The Beauty Scientists

The Beauty Scientists

By Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy KImHealth & Fitness
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The Beauty Scientists episodes

  • Pediatric Lacerations: What Parents NEED to Know About Kids' Face Cuts | EP 56

    Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim reveal everything parents need to know about treating children's facial lacerations - from sedation vs local anesthesia to when you really need stitches.

    🩺 In This Episode:
    • Sedation vs local anesthesia - what doctors don't tell you
    • The reality of ER visits for pediatric cuts (spoiler: you'll be there for hours)
    • What plastic surgeons choose for their OWN children
    • How to tell if a cut needs stitches or just glue
    • Why you should consider calling a plastic surgeon instead of going to the ER
    • The one painful shot vs the full sedation process
    • Post-repair scar care and why kids heal better than adults
    • Absorbable sutures vs traditional stitches
    • Managing anxiety with parents in the room
    • When to use dermabond, strips, or sutures

    ⏱️ Timestamps:
    0:00 - Introduction
    0:48 - Sedation vs local anesthesia explained
    2:00 - The typical ER experience
    6:18 - What plastic surgeons choose for their own kids
    9:07 - When your child's cut needs stitches
    10:38 - Skip the ER and call a plastic surgeon
    7:41 - How kids' scars heal amazingly well

    💡 Key Takeaway:
    Most parents don't realize they have options beyond sedation in the ER. Local anesthesia with an experienced plastic surgeon can mean less trauma, shorter wait times, and better results - all without mind-altering drugs for your child.

    #PlasticSurgery #Parenting #PediatricCare #MedicalAdvice #KidsHealth #Stitches #EmergencyRoom #ParentingTips #FacialLaceration #TheBeautyScientists #DoctorPodcast #MedicalPodcast #ParentingPodcast #Healthcare #PediatricMedicine

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    12 min
  • Korea Derma 2025: Revolutionary Hybrid Fillers, Salmon DNA & Advanced Skin Boosters | EP 55

    🇰🇷 Just back from Korea Derma 2025! Dr. Roy Kim shares the latest breakthroughs in Korean aesthetic medicine with Dr. Kristy Hamilton.

    Discover what's revolutionizing facial aesthetics:
    ✨ Hybrid fillers combining HA + biostimulators in ONE syringe
    🐟 Salmon DNA fillers with ZERO vascular occlusion cases
    💉 Micronized ADM for tear troughs (the holy grail!)
    🌊 Spicules: at-home collagen boosters that actually work
    🔬 Combination therapy protocols Korean dermatologists swear by
    ⚡ Double Tight device: RF microneedling + skin booster injection in one

    Learn why Korean skin looks so flawless and what's coming to the US market soon. From Bellafill to biological fillers, we break down the science behind K-beauty's most advanced treatments.

    Perfect for: Aesthetic practitioners, skincare enthusiasts, patients considering injectables, anyone curious about the future of non-surgical facial rejuvenation

    #KoreanSkincare #AestheticMedicine #Fillers #SalmonDNA #SkinBoosters #PlasticSurgery #Dermatology #KBeauty #InjectableFillers #AntiAging #KoreaDerma2025 #MedicalAesthetics #BoardCertifiedPlasticSurgeon #SkincareTrends #HybridFillers ▶️

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    19 min
  • Latest Innovations in Plastic Surgery: Trends, Technologies, and Techniques from PSTM 2025

    Latest Innovations in Plastic Surgery: Trends, Technologies, and Techniques from PSTM 2025

    Join Dr. Roy Kim and Dr. Kristy Hamilton, the Beauty Scientists, as they discuss the latest advancements in plastic surgery technology and techniques from the PSTM Plastic Surgery meeting held in New Orleans in October 2025. 

    Topics include the impact of weight loss drugs, new skin tightening technologies, fat storage and retention innovations, trends in South Korean aesthetics, and the benefits of hot water recovery and red light therapy. Learn about Motiva implants and the concept of preservation breast augmentation. Stay updated with cutting-edge methods to enhance patient outcomes in the world of plastic surgery.

    00:00 Introduction to the Beauty Scientist
    00:50 Overview of PSTM Plastic Surgery Meeting
    01:52 Hot Topics: Ozempic and Weight Loss
    04:24 Technological Advancements in Body Contouring
    06:02 Fat Storage and Retention Innovations
    08:53 International Trends in Plastic Surgery
    12:25 Wellness and Recovery Techniques
    15:19 Motiva and Breast Augmentation Techniques
    18:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    20 min
  • Innovations in Plastic Surgery: The Miami Thong Lift Technique | The Beauty Scientists | EP 53

    Is there a way to reshape your buttocks without implants, fat transfer, or major scars? 🍑 Dr. Roy Kim and Dr. Kristy Hamilton discuss the Miami Thong Lift, a groundbreaking surgical technique that:

    ✅ Targets sagging in the lower inner buttocks
    ✅ Lifts and rotates tissue for natural volume
    ✅ Leaves minimal scarring compared to BBL
    ✅ Works best for patients with moderate weight loss + minimal loose skin

    We’ll also cover recovery, risks, and why this could be the next big trend in body contouring.

    #MiamiThongLift #ButtLift #BBLAlternative #DrRoyKim #PlasticSurgery #BodyContour

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    13 min
  • Exploring the Motiva Preserve Technique | Insights from Costa Rica

    Join Dr. Roy Kim and Dr. Kristy Hamilton as they dive into the groundbreaking Motiva Preserve Method, a new technique for breast augmentation with a focus on tissue preservation. Dr. Hamilton shares her insights from visiting Motiva's headquarters in Costa Rica, where she learned about this innovative approach designed to minimize recovery time and maintain natural breast anatomy. Ideal candidates, procedural details, recovery experiences, and more are discussed in this informative and engaging episode. Perfect for anyone considering breast augmentation or interested in the latest advancements in cosmetic surgery.

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome
    00:35 Exploring the Preserve Technique in Costa Rica
    01:35 Ideal Candidates for Preservation Breast Augmentation
    02:12 Surgical Technique and Benefits
    04:57 Historical Context and Technological Advances
    08:47 Patient Experiences and Recovery
    10:26 Training and Implementation
    12:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    14 min
  • Dr. Roy Kim's Korean Skincare Experience: Beyond the Ordinary | The Beauty Scientists

    Exploring South Korean Skincare Innovations with Dr. Roy Kim

    Join Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim on 'The Beauty Scientist' as they discuss Dr. Kim's recent trip to South Korea, renowned for its advanced skincare and medical aesthetics. Dr. Kim shares insights from his experience, including treatments like skin boosters, Ultherapy, and neuromodulators. Learn about the benefits, pain levels, and effectiveness of these procedures, as well as how they compare to options available in the US. Don't miss their take on the efficiency of South Korean skincare clinics and Dr. Kim's ratings for each treatment. Stay beautiful and informed with 'The Beauty Scientist'.

    00:00 Introduction to The Beauty Scientist
    00:11 Dr. Kim's South Korean Skincare Adventure
    01:33 Exploring Skincare Treatments: Ultherapy and Skin Boosters
    04:17 The Korean Glass Skin Treatment
    07:20 Targeted Neuromodulators and Botox Alternatives
    08:34 The South Korean Skincare Experience
    12:05 Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement

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    13 min
  • Off-the-Shelf Fat Grafting? The Truth About AlloClae & The Future of Fillers | The Beauty Scientists

    Discover the game-changing new fat-like filler, AlloClae, with board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim on The Beauty Scientists Podcast!

    In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about this revolutionary off-the-shelf, human-derived adipose-like injectable. Learn how AlloClae works, why it’s different from traditional fat grafting, who it’s best for, how long it lasts, and how it compares to other options like Renuva and Dermaclay.

    #FatGrafting #AlloClae #PlasticSurgery #BeautyPodcast #BodyContour #Fillers #RegenerativeMedicine

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    13 min
  • Skin Boosters, Korean Trends & Intimate Aesthetics?! | What’s Hot in European Aesthetic Medicine!

    In this episode of The Beauty Scientist, Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim dive into the latest global beauty trends straight from the SELM Conference in the Czech Republic. From Korean-inspired skin boosters to trout DNA polynucleotides and even intimate area rejuvenation, discover the cutting-edge treatments making waves in Europe (but not yet available in the U.S.).

    ✨ What you'll learn in this episode:
    👉🏻 What are skin boosters and how they differ from traditional fillers
    👉🏻 The latest in regenerative aesthetic medicine
    👉🏻 Insights into Profhilo, V-Hacker, Pink Booster, and other international products
    👉🏻 How AI is entering aesthetic medicine
    👉🏻 Dr. Kim’s personal experience in Prague 

    Whether you're a skincare enthusiast, medical pro, or just curious about what's next in beauty, this episode is for you!

    🔗 https://www.kongres-esteticke-mediciny.cz/en/

    #SkinBoosters #PlasticSurgeryPodcast #KoreanBeautyTrends #AestheticMedicine #profhilo #Vhacker #IntimateRejuvenation #BeautyScience #DrRoyKim #DrKristyHamilton #TheBeautyScientists #Podcast #RegenerativeAesthetics #plasticsurgery 

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    14 min
  • Why Social Media Hates Plastic Surgery" | Filtered Beauty, Real Talk

    Are filters, algorithms, and false beauty ideals distorting the truth about plastic surgery? 


    In this episode of The Beauty Scientist, Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim expose the double standards and contradictions of social media's treatment of aesthetic medicine. 

    From “violence” flags on surgical videos to the impossible expectations created by influencers and edited selfies, they reveal how to cut through the noise and make confident, informed decisions.

    #PlasticSurgeryPodcast #SocialMediaTruth #AestheticMedicine #FilteredReality #BodyPositivity #DrChristyHamilton #DrRoyKim #TheBeautyScientist

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    19 min
  • The Art and Science of Timeless Beauty: How to Achieve the Ideal Surgical Facial Rejuvenation Result

    On this episode of The Beauty Scientists, Dr. Christy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim — both board-certified plastic surgeons — reveal the holistic facial rejuvenation formula behind the natural, refreshed looks you're seeing all over Hollywood and social media.

    Discover how to:

    • Turn back the clock without overdoing it
    • Combine surgery with lasers and skincare for glowing results
    • Decide between fat grafting, fillers, or a full facelift
    • Understand facial anatomy to get results that last
    • Avoid the “filler face” trap and spot the signs of poor technique
    • Use recovery tools like red light, PRP, and hyperbaric oxygen to heal beautifully

    ✨ Whether you're considering surgery or want to age gracefully with non-invasive treatments, this conversation is full of real insights, honest advice, and cutting-edge beauty science.

    #Facelift #FacialRejuvenation #PlasticSurgeryPodcast #AntiAgingTips #NaturalResults #DrChristyHamilton #DrRoyKim #TheBeautyScientists #SkinHealth #FillerVsFat #OzempicFace #NeckLift #LaserSkinResurfacing

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    19 min

About The Beauty Scientists

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Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim share their love of aesthetics, beauty, and plastic surgery through conversation and in depth analysis.  

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