In this episode, Jonah Shacknai shares his experiences in both the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Known for his leadership, innovation, and business acumen, Jonah shares the road map that led him to owning two of the most successful companies in dermatology.

After suffering from personal health challenges, Jennifer Fugo MS, LDN, CNS focused on the relationship between nutrition, gut health, and skin disease. She is a sought-after speaker, educator, and recognized authority on treating patients with chronic skin disorders using nutritional interventions to rebalance gut health.

Drs Farris and Lain give a quick overview of 2023 and discuss what the trends will be for 2024. Thank you to all our listeners for a great first year of Skincare Confidential!

Dr. Diane Berson is a dermatologist well known for her expertise in cosmeceuticals. In this episode, she discusses product selection by the decade. She also explains how to curate regimens based on age with a focus on special skincare considerations for menopausal women.

Pierre Fabre invented the dermo-cosmetic category and ensured that his Company maintained a strong charitable purpose upon his passing. Mr Ducournau gives insight as to how he safeguards Mr Fabre’s legacy while continuing to develop innovative skincare and pharmacologic products.

Dr. Rocio Rivera, Global SVP of La Mer, gives us insight as to why a neuroscientist chose to lead product innovation and development of an ultra-prestige skincare brand. Your preconceptions about this brand may change once you’ve listened to this episode!

For more than 30 years, leading dermatologists and plastic surgeons have recommended RATIONALE to their patients to protect and repair skin from photodamage. RATIONALE offers a customized suite of formulations based on the Six Pillars of Skin Health. In this episode, founder Richard Parker explains his philosophy on skin health and how RATIONALE can be used to promote healthy skin.

Dr. Lain sits down with Dr. Hilary Baldwin, an expert on the current understanding of the skin microbiome and how it is affected and manipulated by therapeutics. Through a deep dive into acne and rosacea pathogenesis, Dr. Baldwin explains how we should think of the microbiome in terms of a secondary immune system for our skin, and why supporting a healthy microbiome is integral for our overall health.

In this episode, Dr. Henry Lim explains how next generation sunscreens can provide protection against not only ultraviolet light, but longer wavelengths of light as well. The importance of broad-spectrum photoprotection for preventing photoaging and hyperpigmentation is discussed.

Dr. Whiney Bowe is a researcher, author, entrepreneur and celebrity dermatologist who’s viral TikTok trend Skin Cycling changed the face of the skincare industry. Skin Cycling, a strategic method for cycling through evening skincare products to maximize results and minimize irritation, has been given a nod by consumers and practicing dermatologists., shares her personal journey and how she became interested in the link between the gut microbiome and skin health.