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

Coffee, tea, and caffeine in general- they’re no longer just for mornings. The simple ingredient that was once only used to keep you wide awake is now slowly integrating itself into the skincare industry. While it may sound a little too simple, many consumers are claiming that caffeine-infused skin product contain anti-aging and wrinkle-smoothing effects. Does it really hold true to its promises though? Stay tuned into today’s podcast to find out!

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 promises fuller, thicker hair in a matter of weeks. In this podcast, I’ll talk about what exactly is rice water and whether or not it’s worth investing your time to gain some gorgeous locks.

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 platform Tiktok. Its claim? That taping your wrinkles overnight for a week can get rid of them.

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 to help prevent these cells from stealing more time from you.

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 causes of facial puffiness, filler distribution, and lymphatic obstruction. If you’d like to learn more about how radiology is quickly integrating itself into modern aesthetics, you won’t want to miss this podcast!

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 can incorporate it into your skincare routine. Remember that what you put in your body is just as important as what you put on it.

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 beauty in our patients faster, easier, and safer. If you too want to learn with us, you’ll want to stay tuned and listen to this podcast!

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 out.

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 and don’ts, and what to look for for a snatched jawline!