In this special episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with supermodel, actress, podcaster, and YSE Beauty founder Molly Sims for an intimate conversation on how beauty evolves, how confidence is built, and how skincare becomes smarter with age. Known for her iconic presence and unfiltered approach on Lipstick on the Rim, Molly opens up about the real experiences that shaped her philosophy — from hormonal acne and melasma to rediscovering balance after years of harsh actives.

Molly reflects on her earliest beauty memories, watching her mother turn daily routines into rituals that embodied strength and joy. That foundation, combined with her global modeling career, became its own education: effortless French skincare, British edge, Italian sensuality, and a universal truth — consistency beats extremes.

Her journey to creating YSE Beauty began after her skin hit what she calls a “benefit plateau,” when aggressive ingredients stopped delivering results. She shares how shifting toward cushion actives, barrier support, and clinical but sensorial formulations transformed her skin and inspired a brand built on wisdom, simplicity, and results that feel good.

For Molly, beauty isn’t about correction or perfection — it’s about alignment. It’s the confidence that comes from choosing what serves you, whether that’s a glow-inducing exfoliating pad, a subtle procedure, or simply giving your skin room to breathe.

Listen to the full episode to hear Molly Sims discuss aging with intention, building YSE Beauty from the ground up, and why true luxury isn’t the price tag — it’s how you feel in your own skin.

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CHAPTERS:

(0:03) - Introduction & Guest Welcome

(1:07) - Early Beauty Memories & “It Girl” Origins

(2:44) - Influences From Travel, Fashion & Global Beauty Culture

(4:53) - Shifting Aesthetic Trends: From Harsh Treatments to Maintenance

(6:59) - Social Media, Filler Culture & Confidence

(9:46) - Personal Journeys With Procedures, Aging & Empowerment

(12:11) - Why Wise Beauty Was Created

(17:05) - Actives, Cushioning Ingredients & the Skin Plateau

(21:52) - Luxury vs. Efficacy, Accessibility & Building a Smarter Beauty Brand

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In this powerful episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with one of the most influential minds in modern aesthetics, Dr. Steven Dayan — facial plastic surgeon, New York Times bestselling author, educator, and founder of XOMD Skincare. Together, they explore the deeper layers of beauty: the biology, the psychology, and the emotional resonance that shape how we see ourselves and others.

Dr. Dayan reflects on his unconventional path from sculptor to surgeon, sharing how art, science, and human emotion converged to form his philosophy of aesthetics. Beauty, he explains, is rooted in evolution — a subconscious signal of wellness and vitality — but attraction is the true driver of human connection. Confidence, authenticity, posture, expression, and energy all play into how attractive we feel, and therefore how we’re perceived.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Dayan breaks down the subtle, powerful ways aesthetic treatments can influence mood and behavior. Small changes can boost approachability and positivity — while overtreatment can create emotional dissonance and mistrust. He offers a candid look at how social media has reshaped our aesthetic bias, urging both providers and consumers to recalibrate toward natural proportions and personal identity.

Dr. Dayan also gives listeners an inside look at XOMD Skincare, his newest innovation with Dr. Sabrina Fabi, built around the neurochemical link between skin health and confidence.

Listen to the full episode to learn how Dr. Dayan is redefining beauty through the lens of neuroscience, culture, and human connection — and why confidence may be the most transformative aesthetic treatment of all.

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CHAPTERS:

(0:02) - Introduction & Guest Welcome

(1:12) - Early Life, Medicine & the Path to Surgery

(3:01) - Writing, Creativity & the Philosophy of Beauty

(6:05) - Defining Beauty: Neuroscience, Evolution & Emotion

(11:00) - Beauty vs. Attraction & the Role of Confidence

(14:50) - Social Media, Trends & Aesthetic Bias

(18:40) - Authenticity, Expression & First Impressions

(21:03) - Rethinking Training, Safety & Best Practices

(24:00) - Global Beauty Standards & Cultural Perspectives

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In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Jordan Harper, board-certified nurse practitioner and founder of Barefaced, to explore the movement toward simplicity, integrity, and long-term skin health. With nearly a decade in aesthetic medicine, Harper brings a refreshing, clinically grounded perspective to a beauty landscape overwhelmed by trends, noise, and overcomplicated routines.

Harper shares how her early career in the ICU shaped her detail-oriented, problem-solving mindset — and how she carried that discipline into aesthetics. What she noticed immediately was a disconnect: patients would invest heavily in treatments but neglect the daily routine that actually sustains results. That realization became the foundation of Barefaced’s “less but better” philosophy, anchored by her Core Four essentials: exfoliant, vitamin C, retinoid, and SPF.

Throughout the conversation, Harper reframes skincare as prevention, not correction — a longevity-based approach that prioritizes the barrier, cellular health, and consistency over quick fixes. She also dives into the meaning of true “medical grade”: thoughtful formulations, meaningful concentrations, and uncompromising standards. It’s the reason she once pulled a product at a $200,000 loss — integrity outweighs profit.

From the cult-favorite Toning Pads that sparked the brand’s cult following to Barefaced’s commitment to education and honest guidance, Harper emphasizes serving the consumer, not selling to them.

Tune in to hear how Jordan Harper is redefining modern skincare through clinical rigor, simplicity, and unwavering authenticity — and why the future of skin health is built on foundations, not fads.

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CHAPTERS:

(0:02) - Introduction & Guest Welcome

(0:40) - From ICU to Aesthetics: The Turning Point

(2:34) - The 80/20 Rule: At-Home vs In-Office Results

(4:39) - Common Routine Mistakes & Barrier Damage

(7:16) - “Less, But Better” and The Core Four

(9:28) - Longevity vs Anti-Aging

(12:12) - What “Medical Grade” Really Means

(17:28) - Scaling with Integrity & Brand Discipline

(20:35) - Cult Favorites, Toning Pads & Community-Centered Care

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