Ep. 516 The Real Story of Midlife Skin – What’s Changing and What You Can Do About It with Dr. Berry Fairchild

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+

Cynthia Thurlow

Alternative Health, Nutrition, Science, Life Sciences, Health & Fitness

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 8 November 2025

⏱️ 64 minutes

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I am honored to connect with board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Berry Fairchild, today. Dr. Fairchild blends surgical precision with artistry to create natural, lasting results. Known for her expertise in facial aesthetics and complex breast surgery, she is also deeply committed to philanthropy and ongoing international surgical missions. In our discussion, we explore how societal expectations shape how women perceive themselves, the complex process of facial aging, and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle in supporting these changes. Dr. Fairchild highlights the essential elements of effective skin care, including hydration and sunscreen, and the use of retinoids, lasers, microneedling, neuromodulators, hyaluronic acid, fillers, and fat transfers, diving into the role of surgery and the value of conversations around various facial and body procedures. She also shares strategies for optimizing post-surgical recovery and how philanthropy has shaped both her personal and professional journeys. Stay tuned for a truly enlightening conversation with Dr. Berry Fairchild, who is caring and open-minded about listeners’ questions regarding the aging process and ways to address an aging face and body. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Facial aging actually starts deep below the skin How losing even a small amount of weight can alter your facial appearance Why surgical decisions must always be individualized The positioning of the eyebrows and the upper eyelid skin can help determine facial expression. Why you could still consider surgical improvements even after you have had previous eyelid surgery Deep-plane vs. SMAS-based facelifts Importance of choosing a plastic surgeon with proven expertise and proper credentials Some surgeries, like breast reductions, go beyond cosmetic value to relieve pain. Preparing yourself before having surgery for a faster and smoother recovery Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to [email protected] Connect with Dr. Berry Fairchild On Instagram TikTok

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0:00.0	Welcome to Everyday Wellness Podcast.
0:03.7	I'm your host, nurse practitioner, Cynthia Thurlow.
0:07.4	This podcast is designed to educate, empower, and inspire you to achieve your health and wellness goals.
0:13.9	My goal and intent is to provide you with the best content and conversations from leaders in the health and wellness industry each week and impact over a million lives.
0:29.0	Today I had the honor of connecting with Dr. Barry Fairchild. She's a board certified plastic surgeon and is known for her expertise in facial aesthetics and
0:39.0	complex breast surgery. She helps blend surgical precision with artistry to create natural
0:44.5	lasting results. She is also deeply committed to philanthropy and ongoing international surgical
0:50.8	missions. Today we spoke about how body image shifts with the aging
0:56.1	process as well as the impact of societal expectations, how facial aging impacts
1:02.5	midlife women with changes in bone, fat, ligaments, muscle, and skin. The impact of a healthy
1:08.9	lifestyle and key components of skin care, including hydration,
1:14.9	sunscreen, etc. The role of retinoids, lasers, microneedling, neuromodulators, hyluronic acid
1:24.4	fillers, and fat transfers impact the aging face, the role of surgery,
1:31.4	the impact of conversations around different types of surgeries, whether it is facial or
1:37.7	body surgeries, how to help support your body in a post-surgical recovery timeline, including eliminating tobacco
1:46.1	and optimizing metabolic flexibility and diabetes control as well as other lifestyle measures.
1:53.0	And last but not least, how philanthropy has guided Dr. Fairchild's personal and professional
1:59.4	timelines. Today is a truly invaluable conversation. I found Dr. Fairchild's personal and professional timelines. Today is a truly invaluable conversation.
2:02.7	I found Dr. Fairchild to be incredibly transparent, kind, and open-minded to listeners'
2:08.9	questions around the aging process and options to address an aging face and an aging body.
2:19.5	Well, Dr. Fairchild, I've really been looking forward to this conversation.
2:23.3	Welcome to Everyday Wellness.
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