GlowLab with Susan Yara

It's my favorite time of the month — monthly favorites. These are the things I actually bought and used in August, across beauty, jewelry, fashion, home, and my kitchen. As always, a mix of splurges, everyday staples, and a couple of really good dupes.

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The supplement industry has exploded, and honestly, I feel overwhelmed sometimes — I even have a cabinet I call my "supplement graveyard." So I brought in Siff Haider, co-founder and CEO of the wellness brand Arrae (one of my favorites), to help us all shop smarter. We get into the red flags to watch for, the certifications that actually matter, the three supplements almost all of us can benefit from, why creatine isn't just for the gym bros, and the truth about GLP-1 "dupe" supplements and those viral weight-loss patches. I learned so much from this one and I hope yo...

Vanessa Lee is back! You loved her last episode so much that I had to bring her on again — and the timing was perfect, because she just got home from Seoul ready to share all the latest beauty trends and treatments. This time we're getting into everything she saw at Korea's top clinics: why doctors there are moving away from stacking 15 treatments in one day, the pharmacy culture that's about to blow up on your FYP, and the luxury hospital where she got a full-body health screening. We also talk about plasma exchange (it's like an oil change for yo...

My producer Anna has been wanting me to do this video for the longest time, and honestly, it's been a while since I've properly introduced myself — so here we go. I'm answering the internet's most Googled questions about me, and a lot of these are for the people who are new here and maybe don't know much about me yet.

I get into my ethnicity (I'm half Korean, half New Mexican) and how I went from covering crime in the South Bronx to becoming a beauty editor and starting my brands NATURIUM and PLAYA. I also share my...

I get bombarded with relationship advice on social media, but Sadia Khan is one of the few people whose take always stops me. So I'm so excited for her to join us on GlowLab to talk through the red flags most of us miss in dating — the ones I wish I'd understood earlier. We get into body count and what it actually signals, why loyalty works differently than we're told, age gap relationships, and the surprising reason "nice guys" so often get cheated on. This might be one of my favorite conversations on GlowLab so far and I hope yo...

We tend to focus on what we put on our skin and the treatments we do to our face and body, but what's happening on the inside is important too. That's why I'm so excited to have internist and longevity specialist Dr. Amanda Kahn on GlowLab! We discuss the difference between longevity and anti-aging, why the foundational stuff has to come before any of the flashy interventions, and how what's happening inside your body really does show up on the outside. We also went deep on GLP-1s, from the earliest versions to where things are headed next, and...

Monthly favorites are back by popular demand. Susan shares everything she's been loving lately across beauty, wellness, fashion, and lifestyle — including a peptide-driven skincare brand she's genuinely fascinated by, a mineral SPF makeup hybrid, PLAYA's Made in Miami bundle, the eye drops she fully switched to, a $10 Amazon brow gel, the GHD curling iron that won her over, jewelry and affordable fashion finds, and the creatine products that finally got her parents on board.

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If you've been in a long-term relationship, you've probably felt the sex slow down, and I brought in sexologist Natassia Miller to understand why. What surprised me most is how little of this is actually about sex. We got into the emotional disconnect, the mental load women carry, the resentment that builds, and how our phones quietly pull us apart. We also talked about responsive desire, why scheduling intimacy isn't as unsexy as it sounds, and how to stop treating touch like it always has to lead to sex. Whether you're newly dating like me or decades into a...

What is longevity dermatology? How are GLP-1s affecting the face? Does RF microneedling really cause facial fat loss? Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sheila Farhang joins GlowLab this week to break down the latest in skin longevity, explain the science behind today's most talked-about treatments, and separate fact from fiction. We also discuss melasma, facial fat loss, skin laxity, and how to make smarter decisions for healthier skin at every age.

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Plastic surgery is evolving faster than ever, and GLP-1 medications are one of the biggest reasons why. This week on GlowLab, NYC board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith breaks down the biggest trends shaping cosmetic surgery today—from fat transfer breast augmentation and "ballerina" breast augmentation to invisible tummy tucks, internal bra techniques, arm lifts after weight loss, the rise in male plastic surgery, molecular surgery, and how AI is changing the future of aesthetics. ✨ FOLLOW DR. DARREN SMITH

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Dry, red, irritated eyes aren't just annoying—they could be signs of dry eye disease. So for this episode of GlowLab, I brought in optometrist and dry eye specialist Dr. Inna Lazar to explain the most common causes of dry eyes, including screen time, hormones, allergies, contact lenses, and more. She also shares treatments that work, how to choose the right eye drops, and simple habits that can help improve your eye health.

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Everyone wants better skin, but what actually works? In this episode of GlowLab, I sit down with Candace Marino, also known as "The LA Facialist," to talk about the skincare habits, facial treatments, and anti-aging strategies that make the biggest difference. Candace shares her non-negotiable skincare routine, why she believes extractions are essential to a great facial, how to protect your skin barrier, and the biggest misconceptions people have about achieving healthy, glowing skin. FOLLOW CANDACE MARINO:

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My friends and I are always talking about gut health and bloating—what’s normal, what’s not, and why so many of us just feel off. That's why I was so excited to have Dr. Megan Rossi (aka "The Gut Health Doctor") on GlowLab to explain gut health. We talk about how gut health impacts your entire body (and skin!), how to stop bloating, dos and don't, and the simple things that really support your gut. I learned so much from Dr. Rossi and hope you do too! ✨ FOLLOW DR. MEGAN ROSSI

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How is social media changing the way we experience intimacy, attraction, and relationships? In this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, sex therapist Dr. Mindy DeSeta explains the modern challenges affecting our sex lives—from unrealistic expectations online to the communication mistakes that keep couples disconnected. We talk about how to express your desires without shame, build deeper intimacy, navigate changing attraction, and create healthier conversations around sex and relationships.

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Non-surgical skin tightening treatments are having a major moment right now, thanks in part to the rise of rapid weight loss from GLP-1 medications. That's why I brought in board-certified dermatologist Dr. Julie de le Cruz to talk about all the non-surgical treatment options to tighten skin, stimulate collagen, and address sagging skin. We discuss lasers, energy-based devices, and even injectables! If you're interested in skin tightening treatments, then you're going to love this episode! ✨ FOLLOW DR. JULIE DE LA CRUZ!

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I've been getting so many questions about peptide injections lately — so I brought in an expert to help me answer them. In this episode, Mercedes "Mimi" Deal, FNP-C and wellness expert, to break down everything you need to know about peptides. We're talking BPC-157, GHK-Cu, and more — what they actually do, what the science says, and what Mimi sees working with her clients in real life. If you've been curious about peptide therapy but don't know where to start, this is the episode for you!

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On this episode of GlowLab, I sat down with the one and only Dr. Miami to talk everything BBLs! If you've been curious about a Brazilian Butt Lift or are seriously considering one, this episode is for you. Dr. Miami is one of the most experienced BBL surgeons, and he gave us a thorough breakdown of what the procedure actually involves — safety, recovery, results and everything in between.

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In this episode of GlowLab, I sit down with board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Monica Kieu to dive into a procedure that's rapidly rising in popularity: facial fat grafting (fat transfer). Dr. Kieu breaks down exactly how fat is harvested from your own body, processed, and reinjected into the face to restore volume, smooth lines, and create a more youthful, natural result — without implants or fillers. We also discuss why the popularity of GLP-1 medication is driving the increase in fat grafting.

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It's time for another "Ask Me Anything" episode of GlowLab podcast! My producer Anna gathered all the questions you submitted on Instagram, and now I’m answering them all — from launching my new brand  @playabeauty  to my current go-to supplements, relationship updates, skincare treatments, and more. I hope you love this episode!

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Just in time for summer, I have celebrity tan artist and Dolce Vita founder Isabel Vita to share all her self-tanning and spray tanning tips with you. We get into the mistakes people make all the time, how to prep your skin properly, and the small things that make a big difference in how your tan develops and fades. Isabel also shares her story of how she became a celebrity tan artist and built her self-tanning brands Dolce Glow and Sunnee Baeskin.

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Topical estrogen and HRT are having a moment — and for good reason! There are so many benefits when it comes to our health AND our appearance. In this episode of GlowLab, Dr. Azin Shahryarinejad ("Dr. Shah") explains everything you want to know about topical estrogen, including the benefits and how to use it. We also get into why hormone replacement therapy got such a bad rap and how that's all turning around now. Whether you're 35 or 65, you're going to learn so much from this conversation!

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Vanessa Lee, medical aesthetic provider and founder of The Things We Do, is known for being on the forefront of Korean aesthetics—bringing emerging beauty treatments from Korea to the U.S. In this episode of GlowLab, we break down what’s trending in Korean beauty treatments, what’s actually worth it, and her top recommendations for real results. We also talk about Onda Pro (a fat-melting, skin-tightening treatment she was the first to bring to the US), her experience taking the Kardashians to Korea, and her honest take on threads. If you’re curious about Korean skincare and the futu...

If you've ever had questions about liposuction, this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara is for you! I sat down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Natalia Vidal to get the full breakdown on one of the most common, and most misunderstood, cosmetic procedures out there. We cover everything from the different types of lipo, how to know if you're a good candidate, what recovery looks like as well as risks and complications to be aware of and how to vet a board-certified surgeon. Dr. Vidal tells you everything you need to know in this episode!

Ever wondered how celebrities always seem to have clear, acne-free skin? On today’s episode of GlowLab, I’m joined by celebrity esthetician Renée Rouleau to break it all down. Renée works with celebrity clients like Sabrina Carpenter, Demi Lovato, Lili Reinhart, and Keke Palmer, to name a few, and her eponymous skincare line has become a go-to among celebrities. In this episode, she shares her best tips and tricks for treating blemishes, the 3-step at-home facial her clients swear by, why understanding your skin type is key, and so much more to help you get clearer, health...

If you've ever had questions about liposuction, this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara is for you! I sat down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Natalia Vidal to get the full breakdown on one of the most common, and most misunderstood, cosmetic procedures out there. We cover everything from the different types of lipo, how to know if you're a good candidate, what recovery looks like as well as risks and complications to be aware of and how to vet a board-certified surgeon. Dr. Vidal tells you everything you need to know in this episode!

Thinking about starting Botox — or not loving your results? In this episode of GlowLab, Delray Beach, FL aesthetic nurse Danielle Hatten breaks down everything you need to know before getting Botox (and similar neuromodulators like Xeomin, Daxxify, Jeuveau, Letybo and Dysport). From how to find the right injector to how to fix common Botox, watch/listen to this episode to learn the secret to good Botox results!

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On this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, we’re joined by Hannah Johnson, aka "The Libido Fairy," to talk about how to have better orgasms, improve your libido, and build a more connected sex life.

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It seems like EVERYONE is getting a blepharoplasty right now — but should you?

I brought in oculoplastic surgeon Dr. Sarah Avila to give us the full, unfiltered breakdown on upper & lower eyelid lifts and brow lifts. We're talking who's actually a good candidate, what surgery is really like, honest recovery timelines, costs, and everything you need to know. If you've ever Googled "do I need a blepharoplasty" — this episode is for you.

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What treatments and skincare products actually help erase scars and stretch marks? Celebrity esthetician Amy Peterson is back on GlowLab with Susan Yara to share everything you need to know about treating scars and stretch marks. Amy explains why scars and stretch marks form as well as which ingredients and procedures have real results (think microneedling, lasers, retinoids, and more). Whether you're dealing with acne scars, surgical scars, postpartum stretch marks, or growth-related stretch marks — this episode is packed with expert advice you can actually use.

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What is CO2 laser resurfacing? Can it help delay or even replace a facelift or blepharoplasty? In this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Julie de la Cruz breaks down everything you need to know about CO2 laser skin resurfacing — how it works, who’s a good candidate, what it treats (wrinkles, acne scars, crepey skin, sun damage), and what the downtime looks like. If you’re considering laser resurfacing or looking for non-surgical anti-aging options, then this episode is for you!

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It's time for another Ask Me Anything episode of GlowLab! On today's episode, my producer Anna joins me to ask YOUR questions. We talk about my recent tummy tuck and fat-transfer surgeries, my honest thoughts on peptide injections and starting cosmetic procedures, plus my go-to vitamin C serums. We’re also talking dating after divorce, confidence in your 30s, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way.

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As you may have seen on my social media, I had a tummy tuck a few months ago—and so many of you had questions. That’s why I invited my plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael Keyes, onto the podcast to break it all down: what actually happens during a tummy tuck, what to expect before and after surgery, and how to properly prepare if you’re considering one yourself.

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It’s no secret the sun is strong in Australia—and that’s exactly why Australians know a thing or two about sun protection and anti-aging. In today’s GlowLab episode, I’m joined by Australian dermatologist Dr. Cara McDonald to break down how sun damage shows up in the skin, which anti-aging treatments help reverse it (think hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and wrinkles), and why skin quality treatments like Profhilo are becoming so popular. We also cover the skincare basics that actually make a difference and put common sunscreen myths to the test with a fun game of sun protection...

It feels like everyone is suddenly turning against dermal fillers — from Juvéderm and Restylane to Belotero and beyond. But do fillers really deserve all the negative attention? On this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, Miami board-certified dermatologist Dr. Chloe Goldman spills the truth about fillers: why they get a bad rep, the different types (not just hyaluronic acid), and how to avoid common complications. If you’re curious about fillers — or just confused by all the drama online — this episode is for you!FOLLOW DR. CHLOE GOLDMAN:

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What beauty trends will be big in 2026? In this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, PR expert and beauty trend forecaster Cris Gordon breaks down what to expect in skincare, makeup, beauty marketing, and social media in 2026. Whether you’re a beauty lover, creator, or brand founder, I think you'll really learn a lot from this episode. Let me know what beauty trends you think we'll see in 2026 in the comments!

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What happens when you and your partner speak different love languages — is your relationship doomed, or can you actually learn to communicate better? In this episode, I sit down with licensed psychotherapist and couples therapist Dr. Lisa Arango to break down how love languages really work and how to use them to build stronger, more connected relationships.

We also explore the concept of fear languages, how they show up during conflict, and how they can affect communication even in the healthiest relationships. I learned so much from this conversation and think you will too. Share your love la...

On this week's episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, we have a special treat for you! We're going inside the operating room with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kelly Killeen to see a game-changing new breast augmentation technique in action: Preservé by Motiva. Dr. Killeen explains how Preservé offers faster recovery, better results, and less tissue disruption compared to traditional breast augmentation. We also dive into implant placement options (over or under the muscle & dual plane), Breast Implant Illness (BII), capsular contracture, and what patients need to know before choosing implants. If you're considering breast augmentation or just curious about br...

For this week's episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, I'm taking you inside the Naturium x Sephora Australia launch party in Sydney! I sat down with beauty expert and host Gemma Dimond, Elysha Sullivan (Sephora Australia & New Zealand’s Director of Merchandising), and dermatologist Dr. Leona Yip to talk all things skincare—ingredients, myths, and what really matters when building your routine. If you're interested in the science behind Naturium’s formulas and how Sephora decides what brands hit their shelves, then this video is for you!*Susan Yara is the founder of NATURIUM.FOLLOW:

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Dark spots, melasma, post-acne marks—hyperpigmentation shows up in so many ways. In this episode, Miami dermatologist Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd breaks down what really causes hyperpigmentation, why it’s so common in skin of color, and what actually works to treat and prevent it. She shares dermatologist-approved ingredients, the truth about popular treatments like lasers and peels, and how to build a skincare routine that keeps pigmentation from coming back.

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Are you guilty of doing too much—or not enough—in your skincare routine? In this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, esthetician and brand founder Jordan Samuel breaks down the most common skincare mistakes people make, what actually matters when it comes to cleansing and moisturizing, and how to simplify your routine without sacrificing results. Whether you’re a skincare beginner or a longtime enthusiast, this episode will help you understand the real basics of healthy, glowing skin.

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