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

On Today's Five Minute Friday, listen to why it's key to think of how well you support your immune as part of your beauty plan! A weak immune system works against your treatments- causing more swelling, slower recovery, and less collagen response. A strong immune system works with your treatments meaning it will amplify results, shorten downtime, and keep your skin vibrant and youthful. Your immune system is your best beauty ally so let’s make sure it’s ready to help you glow this season and beyond. 

In this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon, I sit down with Dr. Tiffany Moon, an accomplished anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and TV personality. We talk about her journey from the operating room to the spotlight during COVID, and how she’s grown multiple businesses while balancing motherhood and family life. Tiffany shares her experience navigating media, medicine, and entrepreneurship with honesty and humor, offering insights into resilience, reinvention, and what it takes to thrive in different arenas.

Summer heat takes a toll on your skin. In this week’s podcast, we’re talking dryness, irritation, and the breakdown of your lipid barrier. This natural barrier is your shield against environmental stressors, and when it’s disrupted, inflammation follows. As the season shifts, it’s the perfect time to repair and restore. We’ll cover why ceramide-rich moisturizers matter, how hydrating soaks help replenish, and why it’s smart to ease up on exfoliation. Plus, we share tips on diet, recovery treatments, and why end-of-summer peels set you up for glowing, resilient skin heading into fall.

Hair extensions, thinning, and toppers- what’s the best option when navigating hair aging and hair loss? Jess Hallock is a nationally recognized hair expert and salon owner known for her artistry with extensions, toppers, and advanced hair solutions. As the founder of a premier 6,000 sq. ft. salon in Gilbert, Arizona, she leads a team dedicated to helping women achieve natural, confidence-boosting transformations. With more than a decade of experience, Jess has become a go-to resource for women navigating hair thinning, styling challenges, and the desire for fuller, healthier hair. 

When it comes to protecting your body from aging and stress, glutathione deserves the spotlight; in today's Five Minute Friday- we breakdown exactly why we love glutathione! This antioxidant is produced naturally from amino acids and acts as your internal shield against free radicals and toxins. It doesn’t just fight oxidative stress—it also helps recycle other antioxidants, keeping your defense system running smoothly. Levels of glutathione drop with age, stress, and illness, which is why it’s smart to support production every day. You can do this with simple changes: load up on cruciferous vegetables, add garlic and onions to your meals, get enough vitamin C and selenium, and try whey protein for its cysteine content. Even herbs like milk thistle play a role in keeping glutathione levels steady. Think of it as strengthening your body’s reset button. When glutathione is optimized, your energy improves, your skin looks healthier, and your cells are better protected against damage. Making these small, consistent choices helps your body stay resilient, youthful, and strong.

What if aging wasn’t inevitable? In this episode, I sit down with Sophie Bai, a visionary scientist and entrepreneur at the cutting edge of skin longevity. We dive into the latest breakthroughs in skin science, molecular biology, and biohacking beauty—and ask the bold question: is aging optional? From targeting the root causes of cellular decline to rethinking how we define beauty over time, Sophie shares her mission to develop science-backed solutions that slow, and even reverse, visible signs of aging. If you’ve ever wondered about the future of skin health and how innovation is reshaping the way we age, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

Peeling skin, redness, and pain - are you experiencing these symptoms after your relaxing summer vacay? You probably have sunburn! Sunburns develop as a result of being exposed to the ultraviolet (UV) rays emitted by the sun or artificial UV light sources. It's important to note that sunburns can contribute to premature aging of the skin and increase the risk of developing skin cancer. Taking proactive measures to protect your skin can help reduce the chances of getting sunburnt. Aloe Vera, for instance, is a great way to alleviate a sunburn. Tune into my Five Minutes Friday to learn some more sunburn remedies! To shop the best sunscreen to protect you from sunburn, click HERE. To shop other amazing product by KD Skin, click HERE. Learn about why it is important to know what's in your sunscreen, click HERE. To follow me on TikTok click HERE. To connect with me on Instagram click HERE. To subscribe to my Youtube Page click HERE. To learn my expert injection techniques click HERE. 

In this episode, I sit down with the inspiring Sonia Ramos- makeup artist, content creator, and advocate for ageless beauty — to talk about confidence, self-expression, and breaking outdated beauty standards. We dive into her journey as a creator, how she empowers women to embrace their natural features, and her go-to tips for enhancing beauty at any age. It’s an uplifting conversation that reminds us all that confidence is the most beautiful thing you can wear.

August is Hair Loss Awareness Month. Join hair loss expert Dr. Alan Bauman and I as we delve into the latest advancements in hair restoration and regenerative medicine! From the use of exosome therapy for hair growth and healing post-transplant to non-invasive growth factor delivery methods like sonophoresis, we explore cutting-edge approaches to improve hair health. Learn how peptides, platelet-rich plasma, scalp care, and lifestyle adjustments play crucial roles in biohacking hair loss and discover how to optimize hair follicle function for smoother, shinier, and thicker hair. A must-listen for anyone on a journey to better hair health!

In this episode of Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay, Dr. Robin Rose, a double board-certified specialist in gastroenterology and internal medicine, shares her expertise on gut health and the profound impact of Long COVID on our bodies and aging process. Dr. Rose reveals how the COVID-19 spike protein acts as an "age accelerant" by causing cellular senescence and impacting every organ system. She explains the groundbreaking research on how the virus invades gut bacteria, leading to the persistent production of toxic peptides and spike protein fragments that wreak havoc throughout the body. Learn about the wide spectrum of Long COVID symptoms, from brain fog and chronic fatigue to dysautonomia and mast cell activation, and why conventional medicine often struggles with these "zebra" diagnoses. Dr. Rose also dives into the critical role of gut health in overall well-being and longevity, discussing the importance of balancing the gut microbiome, the distinction between prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, and advanced treatments for healing a compromised gut. Discover practical biohacking tips, including the importance of sweating for detoxification, and gain a deeper understanding of how to protect your health in a post-pandemic world. Find Dr. Robin Rose and learn more about her work at terrainhealth.org and on Instagram @Dr.Robin.Rose.