Today I’m chatting with Heather Happy, not only a licensed esthetician but counted within the top 5% of Estheticians in the nation. She takes a science-based approach and makes skincare simple which is just one of the reasons I really loved speaking with her. Plus, she’s very honest so this is a BS-free zone which, as you know, is my happy place.

We cover everything from lasers to mature skin type myths, why medical-grade skincare matters to the most important ingredients to consider in your products, we also take a peek at Heather’s personal routine and the treatments she swears by.

This has to be one of the most informative and easy conversations I’ve had covering skincare. I can’t wait for you to hear it- so without further ado, here’s Heather!

• If you, like me, never thought lasers were for you, this could be fascinating.
• Heather shares why mature skin doesn’t equate to dry skin & cuts through other skincare myths while she’s at it
• Heather backs up medical-grade skincare and why it matters which is a hot topic these days
• We go into whether skincare actually works, her top product picks and ingredient call outs
• Heather shares her skincare routine and the top two nonnegotiable treatments she would still get done if she had to pay full price and didn’t have insider access

01:33- Understanding Skincare Myths and Misconceptions

06:04- Skin Type and Concerns

09:42- Hyaluronic Acid and Retinol

15:41- Effectiveness of Laser Treatments

19:12- Consultation and Treatment Options

22:25- Benefits of Laser Treatments

28:39- Importance of Education and Skincare Products

32:17- Skincare Products and Treatments

33:07- The Influence of Social Media on Beauty Standards

34:24- The Impact of Early Skincare Use on the Industry

37:38- Understanding the Effectiveness of Ingredients

38:41- The Controversy Surrounding Chemical Sunscreens

47:46- The Importance of Honest Reviews and Recommendations

52:12- The Role of Formulation and Science in Skincare

59:31- The Cellular Level Effects of Skincare Products

01:00:06- The Value of a Consistent Skincare Routine

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Today I’m chatting with Chris Hoepfner, military veteran, certified personal trainer with a master’s in Exercise Physiology and background in Kinesiology, Health & Physical Education.

He’s the GM and Head Coach at Franklin Strength & Wellness and he’s the person I called last October when I was freaking out about starting to strength train.

He’s had an undeniably positive impact on my life so I'm thrilled to have him on the pod and share his tips/energy with you.

If you’re nervous about stepping into a gym, or feel like you have no clue where to start even though you’ve been wanting to try for years…this episode is for you.

We cover:

03:08 Finding the Right Gym Environment for Beginners

06:31 The Benefits of Strength Training for Women

11:31 Dispelling the Fear of Bulking Up

15:25 The Importance of Simplicity in Training and Nutrition

23:34 The Long-Term Journey of Strength Training

33:15 Exploring Protein Sources

37:38 Determining Protein Intake

40:36 Protein's Impact on Muscle Growth and Recovery

46:00 The Journey of Strength Training

51:48 Choosing an Approach to Fitness

58:54 Surrounding Yourself with Good People

You can learn more about Chris & Franklin Strength & Wellness here.

Learn more about what I’m up to on TheStyleshaker here.

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Thanks for listening!

-Britt

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Today I get to share the conversation I had with Andrea Lefkovits, founder of Virginskin Beauty. We cover it all from how she went from educator to carrying on the legacy of her father-in-law, renowned a New York-based dermatologist, the skincare ingredients she’s excited about enter: polyglutamic acid, and advice she’d give to other female founders out there.

You can get 15% off for a limited time! Click here.(virginskinbeauty.com/britt)

Chapters:

03:20- Continuing the Legacy of Dr. Albert Lefkovitz

07:29- Skincare and Personal Experience

10:32- Key Ingredients in Virgin Skin Beauty Products

27:26- The Impact of Virgin Skin on Scars

31:24- Embracing Aging and Focusing on Healthy Skin

35:29- Andrea's Skincare Routine: Less is More

39:07- Where to Find Virgin Skin Beauty Products

You can learn more about Andrea & receive 15% off for a limited time at Virginskin Beauty here.

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-Britt

Today I’m chatting with Holly Perkins, women’s health expert, certified strength and conditioning specialist, author, the list goes on. Holly has over 30 years of experience in health, fitness and coaching. She has trained celebrities, professional athletes, has been named one of the top trainers to follow and now she’s here!

In this episode we cover:

• All the ways strength and muscle training differ for females, let alone females going through perimenopause
• Holly shares tips about how to get started if you’re intimidated and insider insights on steps you can take that will help you stick with a program
• The ridiculously life-changing benefits strength training has for anyone, hormonal and otherwise, but especially how this can support women through perimenopause and menopause
• Real talk about lifting and bulking up or adding muscle for women that I have yet to hear from other male trainers

And more!

Chapters:

• 03:02 The Importance of Strength Training for Women's Health
• 10:09 Choosing the Right Experts and Methodology for Strength Training
• 31:03 Dispelling the Myth of Bulking Up in Women
• 37:50 The Positive Effects of Strength Training on the Female Mind and Cognition
• 40:30 The Role of Strength Training in Perimenopause
• 49:18 Personalized Programming: The Key to Success
• 52:28 The Perimenopausal Opportunity: Redefining Habits for Healthy Aging

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You can learn more about Holly & access helpful resources here:

- Check out her podcast, the Holly Perkins Health Podcast

- Get some help starting out on HollyPerkins.com/offer

Thanks for listening!

Today I’m chatting with Maggie Spicer, founder of Source Beauty, about how to navigate the world of sustainability from understanding marketing claims to finally getting a simple approach to at-home recycling, we cover a lot in under an hour.

I’ve been trying to figure out sustainability as a consumer and creator for awhile now. To say that it's a complex issue would be an understatement which is why I'm so excited to share this episode.

Maggie, a sustainability/supply chain expert and trusted voice that has supported brands, retailers and other organizations for over a decade, has an incredible way of distilling this complicated topic down into easy tips that will take the guesswork out of trying to be more sustainable.

In this episode we talk about:

• How consumer demand for sustainable and socially responsible products is driving the need for brands to substantiate their sustainability claims and prioritize responsible business practices.

• The challenges of recycling beauty product packaging, including the impact of size, material, and design on recyclability
• The importance of certifications and the need for clear, authentic, and substantiated claims in the beauty industry to ensure transparency and build consumer trust

• The complexity of sustainability and the need for consumers to ask questions, seek information, and engage in informed decision-making

• What to look for from a brand to determine whether the sustainability claims they’re making are actually meaningful or just marketing
• What to ask a brand, literally almost a short script or prompt, to get the information you need before investing in their product
• And this is the big one, real talk about how to recycle makeup and skincare empties. Spoiler alert: just because you see ‘recyclable’ on a product page does NOT mean that container or component packaging can be tossed in your recycling bin. Maggie breaks down and simplifies how to approach it so we’re not “wishcycling”

If you’ve been overwhelmed in the past trying to figure out how to responsibly purchase and dispose of products, this one is for you.

🔗LINKS🔗

Learn more about what Maggie is up to here: https://www.sourcebeauty.co/

Other episodes to listen to:

🎧 The truth about 'clean' beauty & skincare with cosmetic chemist & founder of KKT Consultants, Krupa Koestline | ep. 47

🎧 Is a plastic-free routine possible? Ericka Rodriguez, Founder of Axiology Beauty shares her POV, tips & more | ep. 45

🎧 How your favorite products are created & the future of cosmetics with Holly Moore, Founder of The Ingredientist

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Thanks for listening!

💜, Britt

Today I’m chatting with Elle and Courtney, founders of a brand called Good Clean Wine, all about what 'clean wine' actually means, AND:

• The journey that these two female founders took to create wine we can feel good about drinking

• How they’ve navigated going against a traditional approach to winemaking
• Why the price of wine does not correlate to the quality of the wine all the time
• I discover what wine should actually taste like from a brilliant sommelier (hi Elle)
• Why getting as close to the grape as possible is so important when it comes to winemaking and how most of the time, that's simply not the case when it comes to wines we see on shelves
• The differences between stainless steel and oak barrels
• And more!

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PLUS, my listeners can receive a complimentary bottle of Synchronized Swimming rosé with any online order!

This is an "elevated rosé for people who think they don't like rosé, and it's perfect for summer."

Just add the bottle of Synchronized Swimming to your cart and then use code CLEAN at checkout.

LINKS:

Their website + where to shop:

https://goodclean.wine/

Find them on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/goodcleanwine/

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