REWIND: Eye-Opening Solutions: Retinol, Botox, and Alternatives for Youthful Eyes

08/14/24 • 22 min

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Dr. Azi and Nurse Lacie tackle everything you need to know to maintain youthful looking eyes. They discuss the role of retinol in treating eye wrinkles, address concerns about Accutane and its impact on dry eyes, and explore alternatives to Accutane for those seeking different options. Learn about the potential irritation from whitening eye drops and effective treatments for irritated eye skin. Plus, discover how Botox can rejuvenate the under-eye area and find out the best solutions for crow’s feet. Tune in for expert advice on achieving and maintaining vibrant, healthy eyes.

Timeline of what was discussed:

(4:05) Are eye creams a scam?

(7:09) The number one cause of dry eyes

(10:51) What to do if you have an allergic reaction or rash around the eyes

(11:48) How to treat crows feet

(12:35) What is muscle recruitment?

(13:33) Treating the under eyes with Botox

(16:21) AviClear laser or Accutane? Which one is better?

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Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube, and on Tik Tok @skinbydrazi.

Shop skincare at https://azimdskincare.com/ and learn more about the practice at https://www.lajollalaserderm.com/

The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD

So nice we had to publish it twice!

Timeline of what was discussed:

(4:05) Are eye creams a scam?

(7:09) The number one cause of dry eyes

(10:51) What to do if you have an allergic reaction or rash around the eyes

(11:48) How to treat crows feet

(12:35) What is muscle recruitment?

(13:33) Treating the under eyes with Botox

(16:21) AviClear laser or Accutane? Which one is better?

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*Please note that codes in this episode have expired.

Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube, and on Tik Tok @skinbydrazi.

Shop skincare at https://azimdskincare.com/ and learn more about the practice at https://www.lajollalaserderm.com/

The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD

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Bridgerton, Botox, & DMs: A Dr. Mina Take Over

Dr. Mina takes over as co-host to share her top tips for dermatology school. Meanwhile, Dr. Azi gets introduced to the Bridgerton cast while guessing their age and learns of the hidden risks of microbacteria in tattoos. Discover the best sleeping positions for preventing wrinkles, the importance of Botox breaks, and the benefits of mesotherapy. Lastly, you'll get expert advice on skin treatments after extreme weight loss.

Timeline of what was discussed:

(2:00) Dr. Mina’s tips for Dermatology school

(5:38) Dr. Azi tries to guess the Bridgerton cast’s ages

(12:30) Microbacteria in tattoos: What to look out for

(16:40) The best position to sleep to prevent wrinkles

(24:30) Why Botox breaks are important

(27:45) Mesotherapy

(29:30) Skin treatments for those after extreme weight loss

(32:03) Dr. Mina answers her DMs

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Dr. Mina Amin is a Board Certified Dermatologist from Los Angeles. She graduated summa cum laude from UCLA and earned her medical degree from UC Riverside School of Medicine with high honors. Dr. Mina completed her dermatology training at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, where she served as chief resident and directed the resident cosmetic clinic. She is now an attending physician at Kaiser and a clinical professor in Brentwood and Glendora, CA. She is recognized for her contributions to dermatology with numerous publications and has a strong online presence.

Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube, and TikTok @skinbydrazi. Email [email protected].

Shop skincare at https://azimdskincare.com and learn more about the practice at https://www.lajollalaserderm.com/

The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD.

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REWIND: How to Get Glass Skin - Microneedling, Skincare, & More!

An episode so nice we had to publish it twice!

Nurse Lacie returns with Dr. Azi to explore the latest skincare trends and techniques, from achieving glassy skin to understanding buzzwords like buttery, dolphin, and milky skin. They cover the benefits of customized microneedling, PRP treatments, and why DIY skincare can be risky, though they offer safe DIY tips. Plus, learn about sculpting with Volux, compare PRP with radio frequency, and find out if at-home microneedling is safe.

Timeline of what was discussed:

(2:23) Customized microneedling for glassy skin

(6:19) What is buttery skin?

(7:10) What is dolphin skin?

(8:07) What is milky skin?

(8:57) Using Volux to sculpt the face

(9:57) Why DIY skincare is not a good idea

(12:19) Safe DIY skincare

(13:42) Achieving glassy skin with microneedling

(15:39) What is platelet rich plasma (PRP)?

(19:39) The difference between PRP and radio frequency

(24:03) Is at-home microneedling safe?

(31:38) Slay or Nay

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Share your skincare story with us here!

Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube, and TikTok @skinbydrazi. Email [email protected].

Shop skincare at https://azimdskincare.com and learn more about the practice at https://www.lajollalaserderm.com/

The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD.