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Dear Media, Dr Sheila Farhang

Dr. Sheila Farhang is a board-certified celebrity dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon, and the host of Derm Approved. On the show, she’ll share honest insights straight from her clinics in Beverly Hills, California and Tucson, Arizona. From cutting-edge longevity treatments to effective at-home care, Dr. Sheila breaks down what actually works (and what doesn’t), sharing evidence-based approaches to maintaining healthy, youthful skin, hair, and nails. Consider this your insider access to a dermatologist’s office–elevated and informative, helping you optimize your skin at every age.  

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  • Wednesday · 50 min

    When Perfection Becomes a Problem with Kayla Nicole

    This week I'm joined by Kayla Nicole–media personality and sports journalist–to talk about how her wellness approach has changed. We get into her lifelong struggle with eczema and acne, and why she wants to dissolve her lip filler. We discuss what longevity means to her and dig into the dangers of black-market GLP-1s and peptides. She opens up about the beauty standards she was under while doing pageants and being a wellness influencer–and why she’s stepped back from tracking every calorie. I also give her advice on her skincare routine, why I think vibration plates aren’t worth it, the benefits of red light, and the best lab tests to take for your health! Follow Kayla on Instagram @iamkaylanicole and listen to her podcast The Pre Game wherever you podcast. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • September 16 · 48 min

    Struggling with Adult Acne? Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi Thinks It Might Be Hormonal

    Today we’re speaking with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, one of the most well-known OBGYNs in the country, to talk about everything I see overlap between her world and mine. We get into adult acne and how often it's undiagnosed PMOS (the updated term for PCOS), the labs she runs that most doctors skip, and why insulin resistance is often the root cause. We also cover her honest take on GLP-1s and birth control–and she lets us know when it's time to talk to your doctor about perimenopause and HRT. We close on something close to her heart: her own breast cancer diagnosis and why knowing your lifetime risk matters more than family history alone. Take her Breast Cancer Risk quiz here: https://www.shemdpodcast.com/risk-calculator Find More Resources at https://www.shemdpodcast.com/ Follow @drthaisaliabadi and @shemd on Instagram. Listen to SheMD wherever you podcast // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • September 9 · 58 min

    Vanessa Lee on What Korea Gets Right and Wrong About Aesthetics

    Today I'm joined by Vanessa Lee of The Things We Do–this conversation is one I've wanted to have since we first DMed each other back in 2019! Vanessa coined the term "facial balancing" in 2017 and today we get into what that actually means and how to vet a med spa or injector. We also dig into "perception drift," what AI beauty plans are missing, and how to think about augmentation versus honoring your own heritage and features. Then we go all in on Korean aesthetics: what's actually worth flying to Seoul for, what to skip (salmon sperm PDRN, we're looking at you), and the wellness pharmacy trend taking over. We close out talking regenerative aesthetics, her BioGlow protocol combining Sculptra and PRFM, and why the slow biostimulator crawl is quietly the future of this industry. Want more from Vanessa? Follow her on TikTok @vanessalee_rn @thethingswedo.co and Instagram @vanessalee_rn @thethingswedo.co. Visit The Things We Do at one of her five locations—West Hollywood, Downtown LA, Venice, Chino Hills, Oʻahu—or book online to schedule your consultation and learn more at thethingswedo.co // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • September 2 · 1 hr 3 min

    Plastic Surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow (Botched) Thinks Non-Surgical Procedures are the Future

    Today Botched star and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow joins me for a conversation every skincare and facelift patient needs to hear. We break down the exact dermatologic roadmap to prep your skin before a facelift, why Dr. Dubrow tells patients to delay surgery as long as possible, and the biggest red flags to look for when choosing a plastic surgeon. We also dive into something we’re all noticing: skin laxity after GLP-1 weight loss. Dr. Dubrow shares his experience with GLP-1’s and how to be patient with your skin after losing weight. He also explains why non-surgical procedures are the future–and why plastic surgeons shouldn’t be afraid of them. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 29 · 49 min

    Your Questions Answered: Filler Migration, Lasers, and The Truth About Sofwave

    We're halfway through season two, so it's time for a Q&A! I brought in some Dear Media employees to ask their most pressing derm questions, plus answered what you sent me on Instagram. We cover a lot: whether Sofwave is actually worth the money, how I approach dissolving and refilling old or migrated filler, my go-to protocol for baby Botox and why less is more, how to prep your skin in your late 20s and early 30s, and whether Sculptra or radiofrequency will mess with a future facelift. I also break down what vibration plates are and if they’re worth it, where to start if you've never tried a laser, and some of my favorite affordable exfoliators and red light devices. We’re taking the next two weeks off! We’ll be back on August 19th. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 22 · 51 min

    What Susan Yara Asked Before Her Tummy Tuck, Nose Job, and Fat Transfer

    Susan Yara joins me to talk about peptides, plastic surgery, and when she knew she was hitting her peak as an influencer. You may know her from her YouTube channel, Mixed Makeup, or from Naturium, the brand she built and sold to e.l.f. Cosmetics for $355 million in 2023. She gets real about what it took to sell the brand and what happened after the acquisition. We also dive into what she's had done–a nose job, fat transfer, and a tummy tuck–and what she wishes she knew before the surgeries. Listen to my conversation with Susan on her podcast, Glowlab, here or wherever you podcast. You can follow Susan on Instagram @susanyara and @mixedmakeup. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 15 · 52 min

    Makeup Mistakes That Age You and How to Fix Them with Erica Taylor

    If you've ever felt like your makeup "just isn't working like it used to," this one's for you. Makeup artist Erica Taylor–the internet's go-to for makeup on mature and aging skin–joins me to break down what actually changes on your face over time and how to adjust your makeup routine accordingly. We cover why fine lines and undereye bags aren't just an "over 40" issue, the right way to cleanse and remove makeup, and color correcting and concealer techniques that don't crease. Learn more about Erica Taylor by following her on Instagram and TikTok @ericataylor2347. You can also purchase Erica Taylor x Doll10 Beauty Products here: www.doll10.com/collections/lets-glow. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.shelia_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 8 · 49 min

    The Truth About Peptides, NAD Injections, and GLP-1s with Dr. Taz Bhatia

    Peptides, NAD injections, GLP-1s—everyone's talking about them, but what actually works? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Taz Bhatia—a triple board-certified physician, integrative medicine expert, and one of the leading voices in longevity—to break down the real connection between gut health, hormones, and skin. Dr. Taz shares her own health journey, from being dismissed by specialists for over a year to discovering integrative medicine. She then walks through the four root causes she sees behind most skin issues: gut health, inflammation, hormones, and cortisol. After that, she reveals what's actually worth trying in the world of peptides, and I break down what "Ozempic face" is. We wrap up by discussing the supplements she thinks are overrated vs. underrated. Learn more about Dr. Taz Bhatia and book an appointment at holplus.co and doctortaz.com. You can also follow her on Instagram @drtazmd and listen to her podcast here. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Roc Skincare: Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • S2 · E2
    June 24 · 38 min

    Holly Madison on Hollywood Beauty, Then and Now

    For the first episode of Season Two of Derm Approved, Holly Madison sits down with Dr. Shelia Farhang to talk about beauty and what aging looks like after a lifetime in the public eye. From experimenting with alt looks in high school to navigating the very specific beauty standards inside the Playboy Mansion, Holly gets candid about the procedures she's had and how her relationship with her appearance has changed since her 20s. They also dig into the evolution of nonsurgical treatments, why Holly finally got a facelift in her mid-40s, and what she'd tell her younger self about beauty and confidence. Follow Holly Madison on Instagram @hollymadison and listen to her new podcast, You Wish. // MORE FROM DR. SHEILA FARHANG // Follow on Instagram @dr.sheila_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. // SPONSORS // Medik8: Liquid Peptides Advanced MP Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code DERMAPPROVED for 20% off your order. EltaMD: Visit www.eltamd.com to shop and learn more. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • S2 · E1
    June 22 · 54 sec

    Derm Approved is Back!

    Derm Approved is back for a second season starting this Wednesday, June 24th! Join Dr. Shelia Farhang as she speaks with guests like Holly Madison, Rokael Lizma, and Dr. Taz Bhatia. Dr. Sheila Farhang is a board-certified celebrity dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon, and the host of Derm Approved. On the show, she’ll share honest insights straight from her clinics in Beverly Hills, California and Tucson, Arizona. From cutting-edge longevity treatments to effective at-home care, Dr. Sheila breaks down what actually works (and what doesn’t), sharing evidence-based approaches to maintaining healthy, youthful skin, hair, and nails. Consider this your insider access to a dermatologist’s office–elevated and informative, helping you optimize your skin at every age. Follow on Instagram @dr.shelia_derm, @avantdermatology, @dermapproved. Learn more or book an appointment at avantdermatology.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Dec 19, 2024 · 47 min

    Skincare & Cosmetic Q&A: Must-Have Products, Pore Vacuums, Morning Shed Explained, and Myths Debunked + Benefits of Sculptra & RF Microneedling

    <p>In this episode of Derm Approved, I answer your burning skincare, cosmetic, and haircare questions while debunking viral myths. In this episode, we’re diving into some of the most talked-about topics: Is beef tallow the next big thing for your skin? Do I recommend using pore vacuums? Plus, I’ll critique the viral routine called "The Morning Shed" and share tips on controlling skin oiliness. We’ll also explore the best ingredients for hyperpigmentation and rosacea, effective scar treatments, a

  • Dec 12, 2024 · 55 min

    Body Skin Breakdown: Solutions for stretch marks, cellulite, bumpy skin, body acne, spider veins, ingrown hair, and more!

    <p>In this solo episode of&nbsp;<em>Derm Approved</em>, I dive into the world of&nbsp;<em>body skin health</em>! From stretch marks and cellulite to bumpy skin, body acne, and even spider veins, we’re covering it all. Learn about the causes behind these common concerns, why they happen, and most importantly, how to address them.</p><p>I share affordable at-home treatments, like skincare products and daily habits, as well as in-office solutions ranging from prescriptions to procedures that actual

  • Dec 5, 2024 · 56 min

    Dr. Sandra Lee (Dr. Pimple Popper) on Acne & Acne Scarring: Treatments and Tips

    <p>On this episode of Derm Approved, I’m joined by the one and only Dr. Sandra Lee, famously known as Dr. Pimple Popper! We dive deep into all things acne, breaking down the different types and discussing treatment options—from over-the-counter solutions to advanced in-office prescription treatments. We also tackle the big questions: When should you see a dermatologist? And what are our real thoughts on Accutane? Plus, we discuss strategies for treating acne scars, including affordable options f

  • Nov 21, 2024 · 48 min

    Skincare Essentials for Your 20s, 30s, and 40s with Celebrity Aesthetician Shani Darden

    <p>In this episode of Derm Approved, I sit down with celebrity aesthetician Shani Darden to discuss the essentials of skincare for every stage of life. Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond, we break down the must-haves to keep your skin healthy and glowing. From simple tweaks to transformative additions, this conversation is packed with expert advice.</p><p>We also dive into the most overrated and underrated skincare ingredients, sharing what truly works versus what’s all hype—includi

  • Nov 14, 2024 · 40 min

    How to Get Strong & Healthy HAIR and NAILS!

    <p>Welcome to all things hair &amp; nails! Join me as I dive into the sometimes overlooked topics of hair and nail health. Today we’ll cover everything from the causes of hair loss and my unique in-office consultation process to the latest treatments for hair regrowth. I also discuss common nail concerns like brittle nails, provide guidance on how to enjoy gel manicures without damage, and share expert tips on strengthening and caring for your nails. Tune in for dermatologist-backed insights, pr

  • Nov 7, 2024 · 48 min

    Exploring Aesthetic Alternatives and Wellness with Arielle Lorre from The Well Podcast

    <p>In this episode of Derm Approved, I sit down with Arielle Lorre, the influential voice behind The Well podcast, to discuss innovative alternatives to traditional aesthetic treatments like Botox and fillers. We explore the potential of treatments such as lasers, lymphatic massages, face taping, and red light therapy, as well as dive into how wellness habits can elevate your skin health from the inside out. Our conversation also highlights the benefits of diet, essential supplements, and acupun

  • Oct 31, 2024 · 56 min

    Eyeing Solutions: Tackling Eye Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Sagging Eyelids, and Jowls with Breaking Beauty

    <p>In this EYE-opening episode of Derm Approved, Hosts of the Breaking Beauty podcast, Carlene and Jill, join me to dive into the world of eye and jowl rejuvenation. Together, we unpack common eye concerns like wrinkles, sagging eyelids, dark circles, and puffiness, as well as the challenges of jowls; discussing both affordable at-home treatments and effective in-office options. I give listeners a thorough breakdown of treatments, from eye creams that actually work to advanced skin-tightening pr

  • Oct 24, 2024 · 1 hr 5 min

    Deep Dive into the World of Lasers and Skin-Tightening Devices

    <p>In this episode of Derm Approved, we're diving deep into the world of lasers and energy-based devices! If you've ever wondered how these cutting-edge technologies work to resurface your skin, tighten it, and tackle pigmentation or sun damage, this is the episode for you. In this episode, I’ll break down the different types of lasers, what they do, and how to know if you're a good candidate for these treatments. Plus, I’ll guide you on choosing the right technology and provider, including some

  • Oct 17, 2024 · 46 min

    Cosmetic Injectables 101: Ideal Age to Start, Side Effects, Costs, and Budget-Friendly Alternatives

    <p>In this episode of Derm Approved, we’re diving into the world of cosmetic injectables - think Botox and filler! I break down what they are, how they work, the differences between them, and common misconceptions. I also discuss potential side effects, costs, and provide guidance on whether you’re a good candidate, including when you may want to start treatments. You’ll also get tips on choosing the right provider, the questions to ask during your consultation, and even some non-Botox/filler an

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