Skinfluence with Dr. Dustin Portela11 Kesä

EP 48: Laser Hair Removal, Shaving Mistakes, and the Best Way to Get Rid of Unwanted Hair

Shaving, waxing, laser hair removal, sugaring, electrolysis... with so many options available, what's actually the best way to get rid of unwanted hair?

This week, Dr. Dustin Portela and Austin Lee break down the most common hair removal methods, who they're best for, and the biggest mistakes people make that can lead to irritation, ingrown hairs, burns, and long-term skin damage.

They discuss the pros and cons of shaving, waxing, depilatory creams, electrolysis, and laser hair removal, along with what makes someone a good candidate for treatment. You'll also learn why skin tone and hair color matter, how to prepare for laser hair removal, and why "permanent hair removal" isn't always as permanent as people think.

The conversation also covers pseudofolliculitis barbae, hidradenitis suppurativa, acne keloidalis nuchae, shaving bumps, razor burn, and dermatologist-approved tips for preventing ingrown hairs and keeping your skin healthy.

Plus, Austin shares one of the most questionable hair removal decisions of his life involving a Taco Bell parking lot, Axe body spray, and an open flame.

If you've ever struggled with unwanted hair, ingrown hairs, razor bumps, or wondered whether laser hair removal is worth it, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you choose the right approach for your skin.

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EP 53: Derm Myth Court: Tanning for Vitamin D? Oily Skin Doesn't Need Moisturizer? — Part 2

Some skincare myths are easy to knock down. The ones in this episode are trickier, because the prosecution actually has a case. Round two of Derm Myth Court brings three myths that feel more defensibl...

27 Elo 32min

EP 52: Derm Myth Court: Does Sunscreen Cause Cancer? Beef Tallow? Lemon Juice for Acne? — Part 1

Some skincare myths are easy to dismiss. Others are built on just enough real science to sound credible, and those are the ones that spread. For the first episode of Derm Myth Court, Dr. Dustin Portel...

20 Elo 28min

Featured Episode: A Medicare Proposal Could Change How You Receive Care — Here's What You Can Do

Most people don't follow healthcare policy. But this one is worth your attention, and the window to do something about it closes September 14th. A new CMS proposal, if passed, would cut reimbursement ...

12 Elo 18min

Guest Episode: Dr. Mary Alice Mina on Perimenopause, Collagen Loss and What Women in Midlife Actually Need

At 40, Dr. Mary Alice Mina noticed her neck for the first time. She was a dermatologist, she knew the science, and it still caught her off guard. That moment of recognition is exactly what she now bui...

6 Elo 30min

EP 51: Sunburn, Sweat Acne and Summer Skin Damage — What Dermatologists See Every July

Summer has a way of reminding people that their skin has limits. Every July, the same things land in Dr. Dustin Portela and Austin Lee's clinic: sunburns that crossed a line, back acne that appeared o...

30 Heinä 38min

EP 50: When Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You Something Is Wrong Inside

Your skin is not just your largest organ. It is also, occasionally, a window into something going wrong much deeper than the surface. Autoimmune disease has a reputation for being mysterious, slow to ...

23 Heinä 42min

Guest Episode: Johanna Young of Solbari on Sun Protective Clothing, Skin Cancer Prevention, and What Australia Gets Right

Two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70. That statistic is the backdrop for everything Johanna Young does. Johanna is the founder of Solbari, an Australian sun pr...

16 Heinä 30min

Featured Episode: Dr. Portela on Derm It Trotter, Debunking Social Media Skincare Myths

Not everything trending on your feed deserves a place in your routine. This week, we're sharing a conversation Dr. Portela had on the Derm It Trotter podcast, hosted by board-certified dermatologist D...

9 Heinä 32min