39. Why Your Skin Is Aging Fast: Dr. Obagi on Inflammation, Hair Loss & Healthy Aging

Dec 2, 2025
56 mins

Episode Description

Ever feel like your skin is doing its own thing, no matter how many “holy grail” products you add to your cart? You’re not imagining it. From barrier damage to inflammation and hair loss, your skin is reacting to the world you’re living in. In this raw and refreshing conversation, we unpack what’s driving premature aging and how to reverse the process.

We sit down with legendary dermatologist Dr. Suzan Obagi to talk about real skin, real science, and real life. From scalp health to fillers and why Gen Z looks older than millennials, she offers the honesty, context, and compassion that social media never does. Get ready for skincare advice that feels like both a hug and a wake-up call. 

You’ll learn:

  • Why inflammation (aka “inflammaging”) is the root of most skin issues

  • Hair loss and why scalp skin needs barrier care too

  • How social media is aging young women faster than biology

  • The most underrated skincare step dermatologists wish you’d prioritize

  • Why facial volume loss matters more than fine lines

  • The truth about exfoliation, retinoids, and sunscreen

  • How Dr. Obagi approaches safe, natural-looking cosmetic rejuvenation

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