Skincare Essentials for Your 20s, 30s, and 40s with Celebrity Aesthetician Shani Darden
Derm ApprovedShow Notes
In this episode of Derm Approved, I sit down with celebrity aesthetician Shani Darden to discuss the essentials of skincare for every stage of life. Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond, we break down the must-haves to keep your skin healthy and glowing. From simple tweaks to transformative additions, this conversation is packed with expert advice. We also dive into the most overrated and underrated skincare ingredients, sharing what truly works versus what’s all hype—including what we really think about retinol. Tackling melasma? We also discuss the most effective treatment options, including topical solutions and professional interventions. For those curious about skincare tools, Shani shares her professional insight on the devices aestheticians swear by, highlighting which ones are worth your investment—and which to avoid. Whether you're new to skincare or a seasoned enthusiast, this episode is full of insider tips to help you achieve your best skin at every age. Don’t miss this candid and informative chat! Connect with me on social media @dr.sheila_derm and @dermapprovedpodcast. Follow Shani Darden on social media @shanidarden. This episode is sponsored by CND Nails. Head to CND.com to find the closest CND salon to you and try SHELLAC for yourself! This episode is sponsored by Ritual. Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/drsheila25. This episode is sponsored by RoC Skincare. Visit www.rocskincare.com for more information. This episode is sponsored by Solawave. Visit mysolawave.com and use code DRSHEILA at checkout for 25% off your first purchase. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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