Aesthetics Unscripted

Kim Laudati

Aesthetics Unscripted™ is a modern, no-fluff podcast that breaks down what actually works in medical aesthetics, skin health, wellness, and longevity without hype, gimmicks, or outdated advice.  Hosted by Kim Laudati, Founder & President of IT Intelligent Treatment (New York), each episode delivers honest expert insight, real-world treatment strategy, and evidence-based education to help you understand what works, what doesn’t, and why. Expect clear conversations on non-surgical skin tightening, regenerative aesthetics, acoustic vs heat-based technology, skincare myths, “before and after” misconceptions, holistic skin support, oncology-safe aesthetics, and how treatments like SomaCell support the body’s natural repair process. If you want smarter, safer, long-term results and confidence without unnecessary damage or downtime, you’re in the right place.

  1. 3d ago

    What TikTok Gets Wrong About Nutrition | Meridan Zerner

    Longevity and nutrition go hand in hand. Meredith Zerner, a nutrition specialist with 30 years of experience, explains why. Kim sits down with Meredith Zerner, a veteran nutrition specialist with over three decades of experience in the field. They break down the science behind how what you eat impacts how you age, cutting through the noise that often surrounds wellness advice. This conversation focuses on the practical application of longevity and nutrition. Rather than chasing short-term fixes, they discuss sustainable habits that support healthy aging. If you are looking for an evidence-based approach to an anti-aging diet, this episode provides the roadmap you need to make informed choices about your long-term health. Subscribe for weekly aesthetic breakdowns. Let us know in the comments what specific nutrition topics you want us to cover next.

  2. Sep 24

    Peptide Safety Warning: What You Need to Know Before Buying

    #PeptideSafety #OzempicFace #AestheticsUnscripted Counterfeit neurotoxins, mislabeled peptides, GLP-1 Ozempic face & AlloClae off-the-shelf cadaver fat — board-certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Sachin M. Shridharani MD of Luxurgery returns for Part 2 with host Kim The conversation opens with an alarming reality — many compounded peptides on the market may be mislabeled or filled with inactive ingredients, and counterfeit neurotoxins are actively entering the aesthetic supply chain. Dr. Shridharani makes the case clearly: unsupervised DIY injections without clinical oversight, proper sourcing standards, or monitoring put patients at serious risk. The discussion shifts to GLP-1 medications — tracing their origins in diabetes care, explaining their benefits for appetite control and food noise reduction, and addressing how rapid weight loss contributes to facial and body laxity known as Ozempic face and Ozempic body. Dr. Shridharani outlines the full spectrum of treatment options from noninvasive tightening to volume restoration and surgical intervention. He then introduces AlloClae — an off-the-shelf cadaveric fat product designed for sterile stabilized volume restoration — with applications ranging from contour correction to reconstructive needs well beyond cosmetic use. The episode closes with guidance on prevention, patient selection, knowing when to say no, and why starting early always beats correcting later.

  3. Sep 17

    Botched Surgery Fixes & Luxury Recovery with Dr. Sachin M. Shridharani

    #PlasticSurgery #BotchedSurgery #AestheticsUnscripted Fixing botched aesthetic procedures, FDA innovation & luxury patient care — board-certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Sachin M. Shridharani MD of Luxurgery on Fifth Avenue joins host Kim Laudati for Part 1 of an essential conversation. Dr. Shridharani shares how his Hopkins training shaped his mission of research, clinical excellence, and education — and how that mission extended into working alongside pharma and the FDA to help develop and ensure the safety of new toxins, fillers, implants, lasers, and devices for wide-scale patient impact. He walks through what makes Luxurgery's patient experience truly different — a curated, luxury-focused environment with personalized sensory details — and introduces one of New York City's only on-site overnight luxury recovery suites, designed to improve privacy and post-op monitoring in ways most practices simply can't offer. The conversation then addresses botched procedures head-on — how Dr. Shridharani approaches corrective surgery, manages complications, restores patients physically and emotionally, and why price-driven medical tourism creates risks, limited records, and outcomes that are sometimes impossible to fix.

  4. Sep 10

    Medical vs. Cosmetic Dermatology: What You NEED to Know with Dr. Paula Malhotra

    Meet Dr. Paula Malhotra, a board-certified dermatologist, as she discusses her path in the aesthetics industry. In this episode of Aesthetics Unscripted, host Kim sits down with Dr. Maholtra to explore her professional background. They discuss the specific motivations and experiences that shaped her career in the medical field. This conversation offers a look at the dedication required to excel in professional dermatology. Dr. Malhotra shares insights regarding her current work at the skn institute, highlighting how her unique perspective influences her practice. Viewers gain a clearer understanding of her aesthetic journey and the foundational principles she brings to patient care. Her background provides valuable context for anyone interested in high-level skincare expertise and the reality of working in this specialized field. Subscribe for weekly dermatology insights and professional aesthetic breakdowns. Let us know in the comments what aesthetic topics you want us to cover next.

  5. Sep 3

    How to Choose the Right Doctor & Never Ignore These Symptoms

    Family Medicine, Preventive Care & Vaccines: Dr. Quincy Harberger on Choosing a PCP, Red Flags, and Telehealth Host Kim welcomes Dr. Quincy Harberger, a family medicine physician, to explain what family medicine, PCPs, and internists mean and how primary care covers most patient needs. Dr. Harberger shares why he chose medicine and family practice, emphasizing problem-solving, long-term relationships, and treating the whole person. He offers green flags for choosing a doctor (especially word-of-mouth and authentic communication) and red flags (dismissiveness, poor listening, limiting concerns). They discuss patients self-educating online, managing health anxiety, the real purpose of annual physicals (prevention and screenings), and practical guidance on supplementation focused on goals, lifestyle, and multivitamins. Dr. Harberger strongly advocates vaccination, linking rising measles and other diseases to eroded trust post-COVID. He reviews symptoms not to ignore and shares how to contact First Cap Care in York County, PA, including telehealth options.

  6. Aug 27

    The Business Side of Aesthetics Nobody Talks About with Don Adeesha

    Business of Aesthetics: Marketing, Compliance, Patient Experience & Practice Growth Host Kim of Aesthetics Unscripted interviews Don Adeesha, host of the Business of Aesthetics podcast and community, about how the platform started seven years ago as an expansion from Echo Marketing to help aesthetic practice owners attract and retain ideal patients through education on the business side of aesthetics. Don explains that Business of Aesthetics shares insights via podcasts, webinars, and summits covering topics like patient experience and recurring revenue systems, marketing, burnout and overwhelm, HR and legal compliance (including risks around 1099 staffing and “ghost medical directors”), accounting, real estate decisions, trends, devices, and AI. They discuss a “cloud” aesthetic suite model that sparked debate about brand loyalty and team culture. Don advises patients to research providers, review outcomes and reviews, call offices to gauge comfort, and proceed cautiously for elective procedures, and shares that resources are free at businessofaesthetics.org.

  7. Aug 20

    Gut Microbiome Basics: Prebiotics vs Probiotics with Rebecca Hermann

    Gut Microbiome Basics: Prebiotics vs Probiotics, Cravings, and Smarter Grocery Shopping | Aesthetics Unscripted Host Kim welcomes registered dietician nutritionist Rebecca Herman to discuss gut microbiome basics and how to navigate nutrition misinformation. Rebecca explains her work in K–12 nutrition education, clarifies the difference between a registered dietician and a nutritionist, and emphasizes continuing education. They define the gut microbiome and why it matters for digestion, immunity, memory, and overall wellness, then break down prebiotics (fiber from fruits, vegetables, oats, whole grains) versus probiotics (fermented foods like yogurt, pickles, sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha), including why starting slowly can prevent stomach upset. They discuss how gut health can influence cravings, practical strategies for busy people (shopping small, prepping foods, shopping the store’s outer aisles), and label-reading red flags like long ingredient lists, low fiber, high added sugar, and high sodium.

  8. Aug 13

    Revision Breast Surgery, Natural Results & Biohacking Longevity with Dr. Richard Baxter

    Revision Breast Surgery, Natural Results & Biohacking Longevity with Dr. Richard Baxter | Aesthetics Unscripted Host Kim welcomes Dr. Richard Baxter of Phase Plastic Surgery & Longevity (Seattle area) to discuss his background in art, innovative revision aesthetic surgery, and his focus on evidence-based longevity medicine. Baxter explains breast implant complications like animation deformity and “double bubble,” and how implant plane choices such as subfascial placement and split muscle techniques can reduce these issues. They compare implants with fat transfer, including limits, variability, and best uses like asymmetry correction. Baxter addresses viral social media trends, ethical marketing, body dysmorphia concerns, and the importance of saying no to unrealistic patients. The conversation then shifts to longevity: biological age testing (TruDiagnostic and GlycanAge), tiers of interventions from lifestyle to high-tech therapies, risks of self-dosing peptides, and his downloadable, frequently updated book “Biohacking Longevity,” including cautions about NAD infusions.

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Aesthetics Unscripted™ is a modern, no-fluff podcast that breaks down what actually works in medical aesthetics, skin health, wellness, and longevity without hype, gimmicks, or outdated advice.  Hosted by Kim Laudati, Founder & President of IT Intelligent Treatment (New York), each episode delivers honest expert insight, real-world treatment strategy, and evidence-based education to help you understand what works, what doesn’t, and why. Expect clear conversations on non-surgical skin tightening, regenerative aesthetics, acoustic vs heat-based technology, skincare myths, “before and after” misconceptions, holistic skin support, oncology-safe aesthetics, and how treatments like SomaCell support the body’s natural repair process. If you want smarter, safer, long-term results and confidence without unnecessary damage or downtime, you’re in the right place.

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  • Creator
    Kim Laudati
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Aesthetics Unscripted
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