Dangerous Peptides: The Dark Side of Unregulated and Life-Threatening Injectables
Are unregulated injectable peptides really the secret to a youthful "glow" and better body recovery, or a fast track to severe health issues? In this episode of The SkinDoctors Podcast, we break down the viral internet trend of injecting compounds like GHK-Cu (the glow peptide), BPC-157 (recovery peptide), and Melanotan (tanning peptides). We discuss the recent Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) warnings, the lack of human safety trials, and the very real risks of melanoma, copper breakouts, and…
Vaginal Cream on Your Face? The Menopause Skin Guide
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the skin changes commonly seen during menopause and perimenopause. We tackle viral social media claims about magnesium and progesterone, and answer listener questions about sudden skin sensitivity and eczema unmasking in your 40s. Plus, we discuss the viral trend of using vaginal estrogen cream under your eyes for fine lines—is it a brilliant anti-aging hack or a medical issue waiting to happen?. Finally, the doctors share their top product recommendations,…
Bone Smashing & Rib Contouring: The Looksmaxxing Trend
In this episode, our SkinDoctors react to the wild world of social media beauty trends. From viral "looksmaxxing" hacks - like jaw hammering and chewing hard gum to change facial bone structure - to extreme overseas cosmetic surgeries like rib contouring and medical tourism risks, we separate science from fiction. Plus, we dive into at-home tech truths (LED masks, sheet masks, infrared saunas) and host our inaugural Skin Doctor's Ranker! 00:00 - Intro: Social Media Craziness & Looksmaxxing Trends 01:45…