Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon™

Hair density, hair thinning, and hair loss- as we age, we begin to notice that our hair strands are not as healthy or strong as they used to be. Because of this, we try to find multiple ways to strengthen our hair whether it's vitamin supplements or new shampoos and conditioners… have you heard of rice water? Made popular by Kim Kardashian, rice water is the new trending hair treatment that promis...

Beauty hacks, tiktok trends, and viral videos- everyday there is a new movement in the beauty/skincare world. A lot of these trends, however, seem almost too good to be true. Because of this, we find ourselves skeptical and end up asking professionals whether or not performing these trends will actually work. Face-taping is no exception. The concept of Face-taping derived from popular social media...

Senescence, growing old, and biohacking- we’re constantly looking for new, innovative ways to stop the aging process, or at least, slow it down. Zombie cells might actually hold the answer to this. Also known as “senescent cells”, recent studies have shown zombie cells to be linked to aging and age-related diseases. In this podcast, I’ll be talking about why exactly this occurs and what you can do...

Happy Diwali! In today’s podcast, we are going to be diving into the innovative field of aesthetic radiology with our special guest speaker Dr. Mobin Master, who is an Australian-based radiologist/injector. Dr. Mobin has showcased diagnostic imaging tools as both a guide for injections and a map for pre-existing fillers. His use of MRI and ultrasound technology has successfully identified the caus...

Leafy greens, plant-based diets, and products- Vegetables might not sound appetizing, but the many health benefits they offer for both your body and your skin are too good to pass up. Considered the “king of greens”, kale is one such veggie that is loaded with vitamins, antioxidants & phytonutrients. In today’s episode of Beauty Bytes, I’ll be talking about what kale can do for you and how you...

From Sculptra to Botox, I’m coming live from Brazil for Galderma’s MAP 6.0 conference meeting with a group of experts to discuss what’s new and what’s trending in the world of aesthetics. As facial artists, we’re constantly searching for new ways to bring more beauty and art to our profession and practice. We achieve this by learning and teaching one another the many different ways we can create b...

A can of beer, a glass of wine, or a shot of tequila- if you're a woman living in Canada who loves indulging in any of these drinks, you might want to hear this. Canada's old alcohol guidelines are in the process of being replaced by new ones. These new guidelines encompass 2 new years of research and more than 5,000 peer-reviewed studies. Their main keynotes? Listen to my podcast today to find ou...

Hi, Beauties!  On this Five-Minute Friday, I am discussing how to layer your skincare products and ingredients NOT mix! We do so much work to try and find the best products and ingredients for our skin type but are you using them in the correct order? Listen to find out!

Hello, beauties! On this podcast, we are bringing back to a 5 minute Friday.  I’m here to talk to you all about the jawline! my patients and I are obsessed with jawline filler for that definition and contour. This is one of my most popular procedures and I am able to give beautiful angles and silhouettes using filler and my technique. So tune in to learn more about what type of filler, the do’s an...

Dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone- these skin concerns are very common but not usually noticeable until summer comes to a halt. We can thank the weather’s recent high UV index for this, but there are other causes that could explain why dark spots could appear. Now that autumn is here though, it’s the perfect time to look after any pigmentation that may have formed. In this podcas...

 Hair loss and pattern baldness are just some of the major common hair concerns that come with aging, genetics, or even just everyday stress. I’m here today with our special guest John Oakley, who is the executive chairman of Revian Red and CFO of its parent company. Revian utilizes medical-grade LED and red light technology to help provide an all-natural hair loss solution. In this podcast, John...

 Gua Sha or Nah?  Happy Friday Beauties! On this week’s Five-Minute Friday, I will be discussing your favorite skincare tool the Gua Sha! This product has been trending all over social media and I am here to tell you if it is worth the hype. What benefits does a Gua Sha actually provide to the face and why has it become so popular? Listen to find out!

Hi, Beauties! This time we are discussing one of my favorite products, Retinol! We know the magical abilities Retinol has of turning back the clock by erasing and preventing fine lines and wrinkles. But let’s be real, sometimes Retinol can be a little harsh on our skin! I am here to bring you up to speed on some less irritating alternatives to Retinols when to use them, and some of the pros and co...

Hello Beauties! On this Five Minute Friday, I will be discussing the latest internet phenomenon, facial taping! Yes, you read right, FACIAL TAPING. Facial taping is one of Hollywood's best-kept secrets. Actors are most known for using facial taping, but it is causing more harm than good? Is taping your face up really helping the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles or is the tape irritating your...

Hey Beauties, On this week's podcast, I got invited to be a guest on Chalene Johnson's podcast. We dive into the advice and tips on everything plastic surgery, facial injections, hair loss, and skin care! Including: at what age one might start to consider botox or facial fillers, the order in which to apply skin care products, the best procedures, products to help with hair loss, and what to look...

Skin texture, hyperpigmentation, and breakouts- It’s essential to have a solid a skincare routine that helps maintain these common dermal issues. Thanks to TikTok and Dr. Whitney Bowe, dermatologist, and founder of Bowe Beauty, skin cycling has shed some light on how rotating your skincare routine can be an effective way of addressing everyday skin problems while still preserving your skin’s natur...

Hello Beauties!  On this week’s episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I get a chance to talk to cosmetic chemist and blogger, Stephen Alan Ko! We became Instagram friends some time ago and I was immediately drawn to the way that he was paving the way for fellow skincare influencers. As someone with my own skincare line, I always enjoy getting to chat with chemists abo...

Free radicals, the immune system, and everyday diseases are important to look out for and be wary of. Hey Beauties, on this week five minute Friday, I’ll go over just how significant glutathione is for your body and 10 natural ways you can maintain its levels. Glutathione is one of the body’s most important antioxidants and is helpful in many body functions like breaking down free radicals, regene...

Perky-looking butts, accentuated curves, and many other butt shapes you can achieve from BBLs Trends come and they go, but what if what’s hot right now has the chance of causing irreversible damage or worse- death?  Hi beauties, in this weekly podcast, I’ll be discussing the rise and fall of the infamous Brazilian Butt lift procedure, or what most people call it- BBL. Inspired by the Kardashian’s...

Hey Beauties! In this Five-Minute Friday I will be talking about the benefits of Cryotherapy. Cryotherapy has been around forever but has recently become more prevalent in the skincare community. Cryotherapy uses cold temperatures to heal and improve the body. Today I will go over Cryotherapy in its many forms and how you can implement Cryotherapy at home. Have you ever seen someone in an ice bath...

As a natural part of the aging process, our skin starts to darken, become irregular, and leathery. Hyperpigmentation, a stubborn skin condition that creates dark patches or spots on the skin, leads to uneven skin tone. In this podcast, I talk about the causes and effects of hyperpigmentation, and the amazing benefits of my Botanical Brightener that targets stubborn dark spots. It contains: Hydroqu...

 Vitamin C & Niacinamide, Retinol & Hyaluronic Acid, Salicylic Acid & Vitamin C, Sometimes two are better than one. Hey Beauties, On this week's five-minute Friday we talk about different dynamic duos to help improve the beauty of your skin. Everyone has different types of skin ranging from dry skin, oily skin, or acne-prone skin. When finding the right product, figuring out your skin...

Woman Empowerment, Lifestyle and how to become a Lady Boss. Hey Beauties, on this week's podcast, I have the pleasure of interviewing none other than Allergan Aesthetics Senior Vice President of US Brands, Edrice Simmons. Simmons started her career at Eli Lily; an Internation pharmaceutical company worth $24 billion. Simmons has received countless awards, multiple performance-based promotions, and...

Hey Beauties, on this week's Five Minute Friday, I am going to be going over fermented foods, skincare, and how you can implement it into your everyday routine! Fermented skincare first originated in Korea and made its way over to the United States. Everyone knows fermented foods such as kimchi or kombucha, but not many know that the same process exists for skincare products, and it may actually w...

Hey Beauties, humans have evolved to live with microbes for millions of years. Today, I am going to be going over what exactly the microbiome is, how to improve your microbiome, and why it's important to take care of it! Microbiomes play very important roles in our lives as taking care of it greatly impacts our health and body. Listen to find out more! I love informing my Beauty Bytes with informa...