Understanding the Gut Skin Connection and Healing From the Inside Out ft. Maggie Berghoff

In this inspiring episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Maggie Berghoff, a functional medicine expert and national best-selling author of Eat to Treat: Your Three-Step Plan to Reduce Inflammation, Detoxify Your Life, and Heal Your Body. Maggie shares her transformative journey from traditional nurse practitioner to functional medicine advocate, driven by her own health struggles with unexplained fatigue, bloating, and skin issues. Through functional medicine, she healed herself and now helps others do the same.

Discover How the Skin Gut Connection is Transforming Eczema Treatment with Dr Barbara Paldus

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta welcomes Dr. Barbara Paldus, founder of Codex Labs, to explore breakthrough insights into eczema treatment. Dr. Paldus delves into the science behind the skin-gut-brain microbiome axis and explains how addressing both internal and external factors can revolutionize eczema care. Drawing on her recent TED Talk, she reveals that supporting gut health, reducing systemic inflammation, and restoring a balanced skin barrier can yield up to three times the benefits of traditional topical treatments.

The Connection Between Lifestyle, Inflammation, and Your Skin with Dr. Mamina Turegano

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta is joined by Dr. Mamina Turegano—triple board-certified in dermatology, dermatopathology, and internal medicine—for a conversation that blends science with soul. Known for her integrative approach to skin health, Dr. Mamina shares how her Japanese heritage, her mother’s traditional remedies, and her clinical training have shaped her philosophy of care. The episode explores how modern dermatology can benefit from incorporating Eastern wisdom, with a focus on treating the root cause of skin conditions—not just the symptoms.

From Bleach Baths to Breakthrough Cleansers with Dr. Azam Anwar of CLn SkinCare

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Dr. Azam Anwar, an interventional cardiologist turned skincare innovator, to discuss the groundbreaking origins of CLn SkinCare. What started as a personal battle with a stubborn skin infection transformed into a science-backed skincare line redefining how we approach skin health. Dr. Anwar shares how his background in cardiology and wound healing research led to the development of CLn’s sodium hypochlorite-based formulas, designed to target inflammation, microbial overgrowth, and sensitive skin conditions.

The Science of Anti-inflammatory Aging With AveSeena Skincare founder Dr. Ebru

Dr. Ebru is an esteemed immunologist and leading expert in inflammatory science behind skincare with 15 years of experience in the skincare industry. Dr. Ebru is widely recognized for her groundbreaking work on sex hormones and inflammation, as well as her dedication to developing scientifically researched skincare products that visibly protect the skin from inflammation and aging to help prevent future surgical interventions.

The Science Behind Inflammation and Aging With Deinde and Debut CEO Joshua Britton

Inflammation isn't just about redness and irritation—it’s a driving force behind premature aging. In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Ekta sits down with Joshua Britton, CEO of Deinde, to explore how inflammation accelerates skin aging and how cutting-edge biotechnology is changing the skincare game.

Skin Inflammation: A Beginner’s Guide To Understanding Inflammation And The Role Of Skincare With Dr. Ebru

Unlock the mysteries of your skin's defense system with the insightful Dr. Ebru, who graces our podcast with her profound knowledge on inflammation and skin health. She navigates the often misunderstood waters of acute inflammation and inflammaging, providing clarity on their roles and repercussions for our skin’s wellbeing. As we peel back the layers of our body's natural responses, Dr. Ebru illuminates the delicate balance needed to maintain skin homeostasis, casting light on the crucial interplay between barrier function, immune responses, and environmental factors.

Beyond Topicals: The Science of Skin Longevity ft. JUNG+ founder Simon Sakhai

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta is joined by Simon Sakhai, founder of Jung+ Longevity, to explore a revolutionary approach to skin health. Departing from traditional anti-aging promises, Simon dives into the science of longevity and how understanding biological aging can reshape the way we care for our skin. Simon’s journey began in sleep science but quickly evolved after learning about the “hallmarks of aging,” the core biological mechanisms driving age-related decline. These hallmarks—such as chronic inflammation, senescent cells, and NAD decline—have profound implications for skin health, influencing everything from wrinkles to systemic aging.

RE: “Fixing Your Gut’s Microbiome Will Fix Your Skin”

𝗚𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵⁣⁣The microbiome is composed of much more than just bacteria. We must first realize that by improving our gut health, we are allowing our body to thrive in an optimized set of nutrients which are absorbed through our gut, thus benefitting EVERY organ, not just our skin. For now the focus should be inflammation above else because this truly is the foundation of studying the microbiome and is where we will find real answers about our gut-skin axis.⁣⁣⁣

Dr. Ben Van Handel, PhD - Stem Cell Biologist and Co-Founder of HERAUXSKIN

Drs. Ben Van Handel PhD and Amir Nobakht MD, MBA met in the stem cell biology labs at USC. Their orthopedic research was focused on reducing inflammaging and increasing the functionality of stem cells in our joints, thereby re-growing cartilage. This mission led them to develop HX-1, a molecule that shields stem cells from stressors that fuel the aging process. Once they realized these same technologies could apply to the skin, Heraux was born.

Research Spotlight: Inflammaging is the Future of Skincare and Longevity with Dr Ekta Yadav

In this special episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav celebrates a milestone moment—her latest mini review, Inflammation and Aging: The Skin Inflammasome in the Context of Longevity Science, has been published in the Journal of Cellular Immunology. This episode offers listeners a deep but accessible dive into the mechanisms that link chronic inflammation, skin health, and the biology of aging.

Ivan Galanin, founder of Adipeau

Ivan received his scientific training in inflammation research at sanofi. Before he started Adipeau, he founded two successful companies. Plexcera Therapeutics developed a treatment for a rare pediatric genetic disease (Farber Disease). When Ivan started Plexcera, there was only one living patient with Farber. He sold the company to a large public biotech company. After Plexcera, he started MyPersonalTherapeutics, which identified patient-specific drug combinations for colon cancer. The company built genetically complex fruit fly avatars representing individual human cancers and conducted massive clinical studies in the fruit flies.

From Stage to Stardom Learn How Stacy Jones Turns Brand Partnerships into Gold

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta sits down with Stacy Jones, founder and CEO of Hollywood Branded, to uncover the secrets behind creating authentic brand partnerships with celebrities and influencers. Stacy shares her inspiring journey from theater production to becoming a trailblazer in Hollywood marketing, offering invaluable insights into building resilient businesses and thriving through industry challenges.

Melissa Sansone, Vice President of SEEN Group

Melissa Sansone is currently the Vice President of SEEN Group, a communications agency with offices in NY and London with a deep-rooted specialism in beauty, rostering clients such as Byredo, Tatcha, Westman Atelier, Shen Beauty, CND, Pai Skincare, Frank Body, Klorane, Avene and Omorovicza to name a few. As a dedicated and passionate public relations professional, Melissa’s multi-faceted expertise includes client strategy and service, influencer marketing, media relations, event execution, consumer behavior, international distribution, product development and brand partnerships.

Why Authenticity is the Key to Influencer Marketing Success in Beauty with CreatorIQ

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta sits down with Conor Begley, Chief Strategy Officer of CreatorIQ, to explore how the creator economy is transforming beauty and adjacent industries. With years of experience co-founding Tribe Dynamics and now leading CreatorIQ’s strategic efforts, Conor breaks down the critical role influencers play in driving brand success, product development, and marketing innovation.

Exclusive Look Into Point of View Beauty with Mikayla Nogueira

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, host Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with beauty trailblazer Mikayla Nogueira to dive into the creation of POV Beauty—a skincare line rooted in K-beauty principles, clinical testing, and Mikayla’s personal skin journey. From her small-town upbringing to building a brand from scratch, Mikayla opens up about what it really takes to go from content creator to founder.