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Jan 2, 2024 • 34min

141: Beauty tips for stellar skin in 2024 | senior beauty editor Jamie Schneider

In our first episode of 2024, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler is joined by senior beauty editor Jamie Schneider to recap 2023 and get ready for a very beautiful 2024! In the episode, they chat about their favorite product launches from the past year, the state of skin firming technology, and their beauty resolutions! Show notes:-Follow Jamie Schneider: @jamieeschneider-Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Protein and the skin, Sofwave, retinol, vitamin C, collagen production, hyaluronic acid, best lip plumper reviews, innovative firming topical ingredients, resilient skin-Shop products mentioned in this episode: Victoria Beckham Beauty Vast Last Mascara, Tower28 Swipe Hydrating Serum Concealer, Love By Essie, Ourself HA+ Replenishing Eye Serum, Dr Dennis Gross Skincare DermInfusions Plump + Repair Lip Treatment, The INKEY List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm, Ourself Natural Lip Filler Take 15% off dry body oil with code BODYOILPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Dec 19, 2023 • 20min

140: The future of facial aging | mbg beauty editor Jamie Schneider

In this special episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director & host Alexandra Engler is joined by beauty editor Jamie Schneider to dive into one of this year’s Well-Being Forecast trends, The Future Of Aging Aesthetics. In the episode, they get into why bone health will be a vital part of our beauty routine, new uses of neurotoxins, and lifestyle dermatology’s role in beauty.  Read the the aesthetics of aging here: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/regenerative-aesthetics Read the rest of the Well-Being Forecast trends here: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/well-being-forecast-2024-hubTake 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Dec 12, 2023 • 20min

139: The new science of skin longevity | mbg beauty editor Jamie Schneider

Delve into the new science of skin longevity with beauty editor Jamie Schneider. Learn about the misconceptions of anti-aging, DNA testing for skin health, and how longevity research is shaping the future of skincare. Get product recommendations for promoting skin longevity.
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Dec 5, 2023 • 45min

138: Sleep hacks, travel tips & skin care | Model Madison Headrick

“No one gave me a guidebook on how to survive—how to keep your skin right, mind right, and body right. So wellness almost came to me as a necessity. Something I couldn’t skimp on or neglect because it would really affect me,” says model and certified health coach Madison Headrick, founder of travel care collection care.e.on. On this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Headrick about breathwork, taking breaks, and how to deal with jet lag—from someone who often takes multiple a week.Show notes:-Follow our guest: @madison.headrick and @care.e.on-Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Breathwork, square breathing, journaling, boundaries, dealing with jet lag, magnesium benefits-Shop products mentioned in this episode: care.e.on En Route Essentials, 111SKIN Celestial Black Diamond Eye Mask, Biologique Recherche Lotion P50, Biologique Recherche Crème Iso-Placenta, Act+Acre Restorative Hair Mask, Chanel LES BEIGES Healthy Glow Foundation Hydration and Longwear, Tom Ford Shade And Illuminate Duo, Laura Mercier Blush InfusionTake 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Nov 28, 2023 • 51min

137: How emotions affect skin & aging | Holistic facialist Abigail James 

“We can choose to be happy or to be grumpy—if I show up somewhere with a certain emotion, that was a choice. If we can choose those things, surely we can choose to feel beautiful. I choose to behold myself as beautiful,” says U.K.-based facialist and wellness expert Abigail James, author of The Glow Plan and Love Your Skin. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with James about the benefits of facial massages, psychodermatology, and the gut-skin-stress connection. Show notes:-Follow our guest on Instagram: @abigailjames1-Follow her YouTube page: @abigailjames1-Learn more about Abigail James’ practice-Learn more about Rejuvology -Read her books The Glow Plan and Love Your Skin-Research on the gut-skin-brain connection-Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Facial massage, lymphatic drainage massage, psychodermatology, gut-skin connection, vitamin C serum, retinol, retinol serums -Shop products mentioned in this episode: iS Clinical Cleansing Complex, iS Clinical Super Serum, Revision C+ Correcting Complex, Ignae Skin CareTake 15% off dry body oil with code BODYOILPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Nov 21, 2023 • 45min

136: The hair care & mental health connection | Psychologist & hairstylist Afiya Mbilishaka, Ph.D.

“I use hair as an entry point into mental health conversations. It’s about educating people to have a good grasp of their own emotional world, but even thinking about how it connects their sense of self and beauty,” says board-certified psychologist, hair stylist, and hair historian Afiya Mbilishaka, Ph.D., founder of PsychoHairapy. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Mbilishaka about the intersection of mental health and hair, how beauty routines can help identify signs of a depressive episode, and how beauty spaces can serve as places of emotional support. Show notes:-Follow Afiya Mbilishaka, Ph.D.: @dr_afiya-Check out PsychoHairapy-Research in the Journal Of Exercise And Nutrition about hair, sweat, exercise, and self care-Study about early memories of chemical hair relaxers -Chemical relaxers connected to adverse outcomes -Maui Moisture partnership with PsychoHairapy -Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: psychodermatology, ice baths benefits, breathwork, meditation   -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Maui Moisture Heal & Hydrate + Shea Butter Leave-In Conditioning Mist, Nourish & Moisture + Coconut Milk Weightless Oil MistTake 20% off glow from the inside out bundle+ with code BEAUTYPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Nov 14, 2023 • 42min

135: Small habits that have big impact | natural wellness expert Mona Vand, PharmD

“It takes time and energy and money to do all of these wellness things, and we only have a certain amount of hours during the day. So know your why, do your research behind the practice, and try one thing at a time. If it resonates with you, then great, continue it. If not, then don't keep doing it—don't waste money on it,” says natural wellness & beauty expert Mona Vand, PhD. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Vand about her four pillars of health, how to prioritize your time, and setting boundaries.Show notes:-Follow Mona Vand, PharmD: @monavand-Learn more about Mona: https://www.monavand.com/-More information about how mindset affects how the body digests & metabolizes food-Study on the beneficial placebo effect of exercise -Social media and mental health systematic review-Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Red light therapy, LED masks, cold plunge tubs, ice bath benefits, epsom salt baths, sunscreen, meditation benefits, nutrition and the skinTake 20% off glow from the inside out bundle+ with code BEAUTYPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Nov 7, 2023 • 38min

134: Retinol tips & LED light benefits | Celebrity esthetician Shani Darden

“If you're using a strong serum, you need to be using a gentle cleanser and you need to make sure your moisturizer is also gentle and doesn't also have a retinol in it. You have to be very careful with the other products that you're using,” says celebrity esthetician Shani Darden, whose clients include Jessica Alba, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Shay Mitchell. She’s the founder of her eponymous skin care and facial tool device brand, Shani Darden Skin Care. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Darden about how she curates and creates high-quality products, retinol usage tips, and the best spa treatments. Show notes:-Follow Shani Darden: @ShaniDarden-Check out Shani Darden Skin Care-Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Retinol usage tips, sunscreens, LED masks, LED therapy benefits, Microcurrent-Shop products mentioned in this episode: Shani Darden Facial Sculpting Wand, Shani Darden Retinol Reform Serum, Shani Darden Triple Acid Signature Peel, Shani Darden Cleansing Serum, Shani Darden Sake Toning Essence, Shani Darden Hydration Peptide Cream, Shani Darden Lactic Acid Serum, NuFAce Microcurrent Facial Toning Device, Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Peel Pads, iS CLINICAL SUPER SERUM ADVANCE+, Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion, Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 
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Oct 31, 2023 • 53min

133: How to treat dark spots | The L.A. Facialist Candace Marino

Learn from The L.A. Facialist about treating dark spots, importance of sunscreen, exfoliation tips, and nightly face washing. Discover skincare ingredients for pigmentation and aging, products for under-eye dark circles, and tips for healthy radiant skin. Explore wellness practices for overall health and skincare routines for a glowing complexion.
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Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 3min

132: Makeup recs, protein intake & skin detoxes | Celebrity makeup artist & certified health coach Lisa Aharon

“Everything is internal. I almost feel like it's irresponsible of me to not offer that information when somebody asks me what product they should use on their face. I feel like I can't answer it until I have the other answers of what else is happening with you,” says celebrity makeup artist & certified health coach Lisa Aharon. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Aharon about calming sensitive skin, skin care detoxes, and how she preps her celebrity clients for the red carpet. Plus, what’s in her personal makeup bag. Show notes:-Follow Lisa Aharon: @lisaaharon-Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: sleep hygiene practices, brain-skin connection, gut-skin connection, protein benefits for the skin, how much protein do you need, no makeup makeup, ice rolling, red light mask, microcurrent devices, probiotics, vitamin C, vitamin D -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Joanna Vargas Magic Glow Wand, Jillian Dempsey Gold Bar, Doctor Rogers Restore Healing Balm, Chanel La Solution 10 De Chanel, Sisley Black Rose Cream Mask, Doré La Micellaire, Ursa Major Mountain Glow Serum, The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, MERIT The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick, MERIT Flush Balm Cream Blush, Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Complexion Drops, Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick, Jillian Dempsey Lid Tint, Kjaer Weis Mascara, SOSHE Ceramide Refillable Lip Silks, Sakara Metabolism Super Powder, AG1 By Athletic GreensTake 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Follow the host: @alex_blair_Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.comSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

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