Beauty Backroads

How many times can you reinvent yourself in one lifetime? I’m 50, and I’m still finding out... In this personal, diary-style episode of my This is 50 series, I’m opening up about where I am right now: navigating health challenges, changes in my work, business woes and wins, and the surprising realization that I still have so much to figure out. I’m also sharing the hopes and dreams I haven’t let g...

Copper peptides are suddenly everywhere in anti-aging skincare, but do they actually work? In this episode of Beauty Backroads , I’m going down another beauty rabbit hole to look at why copper peptides have become such a buzzy ingredient, what the science actually says, and where I think the marketing may be getting a little ahead of the evidence. Copper peptides, especially GHK-Cu, have been stud...

Korean skincare is suddenly everywhere, but is it actually better? In this episode of Beauty Backroads , I’m going down the K-beauty rabbit hole to figure out why Korean skincare has become such a global phenomenon, what these brands may be doing differently, and whether the hype really lives up to the products. We also talk about PDRN (aka “salmon DNA”), one of the buzziest skincare ingredients r...

If you’re dealing with acne during perimenopause, you may have noticed something frustrating: the foundation tricks that worked in your 20s and 30s don’t necessarily work anymore. Your skin may be breaking out and feeling dry at the same time. You may have more texture, sensitivity, or dehydration, and adding more foundation to cover it can actually make everything look more noticeable. In this ep...

In this episode of  Beauty Backroads , I’m kicking off  This Is 50  (limited series) with an honest conversation about perimenopause, getting older, and what this chapter has actually looked like for me. I talk about the physical and health changes I didn’t expect, the things about aging that have genuinely scared me, how my relationship with my body and beauty is changing, and what...

In this short episode, I’m sharing the three non-negotiable beauty secrets I personally swear by: • Why squalane oil is my number-one beauty oil for moisturizing and helping seal in hydration • How facial exercise and massage can help your face look more toned and refreshed • The under-$10 Trader Joe’s sunscreen hack I use to temporarily soften the appearance of a stubborn wrinkle I also explain m...

After three years of using castor oil, I’m sharing what still works for me, what changed and what I stopped doing. We’ll talk mature-skin hydration, lips, nails, dry eyes and the surprising moments when I still reach for castor oil! In this episode you'll discover: The castor oil uses that stayed with me What I stopped doing after three years How I use it for lips, nails and dry-feeling skin My pe...

In this episode, I share what happened in the days leading up to putting one of my own dreams on the back burner, how deeply that decision affected me, and what it helped me understand about the dreams that refuse to leave us alone. Sometimes we convince ourselves that picking up an old dream will take something away from the life we already have from our relationships, responsibilities, businesse...

Can castor oil really work like Botox? Are at-home beauty devices worth the hype? And are we being sold a new “miracle fix” every time we open our phones? In this episode of Beauty Backroads, we’re having an honest conversation about the psychology of aging, unrealistic beauty standards and the pressure women feel to keep chasing the next anti-aging promise. Jentri also shares her daily wellness p...

In this episode of Beauty Backroads, we’re having an honest conversation about the beauty trends taking over social media, from Botox and fillers to facial massage, acupuncture, skincare devices, and the pressure women feel to keep chasing the next anti-aging promise. Thanks for listening to Beauty Backroads. If this episode spoke to you, be sure to subscribe and follow along for honest stories, b...

Do we really need Botox to age well… or are there other options worth exploring? Today, I’m sharing my professional opinion about preventative Botox, Botulism Poisoning, and personal experience testing at-home beauty devices, what I think it realistically can (and can’t) do, and how we can approach aging from a barrier-first, pro-confidence perspective. Thanks for listening to Beauty Backroads. If...

In this episode of  Beauty Backroads , I sit down with my childhood friend Aimee at  The Frenchie in Round Top, Texas for a heartfelt conversation about friendship, nostalgia, reinvention, and finding your way back to yourself in midlife. We’ve known each other since kindergarten, and now, almost 50 years old, we’re meeting in a completely different season of life, with more stories, mor...

Can natural beauty remedies really help you glow, or are some of them just another wellness trend? In this episode, Jentri Quinn explores natural beauty remedies for women over 40, including castor oil, coconut oil pulling, natural hair dye, teeth whitening, holistic pain remedies, nail health, and extra virgin olive oil for skin. She shares a restorative beauty perspective on what may help you gl...

Have you ever wondered if certain places bring out different parts of you? Maybe one location feels better for love. Another supports your work or creativity. Another helps you feel more grounded, connected, visible, or at peace. I’m so excited to announce a very special mother-daughter collaboration called New Chapter Glow Map! My mom, Shirley, has studied astrology for over 50 years, and togethe...

In this episode, I’m sharing 5 natural ways to help improve your skin, under eyes, and eyelids without Botox or surgery. We’re talking about the simple things that can actually make a difference when it comes to brightening, toning, and creating a more lifted look at home. I cover the skincare products worth paying attention to, the role of eye creams, and the best at-home beauty tools that can he...

In this episode, I’m getting back to the basics and talking about three of the biggest skin concerns women often have: brightening dull-looking skin, softening the look of wrinkles, and helping skin appear naturally plumper without Botox. I’m also sharing supportive product recommendations and a more practical, barrier-first approach to skincare. If you’re not wearing sunscreen, you're wasting mon...

In this episode, I’m talking about perimenopause belly fat, broken sleep, brain fog, and some of the simple things that have been helping me feel better. I share my thoughts on calorie tracking, protein, cognitive ease with food, blood sugar at night, intermittent fasting, castor oil, and sleep support like creatine. This is not medical advice, just an honest conversation about what may help durin...

In this episode, we’re talking about Botox — what it is, what it was originally created for, when it started being used for wrinkles, and the risks many people say aren’t discussed enough. From its medical origins in treating eye disorders to concerns about Botox side effects and possible Botox poisoning, this conversation is designed to inform, not judge. If you want a clearer understanding of Bo...

If you’ve been feeling off, experiencing things like low energy, brain fog, breathlessness, dry skin, dry eyes, or just not quite yourself—iron could be part of the story. In this episode of  Beauty Backroads , I’m sharing real-life iron insights I wish I’d known sooner. We’re talking about the often-overlooked signs of low iron, what can quietly block iron absorption, what vitamin you should...

Losing weight in your 40s is not the same as losing weight in your 20s, and if you’ve been feeling frustrated, discouraged, or stuck, you’re not imagining it. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey of losing around 20 pounds  naturally , without dieting, medication, or extremes — and the mindset and lifestyle shifts that actually made it sustainable. We talk honestly about why motiv...

As we step into 2026, I wanted to take a moment to slow down, reflect, and share what’s next — not just for this podcast, but for the way we approach beauty together. In this New Year episode, I’m opening up about how the podcast is evolving, why I’m making a few intentional changes, and some big news I’ve been so excited (and a little nervous) to share. This next chapter feels more aligned, more...

What if the way you speak to yourself is quietly shaping the way you look? In this Beauty Sermon, Jentri shares the powerful “I AM” principle taught by Dr. Wayne Dyer and how it directly affects your confidence, your nervous system, and even your skin. We talk about why focusing on what you  don’t  want, like wrinkles, aging, or comparison, actually keeps you stuck there, and how shiftin...

Today’s episode is a real and deeply important conversation that every woman over 40 needs to hear. Recently, a close friend of mine went from “typical menopausal symptoms” to  two days in the ER with dangerously high liver levels  — and what uncovered the truth wasn’t a scan, an MRI, or even blood work. It was a simple question most doctors never ask: “What supplements are you taking?”...

If your skin has been irritated, breaking out, or just  acting like it’s going through something … this episode is for you. Today I’m opening up about two chapters from my life that completely reshaped how I understand stressed skin — the first time in my early 20s as a young makeup artist when deep, painful breakouts appeared out of nowhere, and later in my 40s during a stressful, transition...

In this week’s  Sunday Morning Beauty Sermon , Jentri shares a raw and relatable story about the ten years she refused to wear jeans — and how one tragic moment helped her see her body in a whole new light. This episode explores body image, self-acceptance, and how insecurities shape us as women over 40. Jentri shares the true story of hiding her legs for ten years — and the moment that trans...