Episodios

  • Red light, infrared saunas & firmer skin | Connie Zack, Sunlighten Co-founder

    Red light, infrared saunas & firmer skin | Connie Zack, Sunlighten Co-founder
    Feb 3 2026
    “ Your body is designed to heal itself, if you give it the right tools and nutrition, and infrared is one of those tools,” says Connie Zack, Sunlighten Co-founder. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen’s beauty director Alexandra Engler speaks with Zack about the infrared light spectrum, the skin care benefits of the various light therapies, and how to find a quality product. Show notes: -This episode was made in partnership with Sunlighten Saunas, the leaders in light science and infrared technology for over 25 years. Save up to $1,600 on your sauna purchase and an additional $50 on your red light purchase with code mbg. -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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  • Can you think your way to better skin? | Master Aesthetician Mikaela MacLean

    Can you think your way to better skin? | Master Aesthetician Mikaela MacLean
    Dec 2 2025
    “ if I can say something that's going to touch you much deeper than any skin care product ever would, that’s going to show up in the light in your eyes and the smile on your face. Then we’ll deal with the skin care as well,” says master aesthetician Mikaela MacLean. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with MacLean about the power of energetic beauty, yoga nidra for skin care, and embracing the placebo effect. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @mikaelamaclean -Learn more: mikaelamaclean.com -Listen to our guest’s podcast: BEAUTY BY DESIGN -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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    51 m
  • Filler fatigue, exosome warnings & Botox backlash | Board-certified dermatologist Shasa Hu, M.D.

    Filler fatigue, exosome warnings & Botox backlash | Board-certified dermatologist Shasa Hu, M.D.
    Nov 4 2025
    “So first you need to figure out what is really bothering you—then determine if that’s something that an in-office procedure will actually make an impact on. Ask yourself: Is the end result going to give you what you're actually looking for?” says board-certified dermatologist Shasa Hu, M.D., Cosmetic Director Skin of Color Division at the University of Miami. In this episode of mindbodygreen’s beauty podcast Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Hu about what skin longevity actually means, in-office procedures, and why you should be cautious about exosomes. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @drshasahu -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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    48 m
  • Can a supplement ever be Botox? | Certified holistic nutritionist Jennifer Hanway

    Can a supplement ever be Botox? | Certified holistic nutritionist Jennifer Hanway
    Oct 7 2025
    “It’s all about helping women look and feel and live their healthiest, most confident, most radiant lives. Now, sometimes the vanity angle is how we get there, and I'm okay with that,” says certified holistic nutritionist Jennifer Hanway. In this episode of mindbodygreen’s beauty podcast Clean Beauty School, host and beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Hanway about beauty supplements, why you can’t ingest your SPF, and longevity culture in beauty. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @jenniferhanway -Learn more about our guest: jenniferhanway.com/ -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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    42 m
  • Hormones, collagen decline & skin | Naturopathic doctor Trevor Cates, N.D.

    Hormones, collagen decline & skin | Naturopathic doctor Trevor Cates, N.D.
    Sep 2 2025
    “ Skin is our magic mirror. It's an outer reflection of our overall health,” says naturopathic doctor, skin care specialist, and menopause advocate Trevor Cates, N.D., founder of The Spa Dr. In this episode of mindbodygreen’s beauty podcast Clean Beauty School, host and mbg’s beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Cates about perimenopause and menopause, collagen decline, and sleep. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @trevorcates -Learn more about The Spa Dr.: https://thespadr.com/ -Read her books: Clena SKin From Within -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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    46 m
  • 174: The best foods, spices & supplements for skin | acne nutritionist Maria Marlowe

    174: The best foods, spices & supplements for skin | acne nutritionist Maria Marlowe
    Aug 5 2025
    “ Acne is considered a chronic inflammatory skin disorder,” says skin care and nutrition expert Maria Marlowe, known as the Acne Nutritionist. “We're still by and large using products that focus on bacteria as a way to address acne, where we really need to be focusing on inflammation. And that’s where diet comes in.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler talks with Marlowe about common acne misconceptions, her favorite foods for healthy skin, and how carrots can give you a “tan.” Show notes: -Follow our guest: @mariamarlowe -Learn more about our guest: mariamarlowe.com -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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    46 m
  • 173: How to protect skin from UV damage | board-certified dermatologist Rachel Nazarian, M.D.

    173: How to protect skin from UV damage | board-certified dermatologist Rachel Nazarian, M.D.
    Jul 1 2025
    “ We acknowledge that the sun is great for mental health and we need some sunshine in our lives. But you have to protect yourself,” says board-certified dermatologist Rachel Nazarian, M.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler talks with Nazarian about building a sunscreen wardrobe, invisible stressors that age you, and how to reverse UV damage. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @drrachelnazarian -Learn more about our guest: https://www.schweigerderm.com/providers/rachel-nazarian-m-d/ -Follow our host: @alex_blair_ -Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com -Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com
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    58 m
  • 170: How blood sugar & protein affect the skin | Rakhi Roy, M.S., R.D.

    170: How blood sugar & protein affect the skin | Rakhi Roy, M.S., R.D.
    Jun 3 2025
    “ Simplify your skincare and diversify your diet. Rotate your foods and not your skincare,” says registered dietitian and acne and eczema specialist Rakhi Roy, M.S., R.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Roy about diversifying your diet, eating more protein, and how blood sugar can cause skin flares. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @gut.skin.nutritionist -Learn more about her practice: https://gutskinnutritionist.com/ -Follow our host: @alex_blair_
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    47 m