Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast

Young Goose
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Welcome to Biohacking Beauty, the definitive exploration of skin health through the lens of longevity medicine and cellular biology. Hosted by the founders of Young Goose, Amitay Eshel and Anastasia Khodzhaeva, this podcast moves beyond "single-molecule" trends to uncover the multi-mechanism protocols required to optimize the body’s largest organ. We bridge the gap between systemic longevity research and topical application. By hosting world-renowned experts in mitochondrial health, epigenetic signaling, and regenerative medicine, we translate complex research into actionable strategies for biological recalibration. From the 12 Hallmarks of Aging to the latest in bio-harmonizing lifestyle shifts, Biohacking Beauty provides the molecular tools and insights needed to align your skin’s appearance with your body’s peak biological potential.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Sleep Is Skincare: How Timing Unlocks Your Body's Best Skin Repair

    Did you know that the most powerful anti-aging protocol isn't about how long you sleep? It's about when. Getting eight hours of sleep for skincare feels like a tough feat to achieve especially when life gets in the way. By understanding how your skin begins its optimal repair time, it’s still possible to achieve the best skin results without the guilt of not sleeping enough. In our quest in finding the best skincare ingredient for our products, we discovered that hours of sleep do matter, but best skin results happen by following the skin’s optimal program sequences for deep repair. We go deeper into this in the latest episode of Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast. We also cover how melatonin onset, circadian rhythm, growth hormones, and inflammation play a huge role in giving your skin the environment it needs to do its best work. What's Discussed: (1:54-5:09) Why sleep timing matters more than sleep hours for skin repair(07:01-15:19) The three repair windows your skin depends on every night: melatonin onset, growth hormone pulse, and barrier recovery(05:09-5:55) Why dull skin, slow healing, and crepey eyes are often a timing problem — not a product problem(13:28-17:10) How to build a recovery-first nighttime routine before adding any stimulation(37:47-40:47) The silk vs. cotton pillowcase: Which fabric choice is part of your skincare(43:29-47:36) Supplements that support skin repair at night(17:17-17:30) Red light therapy as the only exception to the no-stacking rule Resources mentioned: Sleep protocol: https://www.younggoose.com/pages/sleep-protocol Episode with Anastasia (BeautyFascia): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anastasia-beauty-fascia-facial-fascia-and-massage Episode on Face Taping with Olga from Natural Face Bible: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-japanese-face-taping-explained-with-olga Find more from Young Goose: The Elastin Action Protocol → Engineered for Skin Navigating Elasticity ChangeThe Winter Skin Protocol → Build for How Skin Actually Behaves in WinterVAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment RecoveryUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare

    47 min

  2. 11 MAR

    Alex Tarnava: What Hydrogen Really Does to Your Skin

    Molecular hydrogen is often described as a selective antioxidant, but that framing is incomplete. In this episode, we explore hydrogen as a mitochondrial hormetic signal that can influence redox balance, inflammatory regulation, and adaptive stress pathways. The key distinction is that delivery route changes mechanism. Oral, inhaled, and topical hydrogen act differently in the body, with different kinetics, tissue distribution, and biological implications. We dive deeper into this in the Biohacking Beauty Podcast with Alex Tarnava. We discuss why topical hydrogen is gaining attention for skin outcomes, how gut-mediated signaling may drive systemic effects, and why interpreting evidence requires understanding study design, delivery method, and real-world product variability. WHAT’S DISCUSSED: (04:52) Why hydrogen is not a traditional antioxidant and what that actually means biologically (06:17) How different delivery routes change tissue targeting and systemic signaling (10:09) Why skin aging and inflammatory conditions behave more like a systems problem than a single pathway (15:10) How mild oxidative stress can activate endogenous antioxidant production (16:05) The hidden risk of reductive stress from excessive antioxidant use (17:59) Why inflammation must be regulated rather than suppressed for long-term tissue repair (28:52) The gut-driven mechanisms that may influence visible skin outcomes (29:42) How corporate-owned research and investigator-led studies shape the hydrogen evidence landscape (37:25) Why exaggerated longevity claims distort innovation and erode trust (50:49) The growing issue of counterfeit hydrogen products and what it signals about market maturity Find more from Young Goose: The Elastin Action Protocol → Engineered for Skin Navigating Elasticity Change Use code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare Find more from Alex Tarnava: Website: https://hydrogenwatertablets.com https://alextarnava.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alextarnava

    59 min

  3. 4 MAR

    Dr. Scott Sherr: Why Chronic Stress Disrupts Mitochondria and Accelerates Visible Skin Aging

    Chronic stress isn’t just a mental or emotional burden. It creates a biological cascade that disrupts mitochondrial function, accelerates inflammation, and shows up visibly in the skin long before deeper symptoms appear. We dive deeper into this in the Biohacking Beauty Podcast with Dr. Scott Sherr. We also talk about the sympathetic spiral of doom, why skin reflects mitochondrial decline before other symptoms appear, and why sequencing interventions matter more than intensity. Dr. Scott Sherr is a board-certified internal medicine physician certified in Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. He is the COO of Troscriptions and focuses clinically on mitochondrial health, stress physiology, and advanced recovery protocols. What's Discussed: (01:52) Why chronic stress is not just mental and directly impacts cellular energy(05:17) How modern life keeps the nervous system stuck in chronic fight or flight(07:25) Cortisol and stress hormones disrupting mitochondria and accelerating skin aging(11:16) Why skin aging is often the first visible sign of mitochondrial decline(24:16) The sympathetic spiral of doom explained through energy loss and stress signaling(27:14) Why stress reduction and mitochondrial support must happen at the same time(46:22) Why aggressive skincare and biohacking fail without mitochondrial resilience(50:35) Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, sequencing, and why timing matters more than intensity Find more from Young Goose: The Elastin Action Protocol → Engineered for Skin Navigating Elasticity Change The Winter Skin Protocol → Build for How Skin Actually Behaves in Winter VAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment RecoveryUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare Find more from Dr. Scott Sherr: Website: https://troscriptions.com LinkedIn: @troscriptions Instagram: @drscottsherr @troscriptions Facebook: @Troscriptions Youtube: @troscriptions Tiktok: @troscriptions

    1h 13m

  4. 25 FEB

    Anastasia (Beauty Fascia): Facial Fascia and Massage + Lymphatic Drainage for Younger-Looking Skin

    Fascia is one of the most overlooked conversations in skin aging. We spend so much time thinking about collagen, serums, injectables, and trending tools, but very few people are talking about the structural system underneath the skin that influences how we actually age. If you are dealing with under-eye puffiness, jaw tension, posture changes, facial asymmetry, or feeling like your face looks more tired than it should, this episode explores a deeper layer of the conversation. We dive into fascia, fluid movement, breathing patterns, and why your neck and jaw may be playing a much bigger role in your appearance than you realize. In this conversation, we break down what fascia really is in simple terms and how it connects to collagen production, lymphatic drainage, nervous system regulation, and facial structure over time. Anastasia is a board-certified Structural Integration Therapist trained in kinesiology, facial muscle neuro rehabilitation, neurovascular release, myofascial release, traditional Chinese medicine, and acupressure. Over the past five years, she has pursued global mentorships and seminars focused on structural and facial regeneration, bringing together multiple disciplines to support facial health, tissue quality, and overall structural balance. To watch this episode on Youtube click here: https://youtu.be/KRs4dlmfj8s What's Discussed: (11:41) Why facial massage does not stretch skin and how tissue actually adapts(19:38) Under eye puffiness as a drainage issue, not a skin problem(23:12) Collagen cross linking and why fibroblasts avoid rebuilding on damaged matrix(27:23) Glymphatic dysfunction and how poor brain drainage shows up in the face(51:52) What happens to circulation and lymphatic flow when muscles are paralyzed with Botox(53:52) Why mewing fails without addressing neck tension and structural foundation(01:12:23) Phone posture, forward head position, and structural facial aging(01:14:39) Aging as a structural shift before wrinkles ever appear Find more from Young Goose: The Elastin Action Protocol → Engineered for Skin Navigating Elasticity ChangeThe Winter Skin Protocol → Build for How Skin Actually Behaves in WinterVAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment RecoveryUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare Find more from Anastasia (Beauty Fascia): Website: https://anastasia.beautyInstagram: @anastasiabeautyfasciaYoutube: @anastasiabeautyfasciaTikTok: @anastasiabeautyfascia

    1h 24m

  5. 18 FEB

    Dr. Jila Senemar, MD: How Early Perimenopause and Insulin Resistance Drive Skin Aging

    Being told your labs are “normal” and your cycle is still regular does not mean your metabolism and hormones are stable. Early insulin resistance can quietly increase inflammation, drive midsection fat gain, and accelerate skin aging years before menopause is officially diagnosed. In this Biohacking Beauty episode with Dr. Jila Senemar, we break down why regular periods do not rule out perimenopause, why building muscle is one of the most powerful metabolic tools in midlife, and how early testing like DEXA scans can reveal hidden bone loss long before standard guidelines would ever check. Dr. Jila Senemar is a board-certified OB/GYN with more than 20 years of clinical experience. She is a menopause specialist certified by The Menopause Society and a longevity physician. Her clinical work focuses on perimenopause, menopause, hormone therapy, and midlife women’s health. What's Discussed: (02:57) Insulin resistance as an early midlife driver of inflammation and weight gain(03:35) Why more cardio and restriction can worsen midlife metabolic dysfunction(07:27) Regular periods and no hot flashes still align with early perimenopause(09:44) Night waking and unrefreshing sleep as overlooked perimenopause symptoms(15:01) Strength training as a metabolic and hormonal support tool in midlife(24:40) Using DEXA scans at 40 to detect early bone density loss(26:15) Hormone therapy framed around longevity, not just symptom relief(41:14) Progesterone’s role in sleep, mood stability, and early perimenopause support Find more from Young Goose: The Elastin Action Protocol →  Engineered for Skin Navigating Elasticity Change The Winter Skin Protocol → Build for How Skin Actually Behaves in Winter VAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment RecoveryUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare Find more from Dr. Jila Senemar MD, FACOG, MSCP: Website: https://www.jilamd.comInstagram: @drjilasenemar

    51 min

  6. 11 FEB

    Jess Kane (BodyBio): How Omega Ratios, Low Fat Diets, and Damaged Cell Membranes Trigger Skin Aging

    Advanced skincare routines are more popular than ever, yet dryness, laxity, and visible aging still persist. The issue isn’t effort or discipline. It’s that skin aging is being treated as a surface-level problem instead of a cellular and structural one. We dive deeper into this in the latest Biohacking Beauty Podcast with Jess Kane. We also chat about how cell membrane health shapes visible aging, why omega fats are widely misunderstood, and how most “liposomal” supplements never reach the cell. Jessica Kane is the Co-Owner and Chief Marketing Officer of BodyBio, a third-generation wellness company specializing in cellular health. She works alongside healthcare practitioners and researchers to translate complex cell membrane and lipid science into practical, evidence-based solutions.  What's Discussed: (06:17) Why advanced skincare and red light therapy still fail without cellular building blocks(07:37) How low-fat nutrition and missing lipids weaken skin structure over time(09:55) Cell membranes explained as the foundation of skin barrier, tone, and elasticity(10:46) How phospholipids act as the “cement” between skin cells and prevent laxity(13:15) Why the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio matters more than taking fish oil alone(15:57) Why most phosphatidylcholine on the market is not truly liposomal(18:28) How “liposomal” labeling works and why most supplements fail cellular delivery(36:01) Why vitamin C and glutathione don’t impact collagen without proper absorption Find more from Young Goose: Find our Elastin Protocol here: https://younggoose.com/pages/elastin-action-protocol-landingFind our Winter Protocol here: https://younggoose.com/pages/winter-protocolVAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment Recovery: https://younggoose.com/products/vampire-exosomesUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=appleInstagram: http://instagram.com/young_goose_skincare Find more from Jess Kane:  Website: https://bodybio.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/jesskaneInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybio/Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@jesskaneb

    59 min

  7. 6 FEB

    Valentine’s Day Special: Our Top Skincare Recommendations for Each Other as Co-Founders + Life Partners

    It’s Valentine’s Day, and while we don’t usually shape our work around holidays, this one felt different because we’re not just co-founders of Young Goose, we’re life partners. For us, care has always shown up in daily choices and consistency, the same philosophy behind how we think about skin longevity. In this special episode, we flip the format and recommend ingredients to each other based on real-time skin needs. We get into methylene blue, NAD support, ectoin, retinol, and repair-focused actives through the lens of cellular energy, inflammation control, repair, and long-term resilience. If you’re listening on Valentine’s Day, we’re honored you’re spending it with us. And if you’re tuning in any other day, we’re just as glad you’re here. Either way, this conversation is about care that lasts and the small, intentional choices that add up over time. What's Discussed: (03:38) Why this Valentine’s episode feels different as co-founders and life partners(06:11) Recommending ingredients based on real-time skin needs, not bias(12:38) Methylene blue, red light synergy, and mitochondrial skin energy(17:04) NAD support as the currency behind repair and long-term resilience(20:49) Ectoin, deep hydration, and protection from blue light and pollution(25:10) Retinol results, limitations, and why peptide alternatives matter(27:36) Sun exposure, oxidative stress, and the missing piece of post-UV DNA repair Find more from Young Goose: The Elastin Action Protocol →  Engineered for Skin Navigating Elasticity Change The Winter Skin Protocol → Build for How Skin Actually Behaves in Winter VAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment RecoveryUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare

    27 min

  8. 4 FEB

    Marina Moiseyeva: Skin Detoxification, GLP-1s, and What Actually Drives Facial Aging

    Skin problems are often the body’s earliest warning sign that detoxification, inflammation control, and nutrient absorption are already compromised. When detox demand rises and recovery systems can’t keep up, skin changes and aging-related signs become more pronounced. In this episode of the Biohacking Beauty Podcast, we sit down with Marina Moiseyeva to explore why medications and aggressive topicals increase detox load, how sweating and lymphatic movement support skin longevity, and why “Ozempic face” is driven by muscle, bone, and nutrient loss rather than fat alone. Marina Moiseyeva is a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. She is a Certified Diplomate in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine, a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and the author of Harmonious Healing Blueprint: Biohacking, Regeneration & Health Resilience. What's Discussed: (00:00) Why skin functions as a detox organ(07:03) How topical treatments and medications quietly increase the body’s detox burden(11:34) Sweating, hydration, and lymphatic movement as primary detox pathways(19:32) GLP-1s, nutrient absorption, and the real mechanism behind “Ozempic face”(26:09) Bone density, muscle loss, and why structural facial aging is hard to reverse(54:48) What ages skin faster than sun exposure and why sugar-driven inflammation matters Find more from Young Goose: Find our Elastin Protocol here: https://younggoose.com/pages/elastin-action-protocol-landingFind our Winter Protocol here: https://younggoose.com/pages/winter-protocolVAMPIRE EXOSOMES → Professional Exosome Serum for Regeneration and Post-Treatment Recovery: https://younggoose.com/products/vampire-exosomesUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at younggoose.comInstagram: @young_goose_skincare Find more from Marina Moiseyeva: Website: https://liveharmoniouslife.comInstagram: @liveharmoniouslife  Books' Amazon page links here: Hardcover: https://a.co/d/asQyFGW Paperback: https://a.co/d/gRQhEWE

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Welcome to Biohacking Beauty, the definitive exploration of skin health through the lens of longevity medicine and cellular biology. Hosted by the founders of Young Goose, Amitay Eshel and Anastasia Khodzhaeva, this podcast moves beyond "single-molecule" trends to uncover the multi-mechanism protocols required to optimize the body’s largest organ. We bridge the gap between systemic longevity research and topical application. By hosting world-renowned experts in mitochondrial health, epigenetic signaling, and regenerative medicine, we translate complex research into actionable strategies for biological recalibration. From the 12 Hallmarks of Aging to the latest in bio-harmonizing lifestyle shifts, Biohacking Beauty provides the molecular tools and insights needed to align your skin’s appearance with your body’s peak biological potential.

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  • Creator
    Young Goose
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    243
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 Young Goose

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