Episode 15: NYC Wellness Culture, GLP-1 Controversy, Skincare Hot Takes with Fitness Influencer Ceren

About this episode

The episode explores NYC wellness culture and skincare trends with fitness influencer Ceren, discussing various beauty treatments and the impact of influencer culture.

In this episode of Derm Next Door , board-certified dermatologists Dr. Ali Dempsey and Dr. Reem welcome their first ever guest : fitness trainer, Equinox instructor, and wellness influencer Ceren Together they dive into the intersection of NYC wellness culture, skincare trends, and influencer beauty routines . From GLP-1 weight loss medications to Sculptra, Botox, and viral skincare hacks , the conversation gets honest about what’s actually worth it-and what dermatologists are side-eyeing. They also break down Ceren's real skincare routine (and give it a brutally honest derm score), discuss the pressure of influencer culture, and explore how wellness trends differ between New York, Los Angeles, and social media . Plus: rapid-fire Derm Hot Takes on trending beauty and wellness topics. Topics we cover: • GLP-1 weight loss drugs and unexpected side effects • The rise of Sculptra and biostimulatory fillers • Viral skincare trends dermatologists don’t love • Botox in your 20s-yes or no? • Wellness culture in NYC vs LA • The influencer brand trip world • Ice rolling, mouth taping, red light masks, collagen supplements • Skincare routine mistakes dermatologists see all the time Whether…

People in this episode

Hosts: Ali Dempsey, Reem Nabti

Guest: Ceren

Topics covered

• NYC wellness culture
• skincare trends
• influencer beauty routines
• GLP-1 weight loss medications
• Botox
• viral skincare hacks
• influencer culture

Keywords

• wellness culture
• skincare
• influencer
• GLP-1
• Sculptra
• Botox
• viral trends
• beauty routines

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Equinox

Products: GLP-1, Sculptra, Botox, collagen supplements

Places: New York, Los Angeles, NYC

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