Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon™

By Kay Durairaj, MD, FACS @beautybydrkay

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The hot new location for all your beauty needs. Learn how to stay beautiful on the inside and out with advice from Kay Durairaj, MD, a top plastic surgeon from Los Angeles, California. This podcast will feature the inside scoop on trends in plastic surgery, botox, fillers, beauty, and wellness. Guest stars will include influencers, entrepreneurs, and other top plastic surgeons across the country. Stay tuned for Beauty Bytes, and follow us on Instagram @beautybydrkay.

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559: The Science of Anti-Ag...

09.22.2023

Wrinkles, Aging, and Youthfulness - In the quest for youthful, radiant skin, a range of cutting-edge treatments and therapies has emerged to combat the signs of aging. From lymphatic massage, which aids in detoxification and reducing inflammation, to LED therapy ...

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09.22.2023 559: The Science of Anti-Aging Treatments Wrinkles, Aging, and Youthfulness - In the quest for youthful, radiant skin, a range of cutting-edge treatments and therapies has emerged to combat the signs of aging. From lymphatic massage, which aids in detoxification and reducing inflammation, to LED therapy ...
09.19.2023 558: Health Effects of Quantum Biology with Carrie Bennett Quantum Perspective, Transformation, and Healing - Join us for an enlightening conversation as Dr. Kay engages in a deep dive with Carrie Bennett on the transformative power of a Quantum Perspective, exploring the profound connection between health, nature's healing forces, ...
09.15.2023 557: Ageless Beauty: The Perfect Time for a Face Lift Wrinkles, Aging, and Youthfulness - In today's episode, we'll unravel the transformative secrets of the facelift. Discover how this remarkable cosmetic surgery can wind back the clock, helping you achieve a more youthful and radiant appearance. From the ideal age ...
09.13.2023 556: Effects on Hormones on the Skin: Navigating Hormonal Changes Period, Pregnancy, and Menopause - Ever faced the dreaded "period breakout" or wondered why your skin behaves differently during pregnancy or menopause? Our latest podcast dives deep into how hormones pull the strings of your skin's destiny. From the monthly ...
09.08.2023 555: Secrets of Phenol Peels: Expert Insights, Risks, and Rewards Expert Insights, Risks, and Rewards - Discover the transformative world of Phenol Peels! From their historic roots in the 1920s to the controversial reputation they hold today, learn about these deep-penetrating cosmetic procedures. Explore the process, understand what sets them ...
09.06.2023 554: Biotin for Hair Growth: Does it Work? Hair loss, Biotin, and Nutrients - Is Biotin as Good as Advertised for Your Hair Loss? In today’s podcast, we're diving deep into the world of biotin, a vitamin often hailed as the secret to luscious locks. We'll uncover the ...
09.01.2023 553: Exploring Snail Mucin in Skincare: Miracle Ingredient or Over-Hyped Trend? Slimy, Moisturizing, and Healing - Join us on a fascinating journey into the world of skincare as we unveil one of the industry's most intriguing ingredients: snail mucin. Often described as nature's hidden gem, snail mucin has taken the beauty ...
08.29.2023 552: Jet lag Journeys: Navigating Time Zones and Traveling Well Jet lag, Travel, and Thriving On the Go - Nothing ruins a trip like your body telling you it's time for bed. Dr. Kay shares essential tips and strategies to conquer jet lag during long-haul flights. Get ready to make ...
08.25.2023 551: Calorie Restriction: Why you should start now! Aging, Longevity, Lifespan, Calorie Reduction - Cut calories, lengthen life span? In this week’s deep dive, Dr.Kay explores the latest news that reveals the fascinating connection between calorie restriction and the art of graceful aging.
08.23.2023 550: Back-to-School: How Does it Affect Mothers? Parent conferences, getting school supplies, checking grades- going back to school can be a stressful period of time, particularly for moms! The amount of work that's added on to our already full loads as mothers is exponential. Listen to my ...
08.18.2023 549: Detailed Breakdown of Radiofrequency Microneedling Loss elasticity, excessive wrinkles, and sagging appearance-radiofrequency microneedling can widely benefit your aging skin concerns. Do devices matter for the treatment? What else do you need to keep in mind? On this week’s Five Minutes Friday, I’ll tell you all ...
08.15.2023 548: Skin Conversation with Heartlyn Rae Beauty tips, skincare recommendations, and my life journey-During this week, I became a part of the Excuse My Friend podcast hosted by Heartlyn Rae. I engaged in a fantastic conversation with these wonderful ladies, delving into topics of skincare tips, ...
08.12.2023 547: All about Semaglutides with Dr. Daniel Bellardo Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro-did you know these semaglutides can do more than help you lose weight? I’m here with one of my fave cardiologist Dr. Danielle Bellardo to discuss this new discovery. Not only do these medications help to manage ...
08.08.2023 545: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with Michelle Bohbot Calmness, rejuvenation, and mental clarity-these are what you can expect after hyperbaric oxygen therapy! This treatment increases the amount of oxygen in your blood stream and cellular level and the air pressure is elevated to 2 to 3 times above ...
08.04.2023 546: Barbie Beauty Unequal pay, higher burdens of parenthood, and unbalanced labor distribution - women must skillfully juggle through these various obstacles. It’s time to recognize these lingering disparities and the differing societal expectations between men and women. Did you know that women ...
08.01.2023 544: How to Protect Yourself from Photodamage this Summer Harmful UV rays, oxidative-stress, and solar-damaged skin- these are all the things you want to try to avoid this summer. With the season getting hotter and the rays getting harsher, you may also want to consider tweaking your beauty regimen. ...
07.28.2023 543: Unveiling the Disparity: Barbie’s Journey to the Real World Unequal pay, higher burdens of parenthood, and unbalanced labor distribution - women must skillfully juggle through these various obstacles. It’s time to recognize these lingering disparities and the differing societal expectations between men and women. Did you know that women ...
07.26.2023 542: Sculptra: The Secret To Stimulating Your Own Collagen On this week’s podcast, I talk to you all about Sculptra! Sculptra, also known as poly-L-lactic acid is made from the same material that stitches come from! I love this injectable because of how effective it is at helping your ...
07.22.2023 541: What is Trap Tox? Muscle tension, neck pain, and shoulder discomfort- did you know that injecting tox into these areas can help relieve it? Discover what Trap Tox is and how it can help aid in relieving trapezius muscle tension. Tune into this Five ...
07.19.2023 540: Summer Secrets: Should You Stop Scrubbing? Happy Friday Beauty Byters! In this week’s Five Minute Friday, I am talking about the importance of exfoliating your skin. Exfoliating your skin has so many benefits both internally and externally. Everything from the absorption of your skincare, to the ...
07.15.2023 539: Sunburn Summer Secrets Peeling skin, redness, and pain - are you experiencing these symptoms after your relaxing summer vacay? You probably have sunburn! Sunburns develop as a result of being exposed to the ultraviolet (UV) rays emitted by the sun or artificial UV ...
07.11.2023 538: Topical Cysteamine: New Treatment for Hyperpigmentation Melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and lentigines - these skin hyperpigmentation conditions can be solved by an ingredient known as Cysteamine. As a safe and well-tolerated antioxidant, cysteamine can be used daily to fade dark patches. It’s a less intensive option for ...
07.07.2023 537: 4 Signs You May Have Tech Neck Dull pain, stiffness, and numbness- if you’re noticing any of these symptoms around your head and neck area, you may be at risk for tech neck! While this new age of technology brought us a more convenient way of communicating, ...
07.06.2023 536: Summer Secrets: Your Guide To All Things Sunscreen Happy Friday, Beauty Byters! As you prepare for your summer vacation, or stay-cation, it is important to learn the benefits of wearing sunscreen. UV rays can damage your skin cells DNA. With improper care, over time your skin may be ...
07.01.2023 535: Summer Skincare Guide: Top 5 Reasons You Need to Be Exfoliating Your Skin Happy Friday Beauty Byters! In this week’s Five Minute Friday, I am talking about the importance of exfoliating your skin. Exfoliating your skin has so many benefits both internally and externally. Everything from the absorption of your skincare, to the ...
06.27.2023 534: Hyperdilute Radiesse: Wrinkles, Volume Loss, & Sagging Skin Wrinkles, volume loss and sagging skin-these are some signs of aging that could be tackled by a hyperdilute Radiesse treatment. By diluting Radiesse and injecting it superficially, it could help to reduce skin thickness and texture. It’s also great for ...
06.23.2023 533: Skin Flooding: Unveiling the Truth of TikTok Skincare Trend Ceramides, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid - These are the ingredients that make skin flooding gives you a glowy, dewy complexion on the brisket of days. Is it a fraud of Beauty Tok or a lifesaver for dry skin? The logic ...
06.20.2023 532: My Transformative Journey Life lessons, social media, and self-reflection - It is important to slow down once in a while and contemplate your life. Learning from what you have experienced and spreading your knowledge to others are the best ways to elevate yourself. ...
06.16.2023 531: Scarring: Fading Scars with Microneedling + Boosting Collagen Production Happy Friday Beauty Byters! In this week’s Five Minute Friday, I am talking about scars and the ways to smoothen and soften their appearance. Laser resurfacing and microdermabrasion are the most effective in treating scars, as well as using resurfacing ...
06.13.2023 530: Hyperpigmentation, Hemosiderin Staining & How to Treat Them Dark Spots, pigmented skin, and a bruise-like appearance - are you concerned with these colored areas that affect the overall balance of your skin tone? Hyperpigmentation and Hemosiderin Staining are usually the culprits behind these color spots. What’s different about ...
06.12.2023 529: Neglecting Neck: Things To Start Today Botox, hyper diluted neck fillers, and neck lifts- maintaining the neck cannot be more stressed enough. Everyone ages, and with age comes volume loss and skin laxity. By neglecting the neck, you’re leaving even more room for unwanted textural changes ...
06.06.2023 528: The Rise of IV Hydration Dehydration, malnutrition and loss of blood-these are examples of symptoms that can be efficiently treated by Intravenous (IV) therapy. IV therapy involves the direct delivery of fluids into a vein. This technique aids in the treatment process by facilitating faster ...
06.02.2023 527: Face Yoga: Anti-aging Magic or Complete Fraud? Crow’s feet, laugh lines, forehead wrinkles-can these aging signs be resolved by face yoga that you can perform at home? People claim face yoga can create a moment of self-care where you improve blood circulation for a healthy glow and ...
05.30.2023 526: Injectables: How To Start Your Preventative Care Injections, botox, collagen production, and why preventative maintenance is important! Hey Beauties, on this weeks’s podcast, we chat about different injections you should try to keep you looking youthful this Summer! Preventative maintenance is very important because collagen production drops ...
05.26.2023 525: Conversation with Danielle Belardo: The Benefits of Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro-what are the benefits of these medications from a cardiologist’s perspective? The thought-provoking conversation I had with Dr. Danielle Belardo will tell you all about their benefits beyond weight loss. Don’t miss out my Five Minutes Friday ...
05.24.2023 524: Mushroom Mania Antioxidants, Vitamins, and minerals - can you imagine these beneficial macronutrients could all be found in mushrooms? Scientists are continuously discovering the ability of mushrooms to protect against chronic illnesses and enhance overall health on a daily basis.The heightened awareness ...
05.19.2023 523: Melatonin 101: Anxiety, Sun Exposure, and Sleep Disorders Earplugs, blindfolds, or milk before bed time-if these can’t help you get a good night’s rest, you might turn to for help. But is this really the best way to solve your sleeping issues? That said, you might want to ...
05.16.2023 522: Dark Circles: Under Eye Filler, PRP, or A Good Eye Cream, What's The Solution? Fatigue, insufficient sleep, natural aging process- These are some of the most common causes for dark circles under the eyes. Join me on this week’s Tuesday Podcast as I dive into the causes, treatments, and expert insights surrounding this common ...
05.10.2023 521: Building a Better Practice, Pitfalls, & Mistakes with Larry Blevins Patient care, pitfalls, & mistakes- I’m here today with guest injector Larry Blevins, also known on Instagram as @captaincosmetic, who has had almost 20 years of practice and experience. We’ll be talking about ways to improve your practices and how ...
05.09.2023 520: Hair Cycling: The Way to Health Hair Irritation, dryness, and hygral fatigue- these are some examples of the type of problems you may face while washing your hair. To obtain maximum hair health, the latest trends in the beauty industry are recommending a practice known as hair ...
05.03.2023 518: Plant-Based Diets: Improved Digestion, Weight Loss & More! Cancer prevention, weight loss, and an overall healthy lifestyle - you can achieve this by simply changing your eating habits. Afterall, you are what you eat! In this episode, I’ll be exploring the benefits that a plant-based diet can offer ...
04.29.2023 519: What's an ORAC Potential & How Can it Help Elevate your Health? Kale, strawberries, and spinach- these are some of the most popular examples of fruits and vegetables that have a high ORAC potential, otherwise referred to as the Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity. In this week’s podcast, I’ll be breaking down this ...
04.26.2023 517: Marketing, Branding, & Building Your Practice with Ildi Arlette Unique, distinct, and uncopyable- these are Ildi Arlette’s secrets to bringing a business and its brand to the next level. As a business consultant and trusted adviser to over 350 medical aesthetic clinics, Ildi shares her story on how to ...
04.22.2023 516: Skin Boosters: Hyaluronic Acid, Hydration, & More! Skin hydration, elasticity, and firmness- it’s so important to keep these factors in mind when you’re doing your skincare. Luckily, there are so many innovative cosmetic treatments nowadays that can help. With so many, however, how do you know which ...
04.18.2023 515: Diversity in Aesthetics with Shannon King Diversity, culture, & inclusivity- I’m here with special guest and CEO of LeMeilleur Beauty, Shannon King, to talk about the lack of diversity in aesthetics. As an injector, it’s important to showcase people from different backgrounds. That's precisely why, in ...
04.15.2023 514: Blue Zones: The Secret to Longevity Health, wellness, & cultural stability- could living in a Blue Zone region be the secret to a long, happy life? Some studies have shown that these populations are living beyond 100 thanks to their dietary guidelines, and social standards. Tune ...
04.11.2023 513: Menopause: Hot Flashes, Hormonal Changes, & New Technology Imbalanced hormones, hot flashes, and estrogen-depleted skin- these are some of the most significant and noticeable symptoms of menopause. And while menopause marks a significant milestone for every woman, a majority of them don’t actually know how to manage it. ...
04.08.2023 512: Is Ozempic Old News? Appetite suppressants, laxatives, and weight loss shots- is Ozempic going out of style? According to one article from The Atlantic, it will be. Although originally designed for diabetic patients, many celebrities and influencers alike have been using this injection to ...
04.04.2023 511: Menopause: Symptoms & Solutions Irregular periods, hot flashes, and hormonal changes- if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms at 45 years or older, chances are, you’re undergoing menopause. And while most women will experience menopause at some point in their lives, statistics show that ...
03.31.2023 510: 7 Signs of Poor Gut Health Prebiotics, probiotics, and digestive health- taking care of your gut microbiome has never been more important. From immune function to mental health, your digestive system can be found connected to most parts of your body. With that said, it can ...

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