DermFx: The Ultimate Podcast Experience
by Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP
Join Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and Founder of DermFx Medical Spa in Orange County, CA, as she dives into the world of beauty, business, and everything in between. From what it takes to be a girl boss to uncovering the latest aesthetic trends, Erin pulls back the curtain on the industry’s secrets. Expect candid conversations on TikTok nightmares and jaw-dropping truths you need to hear. Whether you’re a beauty insider or just curious, this podcast serves up unfiltered insight, laughs, and a behind-the-scenes look at what really goes down in aesthetics.
Episodes
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The Beauty Breakdown: Filler is the New "F Word"
Has filler become the new "F word" in aesthetics? In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx, sits down with Kristina Plant, RN from our Dana Point location, to discuss the growing stigma surrounding dermal fillers and the misconceptions behind the "overfilled" look. They explore…
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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,...
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The Beauty Breakdown: Skin Tightening After GLPs
Weight loss is amazing… but what about the skin left behind? 👀 In this episode of our “You Asked, We Answered!” mini-series, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP sits down with DermFx OG Cathy Gillette, RN to tackle one of the most common questions patients are asking right now: What actually works for…
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The Beauty Breakdown: Winter Skin Reset
Thinking about hitting the reset button on your skin this winter? You asked — and we’re answering. In this mini series The Beauty Breakdown, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP sits down with guest Kristina Plant, RN to break down the most effective in-office treatments for a true winter skin reset. From...
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Beyond the Treatment: Growing, Mentorship & the DermFx Difference
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP sits down with Kristina Plant, RN, Clinical Nurse Manager at DermFx Dana Point, for a deeply personal conversation about mentorship, resilience, and heart-led leadership. Kristina opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of…
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The Beauty Breakdown: Surgery Alternatives
In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx, sits down with aesthetic expert Nina Shu, BSN, RN to answer the question more and more people are asking: “What can I do without going under the knife?” From stubborn fat bulges to lifting, tightening, and contouring, Erin and Nina…
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The Beauty Breakdown: All Things Lasers!
Starring: Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP & Nina Shu, BSN, RN Most people visit DermFx for injectables… but so many don’t realize we also have over 30 different laser modalities tailored for every skin type, tone, and concern. In this episode, Erin and Nina shine a light on the world of lasers — from…
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The Beauty Breakdown - Filler Fear-Mongering
In this mini series- Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, and founder of DermFx Medical Spa sits down with Nina Shu, BSN, RN, to tackle a new trend: filler fear-mongering. From viral ultrasound videos claiming “migrated filler” to the horror stories that flood TikTok, Erin and Nina break down what’s fact…
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The Beauty Breakdown - Why Ozempic is Aging You
In this mini series of "You Asked, We Answered", Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx, sits down with DermFx provider Nina Shu, BSN, RN to tackle a relatable question submitted by a listener: “I’ve lost 15lbs on GLP and I’m thrilled with the results—but now I feel like I look older and I’m...
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Facelifts, Unfiltered: Hard Truths & Insider Secrets
Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP—owner of DermFx Medical Spas in Southern California—sits down with her bestie Amber Johnson, founder of Facial Lounge, for a cheeky dive into the ever-growing world of AI: which celebs look practically unrecognizable online, and is AI-generated content on platforms like...
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Rib Surgery & Celebrity Dysmorphia
In Episode 25, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP—founder of DermFx—sits down with Playboy cover model Annine Unger for a candid, no-filter chat. They unpack Kris Jenner’s “plastic surgeon reveal”: was it really the surgeon…or just clever PR? Annine also shares how exosomes, stem cells, and a drip IV had her...
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Biohacking Beauty: Exosomes, Stem Cells & AI
Former investment advisor turned Regen BioScience co-founder Tony K is back with Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP—founder of DermFx Medical Spa—to unpack the surge of regenerative medicine—and what it means for health, hair, and aesthetics. From exosomes and stem cells to cannabis’ role in recovery and...
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Aging Through The Decades
In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, sits down with Gemma Touchstone to talk about aging gracefully—through every decade of life. From teen skincare (Erin practically begs parents to tackle acne early, and she’s got the how-to) to the latest in longevity treatments, they cover it all. But it’s...
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Beauty Cults & Botox Illness
This week, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP sits down with the unstoppable Gemma Touchstone to expose the extremes of beauty culture. Together, they tackle the controversial anti-Botox movement and the viral chatter around “Botox Illness.” Is there any truth to these claims, or is it just another case of...
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Sex, Labiaplasty & Self Love
In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP sits down with renowned OB-GYN and cosmetic gynecology expert Dr. David Ghozland to blow the lid off the topics most women have been too polite to bring up. From hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to labiaplasty, vaginal rejuvenation, and reviving your sex...
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Playboy Secrets and Celebrity Surgeries
In this episode, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx, sits down with 4x international Playboy model and spa owner, Annine Unger. Get ready for an unfiltered conversation where nothing is off limits—Erin dives into what it really takes to be a Playboy model, and Annine spills major…
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Real vs Fake: Exposing Counterfeit Skin Care
Don’t get duped — this episode could save your skin (literally). Host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, teams up with Amber Johnson, founder of Facial Lounge, to expose the shady underworld of counterfeit skincare. Erin recently purchased what appeared to be SkinMedica’s TNS Advanced+ Serum for just $64 on...
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Taylor Armstrong: Come Back Queen
In this raw and unfiltered episode, reality TV icon Taylor Armstrong (RHOBH, RHOC) sits down with host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP to reveal the real story behind the glam. From the pressures of public beauty standards to the hidden traumas never shown on camera—Taylor opens up about surviving abuse...
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Biohacks, Stem Cells & Celebrity Secrets
In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx Medical Spa, sits down with Tony K—aka @theinsiderinvestor and Co-founder of Regen BioScience—for a wild ride through the cutting-edge (and sometimes controversial) world of regenerative health. From stem cells and exosomes to peptides,...
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The Rise of Tweakments: Why Looking Overdone is OVER
Host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx, is joined by Love Bomb author and beauty skeptic Gemma Touchstone to unpack the hottest trend in aesthetics: tweakments. Think subtle, strategic, and undetectable—because looking overdone is officially out. Erin shares why this approach has always...
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The Ozempic Scandal
In this episode of DermFx: The Ultimate Podcast Experience, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx, sits down with Gemma Touchstone, serial entrepreneur and author of Love Bomb. Gemma gets the inside scoop on how Erin transitioned from stitching up skin in dermatology to becoming a…
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The DARK side of FAKE products: Part II
In Part 2 of this eye-opening series, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx, is back with Amber from Facial Lounge—and things get even wilder. Erin shows Amber just how disgustingly easy it is to order counterfeit Botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid filler off the internet and inject…
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Menopause Uncensored- What They Don’t Want to Tell You
In this shamelessly honest episode, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and founder of DermFx Medical Spa is joined by Gemma Touchstone — serial entrepreneur, author of Love Bomb, and host of the Brand Bitch podcast. Together, they rip the silence off a topic too many women suffer through in secret:...
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The Anti-Aging Obsession: Has it Gone Too Far?
Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, and founder of DermFx, teams up with Amber Johnson of Facial Lounge to tackle the big question—are people terrified of aging? And has the obsession gone too far? They dive into the wild trend of "shedding"—where people pile on layers of masks, tape their faces, bask in LED...
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Aesthetic Nightmares: Parasites, Blindness & Botched Aftercare
In this episode, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, is joined by Amber Johnson of Facial Lounge to dive into some of the most shocking and heartbreaking stories in aesthetics. They start with the curious case of Brandi Glanville—the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star…
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2025 Beauty Trends EXPOSED
Are we villainizing aging as a society? Or are we just prioritizing skin health and ways to age gracefully? In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, sits down with her bestie Amber Johnson to spill the tea on which 2025 aesthetic trends need to die 2024 and which…
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Botched in Beverly Hills!
Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, and founder of DermFx Medical Spa, is joined by special guest Scott, who spills his jaw-dropping stories of cosmetic treatments gone wildly wrong in the plastic surgery hotspots of Beverly Hills and Newport Beach. From a procedure that landed him in the hospital to another...
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You Told Your Kid to Get What Done?!
In this laugh-out-loud episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, teams up with Amber Johnson from Facial Lounge to dive into the ultimate beauty industry debate: How young is too young for cosmetic treatments? Living in California, these beauty pros have seen everything—from...
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Groupon Scams That Can Make You Go BLIND
In this wild and eye-opening episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, teams up with Amber Johnson, the skincare guru behind Facial Lounge, to expose the terrifying truths about discount aesthetic treatments. From fillers and Botox to laser procedures, they uncover the real cost of chasing a deal on...
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When Plastic Surgery Goes Way Too Far
Host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx, teams up with Amber Johnson, founder of Facial Lounge, for a no-holds-barred discussion about the hairy (and not-so-hairy) truths we all think about but rarely talk about! Nothing’s off-limits in this beauty breakdown. From too much hair to not…
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Laser Horror Stories & The Truth Behind Botox Alternatives
This week, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, gets candid about the unexpected hazards of a career in aesthetics—because who knew years of injecting gallons of Botox could leave you with “injector hand”? She’s joined by Amber Johnson, founder of Facial Lounge, to deep dive into...
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From Philanthropy to Filler Fails: Beauty’s Best and Worst
In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, shares the story behind her true passion: philanthropy. Erin opens up about the foundation she started many years ago to support orphans and homeless children in Mexico and discusses the upcoming...
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Beauty Scams Uncovered: The Dark Side of Counterfeit Products
In this episode, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, is joined by Amber, owner of Facial Lounge, to reveal the shocking dangers of fake beauty products and treatments. From counterfeit Botox and sketchy makeup to fraudulent chemotherapy, they delve into real-life horror stories, including a woman who…
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Hey Moms! This is Your Sign to Prioritize Yourself!
Calling all moms juggling carpools, sports bags, and endless snack duty! This episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, is joined by her bestie, Marilyn Russell—a supermom of five boys and queen of the hockey rink! Together, they dive into the real struggle of finding balance amidst family chaos and share...
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Do Cats Get Pimples Too?
In this episode, we’re throwing it back to Botox in the 90’s and when people wanted to harvest fat from family members to use as fillers. We’ll also dive into some wild TikTok nightmares that will have you gasping and cringing. Get ready for a fun mix of beauty history, bizarre treatments, and...
About this show
Join Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP and Founder of DermFx Medical Spa in Orange County, CA, as she dives into the world of beauty, business, and everything in between. From what it takes to be a girl boss to uncovering the latest aesthetic trends, Erin pulls back the curtain on the industry’s secrets. Expect candid conversations on TikTok nightmares and jaw-dropping truths you need to hear. Whether you’re a beauty insider or just curious, this podcast serves up unfiltered insight, laughs, and a behind-the-scenes look at what really goes down in aesthetics.
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Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP
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