The Beauty Breakdown: Counterfeit Botox & AI in Aesthetics

What’s actually worth your money in aesthetics right now… and what could seriously cost you everything? In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP—founder of DermFx Medical Spa—sits down with one of DermFx’s longest-standing nurses, Cathy Gillett. With over 40 years of combined aesthetic experience, they’re pulling back the curtain on what really works (and what doesn’t). They’re diving into the “secret sauce” for hair restoration—a powerful yet cost-conscious combination of laser-based treatments and exosomes that’s helping both men and women see real regrowth without breaking the bank. But it’s not all glow-ups… They also expose the dark side of the industry—from counterfeit Botox and fillers to the rise of dangerous DIY treatments circulating online. Think permanent blindness, infections, and results you can’t undo. Yes, it’s happening—and yes, you need to know about it. And because DermFx is always ahead of the curve, they break down how AI is transforming aesthetic treatments, including their experience with one of the newest and most advanced devices on the market—the Scarlet Pro. If you’ve ever wondered: What actually works for hair loss How to avoid aesthetic horror stories What the future of lasers and skin tightening looks like This episode is your insider guide. How to Find DermFx: Website: https://www.dermfx.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/dermfx or instagram.com/dermfxpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dermfx