What if the sunscreen you trust every day is quietly accelerating skin aging?

In this episode, Dr. Randi sits down with Sophie Bai, the MIT-trained scientist and founder of Pavise, to discuss the technology that’s turning the SPF world upside down. Backed by Jay-Z’s venture firm and the former CEO of Allergan, Sophie reveals how her patented DiamondCore® UV filter doesn’t just block rays, it neutralizes the reactive oxygen species (ROS) that account for up to 90% of visible skin aging.

You’ll learn:

• How traditional sunscreens can create free radicals that damage skin

• Why Pavise’s nano-diamond zinc formula stops aging at the molecular level

• Clinical results showing rapid improvement in melasma, rosacea, fine lines, and post-procedure healing

• The surprising truth behind “clinically proven” claims in beauty marketing

• Why Sophie believes the future of skincare is medical-grade science, not marketing hype

From billion-dollar drug research to the next frontier of sun protection, Sophie shares how skincare as healthcare is here, and why protecting your skin now is the smartest anti-aging move you’ll ever make.

What happens when Martha Stewart personally tests every prototype, and Hailey Bieber’s go-to dermatologist builds the formulas? You get ELM, a science-first skincare project designed for results, not hype.

This week, Dr. Randi sits down with Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, the formulator behind household-name brands and A-list routines, to talk about ELM’s debut:

• A next-gen antioxidant serum built to go beyond the limits of traditional vitamin C

• A companion “Inner Dose” supplement rooted in the few ingestibles dermatologists actually recommend

In this conversation, you’ll discover:

• Why many vitamin C serums fall short (and how ELM takes a different approach to antioxidants)

• How Martha Stewart’s hands-on testing set an exceptionally high standard

• The collective insight of 350 dermatologists that shaped the launch

• Why “aging well” is replacing “anti-aging” in serious skincare

• How ELM is shrinking the gap between lab breakthroughs and your bathroom shelf

It’s celebrity meets science, with a lab-to-patient approach that shows what really works in skincare.

What happens when one of Manhattan’s most sought-after dermatologists takes on the challenge of redefining aging? On this episode of The Dr. Randi Show, Dr. Julie Russak shares how decades of science, patient care, and innovation have shaped her philosophy of skin health, not just as beauty, but as a marker of overall vitality.

Featured in Vogue and The New York Times, Dr. Russak has built a reputation for blending regenerative medicine with a personal touch that keeps patients coming back for years. She breaks down what’s next in aesthetics, from the rise of peptide technology to the overlooked truths about eye and neck aging.

Key takeaways:

• Why regeneration not just correction is the future of aesthetics

• How DefenAge peptides activate “reserve” cells to spark skin renewal

• The truth about eye and neck aging, and what actually works

• Why prevention beats correction at every stage of life

• The role of lifestyle, diet, and the microbiome in radiant skin

From New York’s competitive world of aesthetics to real-world patient stories, this conversation gives you a front-row seat to the science and philosophy shaping the future of dermatology.

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Dr. Randi Boyette holds a PhD and is a recognized leader in the aesthetics and medical industry. The information presented on The Dr. Randi Show is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests and the host are their own and do not represent medical guidance or recommendations.

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