Facially Conscious

A prescription acne medication just went over the counter, and it's the biggest acne news in dermatology in years. In this episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, esthetician Trina Renea, and consumer advocate Julie Falls break down what's actually new in acne and rosacea treatment, and what's just marketing.
We cover the adapalene and benzoyl peroxide combination now available without a prescription. We get into why dermatologists are using Accutane as much as ever, and how a microdose, sometimes one pill a week, can transform stubborn rosacea. We also talk about the acne lasers (AviClear and Accure) and what they really cost. Then we explain rosacea mites, the newer low-dose oral antibiotics, why Dr. Vicki has soured on redness-erasing creams, and the blue-light connection to rosacea that almost nobody talks about.
Plus: Trina explains why she washes her face once a week (yes, really), and in Consumer Corner we take apart K1-Jet, the "snatched jawline" air-pressure pen taking over Instagram.
No sponsors telling us what to say. Just the truth about your skin.
Topics: acne treatment, rosacea treatment, Accutane, isotretinoin, Differin, Epiduo, adapalene, benzoyl peroxide, AviClear, Accure, acne laser, rosacea mites, Demodex, ivermectin, low-dose minocycline, Mirvaso, Rhofade, mineral sunscreen, blue light skin, skin microbiome, K1-Jet, dermatologist podcast, esthetician.
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GLP-1s can be life-changing, but rapid weight loss can show up in your face in ways you may not expect. This week, we break down “Ozempic face,” why sagging and skin laxity happen, and what can help minimize them. We also get into why age and menopause matter, what may bounce back once your weight stabilizes, and when skincare or treatments can actually help.
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If your skin is suddenly dry, red, flaky or stinging, your routine may be working against you. This week, we break down what your skin barrier actually does, how over-exfoliating and piling on products can damage it, and what barrier repair really means. Then we get into why exfoliation still matters, especially as cell turnover slows with age, and how to do it without pushing your skin too far.
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The ladies are together again! For our first episode back, we’re jumping right into sunscreen, starting with BEMT (bemotrizinol), the first new sunscreen ingredient approved in the U.S. in decades. We break down what makes it different, what we know about chemical sunscreen safety, how often you really need to reapply, and whether the SPF in your makeup is enough.

Then, in our Consumer Corner segment, we answer one of your skincare questions. First up: are Korean sunscreens actually better, or do they just feel better on your skin?

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We’re back, with a fresh new take on getting the skinny on all things skin.
We’re Trina Renea, an LA esthetician, Dr. Vicki Rapaport, a board-certified dermatologist, and Julie Falls, your consumer advocate. Together, we’re here to cut through the noise, answer the questions you’re actually asking, and help you figure out what makes sense for your skin.
What’s worth buying? When is a treatment worth it? What does the science actually say? And what can you probably skip?
Each week, we’ll talk products, ingredients, acne, pigmentation, hormones, lasers, injectables, supplements, new technology, and everything else that comes with skin that keeps changing. And when we need another perspective, we’ll bring in specialists, scientists, founders, and other people who know their corner of the skincare world inside and out.
New episodes every Tuesday starting September 29.
Listen wherever you get your podcasts, follow @faciallyconscious on social media, join us on Substack and Patreon, shop our picks on ShopMy, and find everything at www.faciallyconscious.com