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

Kay Durairaj, MD, FACS @beautybydrkay
Peptides
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Gut Microbiome
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The hot new location for all your beauty needs. Learn how to stay beautiful on the inside and out with advice from Kay Durairaj, MD, a top plastic surgeon from Los Angeles, California. This podcast will feature the inside scoop on trends in plastic surgery, botox, fillers, beauty, and wellness. Guest stars will include influencers, entrepreneurs, and other top plastic surgeons across the country. ... more

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Recent Guests

Frederick Beddingfield III
MD, PhD, FAAD; CEO of Rubedo Life Sciences; former CMO at Allergan
Rubedo Life Sciences
Episode: 862: Reversing Cellular Senescence: GPX4, Ferroptosis, and Adaptive Senotherapeutics with Dr. Frederick Beddingfield
Koji Tanabe
Founder and CEO of iPeace, stem cell researcher with Kyoto University background
iPeace
Episode: 860: Dr. Koji Tanabe on Reprogramming Aging: iPSCs, Longevity, and Cellular Rejuvenation
Dr. Jolene Brighten
Board-certified naturopath, endocrinologist, nutrition scientist, and menopause specialist
Dr. Jolene Brighten Show
Episode: 858: Why ADHD Feels Different for Women: Hormones & the Brain with Dr. Jolene Brighten
Mark Tager
Integrative Aesthetics educator, author, health care communicator
Vagal Nerve Society; ChangeWell
Episode: 856: Integrative Aesthetics: The Vagus Nerve, Glycated Collagen, and the Gut-Skin Axis with Dr. Mark Tager
Dr. Jocelyn Strand
Vice President of Clinical Education and Research, BWH Labs; naturopathic physician with expertise in microbiome and botanical therapeutics
BWH Labs
Episode: 854: The Secret to Skin Resilience: Wound Healing, Sunburns, and Beta Glucan
Dr. Felice Chen
Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with neuroscience background
Moonbow; Felice Acupuncture (LA)
Episode: 852: Facial Mapping, Vagus Nerve Hacks, and Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Felice Chen
Rachel Swanson
Registered dietitian, clinical nutrition expert
Episode: 850: Fertility 2.0: Insulin Resistance, Microbiome Hacks, and PMOS with Rachel Swanson
Jessica Shepherd
Board-certified gynecologist and women's health expert; Chief Medical Officer at Hims & Hers
Hims & Hers; Sanctum Med Wellness
Episode: 848: Hacking Menopause: Microdosing GLP-1s, Creatine, and the Truth About Estrogen
Annie Robertson Hockey
President of Skytail Group, advisor and board member with extensive background in finance and entrepreneurship
Skytail Group
Episode: 846: Treat AI Like Your Newest Hire: Automating Workflows with Annie Hockey

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Dr. Kay Durairaj
Plastic surgeon based in Los Angeles; leads discussions on plastic surgery trends, skincare science, and practical beauty guidance.
Margo Graff
Co-host focusing on entrepreneurship, practice management, and practical industry insights within aesthetics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 692 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast, but caution with vibrating plates

    Dr. Kay’s podcast is wonderful. I always look forward to it. I was enthusiastic about possibly purchasing a vibrating plate after her most recent episode . However when I looked it up online, it is counter indicated for anybody with reactive thrombocytosis/high platelet count. That condition is not as rare as you would think. Mine was a result of a splenectomy during an abdominal tumor surgery resection

    many years ago So beware if you have any sort of hematologic condition.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Health phoenix
    United States3 months ago
  • Five star review

    I love this podcast. I listened to every single five minute Friday, along with many of her others. I have even emailed her questions, and she was quick to respond. I wish she lived in Houston so that I could see her more regularly and have her do her treatments on me! Highly recommend listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoFo123
    United States10 months ago
  • So informative!

    This podcast is my go-to for skincare education. I have learned so much and am always inspired by the content. Love the short 5 minute Fridays and how no annoying ads. Can’t wait to try Dr. Kay’s skincare line! If you’re not listening to this one, you’re missing out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qazxswezupoli
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast!

    As a physician myself, I started listening to Dr Kay’s podcast to learn about the most up to date cosmetic procedures but WOW!! She always presents the pathophysiology and science behind her recommendations and I truly appreciate that!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ymam222
    United Statesa year ago
  • A perfect respite from political podcasts!

    I stumbled upon Dr.Kay’s podcast, and have been hooked for a few years. She is full of sound advice for anyone seeking to look young & beautiful (everyone, right?)

    With her depth of expertise in everything from daily skin care to nutrition to plastic surgery, I always learn something new.

    Though I’ve never met her, I trust what she says. Her voice is warm, appealing and caring. Always a balm to listen to weekly blasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D mishkid1222
    United States2 years ago

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858: Why ADHD Feels Different for Women: Hormones & the Brain with Dr. Jolene Brighten
Q: Why does ADHD hit women harder as hormones change, particularly during perimenopause?
Hormonal transitions shift neurotransmitters, mitochondrial function, and immune activation; this brain-hormone-immune triad alters brain energy and regulation, leading to more pronounced ADHD symptoms and earlier perimenopausal experiences in many women.
858: Why ADHD Feels Different for Women: Hormones & the Brain with Dr. Jolene Brighten
Q: Can you start with basic definition of what is ADHD?
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized not by an inability to focus, but by an inability to regulate attention, with extreme executive dysfunction in the prefrontal cortex affecting emotional regulation, planning, and organization.
854: The Secret to Skin Resilience: Wound Healing, Sunburns, and Beta Glucan
Q: What are the practical skincare implications of beta-glucan for topical use and for after procedures like laser resurfacing or microneedling?
Topically, beta-glucan supports barrier integrity, hydration, and immune coordination, improving resilience and reducing recovery time after procedures. It can be used alongside ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and aloe, and has demonstrated potential in promoting wound healing and reducing post-procedure inflammation based on human studies and clinical anecdote.
854: The Secret to Skin Resilience: Wound Healing, Sunburns, and Beta Glucan
Q: So Dr. Strand, tell us all about beta-glucan, this ingredient that I think many in our industry have not heard much about.
Beta-glucan is a family of non-digestible polysaccharides that act as immune signals, primarily targeting the skin's innate immune system to improve barrier function, reduce inflammation, and speed repair. Its effectiveness depends on the molecular structure and receptor interactions, which can train the immune system for broader readiness beyond a single exposure.
844: The Year of the Mitochondria: Peptides, Gut Health, and Reversing the Aging Clock with Dr. Steven Murphy
Q: Which therapies or interventions show real promise for longevity beyond symptom relief?
The guest highlights mitochondrial-targeted peptides, GLP-1s for longevity-related benefits beyond weight loss, rapamycin in pulse regimens for aging, and emerging cellular programming/transcriptomics as future directions while warning about safety and regulation in new therapies.

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- This show blends practical skincare education with cosmetic medicine insights, featuring a mix of host-driven tutorials, short-form quick tips, and deep-dives with guests who are clinicians, researchers, and industry entrepreneurs. Topics commonly cover skin health, anti-aging procedures, nutrition and longevity, menopause and hormonal health, regenerative aesthetics, and business best practices for medical practices. Standout episodes often pair science-backed explanations with real-world applications, practical routines, and product recommendations, sometimes weaving in wellness technology and AI-driven practice management. The format ranges from concise five-minute Fridays to in-depth conversations, making complex topics accessible for... more

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