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Welcome to The Skin Real—your no-nonsense guide to clear, confident, and healthy skin. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by skincare, confused by beauty trends? Or stuck on the ‘hot girl’ hamster wheel of youth preservation, then you Skin Friend, are in the right place. I’m your host, Dr. Mary Alice Mina, a double board-certified dermatologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. And here’s the deal—great skin isn’t just about what you put on it. It’s about how you care for yourself from the inside and out. Here we go beyond just skincare to talk wellness, vitality, nutrition, mental well-being, hormones, and everything in between. So if you’re ready for clarity, confidence, a little fun and a whole lot of skin wisdom, here’s the tea—because this is how dermatologists talk skin.
Episodes
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Midlife is full of changes—your skin, your hair, your hormones and with so many supplements on the market, it’s tough to know what really works. In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina recaps her conversation with dermatologist Dr. Glynis Ablon and shares what midlife women actually need to know about supplements.
From collagen and vitamin D to nicotinamide and hair-supporting nutraceut...
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Ever walked down the supplement aisle and felt totally overwhelmed? Collagen powders, protein shakes, gummies, hair growth vitamins—where do you even start, and what actually works?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Glynis Ablon to talk through all the ways nutrition and supplements can support our skin, hair, and overall health. She shares her ev...
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Are you spending hundreds on skincare that's actually worse than what's sitting on drugstore shelves?
As a dermatologist, I see it every day: patients wasting money on products that don't work while ignoring effective, affordable options at their local pharmacy. After m...
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Tired of falling for marketing hype and wondering if that $200 serum is actually worth it? This week’s episode will change how you think about everything from drugstore finds to "medical grade" products. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Patti Farris, a board-certified dermatologist who's spent decades in clinical practice, res...
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Is vaginal burning, itching, or pain just “a normal part of aging”? Absolutely not—and you don’t have to suffer in silence. In this recap episode, Dr. Mina revisits her conversation with urologist Dr. Diana Londoño to break down the real changes that happen to vulvar and genital skin during perimenopause and menopause.
From the drop in estrogen that causes thinning, dryness, and disco...
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When was the last time you thought about your vulvar health? If your answer is “never,” you’re not alone. Most women avoid talking or even thinking about this part of their body, but during perimenopause and menopause, changes i...
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Menopause may be natural, but that doesn’t mean you have to just “deal with it.” For too long, women have been told to accept dryness, thinning hair, and skin that feels unrecognizable. I don’t buy that — and neither should you!
In this episode, I share why I believe in the “menopause makeover.” It’s not a fad or a vanity project. It’s ...
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What do you do when the face in the mirror doesn’t match how you feel inside?
Welcome to the skin shift that happens in midlife — a direct result of hormonal changes, specifically the drop in estrogen that comes with perimenopause and menopause. And while it’s common, it’s not talked about enough. Until now.
In this episode, I si...
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Want to know the #1 dermatologist-approved secret to glowing skin for life? In this episode, I share my biggest takeaway from my conversation with Dr. Christie Regula: sun protection is everything.
From preventing premature aging to lowering your risk of skin cancer, sunscreen and smart sun habits are the real beauty hack. But let’s be ...
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Sunscreen is one of those things we all know we should be doing, but actually doing it (especially reapplying!) is a whole other story!
On this episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I speak with Dr. Christie Regula, Mohs surgeon and founder of SunSmart Pittsburgh, about why community-level sun protection may be the key to reducing skin cancer rates. He...
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If you're experiencing disrupted sleep, weight gain, skin sensitivity, or mood changes and your labs keep coming back “normal”—you may be in perimenopause. In this episode, I break down what perimenopause really looks like, why it often goes unrecognized, and how it directly impacts your skin health.
Too many women are misdiagnos...
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The mood swings, insomnia, skin changes, and feeling like a stranger in your own body? That could very well be perimenopause and it might hit sooner than you think!
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jessica Nazzaro, a board-certified OB-GYN and certified menopause specialist, to talk about what’s really going on during perimenopause and why so many...
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Ever feel like you’re stuck on the “hot girl hamster wheel”—chasing every new product, treatment, or device, but still not getting the results you want? You’re not alone.
In this week’s recap, I’m breaking down my top takeaways from my conversation with world-renowned dermatologist Dr. Suzan Obagi.
Dr. Obagi introduced her powerful framework, the 5 Rs of Regeneration:
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If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface of your skin as you age, this episode is for you.
On this week’s episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Suzan Obagi—board-certified dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon, professor at the University of Pittsburgh, and a true pioneer in skin health and longevity. ...
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Still frustrated by that one area of stubborn fat, even though you’re doing all the right things? You're not alone. This week, I’m revisiting my conversation with Dr. Aria Vazirnia, a board-certified dermatologist and expert in liposuction and lipedema.
I break down what liposuction a...
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Despite the buzz, the billboards, and the “lunchtime lipo” promises on social media, liposuction remains one of the most misunderstood procedures in cosmetic dermatology. It’s not a weight-loss shortcut. It’s not just for celebrities. And it’s definitely not an instant fix!
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aria Vazirnia to break dow...
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In this episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I break down the top 5 reasons why working with an esthetician might be the missing link in your skincare routine — even if you already have a dermatologist.
If you’re confused about what estheticians actually do (or whether you even need one), this episode is for you. I talk about how esthe...
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Looking for help with your skin but overwhelmed by too many products and not enough clarity? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions I hear in my dermatology practice is: “How do I find a great esthetician?”
Whether you’re new to facials, trying to streamline your routine, or looking for someone to guide you through seasonal skin ...
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Still experiencing breakouts despite using all the right products? You’re not alone and no, your skin isn’t just “acting up.” It’s responding to stress.
In this week's recap episode, I unpack the key takeaways from my conversation with Dr. Keira Barr, a board-certified dermatolog...
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Tired of blaming your breakouts on your moisturizer? The real culprit might be stress.
In this episode, Dr. Mina speaks with Dr. Keira Barr, a leading dermatologist, about the deep (and science-backed) connection between your mind, your stress levels, and your skin. From breakouts to rosacea and hormonal shifts, Dr. Barr explains h...
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