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If you are using a GLP-1 medication and noticing hair shedding, brittle nails, or dull, dry skin, your body is signaling a nutrient gap. In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down what is really happening beneath the surface and why these changes often appear before lab results do. She explains how appetite suppression can lead to low protein, vitamin deficiencies, and dehydration, all of which directly impact your skin, hair...

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TikTok and Instagram may have made Slugging famous, but dermatologists have relied on this technique for decades. In this episode, board certified dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down what slugging really is, how it works, and why most people do it wrong.

Slugging uses ...

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Botox is one of the most misunderstood tools in aesthetics. In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down what Botox really is, how it works, and why so many people confuse it with filler. She explains the difference between basic injection patterns and advanced Botox placeme...

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If you use Tretinoin, get chemical peels, or are planning on a laser treatment, you are already doing skin cancer prevention. In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dara Spearman, founder of Radiant Dermatology Asso...

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Radio frequency treatments are everywhere. Med spas, dermatology offices, social feeds. But do they work and are they worth your money?

In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down exactly how radio frequency works at the cellular level. She explains how electrical energy he...

Lip lines. Barcode lines. Smoker’s lines.

They frustrate patients more than almost any other wrinkle because they can age the face fast and they are not simple to fix.

In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down why upper lip lines form, why they are harder to treat than frown lines, and why there is no single magic solution. She explains the role of the orbicularis oris muscle, repetitive motion, collagen los...

Testosterone is known as THE male hormone, yet women carry more of it than estrogen across their lifespan. In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down why testosterone matters for women and how imbalances show up in skin, hair, and nails. You learn the visible signs of low and high testosterone, how aging differs from menopause-related hormone shifts, and why blood work alone misses the full picture. The episode also covers ri...

Injectables can feel intimidating for many people. This episode of The Skin Real removes the fear. Dr. Mary Alice Mina walks you through the exact injectables she uses on her own face and why. You hear how her approach shifted in midlife and perimenopause. You learn how she thinks about balance, harmony, and long term skin health. She explains toxins, fillers, and biostimulants in plain language. She also shares where subtle treatm...

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Hair loss in women feels frightening and personal. You see it in the shower. On your pillow. In the mirror. In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina explains why female hair loss happens and what truly helps.

You learn how dermatologists classify hair loss. Scarrin...

Retinoids confuse a lot of people. This episode removes the guesswork. Dr. Mary Alice Mina breaks down every form of retinoid in clear terms. You learn the difference between retinol, retinaldehyde, Adapalene, Tretinoin, Tazarotene, and oral isotretinoin. She explains who should start slow, who should go straight to prescription strength, and why skin type matters more than age. The episode walks through acne treatment, pigment con...

Sagging jowls tend to sneak up on you. One day your jawline feels sharp and familiar. Then slowly, definition softens and the lower face starts to feel heavier. 

In this episode, Dr. Mina breaks down what is really happening when jowls form. She explains how bone changes, fat pad movement, muscle pull, collagen loss, genetics, and how daily habits can shape the lower face over time. She walks through what supports skin health at ho...

There comes a point when you start to notice patterns. Your skin flares after certain meals, bloating lingers through the week, and your body feels a little more reactive than it used to. Especially in midlife, it is easy to wonder: Is it hormones, stress, aging, or something deeper happening in the gut?

Dr. Mina sits down with Dr. Pia Prakash, a board-certified gastroenterologist and passionate educator on gut health. Together, th...

If you’ve ever delayed scheduling your mammogram because of fear, discomfort, or sheer overwhelm, you’re not alone. Many midlife women quietly carry anxiety about breast health, balancing busy lives while putting their own care on the back burner. 

In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with Dr. Anjali Malik, a breast imaging and interventional radiologist and passionate advocate for women’s health. Togethe...

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If your skin suddenly feels unpredictable during pregnancy, it is not your imagination and it is not your fault. Hormones shift rapidly, collagen stretches, pigment deepens, and routines that once worked may no longer feel effective.

In this episode, Dr. Mina sits down with integrative dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano for an honest, evidence-based conversation on skincare during pregnancy. Tog...

In this week's episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina welcomes Dr. Kandace Kichler to talk about what liposuction actually is today. Together they explore why this procedure, once considered aggressive and intimidating, has become a favorite for targeted contouring, especially in midlife.

From safety and anesthesia to expectations and recovery, they lay out what’s possible with awake liposuction, and why it can help women feel more comfortab...

There comes a point in midlife when you look in the mirror and realize your skin feels different. Maybe it is suddenly drier, more reactive, or simply not bouncing back the way it used to!

In this episode, Dr. Mina explains the powerful role estrogen plays in collagen, hydration, elasticity, and the overall strength of your skin. She walks through what declining estrogen in perimenopause and postmenopause ...

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In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mina sits down with returning guest and dermatologist Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker to explore one of the most talked-about emerging categories in skincare: topical adaptogens.

Together they dive into:

• What adaptogens actually are and why dermatologists use them
• How they soothe redness, ir...

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Think you’re too young to worry about aging and fine lines? I hear this all the time, but here’s the truth: skin aging starts earlier than most people think.

In this episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I’m sharing key takeaways from my conversation with Barbara Green, Head of Global Research in Skin Health & Beauty at Kenvue. I dive into Gen Z skincare trends, what’...

You know that moment when you start noticing subtle changes in your skin and wonder if it’s too early (or too late) to start 'anti-aging'? This episode of The Skin Real invites you to rethink that narrative. Dr. Mary Alice Mina sits down with Barbara Green to unpack the science and soul of pre-aging: a proactive, empowering approach to skin longevity that begins in your 20s and 30s.

Together,...