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Download my Free Guide 'In My Perimenopause Era' Download the Ultimate Affordable Skincare Guide Want to know the #1 dermatologist-approved secret to glowing skin for life? In this episode, I share my biggest takeaway from my conversation with Dr. Christie Regula: sun protection is everything. From preventing premature aging to lowering your risk of skin cancer, sunscreen and smart sun habits are...

Grab the R.E.A.L. Skin Method Ebook for 50% off. Use Code REAL50 Shop Dr. Mina's Fall Skincare Favorites Here Sunscreen is one of those things we all know we should be doing, but actually doing it (especially reapplying!) is a whole other story! On this episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I speak with Dr. Christie Regula, Mohs surgeon and founder of SunSmart Pittsburgh, about why community-level sun...

Download my Free Guide 'In My Perimenopause Era' Unlock Your Best Skin Yet — Join My Free Live Webinar! If you're experiencing disrupted sleep, weight gain, skin sensitivity, or mood changes and your labs keep coming back “normal”—you may be in perimenopause. In this episode, I break down what perimenopause really looks like, why it often goes unrecognized, and how it directly impacts your skin he...

Download my Free Guide 'In My Perimenopause Era' Shop Dr. Mina's Fall Skincare Favorites Here The mood swings, insomnia, skin changes, and feeling like a stranger in your own body? That could very well be perimenopause and it might hit sooner than you think! In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jessica Nazzaro, a board-certified OB-GYN and certified menopause specialist, to talk about what’s reall...

Sign Up For My FREE Webinar Here Ever feel like you’re stuck on the “hot girl hamster wheel”—chasing every new product, treatment, or device, but still not getting the results you want? You’re not alone. In this week’s recap, I’m breaking down my top takeaways from my conversation with world-renowned dermatologist Dr. Suzan Obagi.  Dr. Obagi introduced her powerful framework, the 5 Rs of Regenerat...

Sign Up For My FREE Webinar Grab the R.E.A.L. Skin Method Ebook for 50% off. Use Code REAL50 If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface of your skin as you age, this episode is for you. On this week’s episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Suzan Obagi—board-certified dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon, professor at the University of Pittsburgh, and a true pioneer...

Download my Free Guide 'In My Perimenopause Era' Download the Free eBook 'Skincare Myths Busted' Still frustrated by that one area of stubborn fat, even though you’re doing all the right things? You're not alone. This week, I’m  revisiting my conversation with Dr. Aria Vazirnia, a board-certified dermatologist and expert in liposuction and lipedema. I break down what liposuction actually is (and w...

Download the Free eBook 'Skincare Myths Busted' Download my Free Guide 'In My Perimenopause Era' Despite the buzz, the billboards, and the “lunchtime lipo” promises on social media, liposuction remains one of the most misunderstood procedures in cosmetic dermatology. It’s not a weight-loss shortcut. It’s not just for celebrities. And it’s definitely not an instant fix! In this episode, I sit down...

The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. Shop my skincare favorites here. In this episode of The Skin Real Podcast, I break down the top 5 reasons why working with an esthetician might be the missing link in your skincare routine — even if you already have a dermatologist. If you’re confused about what estheticians actually do (or whether you even need one), this episode is for you....

Shop Dr. Mina's Fall Skincare Favorites Here Looking for help with your skin but overwhelmed by too many products and not enough clarity? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions I hear in my dermatology practice is: “How do I find a great esthetician?” Whether you’re new to facials, trying to streamline your routine, or looking for someone to guide you through seasonal skin changes, par...

Download The Ultimate Affordable Skincare Guide The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. Still experiencing breakouts despite using all the right products? You’re not alone and no, your skin isn’t just “acting up.” It’s responding to stress. In this week's recap episode, I unpack the key takeaways from my conversation with Dr. Keira Barr, a board-certified dermatologist who’s become...

The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. Shop my skincare favorites here. Tired of blaming your breakouts on your moisturizer? The real culprit might be stress. In this episode, Dr. Mina speaks with Dr. Keira Barr, a leading  dermatologist, about the deep (and science-backed) connection between your mind, your stress levels, and your skin. From breakouts to rosacea and hormonal shift...

The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. Get my free PDF on How to create Healthy Skin Habits here . Download the free eBook 'Skincare Myths Busted' here . If your skincare routine is starting to feel like a second job and your self-care checklist is leaving you more exhausted than empowered, this episode is for you. In today’s recap, I dive deep into the “Edit” pillar of my R.EA.L....

The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. Shop my skincare favorites here. On this week's episode of the Skin Real Podcast, I’m getting real about something I see every day as a dermatologist and as a woman: skin care overwhelm. The trends, the steps, the products…it’s a lot. And honestly? It’s mostly unnecessary. After two decades as a board-certified dermatologist, I’ve created a me...

The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. Can you really get help for your acne or eczema over a video call? Yes—and in this recap episode, Dr. Mina tells you how. With so many of us juggling packed schedules and long wait times for in-person visits, Dr. Mina explores how virtual dermatology appointments are not only a convenient alternative but, in many cases, an incredibly effective...

The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now. In this episode, Dr. Mina chats with Dr. Tara Akunna, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of a virtual dermatology practice in Texas. Together, they dive into how teledermatology is making skin care more accessible, affordable, and flexible, especially for patients juggling full-time jobs, childcare, or long travel distances. From trea...

Are you secretly dodging the doctor’s office out of fear it might hurt? You’re not alone—and it’s more common than you think. In this week’s episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mina dives into the real reasons so many of us avoid care and shares her top five ways to make your next dermatology visit actually less painful. Whether it’s fear of needles, past trauma, or just not wanting to be poked and prod...

Check out my top picks for skin care here. Why do so many of us avoid going to the doctor—even when we know we shouldn’t? In this episode, Dr. Mina sits down with Dr. Manju Dawkins to unpack the deeply human fear that keeps patients away from the care they need. From needle phobia to fear of diagnosis, this conversation dives into the emotional blocks that sabotage our health and skin wellness. To...

If you're a midlife woman still chasing the "anti-aging" dream, this episode is your invitation to shift the narrative. I’m sharing my key takeaways from my chat with Dr. Jen Haley—what biohacking actually means, how it applies to women in their 40s and 50s, and which trends are worth your time (and which ones you can let go of). It’s all about working with your biology—not against it—to feel stro...

  Sign Up for My Free Live Webinar! Download my Free Guide 'In My Perimenopause Era' If you're in your 40s or 50s and wondering why your skin suddenly feels different or why the products and routines that once worked now fall flat, you're not alone. In this episode of THE SKIN REAL, I sit down with fellow board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jen Haley to discuss the changes that happen to our skin du...

If you’ve ever spent a summer chasing your child around with a bottle of sunscreen or panicked over a rash that showed up after camp, this episode is for you! In this recap episode, I summarize the most important points from my recent interview with pediatric dermatologist Dr. Luke Johnson.  I cover the myths around food restrictions and eczema (please stop cutting out gluten unnecessarily), how t...

Get Dr. Mina's free PDF on How to create Healthy Skin Habits here . Download the free eBook 'Skincare Myths Busted' here . If you're a parent, you've probably questioned what's truly safe for your child’s skin. From the great sunscreen debate to managing chronic eczema, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and even misled by the sheer volume of information out there.   On this episode of THE SKIN REAL, D...

In this episode, Dr. Mina dives into a topic many of us struggle with—figuring out what to wear and why it matters. She shares why your confidence isn’t about having more clothes, but about having the right ones that truly reflect who you are. From choosing quality over quantity to aligning your look with your identity, this episode is all about using personal style as a tool to feel radiant, grou...

Check out Dr. Mina's top picks for skin care here. We spend so much time talking about how to take care of your skin—now let’s talk about something just as important: your style. In this week’s episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mina sits down with the incredible styling duo Eric and Lisa from ERLÍSE, a brand dedicated to helping people dress in a way that feels aligned with who they truly are. They ch...

Still dealing with acne scars even though your breakouts are long gone? You’re not alone—and no, it’s not just about vanity. In this episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina talks about all things acne scarring—what causes it, how it impacts your confidence, and most importantly, how to treat it. She breaks it down into three major types of scars and explains why no single treatment works for everyone. Learn...