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MEDICAL and DOCTORS Posts

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Feb. 4, 2026

IPL & BBL Photofacial Explained: Best Laser for Brown Spots, Redness

If you've ever wondered how to tackle stubborn brown spots, broken capillaries, or uneven skin tone, you're not alone. In this episode,  IPL vs BBL Explained: Photo Rejuvenation Treatments, Skin Concerns, and What to Expect at Facially Consciou…
Oct. 21, 2025

The Truth About Botox and Neuromodulators: What You Really Need to Know in 2025

If you've ever wondered whether Botox is right for you—or felt confused about what it actually does—you are not alone. Neuromodulator treatments have become mainstream over the past twenty years, yet misconceptions still exist. On the Fa…
Aug. 26, 2025

Meet the Brilliant Mind Behind the Microphone: Dr. Vicki Rapaport's Journey from Art History to Dermatology Excellence

When listeners tune into the Facially Conscious Podcast, they aren't just getting skincare advice—they're gaining insights from one of dermatology's most passionate professionals. In a recent episode titled "Unveiling the Brilliant Co-Host: Dr…
Aug. 6, 2025

The Estrogen Revolution: Why Topical Estrogen Is Becoming Skincare's Most Controversial Trend

The skincare world is buzzing with excitement over what many are calling the next breakthrough ingredient: topical estrogen. While growth factors, peptides, and exosomes have dominated recent discussions, estrogen is quietly emerging as a potential …
July 22, 2025

Pregnancy Skincare: What's Safe, What's Not, and What Might Surprise You

Expert insights from OBGYN Dr. Michele Hakakha on navigating skincare during pregnancy When you're expecting, the world of skincare suddenly feels like a minefield of uncertainty. Can you use that salicylic acid cleanser? What about your favorite r…
June 10, 2025

Revolutionary Laser Combinations: The Game-Changing Total Skin Solutions and Hollywood Spectra MDF Handpiece

As an esthetician passionate about staying on the cutting edge of skincare technology, I'm constantly amazed by the innovations in the laser field. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. James Wang from Metropolis Dermatolog…
June 4, 2025

The Psychology Behind Beauty: How Social Media Shapes Our Self-Image

In our latest episode of Facially Conscious, we delved into a topic I have been eager to discuss for years: the psychological impact of social media on beauty standards and self-esteem. As an esthetician working in Los Angeles, I witness firsthand h…
May 27, 2025

The Phenol Peel: The "Once in a Lifetime" Skin Resurfacing Treatment You've Never Heard Of

As a medically trained master esthetician, I've seen countless skincare treatments come and go. Some deliver on their promises, while others fall short. However, there's one procedure that consistently produces jaw-dropping results that I simply had…
May 14, 2025

Breaking Out: Understanding the Differences Between Teenage and Adult Acne

Breaking Out: Understanding the Differences Between Teenage and Adult Acne Acne affects millions of people worldwide, from teenagers experiencing their first breakouts to adults dealing with persistent skin issues well into their 30s, 40s, and be…
April 8, 2025

Explore the Art and Science of Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with Top Experts

As an esthetician, I’ve always been fascinated by cosmetic enhancements—especially the evolving science of non-surgical procedures. In the episode of Facially Conscious titled " Bellafill and Other Nose Enhancements: What You Need to Kno…
March 11, 2025

Lighting Up Your Skin: My Experience with the Alma Hybrid Laser with Dr. James Wang

Hey, Glow-getters! Trina Renea here, your friendly esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious podcast. In our latest episode, Lighting Up Your Skin: The Alma Hybrid Laser with Dr. James Wang , we welcomed back  Dr. James Wang from Metrop…
Feb. 12, 2025

Rosacea and Lasers: An Expert Deep Dive with Dr. James Wang

Hey everyone, Trina Renea here, your go-to master esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious Podcast. In this special episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. James Wang, a double board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist,…
Feb. 5, 2025

Exploring Injection Trends with Dr. Rivkin

Hey everyone! It’s Trina Renea, your go-to master esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious Podcast. This week, we enjoyed chatting with Dr. Alexander Rivkin, a renowned dermatologist and founder of Rivkin Aesthetic in Los Angeles. Kno…
Jan. 14, 2025

Understanding Rosacea: Expert Insights and Tips for Healthy, Balanced Skin

Hey everyone, Trina here from Facially Conscious! Today, I'm thrilled to share some great information from our episode, What can a derm do for rosacea? What can an esthetician do for rosacea, where we discuss the complexities of rosacea—a comm…
Dec. 25, 2024

Understanding Rosacea: What It Is, How to Identify It, and Ways to Manage It

Hey, everyone! It’s Trina here, your friendly esthetician from the Facially Conscious Podcast. We want to get into a subject many people deal with, ROSACEA. If you haven’t had a chance to listen to our rosacea series, check out “Wh…
Nov. 26, 2024

Scar Management with Dr. Brandyn Dunn

In this fantastic episode of Facially Conscious, Scar Management with Dr. Brandyn Dunn we welcomed Dr. Brandyn Dunn, a highly skilled facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon from Newport Beach, California. Dr. Dunn specializes in scar management, …
Nov. 5, 2024

Exploring the Magic of Exosomes in Skincare

Hey everyone! It's Trina, your go-to esthetician and skincare enthusiast.  Today, I’m excited to recap one of our most fascinating podcast episodes featuring Dr. Greg Maguire and Steve McGee from NeoGenesis. If you've been curious about …
Oct. 22, 2024

How to Care for Sensitive Skin, Eczema, and Psoriasis

Hey, Glow-getters! It’s Trina Renea, your go-to esthetician, and co-host of Facially Conscious, back with a new blog post. In this week’s podcast, we had such a fun and informative discussion about one of the most important skincare topi…
Oct. 8, 2024

The Glutathione Revolution with Dr. Nayan Patel: Discover the Skin’s Master Antioxidant

I recently had the pleasure of co-hosting an incredible episode of the Facially Conscious podcast, where we dove deep into one of the most powerful antioxidants in the world—glutathione. Suppose you’re a skincare enthusiast like me, or s…
Oct. 1, 2024

Our AI hosts break down the Glutathione Episode in 10 minutes. Fascinating!

AI hosts break down the Glutathione Episode in 10 minutes! 
Sept. 3, 2024

The Psychology of Lasers: Navigating Expectations in Aesthetic Treatments

The Psychology of Lasers: Navigating Expectations in Aesthetic Treatments In the latest episode of the Facially Conscious podcast, hosts Trina Renea, Dr. Vicki Rapaport, Rebecca Gadberry, and Julie Falls sit down with Dr. James Wang—a Harvard…
July 23, 2024

The Honest Truth About Plastic Surgery with Dr. Brandyn Dunn

We love having plastic surgeon Dr. Brandyn Dunn on our podcast episode, The Psychology of Plastic Surgery; discussing expectations, realities, disappointment, and the recovery process with Dr. Brandyn Dunn because he is new and hot off the press, kn…
July 1, 2024

Introduction to Exosomes and Stem Cell Technologies

This week on Facially Conscious, we're excited to bring you a fascinating episode with Dr. Greg Maguire, co-founder of NeoGenesis. Our focus today is on the revolutionary use of stem cell-based technologies in medicine, with a special emphasis on ex…
June 12, 2024

Navigating Menopause

Hey everyone, welcome to Facially Conscious! Today we will talk about Menopause. If you have a chance, listen to our amazing episode Ageless Beauty: Unveiling the Secrets of Skin and Menopause with Dr. Suzanne Beth Gilberg-Lenz   Menopause is…