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, and nails.

You will learn the key deficiencies to watch for, including B12, iron, folate, and vitamin D, and the exact signs your body shows when levels drop. Dr. Mina also explains why protein intake, fiber, and hydration are critical while on GLP-1 medications, especially for preventing hair loss, muscle loss, and skin laxity.

This episode gives you a clear, practical framework to protect your results, support your body, and avoid the most common mistakes people make while using GLP-1s.

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In this episode:

0:00 The Warning Signs You Should Not Ignore 1:10 Why GLP-1 Medications Affect Skin, Hair, and Nails 2:45 The Real Problem. Nutrient Deficiency 4:20 Early Signs Your Body Is Lacking Nutrients 6:00 Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Skin Changes 8:00 Iron Deficiency. Hair Loss and Nail Changes 10:10 Folate Deficiency and Cell Turnover 11:45 Vitamin D. The Overlooked Factor 13:40 Protein Intake and Muscle Loss Risks 15:50 Fiber and Gut Health Connection 17:20 Hydration and Why It Matters More Than You Think 18:50 What Labs To Check and When 20:10 How To Protect Your Skin, Hair, and Results 21:00 Final Takeaways and Next Steps

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Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!

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Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

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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 a simple occlusive layer such as petrolatum to seal the skin barrier and reduce transepidermal water loss. The result is stronger hydration and improved barrier repair. While social media frames it as a trendy skincare hack, dermatologists often recommend it for eczema, psoriasis, post procedure healing, and severely dry skin.

Dr. Mina explains why the order of your skincare routine matters, which products work best under a slugging layer, and why applying petrolatum over actives like retinoids or vitamin C often leads to irritation. She also shares when slugging helps, when it hurts your skin, and who should skip it completely.

You will learn the dermatologist approved step by step method for slugging, the difference between traditional slugging and reverse slugging, and the simple products that work best. No expensive creams required.

If you want a practical way to repair a damaged skin barrier and wake up with calmer, hydrated skin, this episode explains exactly how to do it safely.

In this episode:

00:00 Intro 00:42 What Slugging Actually Is 02:10 Why Dermatologists Have Used Slugging For Decades 03:45 How Slugging Protects The Skin Barrier 05:00 The Biggest Slugging Mistake With Active Ingredients 06:35 The Right Way To Layer Products Before Slugging 08:05 Who Should Be Slugging 09:30 Who Should Avoid Slugging 11:05 Dermatologist Step By Step Slugging Routine 13:05 Best Products For Slugging 15:05 What Is Reverse Slugging 16:20 Slugging Myths And Common Mistakes 17:05 Final Takeaways And Skin Real App

Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!

Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!

Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/

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Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

📲 Download The Skin Real app for science backed routines, dermatologist guidance, and product recommendations you can trust. https://linktr.ee/theskinreal

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 placement, then walks through the lesser-known ways neuromodulators can be used for facial balance, symmetry, prevention, and subtle refinement.

You will hear how Botox can be used far beyond the forehead and crow’s feet, including the brows, under eyes, bunny lines, gummy smile, lip flip, chin, jawline, neck bands, and more. Dr. Mina also shares why lower face treatment becomes more important in midlife, where Botox works best, where she is more cautious, and why injector expertise matters so much.

This episode is a practical guide for anyone who wants a clearer, more realistic understanding of Botox, including what it can do well, what it cannot do, and how to approach it in a safe, natural-looking way.

In this episode:

0:00 Intro and Skin Real app 0:38 Why Botox is so misunderstood 2:03 Botox vs filler and common misconceptions 4:10 Why injector skill matters more than people think 6:25 How Botox actually works 8:25 Important Botox safety warnings 9:35 Forehead and 11 lines 12:06 Brow lift, crow’s feet, and under eyes 14:38 Bunny lines and nose flare 16:08 Gummy smile, nose tip, and lip flip 18:34 Botox around the mouth and lower face 21:03 Chin asymmetry and dimpled chin 22:22 Masseter Botox for jaw tension and face slimming 24:05 Neck bands and the Nefertiti neck lift 26:42 Botox trends Dr. Mina does not love 28:08 Final thoughts and viewer questions

Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!

Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!

Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/

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Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

📲 Download The Skin Real app for science backed routines, dermatologist guidance, and product recommendations you can trust. https://linktr.ee/theskinreal

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 heats the dermis to stimulate collagen induction, what makes it different from lasers and ultrasound, and why precision matters more than intensity.

She also addresses the real risks. Including fat atrophy, burns, pigment changes, and why operator experience is critical. Dr. Mina shares who benefits most from radio frequency, when results are disappointing, and why midlife skin is the ideal time to start.

If you are noticing early jowling, neck laxity, or skin thinning, this episode gives you the clarity you need before booking a treatment.

In this episode:

00:00 Skin Reel app announcement and download info 00:33 Back to the episode. The RF question 00:55 Show intro. What to expect from this podcast 02:05 Disclaimer and finding a board certified dermatologist 02:42 Why radio frequency is everywhere right now 03:38 Who RF helps most. Skin laxity and surgical alternatives 04:28 What radio frequency is and how it differs from lasers and ultrasound 05:55 What RF does in the dermis. Heat, injury, collagen induction 07:20 Timing expectations. Why results take weeks to months 08:10 FDA warning context and RF microneedling injuries 09:55 RF without microneedling. What it is designed to do 10:35 Temperature and time. Precision over intensity 11:55 Fat loss risk. Why it happens and where it matters 13:15 Settings are not one size fits all. Passes, tips, and targeting 14:10 Cooling, FDA cleared devices, and why expertise matters 15:05 Choosing the right provider and what to do if complications happen 16:50 Why I use RF in my office and who gets the best outcomes 18:20 Best areas to treat. Neck and brow support 19:35 GLP-1 weight loss and when RF fits in 20:30 What it feels like. Redness, warmth, and the “sneak peek” effect 21:35 At home vs in office RF. Power and spacing sessions 22:20 Lifestyle factors that protect collagen and improve results 22:55 Who should do RF, who should skip it, and final Q and A prompt

👀Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!

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Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!

Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/

Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/

Book your Meet and Greet here

Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

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 loss, menopause, bone resorption, and sun damage in accelerating these vertical lines.

Dr. Mina walks through what actually works. A combination strategy that includes prevention, lifestyle changes, smart topical use, and in-office procedures tailored to your anatomy and stage of aging. She covers:

• Why Botox must be used carefully around the mouth • When filler helps and when it makes things worse • Why a surgical lip lift may be more appropriate than more volume • The role of microneedling, RF microneedling, CO2 laser, and even phenol peels • How smoking, straws, and unconscious lip movements accelerate lines • Why sunscreen on the lips is harder than you think

If you are struggling with lip lines or want to prevent them before they etch in, this episode gives you a realistic, evidence-based roadmap.

There is no one and done fix. But there is a smarter plan.

In this episode:

00:00 Why Lip Lines Age You Faster 00:23 No Magic Fix. The Combination Approach 01:06 Why Upper Lip Lines Form 03:05 Why We Can’t Fully Paralyze This Muscle 03:37 The Realistic Goal. Soften, Not Erase 04:19 Why Women Notice This More After Menopause 05:34 Why Filler Is Not Always the Answer 06:14 Not a One and Done Fix 07:13 Prevention Before Lines Etch In 07:51 Lifestyle Habits That Make Lip Lines Worse 10:59 Teeth, Bone Loss, and Structural Support 11:50 Sun Damage and Lip Protection 14:02 Topicals That Help. Retinoids and Moisturizers 16:07 Red Light and At Home Devices 17:12 In Office Treatments. Where to Start 17:44 Botox and the Lip Flip Explained 19:30 Filler. When It Helps and When It Backfires 21:43 Laser, Microneedling, and Advanced Procedures 24:30 Phenol Peels, Aggressive Resurfacing, and Expectations 25:43 Final Takeaways

Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!

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Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!

Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/

Visit The Skin Real Serenbe:

Website: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/

Book your Meet and Greet here

Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.