Feeling overwhelmed by today’s beauty and wellness trends? In this episode of Skin Talks, Beate and Natascha are joined by special guest Raquel Merlini, a registered nurse, IFBB pro bodybuilder, and medical-spa owner, to cut through the noise. From Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs to protein myths, body-image pressure, and the latest non-surgical treatments, they cover it all.

What you’ll learn:  

• GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy) – how they work, pros, cons, and long-term questions  

• The connection between weight loss drugs, muscle mass, and skin laxity  

• Why strength training and protein are crucial for women (and how to budget for clean eating)  

• Emotional eating, body-image trauma, and building a healthy relationship with food  

• Sculptra vs. dermal fillers, when to choose collagen stimulators and when to opt for instant volume  

• PDO threads – the red flags, costs, and realistic outcomes  

• CO₂ resurfacing vs. Fotona and how exosomes can speed healing  

• Tips for finding an ethical, experienced aesthetic provider and managing realistic expectations  

Connect With Us  

Hosts:  

Beate → https://www.instagram.com/beatevonhuene/  

Natascha → https://www.instagram.com/nataschaschillinger/  

Guest:  

Raquel Merlini → https://www.instagram.com/rskinadmission/

Website & Shop:  

🌐 https://bskinenvie.ca/  

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