Skin Anarchy

Dr. Anthony Nakhla, a board-certified dermatologic surgeon and founder of Eighth Day, brings his expertise in Mohs surgery to revolutionize skincare with regenerative medicine. He discusses his groundbreaking Peptide-Rich Plasma® technology, emphasizing how it utilizes bioidentical peptides for natural healing. A key point is the importance of effective delivery systems over mere ingredient hype, ensuring true regeneration at the cellular level. Dr. Nakhla argues for data-driven skincare, merging science and artistry to redefine luxury in beauty.

In a heartfelt conversation, May Lindstrom, founder of May Lindstrom Skin, reveals how her personal battle with eczema inspired her journey into clean, artisanal skincare. She shares insights on the intimate connection between sensitivity and self-care, emphasizing that skincare should heal rather than conceal. May discusses her powerful creation, The Blue Cocoon, a calming balm that embraces skin nourishment. This episode is a reflection on respecting skin as a living organ and the importance of mindful rituals in the pursuit of beauty.

Giovanna McCarthy, founder of PDO Max, brings decades of medical aesthetics expertise, particularly in innovative PDO threads and regenerative skincare. She dives into how her mother’s burn recovery shaped her career and emphasizes the artistry behind PDO threads for skin rejuvenation. Giovanna breaks down common misconceptions, discusses the collagen-stimulating benefits of PDO, and shares insights on the importance of proper training. She also highlights the role of regenerative topicals like PDRN in healing and stresses the significance of informed patient care.

In this discussion, Dr. Stephanie Redmond, PharmD and PhD in pharmacology, shares her journey from pharmacy to establishing her own supplement brand. She highlights the shortcomings of current supplements, emphasizing underdosing and the need for evidence-based formulations. Dr. Redmond introduces her innovative Purify Colostrum, enhanced through AI filtration for superior potency. She also discusses the importance of GLP-1 support, addressing nutrient depletion and the digestive side effects of medications. The conversation navigates the shift towards ethical supplementation and consumer transparency.

Send us Fan MailIn this Fragrance Friday episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Hamed Arefian, co-founder of House of Dastan, the niche fragrance brand blending Persian heritage, Parisian craftsmanship, and New York sophistication. Rooted in the Persian word “Dastan,” meaning “stories,” the brand reimagines perfume as a medium for cultural storytelling—where every scent is a narrative, and every bottle, a work of art.Hamed shares how childhood memories of rosewater, cardamom, and tea inspired the sensory poetry behind Dastan’s creations. Drawing from his family’s deep connection to Persian culture and poetry, each fragrance captures emotion, memory, and identity—bridging generations through scent.Collaborating with renowned perfumer Richard Herpin (creator of Tom Ford’s Oud Wood), House of Dastan brings to life a refined harmony of East and West. Their standout fragrance, You?, epitomizes this philosophy—crafted to adapt to each wearer’s chemistry, creating a completely unique signature scent. “It’s not just worn,” Hamed says. “It becomes you.”As luxury evolves, House of Dastan champions emotional craftsmanship over excess—where true artistry lies in care, integrity, and depth. With three new limited-edition fragrances on the horizon and a SoHo boutique opening this November, the brand continues to redefine what modern luxury means in 2025: intimate, personal, and timeless.Tune in to hear how House of Dastan is transforming fragrance into a living art form—one rooted in heritage, yet designed for the modern soul.Learn more and shop House of Dastan on their website and social media!CHAPTERS:0:02 – Introduction & Welcome1:00 – The Journey to Founding House of Dastan2:04 – Blending Persian, Parisian, and New York Influences3:42 – The Heritage of Persian Fragrance & Storytelling5:09 – Collaborating with Perfumer Richard Herpin7:09 – The Story Behind “You?”9:09 – The Rise of Middle Eastern Fragrance Culture12:07 – Crafting the First Collection & Fragrance Design Process15:03 – From Retail to Brand Building19:39 – Redefining Luxury & What’s Next for House of DastanPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don’t forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Hannah Penn, founder of HPPY Skin, to explore how a food-industry innovation is revolutionizing skincare. The technology—High Pressure Processing (HPP)—uses 87,000 psi of cold water pressure to preserve nutrients without heat or chemicals, unlocking the true power of botanicals while keeping their biochemical integrity intact.Inspired by her father’s pioneering work with HPP in the food world, Penn saw the opportunity to apply the same science to skincare—where nutrient loss from traditional extraction is often overlooked. “We’re not changing the ingredients,” she explains, “we’re changing how they’re processed.” The result is skincare that retains up to 10× more antioxidant content and delivers ingredients in their purest, most bioavailable form.Far from a “clean beauty” buzzword, HPPY Skin represents what Penn calls “Clean 2.0”—a science-first movement toward transparency, efficacy, and nutrient integrity. From early failed experiments to a patented process and the launch of BioBerry Infusion™, HPPY Skin’s evolution embodies persistence, innovation, and data-backed results.Blending the expertise of food scientists, cosmetic chemists, and HPP engineers, Penn has built a cross-disciplinary team redefining what performance skincare looks like. “The beauty space doesn’t need another white-labeled formula,” she says. “It needs innovation, quality, and excellence.”Tune in to hear how HPPY Skin is closing the nutrient gap in skincare—proving that sometimes, the future of beauty lies in a little pressure.SHOP HPPY Skin on their website, and visit their social media.CHAPTERS:0:02 – Introduction & Welcome0:44 – Family Innovation & Early Inspiration2:10 – Discovering HPP for Skincare3:00 – How High Pressure Processing Works6:05 – Testing & Scientific Validation9:39 – Cold Press vs HPP and Bioavailability10:44 – Rethinking Clean Beauty & True Innovation13:12 – From Trial and Error to Patented Process16:18 – Building a Multidisciplinary Team22:07 – Innovation, Impact & Consumer ResultsPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don’t forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf!*This is a paid collaboration* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Brian Pla, President of JuveXO, to explore one of the most advanced—and misunderstood—frontiers in regenerative aesthetics: exosome therapy. Once dismissed as cellular waste, exosomes are now recognized as the biological messengers behind repair, regeneration, and skin rejuvenation. Brian breaks down the real science, cutting through industry hype to explain what makes clinically validated exosomes fundamentally different from the countless unverified claims in today’s skincare market.At the core of JuveXO’s innovation is its proprietary complex, ExoCM™, derived from umbilical cord lining cells rich in regenerative nutrients. Each formulation is verified under electron microscopy to confirm the presence of live, viable exosomes—setting a new standard for transparency and efficacy in medical aesthetics. But JuveXO’s secret lies beyond exosomes themselves; its advanced bioactive system includes collagen types I and III, hyaluronic acid, and immune-supporting peptides that collectively accelerate healing and enhance skin vitality.Throughout the conversation, Brian emphasizes one principle above all: science before sales. With five FDA clinical trials supporting their process, JuveXO leads with data, ethics, and precision—proving that not all exosomes are created equal.From clinical insights to cautionary advice about misleading “$80 exosome serums,” this episode offers an unfiltered look at the future of regenerative skincare. Tune in to hear how JuveXO is redefining what’s possible in healing, repair, and cellular communication—ushering in a new era of true biotech-driven beauty.Learn more about JuveXO: https://juvexo.com/CHAPTERS:0:04 – Introduction & Guest Welcome0:47 – Understanding What Exosomes Really Are2:20 – Stem Cells, Secretomes & Regenerative Signaling4:33 – The Source: Umbilical Stem Cells & ExoCM7:42 – Exosomes in Aesthetic Medicine8:56 – Manufacturing, Safety & Clinical Trials13:29 – Inside Juvexo’s Proprietary Technology16:20 – Real Results, Downtime & Patient Outcomes20:04 – The Future of Exosomes & RegulationPlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don’t forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf!*This is a paid collaboration* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this landmark 800th episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with the legendary Anastasia Soare, founder of Anastasia Beverly Hills and one of the most influential figures in modern beauty. Known globally as the Queen of Brows, Anastasia joins Dr. Ekta to discuss her newly released book, Raising Brows: My Story of Building a Billion-Dollar Beauty Empire. In this intimate conversation, she reflects on her remarkable journey—from her early years as a Romanian immigrant to becoming the visionary behind one of the most iconic brands in beauty history.What began as a simple observation—that eyebrows were being overlooked—sparked a revolution. Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s studies on facial proportion, Anastasia developed her signature Golden Ratio method, shaping not only brows but the direction of the entire beauty industry. Her commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and empowerment turned Anastasia Beverly Hills into a global symbol of artistry and integrity.Anastasia opens up about the discipline, mentorship, and mindset that built her empire—offering wisdom that transcends business. She shares her mother’s lessons in humility, her belief that fear must never dictate one’s path, and the philosophy that has guided her from the salon floor to international fame: “If there’s no seat at the table, build your own.”Episode 800 is more than a milestone—it’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the pursuit of excellence. Tune in to hear Anastasia Soare’s powerful story and discover the legacy behind Anastasia Beverly Hills—and now, behind her new book Raising Brows.Shop Raising Brows: My Story of Building a Billion-Dollar Beauty Empire and Anastasia Beverly Hills CosmeticsCHAPTERS:0:02 – Introduction & Welcome1:03 – Starting Over in a New Country3:06 – Entering the Beauty Industry4:41 – The Birth of the Brow Technique6:22 – Creating a New Beauty Category8:19 – The Philosophy of Giving Your Best11:05 – The Rise of ABH & Social Media Breakthrough13:07 – Building Confidence & Carving Your Own Path16:23 – Leadership, Mentorship & Lessons in DisciplinePlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don’t forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support the show

Sergio Tache, founder and CEO of Dossier, shares his inspiring journey from finance to creating a revolutionary fragrance brand that prioritizes accessibility and transparency. He discusses how Dossier redefines luxury by offering high-quality, cruelty-free perfumes without the hefty price tags. Sergio reveals insights on the evolving fragrance landscape, emphasizing the shift toward genderless scents and the importance of personal exploration. Additionally, he highlights Dossier's minimalist ethos and plans for future growth, including AI-driven recommendations for scent discovery.

Send us Fan MailTo celebrate the launch of YŪGEN Magazine Volume 4, we’re revisiting one of our most powerful conversations with our newest cover star, Jenny McCarthy.In this special re-release, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Jenny to explore the journey behind Formless Beauty, her cosmetics line born from personal health battles, scientific curiosity, and an unshakable commitment to transparency. What began as a search for safe, high-performance products evolved into a mission to challenge misleading “clean beauty” claims and rebuild consumer trust through evidence-based formulation.Jenny opens up about her diagnosis with a genetic mutation, her autoimmune struggles, and the wake-up call that sparked a total shift in how she approached beauty, wellness, and advocacy. Together, they discuss the darker side of the “clean” movement — from regulatory gaps to the dangers of marketing to young consumers — and how Formless Beauty is redefining what integrity in beauty truly looks like.As YŪGEN Volume 4 goes live, this episode offers a deeper look at the story behind our cover star — one of purpose, perseverance, and the courage to create something that truly serves others.🔗 Read Jenny’s exclusive cover story in YŪGEN Volume 4, available NOW on APPLE BOOKS and SAYUGEN.COM!Follow YŪGEN's pages on Instagram and TikTok!Please fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don’t forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Support the show