Beaucoup Skin

Starsky Clark

A podcast for individuals that are passionate about skincare. Learn the truth about skincare products, ingredients and how to treat skin conditions to achieve healthy skin.

  1. Oct 19

    Microneedling Serums vs. Exosomes vs. Stem Cells vs. Peptides: What’s the Difference?

    The aesthetics industry is full of buzzwords—but what do these treatments and ingredients actually mean? In this episode of Beaucoup Skin, Starsky Clark, PharmD, LE breaks down the difference between microneedling serums, exosomes, stem cells, and peptides in a clear, science-forward way. We’ll discuss what each category actually is, how they differ biologically, how they’re marketed in aesthetics, and why terms like “stem cell serum” and “exosome treatment” can be misleading if you don’t know what’s really inside the product. You’ll also learn why a serum that is safe to apply on intact skin is not automatically appropriate for use during microneedling, why sterility and formulation matter, and why more “advanced” doesn’t always mean better. In this episode, we cover: What microneedling serums really areHow peptides work in skincareWhat exosomes are and why they’re being studiedThe difference between true stem cells, conditioned media, and “stem cell” cosmeticsGrowth factors vs. exosomes vs. peptidesWhy regulatory status mattersWhat to ask before adding a biologic or serum to a microneedling treatmentHow to separate promising science from marketing hypeThe biggest takeaway? Scientific-sounding doesn’t automatically mean scientifically proven. Corrective skincare is about choosing the right product, right treatment, and right timing for the skin in front of you—not chasing the newest buzzword.

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A podcast for individuals that are passionate about skincare. Learn the truth about skincare products, ingredients and how to treat skin conditions to achieve healthy skin.

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