#skinthusiast: the podcast Amy Koberling

#041 In this episode, Lily Nichols, a registered dietitian nutritionist and author of three transformative books, joins me to share her evidence-based approach to women's nutrition. Lily has significantly influenced nutrition guidelines and her works are pivotal in the reform of gestational diabetes guidelines in the Czech Republic. She discusses common nutritional misconceptions and provides science-backed advice that can revolutionize health practices for women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. W...

#040 In this episode, Ava Perkins, a cosmetic chemist and science educator, joins the host to debunk common skincare myths. They discuss the misconception that our skin absorbs 80% of what we apply to it, the belief that self-tanner is bad for us, the idea that naturally derived ingredients are better, the myth that products with fragrance are harmful, the misconception about the need for toners, the belief that castor oil promotes lash growth, the controversy surrounding medical-grade skinca...

#039 In this episode, I share my career trajectory all the way from a political science major to becoming a Dermatology PA. I discuss the educational path to becoming a PA, highlighting the general training received in PA programs, rotations during the second year, and the importance of hands-on clinical experience. I detail my experience working in critical care, emphasizing the rewarding yet demanding nature of the job and finally just how I landed the elusive Derm job. This episode even de...

#038 In this episode, Kendra Butler shares her journey from being a beauty executive in New York City to founding Alpyn Beauty in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She discusses the challenges of adapting to the high altitude and dry climate of the mountains and how she discovered the benefits of wildcrafted ingredients in skincare. Kendra explains her process of foraging and incorporating these wild plants into her clinical formulations, resulting in products that are effective and tailored to the spec...

#037 I am so excited to have Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd, a board-certified Dermatologist and Lifestyle Medicine expert, to this week’s episode of #skinthusiast: the podcast.You will be blown away by Dr. Woolery-Lloyd's insights and knowledge on the latest advancements in skincare, especially concerning hyperpigmentation and treatments tailored for skin of color. Dr. Woolery-Lloyd brings her extensive experience from participating in dozens of FDA trials aimed at enhancing the inclusion of...

#037 In this episode, I interview Rosie Jane Johnston, the founder of By Rosie Jane. We chat about “clean” fragrance and why fragrance happens to be one of the areas I am very particular with, especially around my daughter. Rosie shares her personal journey with fragrance and how it inspired her to create her own brand. She discusses the concept of clean fragrance and the importance of transparency in the industry. Rosie also talks about the process of creating fragrances and how she chooses ...