The Holistic Beauty Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Revisiting adult acne and how to address it with diet, lifestyle changes, and skincare
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we're revisiting acne, particularly adult acne. Acne affects up to 85% of teenagers but can occur in adults in their 20s, 30s, and ...
A deep dive into laser and light therapies for skin concerns
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we talk about the difference between laser and light therapies. These are non-surgical aesthetic treatments that can help with a va...
Interview with Beth Colombo on body contouring
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we had the pleasure of having one of our past guest speakers back on the show — Beth Colombo. Beth is the owner and founder of a ...
Skincare ingredient highlight: Exfoliants (physical vs chemical vs enzyme)
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're talking about exfoliants in skincare. Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the outermost layer of ski...
Interview with Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND on hormones, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and acne vulgaris
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode we have a special guest speaker Dr. Fiona McCulloch, ND on the podcast to talk about hormones, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCO...
Creating a holistic skincare routine with skincare products, diet, lifestyle, and supplements
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year holistic beauties! In today’s episode we share how to build a general skincare routine for optimal skin health naturopathically. With...
A 2022 Wrap Up with Dr. Bryant Esquejo, ND and Dr. Marilyn Merola, ND
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we're reminiscing on the past year and taking a peak into the future of the Holistic Beauty podcast. We touch upon our top accompli...
How to sleigh your skincare routine this winter
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we're chatting about the best skincare products and ingredients to start incorporating into your skincare routine this winter. As t...
Interview with Larry Weiss, MD founder and CEO of Symbiome
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we had the opportunity to interview Larry Weiss, MD who is the founder and CEO of Symbiome and Weiss Bioscience, Inc., a San Franci...
Everything you need to know about dermal fillers
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're doing a deep dive into the world of dermal fillers. There are many FDA-approved dermal fillers available at medical spas, in...
Interview with Beth Colombo from Lifted Beauty + Wellness
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we had the opportunity to chat with Beth Colombo, the owner and founder of Lifted Beauty + Wellness. Lifted is a premiere holistic medical s...
Regenerative skin procedures for graceful aging: PRP microneedling, RF microneedling, PRF/PRFM, and PDO threads
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re talking about regenerative skin procedures that may serve as a natural alternative to plastic surgery. Regenerative aesth...
Interview with Dahlia Devkota the founder and CEO of Editrix
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we had the opportunity to interview Dahlia Devkota who is the founder and CEO of a microbiome focused luxury brand called Editrix...
How to identify fungal acne and treat it with conventional vs natural therapies
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of fungal acne before? This week we’re diving in and talking about what this skin condition is and how it differs from “regular” ...
Supporting your skin during fall with skincare actives and aesthetic procedures
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we chat about the best skincare ingredients to look for and use during fall. With the transition of seasons comes cooler, drier w...
A Deep Dive Into Neuromodulators - Myths vs Facts
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re diving into the world of neuromodulators. There’s still a stigma that exists with botox along with many misconceptions. Neuromodul...
Pregnancy skincare for acne-prone skin
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re talking about skincare for acne during pregnancy. Skin can undergo so many changes during pregnancy, ranging from increas...
Interview with Dr. Patrick Fox on Lyme disease, mold biotoxin illness, MCAS, and skin complications
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Patrick Fox, a licensed naturopathic doctor and medical director of Lifted Beauty + Wellness in Seat...
Skincare ingredients and aesthetic treatments for hyperpigmentation disorders
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back for Season 2 of the Holistic Beauty Podcast! In today’s episode we’re talking about a highly requested topic – uneven skin tone and...
Reducing hair loss and thinning with nutrients, botanicals, and PRP hair rejuvenation
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week in our final episode of season 1 we’ll be talking about hair loss and a naturopathic approach to supporting hair growth. Our hair follicle...
Interview with Elysse Crabtree of Wabisabi Botanicals
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we had the pleasure of interviewing Elysse Crabtree, the founder of Wabisabi Botanicals. Clean skincare is becoming more popular ...
Healing rosacea with food, nutraceuticals, and gentle skincare products
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re continuing our deep dive into rosacea. Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition of the face that primarily affects men and ...
Is it true acne or is it actually rosacea?
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re jumping into another two-part series for a skin condition known as rosacea. Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory facial sk...
Interview with Josh Rosebrook
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we had the pleasure of having Josh Rosebrook as a guest speaker on our show. Josh is the founder of Josh Rosebrook, a clean skincare and hai...
Summer skincare and the importance of sun protection Pt. 2
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re continuing our summer skincare series by talking about the various methods for sun and ultraviolet (UV) protection. Chronic unprotec...
Summer skincare and the importance of sun protection Pt. 1
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the importance of sun protection in the summer. Skin cancer is the most common skin cancer in the United S...
Interview with Vanessa Lee from The Things We Do
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we interview world-renowned medical aesthetic provider Vanessa Lee, RN. She’s the founder of a beauty concept bar in Los Angel...
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) deep dive pt. 2
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re continuing our deep dive into atopic dermatitis (aka eczema). Eczema is a chronic skin condition where people experience dry, itchy ...
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) deep dive pt. 1
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’ll be diving atopic dermatitis (aka eczema). Eczema is most commonly seen in children, but can also affect roughly 10%...
The skin barrier and its vital role in skin health
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking about the skin barrier and the significant role it plays in the health of our skin. The skin barrier consists of several layers ...
Skincare ingredient highlight: Retinoids
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re talking about a group of all star skincare ingredients known as retinoids! Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives that can ...
Natural therapies and treatment alternatives for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re back and continuing our deep dive into polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In today’s episode we talk about how a conventional docto...
How to know if you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is one of a two-part series diving into polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is an endocrine condition that affects up to 21% of r...
Interview with Dr. Sam Faramarzi about gut health, the gut-skin axis, and the mind-body connection
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we have our first guest speaker on the show Dr. Saman Faramarzi (aka Dr. Sam)! Dr. Sam is a licensed naturopathic doctor in ...
The role of hormones in adult acne
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we will be talking about hormones and their relationship to acne. Acne vulgaris has an underlying hormonal component where androgens ...
Evidence-based root causes + triggers of adult acne
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we will be discussing conventional and root-cause options for treating adult acne. We also cover the topics of hormonal imbalances, options for ...
Skincare routine for acne and why lifestyle also matters
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we will be discussing skincare routines, lifestyle, and acne. We will begin by providing an overview of what is happening at the...
Welcome to Holistic Beauty with Dr. Marilyn Merola and Dr. Bryant Esquejo
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our first episode of Holistic Beauty Podcast where we discuss holistic skincare and beauty! This podcast is meant to empower and educate an...