55. Skin Science 3.0: The Skin Microbiome, Barriers, and Sun Protection with Dr. Mimi Vega

About this episode

Dr. Mimi Vega discusses the skin microbiome, barriers, and the importance of sun protection.

Dr. Mireille Vega, PhD — known as Dr. Mimi V — is a biochemist, former biotech executive, and founder & CEO of VGAM Biome, where she leads the groundbreaking Skin Science 3.0 movement. With a career shaped by oncology, immunology, and microbiome research, she reframes skin as a living ecosystem influenced by hormones, stress, and lived experience. Her mission is to turn complex biochemistry into simple, adaptive routines that help people care for their “one human skin” with intelligence, compassion, and intention. Dr. Vega brings a unique perspective at the intersection of science, wellness, inspiring audiences to see health from skin to soul. Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:55 Mimi Vega Background 03:22 Skin Basics Setup 04:19 Skin Layers Explained 05:54 Brick and Mortar Barrier 07:10 Skin Microbiome Armor 08:32 Beyond Aesthetics Functions 09:46 Sweat and Detox Benefits 11:59 Touch and Skin Signals 14:27 Sleep Stress and Hormones 18:30 Tanning Culture Then Now 23:06 UV Damage and Sunscreen Types 26:31 Mutations and Cancer Timeline 28:27 Future Self Perspective 29:21 Sun Damage Reality Check 32:39 Listen to Your Skin 33:52 Skin 3.0 Mission 35:06 Skin Microbiota…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Darian Parker

Guest: Dr. Mimi Vega

Topics covered

• skin microbiome
• sun protection
• skin health
• biochemistry
• wellness
• adaptive routines

Keywords

• skin microbiome
• sun protection
• biochemistry
• skin health
• wellness
• adaptive routines

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: VGAM Biome

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