OvaryActive24 Apr 2025

Ep 15 | Perimenopause & Your Skincare Routine

Let's face it—perimenopause isn't exactly known for its sparkling perks (unless you consider surprise hot flashes a "perk"). But what it does bring is a whole new relationship with your skincare routine.

In this episode of OvaryActive, the Docs are diving into the hormonal chaos that makes your skin suddenly act like a moody teenager again—and what you can actually do about it––without buying 47 different serums.

Joining the Docs is the fabulous Dr. Jessica Healy, who brings her expert insights and her sunscreen to explain the science (and nonsense) behind skincare. This trio of Docs is talking about everything from niacinamide to red light therapy, the truth about oral collagen, and yes, even the mysterious world of biotin and your brittle nails.

You'll leave with practical tips, a little more science know-how, and maybe, just maybe, the willpower to finally toss that 10-step skincare routine you never really liked anyway.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[:40] Meet Dr. Jessica Healy

[2:24] I'm wandering Sephora, send help!

[8:35] What SPF do I need?

[13:49] Is retinol beneficial?

[16:38] Is Vitamin C serum worth the price tag?

[19:34] Oh no, that made me turn red!

[24:33] Exploring topical estrogens

[27:11] To collagen or not to collagen?

[31:54] What's trending?

[34:32] The wonders of red light therapy

[37:57] Let's breakdown your day and night routine

[42:16] Don't forget your nails!

Links:

dermspecpa.com

Follow the show @OvaryActive Instagram | YouTube

Meet the Docs:

More information about Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su:

Gennev: www.gennev.com/clinician/dr-rebecca-dunsmoor-su

LinkedIn @rebecca-dunsmoor-su

More information about Dr. Amy Voedisch:

Stanford Medical Clinic: stanfordhealthcare.org/doctors/v/amy-voedisch.html

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