Breaking Beauty Podcast

Is the “medical tourism” hype real? This week, we’re chatting with Los Angeles-based aesthetic expert and host of “Mirror, Mirror” podcast, Amy Chang. Amy is pulling back the curtain on the 2026 K-beauty boom, from Seoul’s high-tech clinics to the “Botox disaster” that changed her face — and her philosophy on injectables today.
Listen in as we dive into the science of exosome serums, the reality of Rejuran (the “salmon sperm facial” treatment everyone is talking about), and why everyone is obsessed with “liquid” microneedling. Plus, Amy shares the internal health shift that finally cleared her brain fog, and restored Carlene’s skin’s glow, too.
In this episode, we cover:
As published in the Los Angeles Times, Amy’s take on why more than one million travellers headed to Korea last year for Rejuran, silk peptide threads and non-surgical facelifts.
The top top 3 K-Beauty-informed treatments, products and habits contributing to Amy’s glass skin of late.
The one thing that Amy’s mental clarity and Carlene’s glowing skin have in common.
Everything you need to know about the TikTok-viral VT Reedle Shot: the “spicule” technology driving the Korean glass skin trend.
A cautionary tale: Why the self-proclaimed “treatment guinea pig” blames neuromodulators for causing her “collapsed” lower face, and how she approaches injectables now.
Psssst! Podswap alert. Don't miss our guest appearance—click here to listen to our episode on Mirror Mirror podcast coming soon!

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn
Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

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Happy Monday friends! Live from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) annual meeting in Denver, Colorado, we are reporting straight from *the* premier gathering of experts and industry (close to 20,000 professionals!) to share what’s next in dermatology — from skincare to aesthetic treatments to the latest research in hair health and much, much more.

And to help us navigate the trends is Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd, a board-certified dermatologist and board-certified lifestyle medicine specialist who has authored more than 90 peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Heather is an active member of the Skin of Color Society and the American Academy of Dermatology, and she serves as chief medical advisor at Nutrafol. Big thanks to our friends at Nutrafol for inviting us to join them at AAD and for sponsoring this episode.

Tune in to hear about:
Why longevity is the buzzword on every derm’s lips — and why we think that we’re going to be talking about “cell” care — not just skincare, next.
How the scalp’s microbiome contributes to good hair days.
The “skinification” of hair continues — what does the data say?
How to know if your supplements are safe — and what NSF Certified for Sport has to do with it.
Why dermatologists are discussing A.I. at the AAD meeting (and it’s not for the reason you may think).
A new sunscreen filter that’s finally debuting in the U.S. — 20 years in the making.
The emerging ingredients for tackling dark spots that you need to know about, now.
The 2026 “It” skincare ingredient: Why iron oxides should be on your INCI list.
The one lifestyle habit that, according to the latest research, contributes to lifespan most.

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn
Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

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Body confidence advocate Sarah Nicole Landry (@TheBirdsPapaya) returns! In a special live episode sponsored by Suave, the podcast host, mom of four and newly minted CAFA Digital Fashion Creator nominee is here to chat about why she turned down her last nomination, life at “The Traitors Canada” season three manor, saying “yes” to life and why we are so done with self-care sticker shock. Don’t forget you can also watch this live event on our YouTube channel!
You’ll hear about:
The “Cost of Smelling Good” index: We break down a new survey of 1,500 Canadians that reveals a staggering 53 per cent say the cost of living is actively hindering their self-care.
The reality of reality TV: Sarah gives us the “behind the scenes” on living in “The Traitors” manor (was it really haunted?!)
Body confidence vs. neutrality: Why Sarah is leaning into "saying yes" to life — from Sports Illustrated runways to reality TV—even when she doesn't feel 100 per cent confident in her skin.
The PMDD journey: Sarah opens up about her diagnosis with premenstrual dysphoric disorder and how a shower can help with the most difficult days.
Rollback pricing?!: We play a live round of "The Price is Right" with Suave’s new 48-hour deodorants and body washes, because you will not believe these budget-friendly prices.
The unsung hero: Why we think glycerin needs hyaluronic acid's publicist—and why it’s really the No. 1 ingredient for dry skin.
A message from Suave, this week’s show sponsor:
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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn
Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

Produced by: Dear Media Studio
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can oily skin achieve a perfectly “dewy” glow? This week we’re re-visiting all of the rules that you thought you knew about makeup with veteran makeup artist and friend of the show, Lori Taylor Davis. Lori has helped shape Smashbox’s artistry and product development for more than two decades, counting celebrities like Sandra Bullock and Paris Hilton as past clients. Tune in as we tune up your spring makeup routine with take-note tips on contouring, snatching, glowing, mattifying and more!

You’ll learn about:
The evolution of “glow” according to Lori, and how it means something very different in 2026 vs 2006.
Glowy! Matte! Velvet! How-to master your skin finish with the right prep and application technique, no matter what your skin type.
How-to contour in 2026: the best way to snatch eyes, cheeks and jawline — with a sneak peek at Smashbox’s new Precision Contour Sticks.
Cream blush over powdered blush, or powdered blush over cream blush? Turns out you can do both, depending on the benefit you need.
Lori’s “rolling” application technique for covering skin texture, so that skin looks seamless in real life–especially on textured skin.

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/

Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!


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*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*

Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn
Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

Produced by Dear Media Studio
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are officially kicking off spring with a #DamnGood episode featuring our reviews of the products making headlines right now.
Listen in as we fill you in on the next-in-texture innovations, from “milk de parfum" pour-on scents to the pan-free pigments emerging from “Leaked” Labs and lip products galore!
You’ll hear about:
A first look at “Leaked Labs” by past guests The Lipstick Lesbians, including a review of their out-of-the-box, pan-free Flexible Powder, the debut product from their new brand that aims to bring lab-fresh formulas to the public for the first time.
A deep dive into spring’s lip stain liner trend, as we compare Kulfi’s crayon stain to the marker versions we’ve seen from drugstore brands.
New additions to the “quiet gourmand” fragrance trend, featuring Summer Fridays and the novel, skin-first “Mylk de Parfum” from Noyz.
Esthetician Sofie Pavitt’s "acne-safe” SPF 30 — and how the label claim is changing the game for the breakout weary.
The spring lip edit: We try out the blurring effect of Merit’s Signature Lip Blush, celebrity makeup artist Hung Vanngo’s new lip hues and the return of Bite Beauty royalty with Susanne Langmuir’s lanolin-rich, poppy lip masks from LIXR.
Psst: Join Carlene on her Instagram live on March 24 at 12pm EST for more info on how-to use her signature product from Cassatt.

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/

*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*


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R+Co
Visit www.randco.com and use code BEAUTY20 for 20% off your first order.

QUALIA LIFE
Magnesium, multiplied. 10 forms for total support. Go to https://qualialife.com/BEAUTY to get 50% off and save an extra 15% with the code BEAUTY.

SUAVE
Major self-care update: Suave is now available in Canada. We’ve been loving their affordable self-care lineup, including deodorant with 48-hour sweat and odour protection and hydrating body washes made with glycerin and vitamin E. Shop the full lineup and find your favourite scents for just $3.97, exclusively at Walmart.

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Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!


Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn
Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

Produced by Dear Media Studio
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.