“I have worked with so many women who, at one point in time, felt that their voice was not being heard—so instead, it was their skin that started to visibly shout. The body wanted to be heard in one way another,” says board-certified and mindbodygreen collective member dermatologist Keira Barr, M.D. “I cannot tell you how many times I have seen that experience where there is a connection between unmet needs and what is showing up on the surface.”  In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Barr about the brain-skin connection, how the nervous system influences our appearance, and how trauma can trigger skin concerns.  Show notes: -Follow our guest: @drkeirabarr -Learn more about her practice: https://drkeirabarr.com/  -Read more about the skin-brain connection and psychodermatology Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“I remember a manager of mine before I went out on my own, she was like ‘You’re never going to be successful because all your clients look so natural when they leave—it looks like you didn’t even do anything.’ I was just like, sorry, this is just what I do!” says celebrity colorist Jenna Perry, whose clients include Bella Hadid, Kendal Jenner, and Chloe Sevigny. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Perry about hair color trends, how to avoid damage when transitioning hair color, and how to go back to your natural hue.  Show notes: -Follow our guest: @JennaPerryHair and @jennaPerryHairStudio  -Learn more: https://www.jennaperryhair.com/  -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector, No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo, No. 7 Bonding Oil, Roz The Foundation Duo, iS Clinical, MAKE Beauty Subverse Plumping Peptide Serum, Sephora Sheet Masks, Byredo Technical Black Eyeliner, Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lipstick, Westman Atelier Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“[When I first started] I was just trying to fit into this mold. It was stressing me out, and one day my husband was like, ‘Dude, be yourself. You'll attract people who like who you are.’ And the minute I did that, I found my artistry more exciting to do,” says celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg, who works with the likes of Rashida Jones, Kristen Stewart, Elisabeth Moss, Kathryn Hahn, Lizzy Caplan, and Tracee Ellis Ross. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexndra Engler chats with Greenberg about the products she can’t live without.  Show notes: -Follow our guest: @jamiemakeup -Learn more about her brand: https://jamiemakeup.com/  -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Jamie Makeup Eye Schtick, The Blighlighter, The Bloss, Multeye Masks, B.F.M.R & refill, MAC 217 Blending Brush, Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer, Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Primer, CoverFX Blurring Primer, Thrive Causemetics Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara, Too Faced Born This Way Foundation, Essence Long Lasting Eye Pencil, Pür Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Powder Foundation, GXVE Feelin Cheeky, MAKEUP BY MARIO Soft Glow Highlighter, MAKEUP BY MARIO Soft Sculpt Shaping Stick, Tower 28 Beauty SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen Foundation, Live Tinted, Kosas Revealer Concealer, Make Beauty Skin Mimetic Concealer, BeautyCounter Statement Maker Satin Lipstick, W3ll People Superpowder Brightening Powder, Kimiko Super Fine Eyebrow Pencil Automatique, iS Clinical Cleansing Complex, Prequel Glycerin Gleanser, Aloisia Cleanser, Farmhouse Fresh Three Milk Ageless Moisturizer, Chuda Healing Hydrating Cream, Babe Original Essential Lash Serum, Shani Darden Skin Care Shani Darden by Déesse PRO LED Light Mask, Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, Sisley Paris The Radiance Brush, rhyme & reason Argan Oil Smooth Finishing Serum, Day Rate Beauty hair pins, Roz Hair Care, Fable & Mane Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“When balancing your hormones, focus on the day-to-day. This is what I tell people: Don’t worry too much about an occasional exposure to an [endocrine disruptor] that you can’t control,” says skin care expert and naturopathic doctor Trevor Cates, N.D. But what you can do is think about the things you do on a daily basis, from the products and practices. Those are the things that add up.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Cates about the skin microbiome, how to balance your hormones, and what products are doing more harm than good. Show notes: -Learn more about Trevor Cates, N.D. and The Spa Doctor -Read her book, Clean Skin From Within -Watch her docuseries Hormones, Health & Harmony -Research on the season’s effect on hormones -Research on sex hormones and skin -How stress impacts skin -Research on the skin microbiome  -Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Skin microbiome, pH of the skin, acid mantle, moisture barrier, skin barrier function, menstrual cycle and skin care, menopause and skin care, sleep and skin, stress and skin, gut microbiome, gut-skin connection, pre- pro- and postbiotics for skin, skin longevity, soil and our sleep, how to take a microbiome-friendly shower, toner, meditation, journaling. -Shop products mentioned in this episode: The Spa Doctor Cleanser Daily Essentials 4-Step Skin Care System Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“There is a very powerful industry voice that has taught us that if it hurts, if it tingles a ton, if it makes our skin red, then it must be working,” says Hillary Peterson, founder of True Botanicals, when talking about “anti-aging” products. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen’s beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Peterson chat about “the gift that is aging,” the skin barrier function, and why ingredient sourcing is so important for the health of the environment.  Show notes: -About Hillary Peterson & True Botanicals -Learn about Farmer’s Footprint -Check out Made Safe -Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Skin barrier function, moisture barrier, exfoliation, antioxidants for skin, how to naturally boost collagen production, collagen-boosting routines, what to eat for collagen, skin longevity, wild harvesting, face oils. -Shop products mentioned in this episode: True Botanicals Ginger Turmeric Cleansing Balm, Clear Nourishing Cleanser, Chebula Active Serum, Vitamin C Booster Powder, Clear Pure Radiance Oil, Renew Pure Radiance Oil Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“You can have healthy, clear, beautiful skin and it's not by using a ton of products,” says board-certified dermatologist Tiffany Clay, M.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & mindbodygreens beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Clay about all things body care—just in time for the warmer weather. A few of the hot topics discussed: hair removal (if you choose to do so), at-home lasers, ingrowns, and chest wrinkles.  Show notes: -Follow Tiffany Clay, M.D. -Research on how sun damage effects the skin  -Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Backne, exfoliation on the body, how often you should exfoliate, crepey skin, chest wrinkles, neck wrinkles, orange peel skin, sugaring, waxing, shaving, ingrowns, razor bumps, strawberry legs, gentle cleansers, AHAs & BHAs, retinol body lotion, itchy skin, glycolic acid, KP, how to moisturize skin, essential oils, tea tree oil, mineral sunscreens, retinol, beauty sleep.   -Shop products mentioned this episode: Glytone Exfoliating Body Wash, Keys Soulcare Mind Clearing Body Polish, Bush Balm Bermuda Body Scrub, Bush Balm Nourishing Body Wash, Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream, Bush Balm Bermuda Dark Spot Treatment Oil, Glytone Age-Defying C+ Advanced Antioixdant Serum, SkinFix Barrier + Triple Lipid Peptide Cream, Olay Regenerist Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Hair styling is such a personal experience—we’ve talked with users around the world and they express the confidence they get from styling their hair,” says Sandra Lup, the engineering manager of hair care at Dyson. “Some say they don’t even step outside the house without styling.” In this episode of mindbodygreen’s beauty podcast Clean Beauty School, host and beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Lup about global styling trends, how to better protect your hair from damage, and why styling hair is important for overall self-esteem. They also get into the Dyson hair tool collection, and how to use specific products—including the new straightener.  Show notes: -Follow Dyson -Learn more about hair fiber structure -Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: Hair damage, hair growth, frizz-control, hair types, type 4 hair, type 3 hair, type 2 hair.  -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, Dyson Airwrap Styler, Dyson Corrale Straightener   -Enjoy this episode sponsored by Dyson! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Beauty is about taking care of you,” says Brook Harvey Taylor, founder of Pacifica Beauty. In This episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen’s beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Harvey Taylor about the difference between cruelty-free and vegan, sustainable packaging, why the younger generation will lead us in the right direction, and why it’s vital to make sure clean beauty is available to anyone who wants to use it.  Show notes: -Follow Brook Harvey Taylor & Pacifica Beauty -Check out Pacifica Beauty products -Learn more about Conscious Beauty at Ulta Beauty™ -Read more about topics mentioned in this episode: vegan vs. cruelty free, slugging  -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Vegan Collagen Fluffy Lash Thickening & Lengthening Mascara -Beauty starts with making choices that align with your values, and Conscious Beauty at Ulta Beauty™ is here to guide the way. Visit ulta.com/conscious-beauty to re-inspire your beauty routine with products that benefit you and our world.​ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“It’s about passion, not perfection. If you you hold too high of a standard, people get turned off and think, Well I’m just one person,” says Mark Veeder, avid gardener, brand founder of sk*p beauty, and member of the Conscious Beauty at Ulta Beauty Advisory council. In this special episode about sustainability, we talk about packaging innovations, how ingredients play a role in the overall sustainability of a product, and why it’s so important to focus on small steps to reach the bigger goal. Show notes: -About Mark Veeder & sk*p beauty  -Learn more about Conscious Beauty at Ulta Beauty  -Read more about topics discussed in this episode: Skin microbiome, skin barrier function, honey benefits for skin, echinacea.   -Products mentioned in this episode: sk*p Hydrating Conditioner, sk*p Hydrating Shampoo, sk*p Face + Body Moisturizer, sk*p Face + Body Cleanser -Beauty starts with making choices that align with your values, and Conscious Beauty at Ulta Beauty™ is here to guide the way. Visit ulta.com/conscious-beauty to re-inspire your beauty routine with products that benefit you and our world.​ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“To care for the skin, you need to treat a person’s entire spectrum of needs,” says board-certified dermatologist Estee Williams, M.D. And nowhere is that more evident than when treating skin conditions and diseases, like rosacea. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Williams about the inflammatory skin disease, how to manage symptoms, and all the surprising foods that can cause flare-ups.    Show notes: -Follow Estee Williams, M.D. -National Rosacea Society  -General information on rosacea from the AAD -The new research on rosacea -Rosacea, mites, and the microbiome  -Surveys on rosacea triggers -Rosacea and self esteem  -Read more about topics discussed in this episode: Rosacea vs acne, mental health and skin, skin microbiome, skin barrier function, moisture barrier, sensitive skin, how to reduce redness, niacinamide, retinol, mineral sunscreens, zinc oxide, azelaic acid, hand creams, Manuka honey for skin    -Products mentioned in this episode: La Roche Posay Rosaliac AR Intense For Visible Redness, La Roche Posay Toleraine Double Repair Face Moisturizer, Paula’s Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster, Aveeno Moisturizing Facial Cleansing Bar, SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3, Vanicream Liquid Face Wash For Dry Sensitive Skin Take 25% off postbiotic body lotion with code BODYLOTIONPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“For me, beauty has always been the feeling of being cared for. Those early memories of beauty were like a warm hug from grandma after a long, luxurious bath. As I got older, it was about playing with these beautiful things and makeup," says Alex Chantecaille, VP at Chantecaille Beauté. “It’s that balance between cared and health, but also this joy.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen’s beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Alex Chantecaille about growing up surrounded by the French beauty ethos, developing effective skin care formulas, and why the beauty industry must prioritize conservation.   Show notes: -Shop Chantecaille & follow along   -The brand’s conservation efforts -Learn about plant stem cells  -Research on hexapeptides -Learn more about palm oil & conservation efforts -Learn more about responsibly sourced mica from the Responsible Mica Initiative -About Extremophile Endurance Technology  -Research on “stressed out” plants -Topics mentioned in this episode: Minimalist beauty, sensitive skin, rose water for skin, skin barrier function, stressed out beauty, extremophile endurance technology, palm oil, benefits of walking, building collagen in the skin.  -Products mentioned in this episode: Chantecaille Future Skin Foundation, Gold Recovery Mask, Gold Recovery Intense Concentrate P.M. Serum, Bio Lifting Mask+, Pure Rosewater, Rose de Mai Cleansing Balm, Bio Lifting Serum+, Lip Potion, Bébé Collection, Bébé Camellia and Lavender Balm Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Beauty is not frivolous — it is a vital part of well-being. So when you look at yourself and you look good, you feel better,” says board certified dermatologist Ava Shamban, M.D. In this episode of mindbodygreen’s beauty podcast Clean Beauty School, host and beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Shamban about in-office treatments, how you can rejuvenate your skin with lifestyle habits, and identifying (then enhancing!) your signature feature.  Show notes: -Follow Ava Shamban, M.D. & SkinFive -Try The Box by Dr. Ava -Read about the facial feedback hypothesis.  -More on exercise and skin and mitochondrial function  -Learn more about the Erbium YAG Laser, Clear & Brilliant Laser, Fraxel Laser, Softwave, Ultherapy, Botox  -Read more about the topics discussed in this episode: skin longevity, retinol, vitamin C, alpha-hydroxy acids, antioxidants for skin, eye creams, PRP, collagen, what to eat for your skin, beauty sleep, stress and skin, hyaluronic acid, sunscreen.  -Products recommended in this episode: AnteAGE® at Home Microneedling System, Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“When practicing beauty routines, ask yourself: Is this really for me? Or is it coming from a negative space in which you feel you need to ‘fix’ yourself?,” says psychologist Chloe Carmichael, Ph.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School,mbg beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Dr. Chloe about the beauty and mental health connection. Throughout the episode, the two discuss their own experiences with mental health and grooming, how beautifying rituals connect us, and how to spot when a beauty fixation is having a negative effect on your mood.     Show notes: -Follow Dr. Chloe -Read Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety   -Research on mental health and skin connection. -Studies on personal grooming and perception.  -Grooming habit as a sign of depression.  -Research on acne & confidence.  -A study on botox & depression, our ability to feel emotions, and experience empathy.  -Studies on beauty and professional impressions.  -Walks and well-being.  -Read more on topics discussed in this episode: Yoga, mindfulness, mental health & beauty connection, self care rituals.     -Products recommended in this episode: Weighted vest, Laura Mercier Tinted Sunscreen, eyelash curler, mascara.   Take 25% off daily detox+ with code DETOXPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“I remind folks that it’s okay to care about ourselves, about how we look, and about how we feel. Fundamentally, it’s very important. I think as a broader society, we’re coming to appreciate the mental and physical components of what it means to care for ourselves,” says board-certified dermatologist Anar Mikailov, M.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Mikailov about how the dermis changes with aging, how to deal with KP (or sometimes called “chicken skin”), and the lesser known signs of skin aging.  Show notes: -About Skintensive: https://www.skintensive.com/pages/about-us -About KPAway: https://kpaway.com/pages/about-us  -Read Fitzpatrick's Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology, Ninth Edition Take 15% off dry body oil with code BODYOILPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“They say that the eyes are the window to the soul. And I say that the smile is a window to the spirit. When you let out your joyful spirit and smile, people respond,” says biologic restorative dentist Gerry Curatola, D.D.S. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen’s beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Curatola about the oral microbiome, how your smile is key to how you look, and what we’re getting wrong about oral hygiene. Plus, we get into how proper breathing can affect your skin hydration—yes, really.  Show notes:  -Follow Dr. Gerry Curatola, D.D.S. and Rejuvenation Dentistry  -The Mouth-Body Connection by Curatola -Six Foot Tiger, Three Foot Mouth by Felix Liao, D.D.S.  -Learn more about Vivos -Research on the oral microbiome   -Read more about topics discussed in this episode: Full body microbiome, oral microbiome, nasal microbiome, breathing and skin, benefits of nasal breathing, mouth taping, natural teeth whitening, sulfate free toothpastes, vitamin C, coenzyme Q10, vitamin D3, vitamin E.  -Products mentioned in this episode: Revitin  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“A healthy skin routine is no different than a healthy lifestyle—they’re both meant to be practiced every day,” says celebrity esthetician and dermatological nurse Natalie Aguilar. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Aguilar about why it’s important to find your “skin care person,” what ingredients to use for what skin care issue, her favorite advice to give clients (hints: it’s about skin care snacks), and—of course—what she does on her own skin.  Show notes: -Follow Natalie Aguilar & N4 Skincare -Learn about eczema  -Read more about the topics discussed in this episode: types of acne, skin microbiome, pre-, pro-, postbiotics, how postbiotics work, how to stay hydrated, dry lips, hydrating the skin, vitamin C for skin, retinol, skin snacks, exfoliating, collagen, niacinamide, the skin barrier function, hair masks, LED lights, microcurrents, types of facials, the connection between mental health and skin, the best face washes, he best sunscreens, the best face creams.   -Products recommended in this episode: Biologique Recherche P50 PIGM 400, Biologique Recherche Lotion P50, Biologique Recherche Creme Dermo-RL, Le Prunier Plum Beauty Oil Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“There are so many beauty products to try, but ultimately you cannot avoid addressing your health,” says hair stylist, colorist, and trichologist Bridgette Hill, noting that the scalp and hair can be a key indicator for what’s happening internally. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Hill about hair loss, shampooing schedules, and why you need to check in with your scalp.  Show notes: -Follow Bridgette Hill & Root Cause Scalp Analysis   -Research on hair growth cycles -Studies on vitamin D and hair -Scalp conditions & hair growth  -Topics discussed in this episode: skin microbiome, hair loss, scalp inflammation, how to get healthy hair, vitamins and hair, Vitamin D, how often you should wash your hair, dry shampoo, silk pillow cases, co-wash, flakes, hair types, hyaluronic acid for hair, hair supplements, steam for the face.    -Products recommended in this episode: Dr. Barbara Sturm Skin Care Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Microcurrent is a very tiny electrical current that mimics your body’s own natural pulses. What that means is our brains use currents to communicate through our neurological pathways, where it’s constantly sending signals. What we're doing with this technology is mimicking those currents and delivering them to our facial muscles,” says biomedical engineer and holistic skin care expert Pooja Johari, M.S., founder of E7 Wellness, noting that this stimulates our muscles to act younger. “The thing is, the facial muscles can’t tell whether the signal is coming from the brain or this device.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler joins Johari on a deep dive into microcurrent technology—including red flags, what it actually feels like, and what to look for in skin care products.   Show notes: -Learn more about Pooja Johari, M.S. and E7 Wellness -Research on microcurrent for the skin -The role of ATP in the skin -Read more the topics discussed in this episode: microcurrent for skin, collagen in the skin, acne scars, glycerin, humectants in skin care, comedogenic & non-comedogenic ingredients, water-based serums, retinol, calming ingredients for sensitive skin, skin barrier functions, exfoliation routine, acupuncture benefits.  -Products recommended in this episode: MyoLift Q-T Device, Restore Conductive Gel.  Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“If you use them as tools for creativity, makeup, skincare, haircare, and wellness are all an act of love and self-care,” says beauty triple threat Tiffany Lee, who is a licensed esthetician, hair stylist, and makeup artist. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mbg beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Lee about her self-love journey, what she wants to teach her daughters about beauty, and why you should free yourself to have fun with makeup.  Show notes: -Follow Tiffany Lee -Literature on vitamin C for skin.  -A study on infrared masks and skin.  -Research on breathwork.  -Read more about topics discussed in this episode: Toner & essence, body work and beauty connection, supplements for skin, over exfoliation, sunscreen application, skin barrier function, best foundations, combination skin, how to hydrate your skin, no-makeup makeup, retinol, vitamin C supplements, vitamin C benefits for skin, infrared masks, how to boost collagen, facial massage, breathwork, apple cider vinegar, gut microbiome, hyperpigmentation, oil cleanser, double-cleanse, healthy aging serums, vitamin C serums, tinted moisturizer. -Products recommended in this episode: Living Proof Frizz collection. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“The more you realize that you are you, the more beautiful you become,” says Bobbi Brown, the iconic makeup artist, beauty industry vet, and founder of Jones Road. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mbg beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Brown about her game-changing career, how the industry has changed over the years, her well-being must haves—plus the question we all want answered: How do you catch the light with your makeup?  Show notes: -Follow Bobbi Brown & Jones Road -Topics discussed in this episode: dehydrated skin, how to hydrate your skin, hydrating foods, supplements for dry skin, hyaluronic acid, phytoceramides, benefits of yoga, breathwork, benefits of walking, drinking enough water, mindful eating, coconut oil for makeup remover, micellar water.     -Products recommended in this episode: Jones Road Miracle Cream, Miracle Balm, The Mascara, The Face Pencil, Hippie Stick, mbg beauty & gut collagen+, Augustinus Bader The Cream Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Beauty is about us being as wholly ourselves as we can be. And in order to do that, there's a degree of being connected internally and externally" says herbalist and founder of Supernatural Rachelle Robinett. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Robinett about how plants can fuel our beauty routines, why you're probably practicing herbalism in your daily life (and not even notice it!), and what ingredients to look for. Show notes: -Follow Rachelle Robinett & Supernatural Herbalism  -Research on herbs and skin -Research on herbs for hair -Adaptogens, the sympathetic nervous system & inflammation -American Herbalist Guild  -Read more about topics discussed on this episode: Gut-skin connection, adaptogens, turmeric for skin, teas for skin, beauty sleep, toners, rosewater for skin, aloe vera for skin, vitamin C serum, retinol, skin microbiome, how often to wash your hair, when to wash your face when working out, micellar water. -Products recommended in this episode: Origins Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Skin Relief Soothing Treatment Lotion, Rowse, Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Cleanser, Laneige Water Sleep Mask, Sunday Riley C.E.O. Vitamin C Brightening Rich Hydration Moisturizer, Ursa Major Essential Face Wipes, NARS Lipsticks in Funny Face, Heat Wave, Jungle Red Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“You should find rituals that make you love taking care of your skin,” says holistic esthetician and acne specialist Zaida Gordon, founder of the acne clinic SkintegrityLA. “In my own personal routine, I do everything I recommend to my patients.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mbg beauty director & host Alexandra Engler chats with Gordon about all things acne—including diet, common mistakes, her favorite ingredients to apply topically, and why you can never scrub away your blemishes.  Show notes: -Follow Zaida Gordon & SkintegrityLA -Research on hormonal acne -The dairy-acne connection -How inflammation influences sebum production  -Read more more about the topics discussed in this episode: Hormonal acne, stress acne, inflammatory acne, types of acne, diet-acne connection, skin barrier, double-cleanse, how to layer products, retinol, how often you should exfoliate, mineral sunscreens, vitamin C. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“I want to age with power,” says designer, author, and icon Norma Kamali. The wellness and beauty expert joins mbg beauty director Alexandra Engler in this episode of Clean Beauty School. In it, Engler and Kamali discuss how people can embrace their age, why she’s obsessed with olive oil, and why you’re most beautiful when you’re sweating. Plus, she even shares some dating advice—not bad for a beauty podcast.  Show notes: -Follow Norma Kamali -Check out her book I Am Invincible -Norma Kamali’s The Wellness Cafe, & skin care line  -Read more about topics mentioned in this: Keeping your skin hydrated, no-makeup makeup, olive oil for skin, Saturn’s return, sleep’s influence on skin, how to actually protect yourself from the sun. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

In this special episode of Clean Beauty School, mbg associate beauty editor Jamie Schneider joins me as special guest host to talk about our new personal care line, product recs, and our 2022 new years goals. A must listen! Show notes: -Check out Jamie’s work on mindbodygreen.  -Learn more about our postbiotic body lotion & hand cream. -Read about the ingredients in our body care collection: pre and postbiotics, shea butter, aloe vera, moringa seed oil, coconut oil, squalene, coenzyme Q10. -Read more about topics covered in the episode: skin microbiome, skin barrier function, how the barrier relates to your overall health, cream blush resurgence, guide to brightening skin, maskne, how to layer products,  -Products recommended in this episode: Youth To The People Superberry Dream Cleansing Balm, Tatcha’s cleansers, Peach & Lily Glass Skin Serum, Grown Alchemist Instant Smoothing Serum, Savor Beauty Caviar Eye Cream, Glow Recipe Plump Plump Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer, Tatcha Indigo Cream, Alpyn Beauty Wild Huckleberry 8-Acid Polishing Peel Mask, Indie Lee Brightening Cleanser, Mara Algae Enzyme Cleansing Oil, Hyper Skin Hyper Even Brightening Dark Spot Corrector, Beautycounter Counter+ All Bright C Serum, Indie Lee Brightening Cream, Pipette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50, Kosas Revealer Concealer, MD Solar Sciences, Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara, Tata Harper Cream Blush, Tower 28 Beach Please Lip + Cheek Cream Blush, Freck Beauty Cheekslime Lip + Cheek Tint, Tatcha Water Cream, Burt’s Bees Truly Glowing Gel Cream, Savor Beauty Truffle Face Cream, Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum Oil, JVN Nurture Deep Moisture Hair Mask Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Beauty is confidence. Beauty has to be internal. Otherwise the outside is going to just be a bandaid over how they feel,” says celebrity colorist and salon owner Abby Haliti. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Haliti about how to care for color at home, hair trends, and hair colorist green and red flags. Take 20% off glow from the inside out bundle+ with code BEAUTYPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Show notes: -Follow our guest: @abbyhaliti  -Check out her salon in NYC: https://www.abbyhaliti.com/ Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“People who run marathons, write novels, start companies, they put their leggings on one leg at a time just like everyone else—you are more capable than you think you are,” says wellness, health, and beauty journalist and expert Tatiana Boncompagni, the founder of the organic meal delivery service Eat Sunny. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mbg beauty director Alexandra Engler and Boncompagni discuss strategies to stay motivated, why you need a support system, and all her best beauty purchases. Show notes: -Follow Tatiana Boncompagni & Eat Sunny -Check out mindbodygreen’s health coaching courses -Research on the mediterranean diet  -The difference between collagen supplements, gelatin & bone broth -More information on topics discussed into today’s episode: The gut-skin connection, developing habits, the circadian rhythm, the body work and skin connection, hormonal acne, female pattern hair loss, acne-safe sunscreen, best natural eyeliners, natural highlighters, double-cleansing method, hyperpigmentation, retinol & Retin-A, sebum on the T-zone, the best hyaluronic acid serums.    -Products recommended in this episode: Michael Todd Charcoal Detox Deep Pore Cleanser, ACZONE, Elta MD Tinted UV Clear SPF 46, Tizo sunscreens, ISDIN Mineral Brush Facial Sunscreen SPF 50, Tarte Cheek Stain, Cle de Peau Concealer, SkinFix Resurface+ Exfoliating Peel Pads, Pause Collagen Boosting Moisturizer, DefenAge 24/7 Barrier Balance Anti-Aging Cream, Dr. Lara Devgan Hyaluroniac Serum. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“You cannot stop your skin from aging—but what about aging gracefully?” asks celebrity esthetician Aida Bicaj. “I am 57, and I cannot look 35—nor do I want to try to—but I can look 5 years younger, because I’ve been paying attention to my skin from an early age.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Bicaj about skin longevity, overrated treatments, and what she does to keep her skin looking so bright and vibrant. Plus, her all time favorite product.  Show notes: -Follow Aida Bicaj. -Research on epidermal turnover -Dairy and skin connection. -Read more about the topics: skin purging, pores, menopause’s affects on collagen, skin barrier function, exfoliation, toners, face masks, face creams, healthy aging serums, gut health, the gut-skin connection. -Products recommended in this episode: Biologique Recherche Lotion P50. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“We don’t need to over-complicate beauty. It can be something that we just do for fun," says global makeup artist and wellness influencer Alexandria Gilleo. In this episode of mindbodygreen's Clean Beauty School, beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Gilleo about how she preps skin for an effortless makeup application, easy holiday glam ideas, and not taking your beauty so seriously. Show notes: -Follow Alex & ZenDen -Research on genetics & lifestyle with aging.  -Democratizing longevity.  -Research on facial massage and guasha. -Studies on drinking olive oil & overall health.  -mbg recommendation roundups for products mentioned in this episode: Cream blush, creamy lipstick, concealers, tinted moisturizer, eyeliners, guasha stones, foundations, brow gel, mascara. -More in depth articles on topics briefly mentioned in this episode: how to stop under eyes from creasing, olive oil for skin, how to use a BeautyBlender, guasha & facial massage, ice rolling your face, rosehip seed oil, grapeseed oil, forehead wrinkles, RED light therapy.  -Products recommended: Glossier Cloud Paint, Wander On-The-Glow Blush & Illuminator, Ilia Multi-Stick Cheek & Lip, Ilia Limitless Lash Lengthening Mascara, IT Cosmetics CC Cream+, NuFace Microcurrent Device, Trilogy Face Oils, Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Face Oil, Pique Tea Matcha Green Tea Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

"When I turned 30, I started buying expensive creams and started getting facials. And I felt almost like I was giving up my power over my own skin care, and I had to have somebody to do something for me. I didn't like the feeling—and wanted to take the control back," says skin care expert Fumiko Takatsu, founder of the Face Yoga Method. In this episode of mindbodygreen's Clean Beauty School, beauty director & host Alexandra Engler chats with Takatsu about healthy aging, facial symmetry, and how yoga can impact the face. Plus, we walk through a few poses and exercises to do at home. Show notes: -Follow Fumiko Takatsu & Face Yoga Method -Read up on face yoga.  -Read about the connection between acne and self confidence. -How yoga affects skin quality.  -Yoga’s many full-body benefits.  -Read about body work & the skin.  -For more information on topics discussed in this episode: Acne, beginner’s yoga, facial massage, collagen supplements.  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“I’ve learned to take off that ‘hustler’ badge and instead value rest—it’s so important to listen to your body,” says actress, model, influencer, mom & founder of maed Denise Vasi. This true multi-hyphenate knows what it means to be busy, but she also knows how vital it is to care for yourself in meaningful ways. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Vasi about her skin care, makeup, nutrition, and self-care tips. Show notes: -Follow Denise Vasi & maed.  -The Clean Program -Research on how dairy affects the skin.  -Research on gluten & skin.  -Topics covered in this episode include: how food affects the skin, sweat & skin, SPF, intuitive skin care, guasha, LED lights, salicylic acid, tea tree oils, facial oils.  -Her go-to workout routines: P.volve, Peloton, dance cardio.  -Products recommended in this episode: mindbodygreen’s organic veggies+, Kosas Reveler Concealer, Saie Dew Balm, Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara.   Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“I always try to emphasize to my patients that most of this skin care stuff is optional—don’t feel like you have to do all of these things to meet whatever standards of beauty are out there. The ultimate goal is only for you to feel comfortable in your own skin,” says triple-board certified dermatologist Mamina Turegano, M.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Turegano about her skin care steps, how her mom informs her beauty routine, and finding a balance between mainstream and holistic skin care. Show notes: -Follow Mamina Turegano, M.D., on Instagram & TikTok.  -Research on the gut-skin connection.  -The connection between psoriasis and the Mediterranean diet.  -Read more about topics covered in this episode: Apple cider vinegar, skin microbiome, dry brushing, vitamin D, skin care supplements, SPF, essence, zinc oxide, lactic acid, glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid, cica cream, vitamin c, retinol, and eye concerns. -Her viral social media posts: banana peel face mask, onion skin tea, chi machine, and dry brushing. -Products recommended in this episode: Lumiere MD C Me Shine serum, SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic serum, Vichy LiftActive Vitamin C Brightening Serum, Elta MD Tinted Sunscreen, La Roche Posay Anthelios Mineral Tinted Sunscreen, Tatcha The Rice Polish, Philosophy Microdelivery Resurfacing Solution, UnderSkin Advanced Retinol Restorer,Augustine Bader The Cream, First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Skin Firming Cream, RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream, Dieux Forever Eye Mask, and SkinCeutical Discoloration Defence. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“[When you do facial and neck lymph massage work] that’s where you can access the vagus nerve, which brings our body into parasympathetic states. So when we do this, we're talking about beauty, sculpting, clearing, brightening, and having that glow—but we’re also affecting our entire body,” says holistic esthetician and mbg collective member Britta Plug. “It makes sense why these beauty rituals feel so good!” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mbg beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Plug about all things lymphatic drainage—from massage tips and movements to topicals.  Shown notes: -Follow Britta Plug -Listen to our dedicated guasha episode.  -Studies connecting breathwork and skin quality: How breathwork helps you enter a parasympathetic state, how it helps you deal with negative emotions, and how the Wim Hof method reduces inflammation.  -The Bean Protocol by Unique Hammond -Read more about topics discussed in this episode: lymphatic drainage massage, facial lymphatic work, breathwork, facial cupping, facial guasha, puffy eyes, facial oils for each skin type, the gut-skin connection, hormonal acne, oil cleansing.  -Plug’s product recommendations: Wildling’s Lumin Collection.  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“I think it's really important for women to say their age, to be proud of their age, and to think of their age as an accomplishment,” says model, actress, writer, and beauty icon Veronica Webb. “It should be celebrated rather than something to be apologized for or hidden.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Webb about her groundbreaking career, best skin care tips, how she raises her daughters to be confident, and feeling beautiful at any age. Show notes:  -Follow Veronica Webb -How to improve self-talk. -Read up on the ingredients & beauty topics covered in this episode: Manuka honey, coconut oil, DIY sugar scrubs, yogurt for skin.  -Follow her favorite wellness inspo: Tabitha Brown and Oz Garcia. -Webb’s regular workouts: 305 Fitness, Elektren, weighted hula hoop, Higher Dose -Brands recommend: Tatcha, DefenAge, Valmont   Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

"You have the power to pick what serves you, and what no longer serves you," says hair stylist & colorist Christin Brown—and that includes hair color, we might add. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen's beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Brown about transitioning to silver hair, how to color it (if you choose), product recommendations, plus why rosemary oil and adaptogens are some of her botanical go-tos. Show notes: -Follow Christin Brown. -How covid affected hair.  -Learn about rosemary and hair care.  -Foods & nutrients for hair growth & health.  -All about purple shampoos.  -Adaptogenic herbs for hair: Ashwagandha & shatavari. -Read about biotin and hair.  -Read up on gray hair: Growing out gray hair; disguising gray hair with highlights; plucking gray hair; root touch-ups; how to temporarily reverse gray hair.  -Products in this episode: Olaplex No. 4P Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

"Beautiful skin always starts with the gut," says Kellyann Petrucci, M.S., N.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Petrucci about the science behind the gut-skin connection, how inflammation harms the skin, and what you can eat for a glowing, youthful complexion. Show notes: -Follow Kellyann Petrucci, MS, ND. -Information on the gut microbiome. -Research on the gut-skin connection. -Learn about the skin microbiome. -Read about inflammation & collagen breakdown. -What oxidative stress does to the skin. -The link between sugar & collagen cross-linking.  -What to eat for glowing skin. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Anything that we do to improve the health of our skin helps improve our health on every single level,” says board certified holistic nutritionist Jennifer Hanway. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Hanway about how nutrition influences the skin, how to get enough protein, and her favorite superfoods.  Show notes: -Follow Jennifer Hanway: @jenniferhanway -Learn more about our guest: https://jenniferhanway.com/  Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Your beauty can grow, evolve, change, and take inspiration—but it’s got to come from you," says hairstylist Matt Newman, who has become one of TikTok's favorite hair experts and viral trend tester. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Newman about his best styling tips, finding your personal style, and easy hacks to get everything from more defined curls to better lift at the root. Show notes: -Follow Matt on TikTok and Instagram.  -Study on the reward response from compliments.  -mbg’s favorite purple shampoos.  -mbg’s favorite heat protectants.  -mbg’s sulfate-free shampoos.  -Read more about curl types—and take a quiz to identify yours. -More information on topics covered here: hair porosity, density, dry shampoo, heatless curls, how to use a diffuser, how to get more volume.    -Matt’s TikToks mentioned: Claw clips, getting more volume, heatless curls, his airdry hair care routine, diffuser tips. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“My skin care philosophy is about meeting the person where they are at that point in their life; What you can do as a 25-year-old and what you can do as a 30-year-old with a newborn are very different things,” says board certified dermatologist Kavita Mariwalla, M.D. “It’s not about if you theoretically should use a 10-step routine, because if you can only manage two-steps why are we talking about the other eight? It’s about being practical.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, beauty director & host Alexandra Engler talks with Mariwalla about the problems with overcomplicating our skin care routines, what you actually should be doing daily, and busting some social media beauty trends. Show notes: -Follow Kavita Mariwalla, M.D.  -A basic explainer on your skin care routine order.  -Research on microneedling’s effect on wrinkles, skin’s appearance, and in-tandem with other in office procedures.   -Learn about what we mean by “actives”. -Learn more about the ingredients mentioned in this episode: Retinol, zinc, vitamin c, resveratrol, glycolic acid, caffeine, green tea, aloe vera, lactic acid, manuka honey, micellar water.    -Products recommended in this episode: Vichy LiftActiv Peptide-C Anti-Aging Ampoule Serum, IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Dullness Vitamin C Serum, Skinfix Resurface+ AHA Renewing Body Cream, Summer Friday’s Cloud Dew Gel Cream Moisturizer, Susanne Kaufmann Moisturizing Gel Line, Lumiere Line Smoothing Eye Cream, Wander Beauty Baggage Claim Eye Masks, The Ordinary Caffeine 5% ECGS Depuffing Eye Serum, It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Anti-Aging Concealer.  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“When our fascia and tissue is healthy, it is very resilient,” says fascia and lymph expert Shalini Bhat DC, IFMCP, CFMP, In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Bhat about the deep intricacies of our fascia, the ways in which it affects our skin, how to identify unhealthy fascia, and how to care for your own. A major bonus? They do a fascia and lymph-supporting facial massage tutorial. Show notes: -Follow Shalini Bhat. -Learn more about fascia.  -Foods to eat that can help you stay hydrated.  -Read up on the benefits of breathwork.  -Listen to the mindbodygreen podcast’s episode on clean water.  -Research about sleep & natural light.  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“If you had asked me 10 years ago, if I thought that I was healthy, I would have told you 100%. Now looking back, I know that I was very much not healthy. But that was when health and wellness was totally all about the way it made me look—and had nothing to do with how I felt,” says supermodel Emily DiDonato. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with DiDonato about her best skin care tips, what she eats to stay healthy, their mutual love of therapy, and DiDonato’s upcoming endeavors—including motherhood. Show notes: -Follow Emily. -Read about burnout and the pandemic as well as practicing micro-moments.  -Research showing that collagen makes it to the skin.  -Women who do pilates have better birthing experience.  -The vitamin C & collagen connection.  -Read up on squalane and vitamin E for hair.  -Emily’s product recommendations: Covey First Of All Cleanser, Next Up Vitamin C Serum, Last But Not Least Moisturizer, Pepette Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50, Oura Ring.  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

"You really just have to build a relationship with your hair and listen to it. Learn what your hair needs and give it to yourself," says curly hair expert Sunny, founder of the wellness and hair salon Lumiere Vive. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Sunny about bringing curls back to life, the problem with hot tools, how hormones affect your hair type, and her favorite products for damaged hair. Show notes:  -Check out Sunny and her salon Lumiere Vive. -How hormones affect curl & hair types.  -Read up on the causes of hair loss.  -How to make your hair grow faster.  -Using rice water for hair growth.  -Research on foods & nutrition for hair growth.  -Product recommendations: Mizani True Textures Moroccan Clay Steam Mask, Mizani 25 Miracle Leave-In Conditioner, Davines Oi Oil, Davines Oi Butter, Davines Solu Shampoo, Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse, Olaplex, Aphogee Two-Step Protein Treatment, Denman brush, Image skin care.  Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“Beauty seems surface level, but it’s something that once you start talking about you can get really deep on. If someone talks to me about a breakout on their skin, usually we end up talking about something that’s going on in their personal life. So it becomes this thing you can really build relationships around,” says Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli, host of the Naked Beauty Podcast. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director Alexandra Engler and DeVard chat about community building through beauty, how our relationships influence our sense of self, and the best word-of-mouth product recommendations. Show notes: -Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli’s Naked Beauty Podcast & Naked Beauty Planet. -How relationships can influence our self-esteem.  -Why people trust word-of-mouth recommendations.  -How to be an active listener.  -Products mentioned in this episode: Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen, Henry Rose Jake’s House, Kriegler No. 12, Odacite Hemp Seed + Seabuckthorn Omega Oil Face Cleanser, Korres Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cleanser, Ranavat Brightening Saffron Serum, Black Girl Sunscreen. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com

“Like your stomach is not just a tube, your skin is not just a covering. Just because your skin is literally placed superficially, doesn’t mean you can treat it superficially,” says mbg director of scientific affairs Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., R.D. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, she chats with mbg beauty director Alexandra Engler all about the vast world of beauty supplements, common myths, how dietary choices help the complexion, and why her own health journey makes her grateful for her skin.* Show notes: -Listen to Ferira on the mindbodygreen podcast & learn more about her beauty supplement pet peeves.  -Check out mindbodygreen’s collagen beauty & gut collagen+ and cellular beauty+.  -Astaxanthin dosage study.  -How vitamin C & E work together for collagen synthesis and cross-linking.  -Learn about CoQ10 and autophagy.  -Data on astaxanthin in fish.  -Learn about skin barrier function.  -Myth busting about collagen supplementation.  -Ingredients we discussed: Collagen peptides, vitamin C, vitamin E, biotin, turmeric, broccoli seed extract, L-glutamine, hyaluronic acid, astaxanthin, pomegranate whole fruit extract, ubiquinol coenzyme Q10, and phytoceramides.    Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com Don’t forget to use the code BEAUTYPOD to save 20% off your first month when you subscribe to our beauty bundle+. Visit mindbodygreen.com/glow to learn more. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

“Now I can finally walk past a mirror, stop, look at myself, and say, ‘I am enough. I am worth it.’ As women, that is sometimes the most difficult thing for us to be able to do. You have to repeat it and repeat it and repeat it until you finally believe it,” says teacher and TedX speaker McKenna Reitz, who has alopecia universalis. For Alopecia Awareness Month, Reitz joins mindbodygreen beauty director & host Alexandra Engler on today’s Clean Beauty School. In this episode, they talk about the emotional toll of hair loss, how to feel comfortable in your skin, and what’s on the horizon for those with the autoimmune condition.  Show notes: -Learn about alopecia.  -Our episode on hair loss. -The connection between alopecia and other disorders.  -Keeping track of hair shedding.  -How positive thoughts change brain plasticity.  -Learn about microblading your brows.  -Reitz’s beauty selects: Cardani Eyelash Glue, Ardell Wispies false eyelashes, John Renau wigs. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com  Don’t forget to use the code VEGGIESPOD to save 25% off your first month when you subscribe to organic veggies+. Visit mindbodygreen.com/veggiespod to learn more. 

“I feel like the beauty industry is failing society by not taking advantage of the opportunity to exhibit really strong leadership in this space. They should be leaders into a world where people can feel the best about themselves—not just for what they're putting on their skin, but the impact that they're making on the environment,” says eco-justice advocate and founder of Brown Girl Green Kristy Drutman. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & beauty director Alexandra Engler and Drutman discuss how to spot “greenwashing” in beauty, climate change’s impact on our bodies and skin—as well as how to build a more eco-friendly routine.   Show notes: -Drutman’s Brown Girl Green.  -Reports on beauty waste: Stats on cosmetic production & waste and recycling stats. -DIY makeup & beauty, including masks, mascara, lipstick, and remover. -IPCC report & how to turn eco anxiety into action.  -The impact of ultraviolet radiation becoming stronger & climate change-induced skin sensitivities.  -Some of Drutman’s beauty recs: TerraCycle Loop program, forest bathing, Amika hair care. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com

“The EU follows the precautionary principle, which means that they are not going to let a chemical onto the market until they have received a certain amount of data that it's safe. In the U.S. it's the reverse—so we have more of a philosophy that we assume something is safe until proven otherwise,” says Melanie Benesh, legislative attorney with the Environmental Working Group (EWG). In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & beauty director Alexandra Engler discusses the state of the union on cosmetic regulation with Benesh. They discuss what’s holding the FDA back in regulation, what’s being done at the state level (a la California), the major problem with PFAS, and—yes—why the EU is just so much better at this than us.  Show notes: -Learn about the Senate's Personal Care Product Safety Act and the House’s FDA Cosmetic Safety and Modernization Act.  -Check out regulatory bills and initiatives in California and Maryland.  -Read up on the most recent PFAS study.  -When to toss your non-stick pans.  -Visit the EWG’s Skin Deep database. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com

“That’s the beauty of Ayurveda, it’s intuitive. If I’m too hot, I’m going to take off my sweater. If I’m too cold, I’m going to put it back on. If I am sluggish, I should exercise and move my body. If I have a cold, I should eat or drink something warming,” says Ayurvedic expert Martha Soffer, who is an herbalist, chef, Panchakarma expert, master Ayurvedic Pulse diagnostician, and founder of Surya Spa. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, mindbodygreen beauty director and host Alexandra Engler chats with Soffer about the practice of Panchakarma, tips to help you sleep, and how she cares for her skin.  Show notes: -Follow Martha Soffer: @suryabymartha -Learn more about Surya Spa: https://suryawellness.com/  -Shop products mentioned in this episode: Surya Spa Balancing Face Oil, Balancing Collagen Cream, Body Oils, Bread Take 25% off vitamin C potency+ with code VITAMINCPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Follow the host: @alex_blair_ Call in: sayhi.chat/cleanbeautyschool Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com 

“What actually makes you most beautiful is embracing what feels good. I find that the more work you have to put into trying to be something, it sucks the joy out of what it is that you're doing,” says joy expert Erica Lasan. “Especially being a black woman, my journey to beauty has really been a journey to self-love and acceptance.” In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host & beauty director Alexandra Engler and Lasan discuss pulling yourself out of the comparison spiral, doing what feels right, and finding joy in your own skin.  Show notes: -Erica’s JOYrney To Purpose. -Erica’s work on mbg about vision boards, parenting, and finding more joy in daily life.  -Research on TV exposure and self esteem.  -The science of gratitude & motivation, and how to create skin gratitude practice. Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com

“Eating clean really guides my whole self for the day, for the week, for the month. It’s the thing that really runs my life. Eating is really the primary source of energy, skin clarity, and feeling good in my body and self,” says supermodel and Sports Illustrated cover star Kate Bock. In this episode of Clean Beauty School, host and mindbodygreen’s beauty director Alexandra Engler chats with Bock about her favorite foods, how she hydrates her dry skin, and what she does when she’s stressed out.  Show notes -Listen to Kevin Love’s episode on the mindbodygreen podcast.  -Research connecting water intake and dermal thickness.  -Why you should verbalize your stress & anxiety.  -Studies on bedtime & quality of sleep: irregular sleeping habits, timing’s effect on emotions. -Resources to improve your sleep hygiene.  -Bock’s favorites: Abby’s Better Butter, Bite Beauty Agave Lip Balm, RMS Buriti Cream Bronzer, Kosas, Supergoop sunscreen, Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask, Fresh lip balms, Merit Beauty, Act+Acre Shampoo and Conditioner, tenoverten Hand Repair Kit, Ora Acupuncturist, Aura Ring, Pompette Hard Sparkling Water.

“There are some rituals that are universal to the human experience. Many of these fall in the intersection of where beauty rituals meet spirituality: In these we're purifying our spirits, but we're also cleansing our skins,” says healer Deborah Hanekamp, (or, Mama Medicine). In this episode of mindbodygreen's beauty podcast Clean Beauty School, host and beauty director Alexandra Engler discusses the profound intersection of spirituality and beauty. In the episode they discuss, healing rituals, ancient traditions, and mindfulness tips—plus a few of Hanekamp's favorite skin care herbs and oils. Show notes: -Notes on the big business of self care and the future. -Read up on ayahuasca and the colonization of the ritual.  -Research on the skin-healing properties of clover.  -Studies on foot baths in sleep, energy levels, stress, and cortisol levels.  -Check out Hanekamp’s Skin Secrets  -Hanekamp’s beauty selects: May Lindstrom The Pendulum Potion, Max And Me I Am The Light Oil, Supernal Cosmic Glow Face Oil Comments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com Sponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com