concealer, plus the story behind its recent social media dust-up with Molly Sims's YISE Beauty and how it was resolved.Jill test-drives an illuminating, olive-tone-friendly formula that delivers a seamless, candlelit under-eye finish.Carlene highlights a derm-backed K-beauty favourite for calming sensitized skin and protecting the moisture barrier, just in time for cold weather.A new weightless serum foundation with a streamlined, neutral-undertone shade range, designed by Selena Gomez's and Anne Hathaway's longtime makeup artist.We put a milky, barrier-supporting cleanser with clinical backing to the ultimate one-step makeup removal test.Shop everything in this episode here:WESTMAN ATELIER - Suprême Bio-Complex Liquid Foundation With Exosomes + Peptides: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90212703JONES ROAD | Wide Awake Brightening Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90070357JONES ROAD | Wide Awake Brightening Neutralizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90070554JONES ROAD BEAUTY | The Face Pencil Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90070735LISA ELDRIDGE - Luminist Buildable Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90071327LISA ELDRIDGE - Micro Face Buffing Brush - Seamless Blend Brush: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90071862DIOR - Forever On Set Powder Blurring Translucent Loose Setting Powder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90072188HUNG VANNGO BEAUTY | Beauty Red Carpet Skin Luminous Longwear Serum Foundation: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90072348SAIE - SuperSuede Baked Eyeshadow with 16hr Wear: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90073142HUNG VANNGO BEAUTY - Timeless Taupes Color Story Eyeshadow Palette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90073862MAKEUP BY MARIO | Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90074047FEL BEAUTY - Kissylips Comfy Hydrating Peptide Lip Mask Treatment: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90075550FEL BEAUTY | Kissylips Hydrating High Shine Lip And Cheek Balm: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90074497INNBEAUTY PROJECT - Extreme Cleanse Milky Micellar Barrier-Repair Cleanser: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90076293INNBEAUTY PROJECT | Extreme Cream Firming & Lifting Moisturizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90120334AESTURA | AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90120493DR.FORHAIR | Dr. FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Shampoo for Thinning Hair: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90120698Dr. FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Sea Salt Scalp Exfoliator with Sea Salt: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90123775DR.FORHAIR | Dr. FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Scalp Conditioning Mask for Thinning Hair: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90124323UNOVE | UNOVE Deep Damage Repair Hydrating Hair Mask: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90124527PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  Medik8: Exciting news! Medik8 is now available both in-store and online at Sephora (both US and Canada). Visit Medik8.us and use code Breaking20 for 20% off your first order.Cowboy ColostrumTry the new Pumpkin Spice before it’s gone — it’s a limited run. Head to cowboycolostrum.com/beauty and use code Beauty at checkout. That’s 25% off when you use code Beauty .CoyuchiCoyuchi is everyday luxury you can feel good about bringing into your home. Visit coyuchi.com/breakingbeauty for 15% off your first purchase of the most comfortable bedding you’ll ever own. Some exclusions apply.TumbleMachine-washable rugs, made better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off plus free shipping at tumbleliving.com/BEAUTY. #Tumble #adQuinceFind the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* 🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Best Foundations 2026: Why Armani, NARS & Estée Lauder REFORMULATED (+ New Holy Grails)Bobbi Brown Reveals Her Makeup Secrets & Career Tips: Jones Road Miracle Balm & "Still Bobbi" MemoirHung Vanngo: Celebrity Makeup Artist's Eyeshadow Secrets, Wedding Glam Musts and Best Eyeliner Tips💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook Group Newsletter SignupPodcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/ Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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What actually happens to skin when your hormones change? In this unfiltered episode, we sit down with powerhouse (twin!!) sisters Dr. Florence Comite, Yale & NIH-trained endocrinologist and author of the NY Times Bestseller: Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer and board-certified dermatologist Dr. Harriet Comite to connect the dots between hormones, endocrinology and skin health.You’ll hear about:The perimenopause skin shift: Why fluctuating estrogen and plunging testosterone wreck your skin pH, leaving your barrier and microbiome vulnerable to skin chaos.Defying your genetic destiny: Dr. Florence breaks down her longevity playbook for rewriting your health span through epigenetics, deep sleep, and tracking the right biomarkers before stuff hits the fan.Acne & barrier health: Why adult breakouts demand serious intervention and why your basic bar soap belongs nowhere near your face.Peptides & GLP-1s demystified: The systemic reality of GLP-1 weight loss, rapid volume loss, and what actually happens when Silicon Valley bro-stacks BPC-157 and GHK-Cu ("the glow injection").Topical estrogen myth vs. reality: The science behind applying prescription estrogen cream on your face versus what systemic Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) actually delivers.Biomarkers you cannot ignore: The five metabolic markers that Dr. Florence says you need to know now to empower your future healthSun protection & vitamin D: The critical breakdown between UVA and UVB damage, and why your daily mineral SPF 50+ needs a serious oral vitamin D3/K2 backup.Disclaimer: Please note the discussion in today’s podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.Shop everything mentioned in this video here: https://shopmy.us/collections/7775269Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny To Live Better, Longer (AMAZON USA): https://go.shopmy.us/p-88398576Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny To Live Better, Longer (AMAZON CA): https://go.shopmy.us/p-88398633Oura Ring (AMAZON CA): https://go.shopmy.us/p-88399550AMAZON USA | Oura Ring: https://go.shopmy.us/p-88399608STELO - Wearable Glucose Biosensor: https://go.shopmy.us/p-88399636ABBOTT - Lingo CGM Biosensor: https://go.shopmy.us/p-88400306CYMBIOTIKA | Liposomal Vitamin D3 + K2 + CoQ10 Tangerine Dietary Supplement: https://go.shopmy.us/p-88400760Advanced Skincare by Harriet Comite MD | Sheer Physical Sunscreen Cream SPF 50: https://go.shopmy.us/p-88401014PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!   OneSkinBorn from over 10 years of longevity research, OneSkin is helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code BREAKINGBEAUTY at oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent youOseaClean, seaweed-powered skincare from the sea. Go to OSEAMalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code BEAUTY. NutrafolSee thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair with less shedding in just 3–6 months. Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING. CoyuchiCoyuchi is everyday luxury you can feel good about bringing into your home. Visit coyuchi.com/breakingbeauty for 15% off your first purchase of the most comfortable bedding you’ll ever own. Some exclusions applyWacoalSupport for every you. Underneath it all, lies Wacoal. Visit WACOAL.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. Offer valid for new customers only. Limit one code per customer.🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Acne Secrets, Accutane Myths & More with Dermatologist Dr. Amy Wechsler The *New* Rules of Skin Brightening, Laser “Stacking” and Why Everyone is Freaking Out Over Xerf with Dermatologist Dr. Tia PaulVagina Care Do’s & Don’ts with Dr. Jen Gunter, Social Media’s Resident Gyno and Anti-GOOP Advocate💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingbeautypodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeautypodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1401081996684767Newsletter Signup: https://breakingbeautypodcast.substack.com/Podcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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The first FDA-approved UV filter in 20+ years is finally here! This week we're breaking down everything you need to know about bemotrizinol (a.k.a. BEMT), the buzzy sunscreen filter that’s hitting vanities this month, with Ava Matthews, co-founder of Ultra Violette. The cult Aussie brand’s Supreme Screen SPF 50 sells somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, but last year, they had to pull one product from the market after Choice testing showed that the SPF protection did not measure up to the amount on the label. Listen in as Ava takes us behind the scenes behind this shocking and costly event, and the steps they've taken to regain customer trust.In this episode you'll discover:What BEMT actually is — and what makes it different than other UV filters on the marketWhy BEMT is a god-send for acne-prone girlies, like the brand’s first-to-Sephora BEMT drop, Unblock ScreenThe truth about “100% mineral” sunscreens vs. sneaky hybrid formulas — and the boosters to be on the lookout for on the labelThe real talk on "Sunscreen Gate" — the recall that made headlines around the world, what actually happened behind the scenes, and how Ultra Violette overhauled its testingAva's own sunscreen routine: the formula she trusts after “crazy” CO2 laser, the one she relies on for mid-day touch-ups and the glassy new formula she’s testing for a 2027 launch!Shop everything in this episode: ULTRA VIOLETTE | Unblock Screen SPF 50 Breakout-Friendly Skinscreen: (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)ULTRA VIOLETTE - Spf 40 Velvet Screen Blurring Mineral Skinscreen: (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)ULTRA VIOLETTE | Fave Screen SPF 50 Lightweight Milky Face Sunscreen with Bemotrizinol: (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)ULTRA VIOLETTE - Supreme Screen SPF 50 One-and-Done SKINSCREEN 50ml: (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)ULTRA VIOLETTE - Future Screen SPF 50 Modern Mineral Skinscreen: (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)ULTRA VIOLETTE - Sheen Screen SPF 50 Hydrating Lip Balm (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)ULTRA VIOLETTE - Preen Screen SPF 50 Reapplication Mist Skinscreen (use code: BEAUTY20 for 20% off)Shop more of my favorite products here: https://shopmy.us/shop/breakingbeautypodcast💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingbeautypodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeautypodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1401081996684767Newsletter Signup: https://breakingbeautypodcast.substack.com/Podcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Sunscreen Dos and Don'ts With Dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry. Plus! Myth-Busting SPF HeadlinesHow to Fix Your Skincare Routine: Expert Advice from Facialist Gina Mari JensenAcne Secrets, Accutane Myths & More with Dermatologist Dr. Amy WechslerPROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  Jones Road BeautyJones Road Beauty is modern-day makeup that's clean, strategic, and multifunctional for effortless routines. For a limited time our listeners are getting a FREE full sized Mascara on their first purchase. Just head to Jonesroadbeauty.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you. OneSkinBorn from over 10 years of longevity research, OneSkin is helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code BREAKINGBEAUTY at oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them we sent you.GoodrReady to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable? Head to goodr.com/BEAUTY to claim $10 off your first order. QuinceFind the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY. Get free shipping on OK and thing cause I did have to Frankenstein something so that sounded OK. OK OK fine. OK great I justyour order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. HERSReady to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/breakingbeauty to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Please note that Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Oiling your ears? That’s right, this week we get a crash course in the wonders of Ayurveda, the 5,000-year-old “science of life” Indian tradition that's quietly behind many of TikTok’s viral beauty moments. To break it all down, we’re joined by Lisa Mattam, founder and CEO of the beloved Ayurvedic-inspired brand Sahajan — which is now Sephora-stocked *and* the official amenities partner of Air Canada. We’re also joined by Ananta Ripa Ajmera, an award-winning author, Ayurvedic advisor at The Well in Miami and host of the True To Yourself podcast.In this episode you'll discover:Demystifying the doshas — Vata, Pitta and Kapha — and why yours can shift from season to season, and even day to dayWhy, according to this duo, everything (and we mean everything!) comes back to digestionHow Lisa combined her passion for data and science with ancient wisdom to build Sahajan — now at Sephora CanadaThe story behind Sahajan’s Sacred Flower Oil, which takes days instead of hours to make (Plus, a juicy new-product scoop!)The ancient oiling rituals going TikTok-viral — including why you should oil your ears, feet, and even your navel?!Kansa wands vs. gua sha, what you should knowFinally, stay tuned to the end for three pro tips to glow from the inside out!Shop everything in this episode here:PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  AG1For a limited time, save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at DRINKAG1.com/BEAUTY OneSkinBorn from over 10 years of longevity research, OneSkin is helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code BREAKINGBEAUTY at oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you.BombasBombas makes basics for every moment, from supportive comfy socks, to buttery soft underwear and tees, to luxuriously cushy slippers and shoes. With every purchase powering a donation to someone who needs it and backed with a 100% Happiness Guarantee. To try out Bombas for yourself, head to bombas.com. First buyers get an automatic 20% discount applied at checkout. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* 🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Best Canadian Beauty Brands: Our Personal Holy Grails 🇨🇦The 7 Virtues Fragrance Story: From Dragons’ Den To Sephora Viral With Founder Barb StegemanThe Exact K-Beauty Skincare and Treatments That are Worth Your Money with Dermatologist Dr. David Kim💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingbeautypodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeautypodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1401081996684767Newsletter Signup: https://breakingbeautypodcast.substack.com/Podcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/ Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Before gracing the shelves at New York’s Printemps store and being found in the hands of makeup artist Hung Vanngo on the red carpet, Kat Burki skincare has long been a quiet luxury favourite. Today, founder Kat Burki explains how she managed to evolve the brand beyond its “raw” beauty roots, coming into its own as a biochemistry-backed company that’s bringing microbiome know-how to post-procedure care this fall. *Special thank you to the team at Kat Burki for including us on this brand discovery trip!Tune in to hear about:Kat Burki’s hero product: The story behind the best-selling Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream, featuring stabilized Stay-C, reishi mushroom, and colloidal silver.The microbiome truth: Why live probiotics in skincare are often “dead on arrival” according to Kat—and why prebiotics, postbiotics, and bio-fermentation are the real keys to balancing your skin barrier.Rethinking inflammation: Why some acute inflammation after a procedure can be a good thing (?!) for skin recovery—and why occlusives might not be the boon for wound care that you think it is.Post-procedure promise: A sneak peek at her brand-new innovation, Regenesis, designed for post-procedure use🛍️Shop everything in this episode here💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingbeautypodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeautypodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1401081996684767Newsletter Signup: https://breakingbeautypodcast.substack.com/Podcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Hung Vanngo: Celebrity Makeup Artist's Eyeshadow Secrets, Wedding Glam Musts and Best Eyeliner TipsWhat is The Gut and Skin Connection? With Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Nigma TalibA Derm Explains: The Science-Backed Ingredients That Will Help You Achieve Healthy-Looking Skin For Life  PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  Cowboy ColustrumTry the new Cookies & Cream flavor for yourself! For a limited time, our listeners get up to 25% off their entire order. Just head to cowboycolostrum.com/beauty and use code BEAUTY at checkout. WacoalSupport for every you. Underneath it all, lies Wacoal. Visit WACOAL.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. Offer valid for new customers only. Limit one code per customer. For HersReady to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/breakingbeauty to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com.GoodrReady to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable? Head to goodr.com/BEAUTY to claim $10 off your first order. CashAppDownload Cash App Today! New Cash App customers can earn $10 if they use code FAMILY10 in their profile at signup and send $5 to a friend within 14 days. Terms apply. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.   *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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This week we’re catching up on everything we’ve been using, loving and doing this summer. From Carlene’s hair colour saga that feels as long as the blockbuster summer flick “The Odyssey,” to the sunscreen formulas that we’ve used to the last drop (and one beloved version that we’re saying goodbye to against our will!) Plus, the beauty brand news that we’re still scratching our heads over.  In this episode you’ll hear about:The hair mask that both Carlene and her daughter would stock up on for next summer because it’s that #damngoodA brilliant-under-makeup SPF that Jill used right to the last dropA gentler version of an iconic toner for sensitive and oily-skin types “We’ve come too far to stop” — how Carlene’s hair colourist is helping her stay the course in her grey-blending journeyThe tubing mascaras that delivered and stayed put this summer Dupe drama: The Charlotte Tilbury soundbite that lit up Tiktok, plus the clever Aussie brand that pulled off a genius chess move against Urban Decay💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingbeautypodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeautypodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1401081996684767Newsletter Signup: https://breakingbeautypodcast.substack.com/Podcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:Olive Young Is Finally in the US! Our K-Beauty Guide to What to Buy (and Skip)Drop Everything: Our 2026 #DamnGood Budget Beauty (Under $30!) Guide is Here2026 Beauty Haul of Fame: Best Foundations, K-Beauty & the $10 Drugstore Hair Steal  PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!   Medik8Meet Medik8 — a clinically proven, dermatologist-loved British skincare brand, known for age-defying results without compromise. Every Medik8 product is backed by rigorous testing and real science, so you can feel confident choosing what's best for your skin. Visit Medik8.us and use code Breaking20 for 20% off your first order. WacoalSupport for every you. Underneath it all, lies Wacoal. Visit WACOAL.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. Offer valid for new customers only. Limit one code per customer.Cowboy ColostrumCowboy Colostrum offers the highest quality bovine colostrum available in the US. It’s 100% made in America from 100% American grass-fed cows. Try the new Cookies & Cream flavor for yourself — for a limited time, our listeners get up to 25% off their entireorder, just head to https://cowboycolostrum.com/beauty and use code BEAUTY at checkout.Quince:Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. HERSReady to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/breakingbeauty to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.  Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com   *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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What if true skincare “anti-aging” happens deep below the surface? This week we’re exploring everything to do with what we’re dubbing “cell care” — the shift toward cellular longevity, skin health span and managing aging cells. Joined by Dr. Alessandra Zonari, chief scientific officer at OneSkin, we’re breaking down DNA repair, senescent “zombie" cells, red light therapy, exosomes vs. peptides and why skin collagen is like gluten in bread. This conversation is brought to you in part by OneSkin.  In this episode we cover:Genetics vs. habits: Why science shows that only 10 to 25 per cent of skin aging is genetic, leaving up to 90 per cent in your hands.Quiet saboteurs: The everyday habits—like cutting sleep repair windows short and switching products too fast—that sabotage long-term skin health span.DNA clocking: Surface skin scanners like VISIA don't tell the whole story; meet MolClock, with an algorithm that reads your DNA to reveal true cellular age.Is “collagen banking” legit? Why (contrary to TikTok belief) you cannot stock up on collagen inside your skin, and what to focus on if you really want to protect your collagen for longer.Is red light therapy worth it? The cell biologist weighs in.UV radiation and tanning: What sun damage looks like under a cell biologist’s microscope, and how UV rays accelerate dreaded “zombie” cells.Exosomes vs. peptides: Dr. Zonari breaks down the difference between targeted, single-message peptides and the complex delivery systems of topical exosomes.Sneak peek: Coming in September, hear the scoop on OneSkin’s next innovation, a new, richer version of its iconic Face Moisturizer, two years in development..PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  One SkinBorn from over a decade of longevity research, OneSkin’s OS-01 Peptide™ is proven to target the visible signs of aging, helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code BREAKINGBEAUTY at oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY.  After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you.Sarah CrealExclusively for Breaking Beauty listeners, Sarah Creal Beauty is offering 15% off your first order of luxurious, high-performance beauty that actually makes your routine simpler and works better for you now. Visit www.Sarahcrealbeauty.com/breakingbeauty for more information. WacoalSupport for every you. Underneath it all, lies Wacoal. Visit WACOAL.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. Offer valid for new customers only. Limit one code per customer.NutrafolLet your hair be one less thing to worry about. See visibly thicker, stronger, faster growing hair in 3–6 months with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING. HERSReady to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/breakingbeauty to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Weight Loss by Hers is not available in all 50 states. Wegovy® is the registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S. To get started and learn more, including important safety information, Wegovy® clinical study information, and restrictions, visit forhers.com. 💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingbeautypodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakingbeautypodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1401081996684767Newsletter Signup: https://breakingbeautypodcast.substack.com/Podcast Hotline: 1-844-227-0302🎙️ MEET THE HOSTSCarlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:What is “Longevity Skincare?” OneSkin Co-Founder Carolina Reis Oliveira Are LED Skin Therapy Devices As Revolutionary as Retinol? Meet the Buzzy Skincare Brand That Wants You to Use Human-Derived Exosomes On Your Face *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*  Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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