Episode 26: Barrier Breakdown — Repairing Over-Exfoliated, Angry Skin
When your skin is red, tight, flaky, or stinging—your barrier might be crying for help. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee unpack everything you need to know about the skin barrier:...
9 Okt 202527min
Episode 25: Pigmentation Problems — Treating Dark Spots, Melasma & PIH
From stubborn acne marks to melasma and sunspots, unwanted pigmentation is one of the most common reasons people see a dermatologist. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down t...
2 Okt 202531min
Guest Episode: Chris Salgado on Men's Skincare, Mental Health & Building Atwater
In this special guest episode, Dr. Dustin Portela sits down with Chris Salgado—founder of Atwater Skincare and former president of Kiehl's—for a candid conversation about men's self-care, confidence, ...
25 Sep 202533min
Episode 24: Skin Myths Busted — TikTok Trends You Should Definitely Skip
From toothpaste on pimples to lemon juice masks, TikTok is full of skincare "hacks" that promise quick fixes but can actually do more harm than good. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin ...
18 Sep 202531min
Episode 23: Scalp Check — Dandruff, Psoriasis & What's Actually Going On
Your scalp is skin too, and it can face just as many problems as the rest of your body. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down the most common scalp conditions, including dan...
11 Sep 202527min
Episode 22: Under the Surface — Understanding Skin Texture & Large Pores
We all want smooth, even skin—but texture and pores are a universal struggle. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down what "skin texture" really means, why pore size is mostly...
4 Sep 202530min
Episode 21: SPF Wars — Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreen
Not all sunscreens are created equal, and in this episode Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee dive deep into the great sunscreen debate: mineral vs. chemical. They break down how each type works, wha...
28 Aug 202538min
Episode 20: Barrier Breakdown — Repairing Over-Exfoliated, Angry Skin
Your skin barrier does more than just "hold everything in." It keeps good things—like water and nutrients—inside while blocking out irritants, allergens, and microbes. But what happens when that barri...
21 Aug 202527min
