The Beauty Vault

Hydrinity founder and CEO Keith O’Briant explains what goes into the brand’s products and why the ingredient list only tells part of the story.From hydrating serums and HYACYN Active Purifying Mist to retinal and overnight repair, Keith shares how his background in regenerative medicine shaped Hydrinity’s approach. Keith discusses post-treatment care, targeting visible signs of aging while keeping skin comfort in mind, and why how an ingredient is delivered matters. Plus, his take on skincare trends and choosing products for your needs without building a complicated routine.

Learn more at glamlink.net

Keith O'Briant-CEO + Founder of @hydrinity hydrinity.com

The Beauty Vault Podcast

Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets

Glamlink | Your link to beauty + wellness

Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction

2:03 - The Hyasin Active Spray

4:01 - Keith's Background

6:16 - The Science of Hyaluronic Acid

9:38 - HA Serums

12:14 - The Eye Cream

14:19 - Hyasin for Milia & More

16:50 - Vivid Brightening Serum

20:04 - Retinol Pads

25:52 - Overnight Recovery

32:34 - What Sets Hydrinity Apart

33:55 - Packaging & Design

35:42 - Advice for Consumers

37:02 - Rapid Fire Questions

42:51 - What's Next for Hydrinity

44:44 - Closing & Thank You

In Part 2, Dr. Chris Khorsandi, known as Doc Vegas, shares how he helped develop AlloClae with a biotechnology team and how surgeons are using it to restore volume in areas such as hip dips. He also discusses the growing demand for volume restoration after GLP-1 weight loss. Host Marie Matteucci shares her personal breast augmentation experience, including how her plans changed through conversations with Dr. Khorsandi.

For more conversations like this, please like, comment, and subscribe.

Learn more about Doc Vegas at vipplasticsurgery.com and follow him on Instagram @docvegas.

The Beauty Vault Podcast, hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets

glamlink | Your Link to Beauty + Wellness

Explore more expert conversations at glamlink.net.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:23 Marie's Story: Why She Wanted Breast Implants

02:06 Finding the Right Surgeon

04:54 The Consultation & Implant Simulation

07:28 Going Bigger: Changing the Plan

09:26 Inside the OR: The Sizer Technique

13:01 Why Trust Matters with Your Surgeon

19:19 Scarring, Incisions & Recovery

22:51 Marie vs. Melanie: Settling the Score

24:45 AlloClae: A Breakthrough in Tissue Technology

27:28 How AlloClae Was Born

31:12 The Science Behind Donor Fat

33:45 Scaling AlloClae for Patients

39:44 How AlloClae Works in Your Body

41:21 DermaClay & the GLP-1 Revolution

49:29 The Confidence That Comes with Great Results

55:41 Where to Find Doc Vegas

Dr. Khorsandi shares the story behind his iconic billboard brand, his family's deep roots in design and medicine, and the pivotal moments that led him to choose plastic surgery over psychiatry. From a life-changing encounter with a stranger in Soho to the mentor who handed him a scalpel on day one, this is the origin story of a surgeon who has performed over 18,000 surgeries and built one of the most recognizable names in aesthetic medicine.

This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Marie shares her own patient experience with Dr. Khorsandi.

Subscribe for Part 2 and more episodes of the Beauty Vault Podcast!

Follow Dr. Christopher Khorsandi on Instagram @docvegas Book a consultation at vipplasticsurgery.com

Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets

Glamlink | Your link to beauty and wellness

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction & Welcome

00:55 The Doc Vegas Brand

01:45 Disclaimer & Professional Relationship

02:32 Las Vegas: The Aesthetics Capital

03:30 Privacy & Discretion in Plastic Surgery

04:42 Roots: Staten Island, Design & Medicine

08:19 Medical School & The Liberal Arts Detour

09:57 Disillusionment with Modern Medicine

12:06 The Weight Loss Epiphany: Appearance & Perception

16:07 9/11 & The Psychiatry Prediction

17:49 Finding Plastic Surgery

18:41 The Prisoner & The Psychiatrist

21:23 The Soho Encounter: Surgery vs. Psychiatry

24:00 Training: UPenn to Beverly Hills

26:01 Coming to Las Vegas & Miracle Flights

27:08 The Doc Holliday Connection

28:36 The Art of Rhinoplasty

30:06 Mentorship: "Nothing You Can Do That I Can't Undo"

32:37 Revision Rhinoplasty: The Broken Vase

34:11 The Zen of Surgery

35:04 On Your Own: The First Solo Case

38:53 Understanding the Gestalt of a Patient

41:24 Long-Term Patient Relationships & 3D Imaging

43:56 The Surgeon's Mindset: Compartmentalization🔔

Epicutis founder and CEO Maxwell Stock joins The Beauty Vault to discuss skin health, inflammation and why skincare should treat the skin as a living ecosystem.

We explore Epicutis’ patented TSC technology, the bestselling Lipid Serum, the skin microbiome and why the brand takes a streamlined, professional-first approach to skincare.

Go deeper with Glamlink’s consumer guide to Epicutis—see how TSC works, explore the products and find a skincare professional near you:

https://glamlink.net/journal/epicutis

Guest: Maxwell Stock | Founder & CEO, @epicutis
Visit www.epicutis.com to shop Hosted by Marie Matteucci
Glamlink | Your Link to Beauty + Wellness

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction & Welcome

00:56 Growing Up in a Scientific Family

05:40 From Ingredient Licensing to Industry Insider

07:05 The Skincare Industry's Marketing Problem

11:36 Discovering the Skin Microbiome

14:07 A Personal Skin Struggle Sparks Epicutis

17:32 The Science of TSC

27:56 Building Trust with Clinicians & Aestheticians

48:58 Debunking Vitamin C & Retinol Myths

56:28 How TSC Works: The Deep Science

1:03:55 Product Philosophy & Skincare Routine Tips

1:08:39 The Future of Epicutis & Closing Thoughts

IMAGE Skincare is taking on “Ozempic face.” Founder Janna Ronert introduces VOL.U.LIFT, a new skincare innovation created to address the deflation, deep wrinkles, dehydration and loss of density that can accompany GLP-1 weight loss. She shares the personal story that inspired the product, how it works and why it can also benefit skin experiencing age- and menopause-related changes.

Janna also takes us inside the science and philosophy behind IMAGE Skincare—from professional peels and clinical formulas to advanced sunscreen technology and the iconic VITAL C collection. She reflects on building IMAGE from the ground up, working alongside her husband, Dr. Marc Ronert, and what 23 years of entrepreneurship have taught her about creating products professionals and consumers can trust.

Guest Janna Ronert  ⁨@jannaronert @imageskincare⁩ imageskincare.com

Glamlink | Your Link to Beauty

Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets

Learn more and shop the products featured in this episode at glamlink.net/journal

To Join the waitlist for access go to: https://forms.gle/EJemRNJ3nfdAzSqS6

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:12 Janna's Journey Into Skincare

05:47 Image's Signature Treatments

08:53 Hydration & Sun Protection

11:34 The Vital C Legacy

16:00 Science-Backed Formulas

19:26 Clinical vs. Drugstore Skincare

25:54 Solutions for Every Skin Type

30:57 Building a Simple Skincare Routine

33:56 GLP-1s and Accelerated Aging

36:18 Introducing Volu-Lift

44:42 Skincare for the Whole Family

47:50 Advice for Women in Business

51:07 Women Who Inspire Janna

55:32 Closing Thoughts

Recovery isn't just for athletes anymore. In this episode, we sit down with ⁠Reshape Body Bar⁠ founders ⁠Jackie Stryker⁠ and ⁠Jonathan Novak⁠ to talk about the growing world of recovery and wellness and the story behind their Las Vegas destination.

From cold plunge and lymphatic drainage to infrared sauna, hyperbaric oxygen, float therapy and full-spectrum light therapy, Jackie and Jonathan share how they're bringing different modalities together under one roof. Jackie also takes us inside her signature Stryker Method™, her personal journey into recovery and why education and community have become such an important part of Reshape.

Plus, Marie shares her first cold-plunge experience—and how one session took her from complete skeptic to calling Melanie afterward and saying, “I get it.”

Learn more at⁠ glamlink.net/journal⁠

Reshape Body Bar-Las Vegas, NV  ⁨⁠@ReshapeBodyBar⁩ ,⁠ ⁠reshapebodybar.com⁠

Hosted by Marie Matteucci ⁠@mmmbeautysecrets⁠

Powered by Glamlink

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:28 Facility Tour & Location

01:26 Meet the Investors

02:59 Cold Plunge Origins Story

05:22 The Power of Cold Plunge

09:34 Facility Services Overview

15:49 The Power Plate & Detox Process

20:20 High-End Facility & IV Therapy

28:38 Pricing & Membership Options

31:29 The Striker Method Explained

35:38 Jackie's Accident Story

43:14 Events & Community Culture

47:10 Fighting Inflammation

51:20 Getting Started

54:03 Closing Thoughts

What happens after plastic surgery can be just as important as the procedure itself.

Cindy Molina and Paige Smith, NP, of Luxe Serenity Aftercare to talk post-surgical recovery, specialized nursing care, surgeon-specific protocols and the luxury services designed to support patients throughout the healing process.

From private transportation and chef-prepared meals to lymphatic drainage, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and IV support, discover a different approach to recovery after plastic surgery.

Luxe Serenity | Bel Air, CA

luxeserenity.la

@luxeserenity.la

Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets

📖 Learn more at glamlink.net/journal

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:46 Meet Cindy & Paige

05:13 Arrival & Transportation

05:57 Location & Privacy

07:33 Medical Supplies & Protocols

09:13 Recovery Room Care

13:16 Private Chef & Nutrition

15:52 Packages & Extended Stays

17:03 Hyperbaric Chamber & Lymphatic Drainage

18:53 IV Therapy & Nursing Care

20:22 Physician Protocols & Documentation

22:55 The Luxury Experience

24:38 Discharge Education

26:39 Cindy's Inspiration

31:32 Choosing an Aftercare Facility

33:27 Patient Safety & Nurse Ratios

34:53 New Walk-In Services & Financing

36:54 Closing Thoughts

Artificial intelligence is changing the way aesthetic providers evaluate skin, build treatment plans and measure results.

We sat down with Lacey McKelvy, Coach of the Year at Aura Reality, to explore how AI-powered 3D facial imaging is helping medical spas, plastic surgeons and dermatology practices create more personalized, data-driven consultations. Lacey shares how advanced imaging technology can analyze skin concerns, measure facial proportions, monitor treatment progress and help providers educate patients with objective data.

We also cover why measurable results matter, how AI is improving patient confidence and compliance and the growing role technology plays in creating customized treatment plans that support better long-term outcomes.

Guest:Lacey McKelvy @aestheticshrink @aura.reality

Hosted by Marie Matteucci  ⁨@mmmbeautysecrets⁩ 

Powered by Glamlink

Continue learning at glamlink.net/journal

Follow The Beauty Vault Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts in skincare, aesthetics, wellness and beauty innovation.

Chapters:- 0:00 Introduction

0:44 Lacey's Journey from Fashion to Aesthetics

1:39 Discovering Aura Reality

2:52 What Is Aura Reality

5:36 The Science Behind the Device

8:20 Real Patient Results

11:00 National Territory & Sales Career

12:22 Award & Company Growth

14:17 AI and Personal Use of Aura

17:31 Closing & Where to Find Lacey

With more than 38 years in the skincare industry, celebrity esthetician and Renée Rouleau shares the expertise behind her 9 Skin Types system and the techniques she's developed through decades of hands-on experience. Trusted by celebrity clients including Sabrina Carpenter and Demi Lovato, Renée discusses healthy skin, hydration, ingredient selection and what it really takes to achieve long-term results.

Follow Renée Rouleau @reneerouleau. Shop her products at reneerouleau.com

Learn more at glamlink.net/journal Follow us at @theglamlinkedit.

Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets

Chapters:

0:14 Introduction

0:33 Meet Renée Rouleau

1:16 Her Career Journey

4:29 Starting Renée Rouleau Skincare

7:44 Skin Drink IV

10:53 Product Formulation Process

12:08 Celebrity Clients

14:06 Red Carpet Prep

15:03 Clearing Clogged Pores

17:33 Shopping Guide & Bestsellers

19:16 Anti-Bump Serum

23:06 Triple Berry Smoothing Peel

25:42 The Nine Skin Types

30:28 Where to Find Renée

32:38 Closing

Amy Lowchyj and Alicia Fowler, founders of Beau Monde Luxury Salon Suites, share the vision behind their boutique concept designed for independent beauty professionals. From concierge services and personalized suite features to built-in technology, luxury amenities, and a community-first approach, they discuss what was missing from traditional salon suites and how Beau Monde is raising the standard for today's beauty industry.

Guest: Beau Monde Luxury Salon Suites @beau_monde_lv,

beaumondeluxurysalonsuites.com

Hosted by Marie Matteucci  ⁨@mmmbeautysecrets⁩ 

Powered by Glamlink

Learn more at glamlink.net/journal

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:56 What Are Salon Suites?

04:28 Beau Monde's Standout Features

07:00 Building a Community

09:38 Location & Accessibility

17:12 The Beau Monde Concierge App

23:41 Giving Back to the Community

27:31 Where to Find Beau Monde