Episode 17: The Truth About Tretinoin, Retinol & Results
Retinoids are one of the most powerful tools in skincare—but they're also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down everything you need to know: t...
24 Jul 202524min
Episode 16: Beard Basics — Grooming, Skin Care, and Shaving Secrets
Whether you're rocking a lumberjack beard, keeping things trimmed and tidy, or struggling to grow more than stubble, this episode has you covered. Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee dive into all th...
17 Jul 202522min
Episode 15: Rash Decisions — When Your Skin Acts Up and What to Do About It
Not all rashes are created equal. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down the most common types of rashes, from allergic contact dermatitis to eczema, psoriasis, and the myste...
10 Jul 202542min
BONUS: A Conversation on Oral Health, Microbiomes & Whole-Body Wellness
In this special bonus episode, Dr. Dustin Portela welcomes his very first guest to Skinfluence: functional biomimetic dentist Dr. Craig Clayton. Together, they dive into the surprising links between y...
3 Jul 202553min
Episode 14: Peels & Reveals — The Real Deal on Chemical Exfoliation
Ready for smoother, brighter skin? Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee dive deep into the world of chemical peels in this episode of Skinfluence. They break down how peels work, who's a good candidat...
3 Jul 202525min
Episode 13: SPF Is Your BFF — The Ultimate Sunscreen Deep Dive
In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down everything you think you know about sunscreen—and then go deeper. From SPF ratings and reapplication rules to chemical vs. mineral form...
26 Jun 202528min
Announcement: My Go-To Sunscreen Just Got a Major Upgrade
Dr. Portela drops in with a special update: he's officially taken over one of his favorite men's skincare brands—MANTL. In this mini-episode, he shares why their Invisible Daily SPF 30 has been his to...
20 Jun 20251min
Episode 12: Tattoo Talk — Art, Aftercare, and Dermatologist Red Flags
Thinking about getting a tattoo—or already have one? This episode dives into the dermatology behind the ink. Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down what happens to your skin during tattooing,...
19 Jun 202537min
