Skin Anarchy

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with DRMTLGY co-founders Scott Futterman and Samuel Raoof for a conversation that cuts through one of the beauty industry’s biggest misconceptions: that great skincare is defined by ingredient lists alone. In a market flooded with trending actives, viral products, and marketing claims, they offer a rare look at what actually determines whether a product performs. The story begins long before DRMTLGY entered the c...

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply reflective episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Brent Ridge to explore the story behind Beekman 1802—and how a simple act of kindness unexpectedly became the foundation for one of the most beloved brands in modern beauty. What begins as a conversation about goat milk skincare quickly expands into something much larger: resilience, longevity, emotional wellbeing, and the role human connection plays in how we age. Before founding Beekm...

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply reflective episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with psychologist, author, and trauma expert Dr. Thema Bryant for a conversation about healing, identity, and the emotional patterns that quietly shape the way we move through life. What unfolds is not just a discussion about trauma or relationships, but a broader examination of how people learn to disconnect from themselves in order to survive. Drawing from decades of clinical work and lived ex...

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, award-winning cosmetic chemist and clinical researcher AJ Addae joins Dr. Ekta Yadav for a science-driven conversation that challenges one of skincare’s biggest blind spots: why sunscreen still fails so many consumers—especially those with deeper skin tones. What unfolds is a deeper look at formulation chemistry, particle optics, and the gap between sunscreen marketing and how these products actually perform on real skin. AJ shares how h...

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Oliver Liu of Hypothesis to unpack one of the most misunderstood areas in skincare today: the microbiome. While the term has become a marketing staple, this conversation reveals just how early we still are in understanding the microbial ecosystems that shape skin health—and why most current treatments fail to reflect that complexity. Oliver reframes common conditions like acne and eczema as problems of imbalance, ...

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Aditya Madiraju for a conversation that moves far beyond beauty tutorials and social media trends. What unfolds is a thoughtful discussion about identity, representation, creativity, and the realities of building a public career in an algorithm-driven world. Before becoming one of the most recognizable voices in beauty content creation, Aditya spent years working in microbiology, finance, and risk management...

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Sabrina Dhowre Elba for a conversation that moves beyond products and into the deeper question of what it actually means to build a beauty brand today. What unfolds is a thoughtful look at identity, responsibility, and the tension between visibility and credibility in an increasingly saturated industry. Sabrina shares the realities behind her path—balancing multiple roles while rejecting the idea that succes...

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Michael Brinkenhoff, M.D., Founder and CEO of RevitaLash Cosmetics, to explore the deeply personal story behind one of the most recognizable names in lash care. What began as a private act of care during his wife’s battle with metastatic breast cancer ultimately reshaped an entire category in beauty. RevitaLash Cosmetics was never intended to be a business. It started as a gift of love—created to help his wife fee...

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Jack Jia of Musely to unpack one of the most misunderstood ideas in beauty: efficacy. In a market flooded with promises, this conversation cuts through the noise to ask a more fundamental question—what can skincare actually do? What emerges is a clear divide between perception and reality. Most products on the market aren’t designed to treat skin conditions at a biological level. By definition, they can’t. Once a ...

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Amitay Eshel and Anastasia Khodzhaeva of Young Goose to challenge one of skincare’s most ingrained assumptions: that skin is something to fix. Instead, this conversation reframes skin as a dynamic, responsive organ—one that reflects internal biology in real time. What unfolds is a shift in perspective. Skin is not just a surface—it’s an output. Stress, sleep, inflammation, and metabolic health all show up visibly,...

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Saranya Wyles of Mayo Clinic to unpack one of the most misunderstood areas in modern skincare: regenerative science. As “regenerative” becomes a buzzword, this conversation brings clarity—grounding the discussion in biology, not marketing. At its core, regeneration isn’t about boosting collagen or improving texture. It’s about restoring tissue structure and function—something the body does naturally, but imper...

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Lejla Cas, founder of KNESKO, to explore a dimension of skincare that rarely gets full attention: the connection between clinical results, emotional wellbeing, and ritual. What unfolds is not just a conversation about products, but a reframing of how skin actually functions—and what it needs to thrive. Unlike many brands built in labs or marketing pipelines, KNESKO began in the treatment room. After working ...

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Robin Smith, co-founder of Exoceuticals, to explore a shift that goes far beyond traditional skincare. This conversation reframes skin not as a surface to correct, but as a biological system to support—moving the focus from ingredients to cellular behavior. With a background spanning decades in regenerative medicine, Dr. Smith brings a clinical lens to a category that is rapidly entering the consumer space. At...

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this special retail launch episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Nour Tayara, co-founder and CEO of AORA Makeup, to explore a shift that feels long overdue: the future of beauty will not be defined by products alone, but by the systems and ideas behind them. What happens when sustainability stops being treated as a limitation—and becomes a creative driver? Tayara’s path into beauty began outside of it. Trained as an engineer and later working across market...

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with branding and marketing strategist Camille Moore to unpack what actually drives growth in today’s beauty industry—and why so many brands get it wrong. In a market saturated with content, Moore challenges one of the most common assumptions: social media is not the brand. It’s only an extension of it. Moore brings a unique perspective shaped by her early work in “unsexy” industries like law, real estate, and medical ...

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, Skin Anarchy is partnering with CEW to shine a spotlight toward a group that rarely receives public recognition in the beauty industry: the scientists behind the products we use every day. Joined by CEW leaders Elana Drell Szyfer and Andrea Nagel, along with award recipients Dr. Jaime Emmetsberger of The Estée Lauder Companies & La Mer and Lavinia Popescu of Olaplex, the conversation explores the vision behind the CEW Innovator Awards and why cele...

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Morgan Gordon, VP of Brand Development and Marketing at Salon Perfect and creator of Sliick, for a candid look at what it really takes to build—and sustain—a modern beauty brand. From her early days as a licensed cosmetologist to leading innovation at scale, Morgan brings a rare perspective that bridges professional beauty and retail execution. What emerges quickly is a shift in how beauty brands operate tod...

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Tom Terranova to explore a side of aesthetic medicine that patients rarely see—but that ultimately determines their safety: infrastructure. While most conversations focus on results, pricing, or provider reputation, this episode shifts the lens to what happens behind the scenes, where clinical protocols, operational systems, and regulatory gaps quietly shape outcomes. Terranova shares the mission behind QUAD A, a ...

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Stephanie Culler, co-founder and CEO of Persephone Biosciences, to explore one of the most rapidly evolving frontiers in modern health science: the human microbiome. From early immune development to cancer therapy, the conversation reveals how the trillions of microbes living in our bodies may shape health in ways scientists are only beginning to understand. Dr. Culler’s path into microbiome research began wit...

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Elana Drell Szyfer, president of Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) and one of the most influential leaders in the global beauty industry. With more than three decades of experience spanning companies like Chanel, L’Oréal, Avon, Estée Lauder, and RéVive, Elana offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how careers in beauty evolve—and what it takes to navigate an industry that constantly reinvents itself. Elana's path in...

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav welcomes back Madhavi Gavini, founder of Droplette—one of the earliest science-forward brands featured on the show. What once felt like a radically different approach to skincare technology now feels increasingly relevant as the industry shifts toward biologics, regenerative ingredients, and delivery science. The conversation revisits Droplette’s origins and explores why effective delivery may be the missing piece in mod...

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with beauty industry veteran and product innovator Lorne Lucree to explore an unexpected frontier: allergy care. After decades helping shape iconic brands across L’Oréal, Estée Lauder, and Unilever Prestige, Lucree turned his attention to a category that had remained largely unchanged. What he discovered was striking—while skincare had evolved into a science-driven, barrier-focused discipline, allergy care still relied...

Transcribed - Published: 2 March 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with double board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sabrina Fabi to examine how hormonal signaling actively shapes skin resilience, recovery, and structural integrity. This conversation moves beyond trend-driven skincare and into the biology that determines how skin functions at every stage of life. Dr. Fabi emphasizes that skin constantly responds to hormonal shifts. Changes in progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, and neur...

Transcribed - Published: 23 February 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this special installment of Skin Anarchy’s Lessons in Longevity series, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with beauty industry pioneer Melisse Shaban for a conversation that bridges decades of brand leadership with the cutting edge of cellular science. From her early days at Revlon’s counter at Macy’s Herald Square to leading Aveda and The Body Shop — and later founding science-driven ventures like Virtue Labs and Aramore — Shaban has witnessed beauty evolve from aspiration to phys...

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with longtime friend and beauty industry force Jaimee Holmes for an intimate conversation that marks a new chapter in her career—the launch of Fel. Known for shaping some of the most iconic products in prestige beauty, Holmes opens up about the personal experiences, creative pauses, and emotional clarity that ultimately led her to build something entirely her own. The episode traces Jaimee’s journey from her early days...

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav is joined by Dr. Steven Dayan, Dr. Sabrina Fabi, and Dr. Nathan LeBrasseur—key advisory voices behind AMWC Americas—for an inside look at why this meeting has become one of the most influential platforms shaping modern aesthetic medicine. As an official media partner, Skin Anarchy and Dr. Ekta are part of the global conversations unfolding at AMWC Americas—conversations that go far beyond injectables to explore longevity science...

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this Masterclass episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav welcomes back Dr. Barbara Paldus of Codex Labs for a compelling deep dive into integrative dermatology—a next-generation approach that treats skin not as a surface problem, but as a window into whole-body health. This conversation reframes chronic skin issues through a systems lens, exploring how the gut, brain, immune system, hormones, and microbiomes continuously communicate—and how disruptions in one system can ri...

Transcribed - Published: 2 February 2026

Send us Fan Mail In the third installment of the Skin Anarchy and Timeline Masterclass, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Brad Currier, Manager of Clinical Trials at Timeline, for a behind-the-scenes look at what real evidence in longevity science and skincare actually requires. With a foundation in muscle physiology, exercise science, and aging research, Dr. Currier brings a performance-driven lens to longevity — reframing skin not as a cosmetic surface, but as a mitochondria-dense longevity...

Transcribed - Published: 26 January 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Tiffany Libby for a clear, science-forward conversation on supplements, cellular energy, and why NAD biology has become such a focal point in modern longevity discussions. As interest in “aging better” grows, this episode cuts through hype to explore what NAD optimization can—and cannot—realistically do for skin and whole-body health. Dr. Libby brings a rare perspective to the conversation. As a board-certifie...

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav welcomes Carolina Reis Oliveira and Alessandra Zonari, co-founders of OneSkin, for a rigorous, eye-opening conversation that reframes skincare as a true longevity intervention. Part of the Lessons in Longevity series, this episode asks a bold question: what if skin aging isn’t cosmetic at all—but cellular, systemic, and deeply biological? OneSkin began not as a brand, but as a lab-based mission. Trained in stem cell biology, tis...

Transcribed - Published: 19 January 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this Fragrance Friday episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Pissara Umavijani, founder and perfumer of Parfums Dusita, for a quietly powerful conversation about perfume as emotion, memory, and meaning. In an industry increasingly driven by trends and virality, Dusita stands apart as a house built on poetry, patience, and feeling. Pissara shares her deeply personal journey—leaving Thailand to start over in Paris with a singular intention: to create fragrance that...

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav is joined by Dr. Yannis Alexandrides and Eva Alexandridis, the husband-and-wife team behind 111 Harley St. and 111SKIN, for a candid, science-forward conversation on regenerative aesthetics, protocol-based skincare, and what longevity really looks like when it’s rooted in medicine—not marketing. 111SKIN didn’t start as a beauty brand. It began in the operating room. Dr. Alexandrides shares how his work in facial plastic surgery ...

Transcribed - Published: 12 January 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Natasha Denona for a rare, reflective conversation that traces the creative and philosophical roots of one of modern makeup’s most influential brands. Known for palettes that have become industry benchmarks, Natasha opens up about how her work has always been driven less by trends—and more by intention, education, and respect for the user. Growing up between science and art shaped everything. Natasha’s mother, a chemis...

Transcribed - Published: 5 January 2026

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Denise Vasi, founder and creative force behind MAED, for a thoughtful conversation about building beauty with intention, patience, and care. Denise’s path into the industry began early—signed to Ford Models and immersed in on-set artistry long before social media shaped beauty culture. Those formative years, paired with memories of her grandmother’s at-home esthetic rituals, planted the seed for a philosophy rooted in p...

Transcribed - Published: 29 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Michele Henry, founder and CEO of FACE FOUNDRIÉ, to explore how the facial industry is being quietly—but fundamentally—rewritten. What began as a personal frustration became a scalable solution: professional skincare that’s consistent, accessible, and designed for real life, not just special occasions. After her third child, Michele found herself stuck between facials that were either overly luxurious, prohibiti...

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Smitha Rao—biotechnologist, longtime beauty innovator, and founder of Pareva Beauty—for a grounded, science-first conversation on what skin longevity actually means. Part of the Lessons in Longevity series, this episode challenges the tired idea of “anti-aging” and reframes skincare as long-term biological support rather than surface-level correction. With nearly two decades in biotech and beauty, Smitha brings a...

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Alexes Hazen—board-certified plastic surgeon, microsurgery specialist, and founder of Zen Essentials—for a thoughtful conversation on skin health, ethical aesthetics, and why real results can never be separated from whole-body well-being. With a background that spans public health, global medicine, and some of the most technically demanding surgical training, Dr. Hazen brings a rare depth to how she thinks abo...

Transcribed - Published: 15 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with supermodel, actress, podcaster, and YSE Beauty founder Molly Sims for an intimate conversation on how beauty evolves, how confidence is built, and how skincare becomes smarter with age. Known for her iconic presence and unfiltered approach on Lipstick on the Rim, Molly opens up about the real experiences that shaped her philosophy — from hormonal acne and melasma to rediscovering balance after years of har...

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with one of the most influential minds in modern aesthetics, Dr. Steven Dayan — facial plastic surgeon, New York Times bestselling author, educator, and founder of XOMD Skincare. Together, they explore the deeper layers of beauty: the biology, the psychology, and the emotional resonance that shape how we see ourselves and others. Dr. Dayan reflects on his unconventional path from sculptor to surgeon, sharing ...

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Jordan Harper, board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Barefaced, to explore the movement toward simplicity, integrity, and long-term skin health. With nearly a decade in aesthetic medicine, Harper brings a refreshing, clinically grounded perspective to a beauty landscape overwhelmed by trends, noise, and overcomplicated routines. Harper shares how her early career in the ICU shaped her detail-oriented, ...

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Simone Gibertoni, CEO of Clinique La Prairie, for the launch of our new Lessons In Longevity series. This is a powerful conversation about what longevity truly means today—and why it’s no longer about “anti-aging,” but about living better, longer, and with intention. For nearly a century, the Swiss institution has been a leader in preventative medicine, and under Gibertoni’s guidance, it has evolved into a global ...

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Estella Benz, founder and CEO of Inference Beauty, to explore how data intelligence, ingredient transparency, and AI personalization are reshaping the future of skincare. What began as Estella’s frustration with confusing ingredient lists and overwhelming product choices evolved into a powerful technology platform designed to decode beauty — not through trends, but through truth. Estella shares how Inference Beau...

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Jessica Weiser, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Weiser Skin MD, to shed light on one of the most overlooked yet vital parts of dermatology — the scalp. Often forgotten in the broader conversation about skin health, the scalp is one of the body’s most complex ecosystems, driving everything from follicle vitality to inflammation control. “It’s not just where your hair grows,” Dr. Weiser explains. “I...

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Antony Nakhla, board-certified dermatologic surgeon and founder of Eighth Day, to explore how regenerative medicine is reshaping modern skincare. Known for bringing reconstructive precision to beauty, Dr. Nakhla shares how his background in Mohs micrographic surgery inspired a mission to apply real wound-healing science to everyday skincare — helping people look like the best version of themselves, not someone...

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply soulful episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with May Lindstrom, founder of May Lindstrom Skin, to explore the intimate connection between sensitivity, ritual, and true nourishment. Known for her artisanal, plant-based formulations and sensory-rich approach to beauty, May shares how her lifelong struggle with eczema led her to create skincare that heals rather than hides — born from necessity, curiosity, and love. Raised in the natural stillness o...

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Giovanna McCarthy, founder of PDO Max, to uncover the history, science, and artistry behind one of modern aesthetics’ most transformative tools — PDO threads. With over forty years of experience in medical aesthetics, Giovanna shares how her early exposure to European skincare and her mother’s story of burn recovery shaped a lifelong mission to heal, restore, and innovate. What began with some of the first U.S. d...

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Stephanie Redmond, PharmD, PhD, and founder of Dr. Stephanie’s, to explore how pharmacology is transforming the world of supplements and functional medicine. With dual expertise in endocrinology and pharmacotherapy, Dr. Redmond offers a rare perspective on how medications, nutrients, and hormones intersect — and how precision-based formulation is reshaping metabolic health. After years in clinical practice, D...

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Send us Fan Mail In 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, cardamo...

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

Send us Fan Mail In 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 oppor...

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

Send us Fan Mail In 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 fundamenta...

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025