Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast

What if your collagen cream isn’t working, because your skin doesn’t have the raw materials to use it?In this episode of Biohacking Beauty we reveal the missing half of most people’s skincare: the internal protocol. From vitamin C as a collagen cofactor (“10x harder for your skin to build collagen without it”) to the role of omega-3s in plumping skin from the inside out, this episode lays out a step-by-step supplement strategy for real skin longevity.We break down why oral hyaluronic acid outperforms topical forms in clinical trials, why senescent cells are not the root cause of aging (just a symptom), and how bioactives like NMN, ergothioneine, and astaxanthin actually get expressed in the skin, unlike most topicals.We also discuss trends like matcha and how it outperforms coffee for skin health, and why oral senolytics like fisetin help eliminate zombie cells that drive inflammation and visible aging.You don't want to miss this one! What's Discussed:(00:39) Why Supplements Matter More Than Serums(03:38) The Foundational Skin Stack: C, D, E, Omegas, Collagen, HA(19:04) Mid-Tier Bioactives: CoQ10, Curcumin, EGCG, Astaxanthin(34:33) Advanced Longevity: NMN, Fisetin, Spermidine, Sulforaphane(43:05) Metabolomics Testing + Personalized Skin Protocols(52:46) Final Takeaways: Building a Skin Longevity RegimenFind more from Young Goose:The YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough →younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for →https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincare

What if the reason your skin barrier keeps breaking down has nothing to do with your products, and everything to do with the water coming out of your tap?In this episode, Leah Vairo, Chief Brand Officer at FilterBaby, joins us to reveal how chlorine, hard water minerals, and hidden contaminants in your shower or sink accelerate oxidative stress, disrupt the microbiome, and drain your skin’s NAD⁺ reserves. We dive deep on how unfiltered water weakens keratinocyte activity, fuels irritation and redness, and speeds up visible aging. even if you’re using the best skincare.You’ll discover why most shower filters don’t actually work, the lab data showing filtered water improves hydration and wound healing. Plus, Leah shares the exact filtration criteria that matter (and which ones are marketing hype), and why filtered water is the foundation for every serum and peptide you apply.Leah Vairo is the Chief Brand Officer at FilterBaby, a company pioneering skin-first water filtration using advanced Japanese ultrafiltration membranes and activated carbon technology.What's Discussed:(00:03) How Tap Water Quality Affects Skin Aging and Barrier Health(08:48) Chlorine, Hard Water & Their Impact on Skin and Hair(25:21) How to Choose the Best Water Filter for Skin and Hair Health(30:38) FilterBaby Founder Story: From Skin Struggles to Water Filtration Innovation(34:44) Holistic Skincare: Water, NAD⁺, Nutrition & Lifestyle Factors(44:19) Benefits of Washing With Filtered Water for Acne, Eczema & Anti-Aging(58:48) Longevity Skincare Foundations: Sleep, Recovery & Barrier RepairFind more from Young Goose:The YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough →younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for →https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincareLeah Vairo (FilterBaby)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahvairo/Website: https://filterbaby.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefilterbaby/

What if the real reason your skin is aging faster has nothing to do with your skincare, and everything to do with your gut?In this episode, Dr. Vincent Pedre, gut health expert joins us to uncover how leaky gut, dysbiosis, and hidden food sensitivities can trigger acne, eczema, redness, and premature wrinkles. We explain how gut inflammation accelerates collagen breakdown, fuels glycation, and weakens the skin barrier, and why restoring your microbiome can be more powerful than any topical cream.You’ll discover the surprising role of pomegranate polyphenols, how certain “healthy” foods can sabotage your skin, and Dr. Pedre’s most effective tools for repairing the gut. Plus, he shares the daily habits that keep your microbiome, and your complexion, healthy, resilient, and glowing from the inside out.Dr. Vincent Pedre, M.D., is a board-certified internist, functional medicine physician, and leading authority on the gut–skin connection. He is the founder of Pedre Integrative Health in New York City and CEO of Happy Gut Life, where he developed the Gut C.A.R.E.® Program and authored the bestselling books Happy Gut and The GutSMART Protocol. What's Discussed:(00:02) How Your Gut–Skin Connection Could Be Aging You Faster(14:05) The Overlooked Link: Gut–Brain–Skin and Your Complexion(28:30) From Cuban Espresso to Gut-Friendly Coffee: Dr. Pedre’s Innovation Journey(36:40) Collagen, IBS, and Why Runners Should Care About Gut Health(46:53) Daily Habits That Build (and Keep) a Happy Gut LifestyleFind more from Young Goose:The YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough →younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for →https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincareFind more from Dr. Vincent Pedre:Instagram –@drpedreTikTok – @drpedre YouTube –@drpedreWebsite – Happy Gut Life – https://happygutlife.com Website – Happy Gut Coffee – https://happygutcoffee.com

There’s a point where even the best skincare starts to feel like it’s not doing enough. Serums stack up, results slow down. What no one tells you is that this might not be a product issue, it might be an energy issue. Specifically, cellular energy. NAD+.You’ll learn why NAD+ declines with age, how that leads to slower healing, collagen breakdown, and pigmentation, and why traditional skincare can’t keep up. We explain the science behind topical NAD+ delivery, how it compares to IVs and supplements, and why your body doesn't prioritize skin when it’s low on resources.We also break down the best NAD+ precursors (NMN vs NR vs niacinamide), how to track your NAD+ status, and which ingredients actually raise NAD+ levels in skin, not just systemically. You’ll discover how to combine fasting, HIIT, and smart supplementation to build an energy-optimized skincare routine that works from the inside out.Plus, we reveal the research behind NAD+ Apex™, the latest innovation from Young Goose that boosts epigenetic repair and reduces wrinkle depth by 15% in just 10 weeks.If you want your skin to keep up with your biohacking lifestyle, this episode is your protocol for recharging skin at the cellular level.What's Discussed:(00:06) When Your Skin Stops Responding—This Might Be Why(16:07) The Real Way to Raise Your NAD+ (Hint: It’s Not Just Supplements)(22:01) What Happens When You Flood Your System with NAD+(37:32) Why Your NAD+ Supplement Isn’t Helping Your Skin(43:52) The Skincare Ingredient Everyone’s Talking About—But Most Get WrongThe YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough → younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for → https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsFind more from:Young GooseUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincare

Most headlines make billion-dollar beauty acquisitions sound like the ultimate win, build fast, sell big, cash out. We see it differently. In this episode, we share why we turn down investor offers and why outside funding often marks the end of real innovation.We break down what happens when profit-first investors take over: pressure to cut ingredient quality, cheapen packaging, and churn out unnecessary products. We explain why that goes against everything we build at Young Goose, science-backed, high-integrity formulas that put skin longevity first.We talk about the kind of growth we do want, how we protect our creative freedom, and why staying independent keeps our research bold and our products uncompromised.If you want to know what really happens behind the headlines, and why we believe mission matters more than the biggest buyout offer, this episode takes you inside our vision for the future.What's Discussed:(00:08) Why We Refuse Investor Money (Even When It’s Millions)(15:53) The Growth Path That Keeps Our Innovation Alive(20:40) How Our Ingredients Influence the Entire Skincare Industry(22:31) Why We Compare Ourselves to Aesop — Not Rhodes or Rare(24:17) The Real Reason We’re in Skincare (It’s Not the Buyout)Find More from Young GooseThe YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough →younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for →https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincare

What if accelerated skin aging wasn’t about skincare at all, but about your metabolism?In this episode, we’re joined by Ben Azadi, functional health coach, founder of Keto Kamp, and author of Metabolic Freedom. We unpack the link between metabolic flexibility and youthful skin, why being “stuck” as a sugar burner accelerates aging, and how insulin resistance silently damages your collagen, nitric oxide levels, and mitochondrial health, long before it shows up in labs.You’ll also learn how skin tags reveal insulin issues, why seed oils might be worse than cigarettes, and what AGEs (advanced glycation end products) are doing to your glow. We break down the skin effects of glucose spikes, how autophagy rejuvenates the skin from within, and why fasting might be more effective than most beauty products.Ben Azadi is a functional health coach, founder of Keto Kamp, and author of Metabolic Freedom and Keto Flex. He lost 80 pounds in 2008 and now helps millions optimize their metabolism through keto, fasting, and root-cause healing. Ben also hosts the Metabolic Freedom Podcast and has a global following across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.Let's dive in!What's Discussed:(00:00) Why Fast Isn’t Always Better: The surprising truth about metabolism and aging(07:33) Sugar Is Stealing Your Glow: How glucose spikes wreck your skin from within(14:50) Longevity vs. Performance: How to age slower without crashing your energy(26:28) Become a Metabolic Switch-Hitter: Burn fat, not sugar, for better skin + brain health(40:34) Protein Timing Secrets: When and how to eat for muscle, skin firmness, and insulin balance(45:47) Mitochondria 101: The real engine behind glowing, youthful skin(59:31) Skip the Trends: Biohacks Ben actually uses (and which ones you can ditch)Find More from Young GooseThe YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough →younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for →https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincareBen Azadi:Website: https://benazadi.com/ Instagram: ​​https://www.instagram.com/thebenazadi/ Book: Metabolic Freedom

Most skincare advice treats pigmentation as a surface issue, just slap on some vitamin C and SPF, right? Not quite. In this episode, we reveal the real cellular drivers behind stubborn dark spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory pigmentation, and why conventional brightening tactics often fail long-term.We also break down how UV, blue light, and inflammation disrupt melanocyte function and why aging skin struggles to regulate melanin evenly.This episode gives you a layered protocol, from SPF to deeper tools like NAD+, spermidine, and more, that tackles pigment at the root. We also dive into when to consider lasers, how to prepare your skin for them, and what not to do if you want long-term results without rebound pigmentation.If you’re ready to stop managing spots and start reversing them with precision, this episode is your science-backed strategy for even-toned, resilient skin!What's Discussed: (00:01) Intro and Why Pigmentation Is a Longevity Issue(04:47) How Inflammation, Hormones, and Senescence Drive Pigment(14:27) Breakdown of Topical Actives: THDA, Kojic, Ergothionine, and More(20:12) Using NAD+, Spermidine, and Longevity Molecules for Real Results(25:15) When to Consider Lasers and How to Prep Your Skin(31:31) Essential Post-Laser Care and How to Avoid Rebound Pigmentation(36:02) Final Takeaways and Building Pigment Resistance Long-TermThank You to Our Sponsor:The YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough → younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for → https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsLearn more about:Young GooseUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincare

What if your face is aging faster because your bones and muscles are disappearing?In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Vonda Wright, orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert, and we discuss how mobility, muscle, and bone density are the missing links in skin aging. We unpack why post-menopausal inflammation reshapes your face, how “Ozempic face” is really about tissue quality, and why lifting heavy weights might be the most effective anti-aging tool.You’ll also learn why facial structure collapses with bone loss, how estrogen protects your skin via immune regulation, and why filler may accelerate aging long term. Dr. Wright also shares the daily habits that prevent osteosarcopenia (bone + muscle loss), how hormonal decline drives arthritis, and why unresolved inflammation ages every layer of your body, from joints to collagen.This episode is a wake-up call for anyone treating skin from the outside in.We Also Discuss:(00:01) Why Skin Longevity Starts with Movement(09:00) Inflammation: The Hidden Accelerator of Collagen Breakdown(26:09) Muscle, Bone, and the Real Fountain of Youth(31:23) Face Collapse: The Triangle of Beauty and Bone Loss(41:09) Why Women Over 40 Must Lift Heavy(52:03) The Longevity Venn: Resilience vs. Performance vs. Aging Gracefully(01:00:40) Bone Density, Skin Firmness, and the Truth About “Ozempic Face”Thank You for Our Sponsor:Thank You to Our Sponsor:The YouTH Firming Body Cream: Smoother arms, firmer thighs, tighter skin, powered by NAD+ and spermidine. Your body’s anti-aging breakthrough → younggoose.com/bodycreamSpermidine Serums: Fewer wrinkles. More collagen. Real skin renewal at the cellular level. The serum your face has been waiting for → https://www.younggoose.com/collections/serumsLearn more about:Young GooseUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincareDr. Vonda Wright Book: Unbreakable: A Woman’s Guide to Aging With Power Instagram: @drvondawright

Dive into the truth about body creams and why many fail to deliver results. Discover the limitations of common anti-aging ingredients like retinol and glycolic acid on body skin. Learn about the importance of supporting skin health from within, utilizing NAD+ and other active compounds for real change. Explore how societal trends impact skincare choices, and find out about innovative products that actually promote skin regeneration. Uncover what it takes to maintain youthful, resilient skin beyond mere hydration.

What if the most dangerous part of aesthetic medicine isn’t the treatment—but the hype around it?In this episode, we’re joined by Sandra Silverman, author of From Bullshit to Botox, to break down what really works in anti-aging, and what can leave permanent damage. From botched fillers to early facelifts, Sandra shares her personal journey through almost every aesthetic procedure available and what she wishes she knew earlier.We unpack why treatments like Sculptra, CoolSculpting, and Emsculpt are more marketing than medicine, how lymphatic stagnation and device stacking are aging your face faster, and why even top surgeons are walking away from popular injectables. We also dive into the emotional toll of aesthetic pressure, how to spot a truly skilled injector, and why internal protocols, like peptides and NAD+, often outperform external treatments.You'll also learn about the peptides, supplements, and injections Sandra actually uses (and cycles), her top tips for facelift recovery, and why she believes lymphatic work and weight training are the most underrated longevity tools for women.Sandra Silverman is a beauty expert and industry insider with decades of firsthand experience. Her bestselling book is a transparent, empowering guide to navigating the aesthetic world without falling for its most common traps.We Also Discuss:(00:01) The Most Overrated Beauty Treatments and Why You Keep Falling for Them(09:47) Fillers, Threads, and Devices: What’s Harming More Than Helping(18:03) How to Choose the Right Surgeon and Why Peptides Might Be More Powerful Than Botox(24:40) Sandra’s Longevity Stack: Peptides, NAD+, and the Injections That Changed Her Skin(28:27) Exosomes, Aesthetic Myths, and the Making of From Bullshit to Botox*(35:44) The Emotional Cost of Aesthetic Aging and How Sandra Rebuilt Self-Worth(44:06) Facelifts Done Right, Liposuction Regrets, and What Really Moves the NeedleLearn more about:Young GooseUse code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincareLearn More About Sandra Silverman: Website: https://www.sandralenasilverman.com/ Instagram: @sandralenasilverman/