The Skincare Industry’s Biggest Lies (And What Really Works) with Dr. Dustin Portela
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Dr. Anthony Youn and Dr. Dustin Portela discuss the truths and myths of the skincare industry, evaluating popular trends and treatments.
In this episode, I’m joined by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dustin Portela to break down the skincare trends, treatments, and products that are dominating social media. We discuss what a simple, effective skincare routine should look like, the truth about peptides, growth factors, exosomes, and collagen supplements, and how to separate evidence based skincare from online hype. We also rate some of today’s most viral skincare trends, including beef tallow, red light therapy, NAD, snail mucin, at home microneedling, plasma pens, and salmon DNA facials, while discussing what actually works, what’s overhyped, and what may not be worth your time or money. If you've ever wondered whether the latest skincare craze lives up to the claims, this episode is for you. Topics Discussed: → What does an effective skincare routine actually look like? → Are peptides, growth factors, and exosomes worth the investment? → How do sleep, exercise, and lifestyle habits affect skin aging? → How can you spot misleading skincare advice on social media? → Which viral skincare trends actually work, and which are overhyped? 🔗 Links and Resources: → Finally, you can enjoy your favorite foods without the…
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