Face It

What 47 years of facials actually teaches you about skin.In this episode of Face It, Bari sits down with Nerida Joy — a globally renowned esthetician with over 47 years of experience and 100,000 facials performed — to separate skincare fact from fiction, and explore what it really means to care for your skin long term.From the rise of adult acne to the dangers of at-home peels, Nerida brings decades of hands-on wisdom to a conversation that's equal parts eye-opening and refreshingly honest.This is skincare without the hype — just real knowledge from someone who helped shape the industry.We cover:- How skincare has changed over 47 years — and whether it's gotten better or just busier- Why so many people are dealing with compromised skin barriers right now- The real causes of adult acne (and why it's more common than ever)- How to tell the difference between hormonal acne and food-related acne- The biggest mistake people with acne make when trying to heal their skin- Why moisturizer is not the enemy for oily, acne-prone skin- The worst TikTok skincare trends Nerida has seen — and why some can cause permanent damage- Why red LED lights can actually make certain skin conditions worse- What celebrities' skin actually looks like behind the scenes- Why facelifts in your 20s are a growing trend — and the long-term consequences no one talks about- How massage and movement can transform your skin without a single device- What lifestyle factors (alcohol, smoking, stress) are quietly doing to your skin- What "holistic skincare" actually means — and what it doesn't- The Five Star Method and what's missing from esthetic training today- Nerida's biggest advice for aspiring estheticians just starting out- What Nerida hopes the future of skincare looks like

The real reason your skincare routine might not be working.In this episode of Face It, Bari sits down with Dr. Julian Sass — a cosmetic chemist and PhD known for breaking down skincare formulas online and reviewing hundreds of sunscreens — to separate what's actually effective from what's simply viral marketing.Julian translates ingredient lists into real-world outcomes so you can finally shop smarter, cut through the noise, and stop wasting money on products that don't deliver.This is an honest, no-fluff breakdown of skincare science — without the overwhelm.We cover:"Sass or Suss" — Julian reacts to the internet's most-hyped products in real timeWhat standout (and questionable) ingredients are actually doing to your skinWhether "more ingredients" actually means a better productWhat truly makes a formula bad for your skinHow to think about products that start with waterThe truth about fragrance on labels and what it really meansThe difference between "no fragrance" and "fragrance-free."Why "clean beauty" claims can still be misleading or irritatingHow to read an ingredient list without getting overwhelmedChemical vs. mineral SPF — the practical differences that actually matterWhy some sunscreens cause breakouts (and how to avoid them)Whether higher SPF always mattersThe truth about white cast, "clear/transparent" SPF claims, and combo productsThe best SPF options for deeper skin tones with minimal to no white castDrugstore vs. luxury skincare — is there actually a difference?Whether TikTok skincare hacks are helping or hurting most peopleJulian's closing advice for anyone trying to shop smarter

Everyone talks about clearing their skin. No one talks about how confusing the journey actually is.In this episode of Face It, licensed aesthetician and acne specialist Michael Razzano breaks down the truth about breakouts, acne scars, and the treatments people keep trying when they feel like nothing is working. We’re cutting through the noise around acne advice, from what actually causes breakouts to the habits that make the biggest difference to the tools and trends worth paying attention to.This is honest, expert-backed, and the kind of episode that makes acne feel a little less overwhelming.We cover:Why acne is never one-size-fits-allThe biggest misconceptions about breakoutsWhat actually helps when you’re dealing with active acneMicroneedling, LED masks, and hypochlorous acidWhen to start treating acne scarsHow diet, stress, sleep, and consistency impact your skinThe routine mistakes acne-prone skin should avoid.