Episodes
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Periodic Breakouts: Understanding Hormonal Acne and Your Skin
In this episode of The Porecast, we’re tackling hormonal breakouts—why they happen, when they happen, and what you can do about them.
We’ll cover:
- The phases of your menstrual cycle and how each phase impacts your skin.
- Why PMS breakouts occur and the role hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone play.
- Other hormonal skin symptoms like oiliness, sensitivity, dryness, and inflammation.
- Practical strategies to manage and reduce hormonal breakouts, from skincare routines to lifestyle and nutrition tips.
By understanding the connection between your hormones and your skin, you’ll be better equipped to support your skin throughout the month.
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In this episode, Carly dives into the world of chemical peels—one of the most effective treatments for skin rejuvenation. Carly is here to clear up the myths, explain the science, and help you make an informed decision.
She covers:
- What chemical peels are and how they work to exfoliate and refresh the skin.
- The differences between AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acids), BHAs (Beta Hydroxy Acids), and PHAs (Polyhydroxy Acids), and how each acid type benefits your skin.
- Popular chemical peel brands like SkinMedica, Obagi, PCA Skin, and ZO Skin Health—why skincare professionals trust them and how they cater to different skin types.
- Common misconceptions about chemical peels, such as whether they are painful or only suitable for people with severe skin issues.
- Potential side effects of chemical peels, including redness, irritation, and hyperpigmentation, and tips on how to minimize these risks through proper aftercare.
If you've ever considered getting a chemical peel or want to improve your skin’s texture, tone, and clarity, this episode will equip you with everything you need to know to make the best choice for your skin!
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In this short and sweet episode, Carly breaks down and debunks the most common beauty myths she hears as a licensed Master Esthetician, including covering myths like:
- Does sun cure acne?
- If shaving causes hair to grow thicker and darker...
- If pores actually open and close...
- and if "moon masking" is worth it?
- and MORE!
If you don't know the answers to some of these, Carly dispels them succinctly and directly, but as always, with a little dash of fun.
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In the second part to this enlightening (no pun intended) conversation on advanced aesthetic laser and light modalities, Kylee and Carly talk about trending treatment approaches like Laser Stacking, Pre and Post laser care, and how to choose the right laser tech for you. We also talk about "normal" mild-to-moderate responses that you don't need to worry about, and severe reactions you do! Kylee also shares her current biggest ICKS in the skincare/beauty world. You don't want to miss this!
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In this episode, Carly welcomes her guest, master aesthetician and laser-certified Kylee Forman. In Part 1 of a two-part interview, Carly & Kylee talk about laser aesthetic treatments including CO2, Tattoo Removal, Morpheus8, IPL/BBL, and more! Tune in to learn everything you've ever needed to know about aesthetic laser treatments.
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In this episode, Carly exposes the truth about the claim "medical-grade" as a category of skincare. She shares what seems to be the "pillars" or defining characteristics of those brands that identify, and she shares definitions of words like pharmaceuticals, drugs, and cosmetics. As always, she delivers this controversial information with fun, candor, and sensibilities.
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Carly talks about everything under the sun when it comes to Sun Protection and Care. She covers:
- Why sun protection is important
- What SPF actually means
- SPF ingredients and formulation
- Sunscreen and sun exposure myths
- And tips on application
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In this short but action-packed episode, Carly reveals some current top-trending skincare ingredients, and dissects them to discover if they are truly worth the hype. She shares and cites medical papers and studies, and cuts through the strategic marketing of these ingredients used by most brands, and gets to the bottom of it. Some of the ingredients she discusses include Beta Glucan and Zinc Hyaluronate.
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In today's episode, Carly, licensed esthetician, shares critical information on proper skincare while pregnant or breastfeeding. She covers:
- Common Skin Issues while pregnant
- Ingredients and Treatments to avoid while pregnant and nursing
- Skincare ingredients SAFE for pregnancy and nursing
- Professional treatments to safely receive during pregnancy
- Tips for pregnancy in the Spa
- and some extra considerations for skincare of women who are breastfeeding
If you are pregnant, will become pregnant, or you're a skincare pro that treats clients who are pregnant, you don't want to miss this important episode!
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In this episode, Carly explains in simple ways what antioxidants, free radicals, and oxidation are in the skin. She also talks about top antioxidant skincare ingredients. BONUS- She reviews the Top 10 beauty trends for Spring and Summer 2024.
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In this episode catered specifically for the skincare pro, Carly shares a snippet of a passion project, a digestible course just for the skincare pro- The Skin Microbiome. In this sneak peek, she talks about WHY understanding the purpose of the Skin Microbiome, as well as the results of focusing on a healthy microbiome can change the outcomes in the treatment room. Tune in!
And to learn more about the Skin Microbiome, and an exclusive education course, go to https://the-besthetician.mykajabi.com/offers/qvm24fLy/checkout
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In this episode, Carly continues the conversation on LED light therapy including the results of the treatment, benefits, as well as specifications of devices, when shopping for at-home devices. She also shares some best practices and tips of use for LED light at home, collected over her years as a skincare professional.
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In this episode, Carly talks about one of her favorite and most proven technologies in skincare and health, and that is of LED Therapy. She talks origination (a mini history lesson) and the science (a mini physics lesson) behind the science. And hints at some of the proven benefits. Don't worry- this is no boring lecture from school. She keeps it fun and light, while she proves the validity of this amazing skin treatment.
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In this episode, Carly responds to skincare-related submitted questions, including:-Why esthetician-recommended skincare is important-If the drugstore brand La Roche-Posay is worth it-A good minimal routine for aging skin-What skincare is 'hype" (spoiler; she talks about Essences, Probiotic Skincare, & Red Light Wands)-And finally, if gua sha works or is a gimmickTo learn more about Carly, aka The Besthetician, visit her website at www.thebesthetician.com
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In this episode, Carly attempts to define the buzzy trend of Clean Beauty. She share the realities of the lack of regulation in regard to words like Clean, Natural and Green, and sheds light on brands and clever marketing, which walks a fine line between touting benefits and deceiving consumers. She hopes to bring clarity to an area within the beauty industry that continues to be unclear.
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In this episode, licensed Master Esthetician and Instructor, Carly, share the differences in the needs of skin in the Winter compared to the Spring. She also spills all of her best tips to make this transition in your skincare treatments and routine.
She rounds out this episode by sharing her current skincare "ICKS" which may include; a particular way of dispensing of serums onto the face, MLM skincare, long nails, and more. She doesn't leave you feeling deflated though- she shares her current favorite skincare "TRICK", which is worth listening to the end to find out!
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In this episode, Carly continues the conversation on Vitamin A in skincare, including discussing formulation, all the main vitamin a ingredients used in over-the-counter products, and the prescription retinoic acid products that are available by a medical provider. She also shares what she believes are the best practices to incorporate a Vitamin A treatment into a homecare routine.
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In Part I of this two-part episode, Carly, aka The Besthetician online, explores and shares everything you could possibly need to know about Retinol in skincare, including:
-All about Vitamin A
-The History of Retinol
-Benefits of it use in Skincare
-Proven Results
-Ideal candidates for its use
-Contraindications..
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In this episode, Master Esthetician- Carly, provides commentary on the recent phenomenon of "Sephora Kids", and she digs into the science of why teens and tweens should not be using actives in skincare.
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In this episode, Carly dissects the top current viral skincare trends found on Tik Tok and more, and if she thinks its a trend worth while. Some of the trends discussed include Skin Flooding, Gua Sha, DIY Dermaplaning and more.
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