Beauty Bytes with Dr. Kay: Secrets of a Plastic Surgeon™

Rashes, redness, and flare-ups- if you struggle with Rosacea, you’ll know exactly what we’re talking about. Other symptoms of Rosacea are characterized by visible blood vessels, pus-filled pink spots, and swelling. While most people who have this condition are genetically susceptible to it, there are various elements that may also play a part. Factors such as being exposed to UV radiation or extreme temperatures are a few examples. To help you manage these symptoms, I’ll be sharing 5 expert tips. Tune into this Five Min Friday to find out what they are!

Have you ever wondered if those expensive "stem cell" IVs are actually regenerating your body, or if they are just an overpriced, temporary anti-inflammatory boost? In this episode of Beauty Bytes, I am joined by Dr. Adeel Khan, a board-certified sports medicine physician and the CEO of Eterna Health, to expose the myths, marketing jargon, and hard truths of the regenerative medicine industry. I first heard Dr. Khan speak at the Anti-Aging World Congress in Japan, and his breakdown of what is actually happening at a cellular level completely shifted my perspective on longevity. We tackle the uncomfortable reality that the standard MSCs (Medicinal Signaling Cells) offered at most clinics aren't actually functioning as true stem cells—in fact, up to 99% of them get trapped in your lungs.

Chemical Peels, Hyperpigmentation, Spring Skincare Hacks - Join us in this week's Five Minute Friday where we talk about chemical peels, one of my favorite spring cleaning hacks for your skin! Chemical Peels have a variety of benefits. They can help diminish wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne, scarring, sunspots, and other conditions that leave your skin looking dull. In my practice, we offer a few different kinds of chemical peels to address your specific skin concerns, along with some take home kits as well! Tune in as we spill all of the secrets on chemical peels and find out how you can keep your skin looking bright, tight, and beautiful!

In this special crossover episode of Beauty Bytes, I sit down with the fabulous actress and host of the Emotional Support podcast, Alessandra Torresani. We recorded this right in my office, spilling the tea on what celebrities are actually doing to look flawless (spoiler: it's not just olive oil!). We pull back the curtain on the top aesthetic trends for 2026, including why the upper eyelid blepharoplasty combined with an endoscopic brow lift hidden in the hairline is Hollywood's best-kept secret for looking 10 years younger.  We also tackle the reality of the "Ozempic Face." As more people use GLP-1s for weight loss and anti-inflammatory benefits, I share my "mid-face miracle"—a technique using dilute collagen stimulators injected deep into the facial fat pads to keep the face supported while the body slims down. We also get very real and intimate about women's health. Alessandra shares her vulnerable journey with postpartum urinary incontinence and how Thermiva—a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment that feels like a hot stone massage—restored her confidence and pelvic floor function.  Finally, we discuss navigating beauty standards as mothers, the "Sephora kids" trend, and why we need to stop negative self-talk in front of our children.

On this week's Five Minute Friday, we are talking about transitioning your skincare routine to attune for the incoming spring season. During the winter months, our skin is typically very dry due to the cold weather. The harsh winds and lower temperatures irritate and dehydrate our face, requiring us to use more heavy moisturizers to retain moisture. However, as we switch to the nicer springtime months, we can begin incorporating new skincare techniques such as glycolic washes or dermaplaning to wipe away our dull, winter skin. Newer seasons, call for new skincare practices. Listen on to hear my tips and tricks for ensuring your spring beauty!