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GlowLab with Susan Yara

Welcome to GlowLab with Susan Yara — your go-to podcast for expert advice on the topics you want to know more about when it comes to beauty, wellness, sex, and more. Hosted by beauty expert and brand founder Susan Yara, GlowLab explores everything from plastic surgery and skincare secrets to advice

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 39 min
Latest: 13 Oct 2026
Language: English

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13 Oct 2026 · 23 minNew

September Favorites: Burgundy Eyeliner, Eight Sleep, Lumify, & More

It's no secret I love to shop, and fall is when that really kicks in. So I wanted to share some of my favorite beauty, fashion, and lifestyle from September! That includes a burgundy eyeliner, a tinted sunscreen I've repurchased more than once, Lumify eye drops, and a new Loewe perfume that pairs perfectly with PLAYA Made in Miami. I'm also sharing the treatments I'm booking this fall, the $60 jeans I found in the Uniqlo men's section, why I'm 50/50 on Eight Sleep, and the little digital camera I can't put down. Thank you to our sponsors! 🔹 BONCHARGE – use code GLOWLAB to get 15% off…

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6 Oct 2026 · 55 min
A Pharmacist on the Supplements Women Actually Need with Dr. Ariana Medizade
What supplements do women actually need, and which ones are mostly marketing? I sat down with pharmacist and functional health expert Dr. Ariana Medizade to find out. We talk about why gut health and fiber matter for hormones, plus her core supplements for women. She also shares her take on NAD, creatine, seed oils, and the shift from biohacking to bio harmony. She also shares her hormone health story and the tea brand she launched the day we recorded. Thank you to our sponsors! 🔹 WOO MORE PLAY – use code GLOWLAB to get 20% off sitewide at https://bit.ly/4iljGNJ 🔹 BONCHARGE – use code…
29 Sep 2026 · 38 min
How Makeup Artist Nam Vo Keeps Her Skin Glowing: Treatments, Skincare, & Blush
Nam Vo has been one of my favorite celebrity makeup artists for years, so I had to know how she keeps her skin glowing. We get into the treatments she loves – like radio frequency, microneedling, and LED – how she vets a doctor before booking anything, and what a Korean glow-up trip really looks like. She walks me through her real skincare routine, how she preps a client's skin, and she also demos the blush technique behind the Dewy Dumpling look. I had so much fun with Nam recording this episode and I hope you love it! This episode is brought to you by BONCHARGE. Use code GLOWLAB to save…
22 Sep 2026 · 32 min
August Favorites: Beauty, Fashion, & Home Products I Actually Bought & Love
It's my favorite time of the month — monthly favorites. These are the things I actually bought and used in August, across beauty, jewelry, fashion, home, and my kitchen. As always, a mix of splurges, everyday staples, and a couple of really good dupes. Shop my favorites here: https://shopmy.us/collections/7761802 Thank you to our sponsors! 🔹 BONCHARGE – use code GLOWLAB to get 15% off sitewide at https://boncharge.com/ 🔹 Weight Loss by Hers – start your journey at https://www.forhers.com/glowlab 🔹 Honeylove – use my link to save 20% off at https://www.honeylove.com/GLOWLAB 🔹 Coyuchi – treat…
15 Sep 2026 · 39 min
The Supplements Worth Your Money (and the Ones That Aren't)
The supplement industry has exploded, and honestly, I feel overwhelmed sometimes — I even have a cabinet I call my "supplement graveyard." So I brought in Siff Haider, co-founder and CEO of the wellness brand Arrae (one of my favorites), to help us all shop smarter. We get into the red flags to watch for, the certifications that actually matter, the three supplements almost all of us can benefit from, why creatine isn't just for the gym bros, and the truth about GLP-1 "dupe" supplements and those viral weight-loss patches. I learned so much from this one and I hope you do too! Watch Susan's…
8 Sep 2026 · 51 min
Korea's Biggest Beauty Trends with Vanessa Lee: Skin Tightening, Plasma Exchange, & More!
Vanessa Lee is back! You loved her last episode so much that I had to bring her on again — and the timing was perfect, because she just got home from Seoul ready to share all the latest beauty trends and treatments. This time we're getting into everything she saw at Korea's top clinics: why doctors there are moving away from stacking 15 treatments in one day, the pharmacy culture that's about to blow up on your FYP, and the luxury hospital where she got a full-body health screening. We also talk about plasma exchange (it's like an oil change for your blood), the skin botox and Rejuran combo…
1 Sep 2026 · 39 min
Who Is Susan Yara? Answering Your Most Googled Questions
My producer Anna has been wanting me to do this video for the longest time, and honestly, it's been a while since I've properly introduced myself — so here we go. I'm answering the internet's most Googled questions about me, and a lot of these are for the people who are new here and maybe don't know much about me yet. I get into my ethnicity (I'm half Korean, half New Mexican) and how I went from covering crime in the South Bronx to becoming a beauty editor and starting my brands NATURIUM and PLAYA. I also share my age, my beauty expertise (I'm not a dermatologist), life as a divorced mom,…
25 Aug 2026 · 56 min
Sadia Khan: The Dating Red Flags No One Talks About
I get bombarded with relationship advice on social media, but Sadia Khan is one of the few people whose take always stops me. So I'm so excited for her to join us on GlowLab to talk through the red flags most of us miss in dating — the ones I wish I'd understood earlier. We get into body count and what it actually signals, why loyalty works differently than we're told, age gap relationships, and the surprising reason "nice guys" so often get cheated on. This might be one of my favorite conversations on GlowLab so far and I hope you enjoy it! Sadia Khan's new book, The Red Flags, is out now.…
18 Aug 2026 · 32 min
Aging Well from the Inside Out: Longevity, GLP-1s, & Peptides with Dr. Amanda Kahn
We tend to focus on what we put on our skin and the treatments we do to our face and body, but what's happening on the inside is important too. That's why I'm so excited to have internist and longevity specialist Dr. Amanda Kahn on GlowLab! We discuss the difference between longevity and anti-aging, why the foundational stuff has to come before any of the flashy interventions, and how what's happening inside your body really does show up on the outside. We also went deep on GLP-1s, from the earliest versions to where things are headed next, and why the provider you work with matters. I…
11 Aug 2026 · 28 min
July 2026 Monthly Favorites: Skincare, Supplements, Fashion, & Lifestyle
Monthly favorites are back by popular demand. Susan shares everything she's been loving lately across beauty, wellness, fashion, and lifestyle — including a peptide-driven skincare brand she's genuinely fascinated by, a mineral SPF makeup hybrid, PLAYA's Made in Miami bundle, the eye drops she fully switched to, a $10 Amazon brow gel, the GHD curling iron that won her over, jewelry and affordable fashion finds, and the creatine products that finally got her parents on board. Thanks to Leesa for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://leesa.com for 25% off select mattresses and use my code…
4 Aug 2026 · 44 min
Sexologist Natassia Miller on Rekindling Desire in Long-Term Relationships
If you've been in a long-term relationship, you've probably felt the sex slow down, and I brought in sexologist Natassia Miller to understand why. What surprised me most is how little of this is actually about sex. We got into the emotional disconnect, the mental load women carry, the resentment that builds, and how our phones quietly pull us apart. We also talked about responsive desire, why scheduling intimacy isn't as unsexy as it sounds, and how to stop treating touch like it always has to lead to sex. Whether you're newly dating like me or decades into a marriage, I think you'll learn a…
21 Jul 2026 · 41 min
GLP-1 Face, Longevity Dermatology, & The Future of Skin Aging with Dr. Sheila Farhang
What is longevity dermatology? How are GLP-1s affecting the face? Does RF microneedling really cause facial fat loss? Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sheila Farhang joins GlowLab this week to break down the latest in skin longevity, explain the science behind today's most talked-about treatments, and separate fact from fiction. We also discuss melasma, facial fat loss, skin laxity, and how to make smarter decisions for healthier skin at every age. Thanks to Leesa for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://leesa.com for 25% off select mattresses and use my code GLOWLAB for an extra $50 off.…
14 Jul 2026 · 36 min
The Biggest Plastic Surgery Trends Right Now
Plastic surgery is evolving faster than ever, and GLP-1 medications are one of the biggest reasons why. This week on GlowLab, NYC board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith breaks down the biggest trends shaping cosmetic surgery today—from fat transfer breast augmentation and "ballerina" breast augmentation to invisible tummy tucks, internal bra techniques, arm lifts after weight loss, the rise in male plastic surgery, molecular surgery, and how AI is changing the future of aesthetics. ✨ FOLLOW DR. DARREN SMITH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nycplasticsdoc/ Website:…
7 Jul 2026 · 31 min
Dry, Red Eyes? An Eye Doctor Explains the Real Causes & Best Treatments
Dry, red, irritated eyes aren't just annoying—they could be signs of dry eye disease. So for this episode of GlowLab, I brought in optometrist and dry eye specialist Dr. Inna Lazar to explain the most common causes of dry eyes, including screen time, hormones, allergies, contact lenses, and more. She also shares treatments that work, how to choose the right eye drops, and simple habits that can help improve your eye health. Shop the products mentioned in the episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/6088698 ✨ FOLLOW DR. INNA LAZAR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.innalazar/ Website:…
30 Jun 2026 · 34 min
The LA Facialist on What Makes a Good Facial, Esthetician vs Dermatologist, & Skincare Mistakes
Everyone wants better skin, but what actually works? In this episode of GlowLab, I sit down with Candace Marino, also known as "The LA Facialist," to talk about the skincare habits, facial treatments, and anti-aging strategies that make the biggest difference. Candace shares her non-negotiable skincare routine, why she believes extractions are essential to a great facial, how to protect your skin barrier, and the biggest misconceptions people have about achieving healthy, glowing skin. FOLLOW CANDACE MARINO: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelafacialist/ TikTok:…
23 Jun 2026 · 49 min
Gut Health & Bloating Explained | Dr. Megan Rossi ("The Gut Health Doctor")
My friends and I are always talking about gut health and bloating—what’s normal, what’s not, and why so many of us just feel off. That's why I was so excited to have Dr. Megan Rossi (aka "The Gut Health Doctor") on GlowLab to explain gut health. We talk about how gut health impacts your entire body (and skin!), how to stop bloating, dos and don't, and the simple things that really support your gut. I learned so much from Dr. Rossi and hope you do too! ✨ FOLLOW DR. MEGAN ROSSI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthdoctor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theguthealthdoctor Website:…
16 Jun 2026 · 39 min
Relationship Skills for Better Intimacy & Communication (Sex Therapist Explains)
How is social media changing the way we experience intimacy, attraction, and relationships? In this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, sex therapist Dr. Mindy DeSeta explains the modern challenges affecting our sex lives—from unrealistic expectations online to the communication mistakes that keep couples disconnected. We talk about how to express your desires without shame, build deeper intimacy, navigate changing attraction, and create healthier conversations around sex and relationships. ✨ FOLLOW DR. MINDY DESETA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmindydeseta/ Website:…
9 Jun 2026 · 37 min
Skin Tightening Treatments: What Actually Works? (Dermatologist Explains)
Non-surgical skin tightening treatments are having a major moment right now, thanks in part to the rise of rapid weight loss from GLP-1 medications. That's why I brought in board-certified dermatologist Dr. Julie de le Cruz to talk about all the non-surgical treatment options to tighten skin, stimulate collagen, and address sagging skin. We discuss lasers, energy-based devices, and even injectables! If you're interested in skin tightening treatments, then you're going to love this episode! ✨ FOLLOW DR. JULIE DE LA CRUZ! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinandsweat/ Miami Dermatology &…
2 Jun 2026 · 44 min
Peptide Injections: What You Need to Know
I've been getting so many questions about peptide injections lately — so I brought in an expert to help me answer them. In this episode, Mercedes "Mimi" Deal, FNP-C and wellness expert, to break down everything you need to know about peptides. We're talking BPC-157, GHK-Cu, and more — what they actually do, what the science says, and what Mimi sees working with her clients in real life. If you've been curious about peptide therapy but don't know where to start, this is the episode for you! FOLLOW MIMI DEAL! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimi_aprn/ Rever Wellness Instagram:…
26 May 2026 · 34 min
Dr. Miami Explains BBLs: Safety, Recovery, & Results
On this episode of GlowLab, I sat down with the one and only Dr. Miami to talk everything BBLs! If you've been curious about a Brazilian Butt Lift or are seriously considering one, this episode is for you. Dr. Miami is one of the most experienced BBL surgeons, and he gave us a thorough breakdown of what the procedure actually involves — safety, recovery, results and everything in between. ✨ FOLLOW DR. MIAMI! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrmiami TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealdrmiami Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/?u=therealdrmiami YouTube: @TheRealDrMiami Website:…
19 May 2026 · 36 min
Facial Fat Grafting: What a Plastic Surgeon Wants You to Know
In this episode of GlowLab, I sit down with board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Monica Kieu to dive into a procedure that's rapidly rising in popularity: facial fat grafting (fat transfer). Dr. Kieu breaks down exactly how fat is harvested from your own body, processed, and reinjected into the face to restore volume, smooth lines, and create a more youthful, natural result — without implants or fillers. We also discuss why the popularity of GLP-1 medication is driving the increase in fat grafting. FOLLOW DR. MONICA KIEU: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmonicakieu/ Website:…
12 May 2026 · 32 min
Ask Me Anything: Launching PLAYA, Skincare Tips, Supplements, & More
It's time for another "Ask Me Anything" episode of GlowLab podcast! My producer Anna gathered all the questions you submitted on Instagram, and now I’m answering them all — from launching my new brand @playabeauty to my current go-to supplements, relationship updates, skincare treatments, and more. I hope you love this episode! Shop everything I mentioned here: https://shopmy.us/collections/5236919 FOLLOW & STAY CONNECTED: Susan’s Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/susanyara/⁠ GlowLab Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/glowlabpodcast/⁠ Susan’s TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@susanyara…
5 May 2026 · 44 min
How to Self-Tan Like a Pro: Expert Tips & Common Mistakes with Isabel Vita
Just in time for summer, I have celebrity tan artist and Dolce Vita founder Isabel Vita to share all her self-tanning and spray tanning tips with you. We get into the mistakes people make all the time, how to prep your skin properly, and the small things that make a big difference in how your tan develops and fades. Isabel also shares her story of how she became a celebrity tan artist and built her self-tanning brands Dolce Glow and Sunnee Baeskin. Shop all the products mentioned here: https://shopmy.us/collections/5058009 FOLLOW ISABEL VITA: Isabel's Instagram:…
28 Apr 2026 · 49 min
Is Topical Estrogen Right for You? A Doctor Explains Everything!
Topical estrogen and HRT are having a moment — and for good reason! There are so many benefits when it comes to our health AND our appearance. In this episode of GlowLab, Dr. Azin Shahryarinejad ("Dr. Shah") explains everything you want to know about topical estrogen, including the benefits and how to use it. We also get into why hormone replacement therapy got such a bad rap and how that's all turning around now. Whether you're 35 or 65, you're going to learn so much from this conversation! ✨ FOLLOW DR. AZIN SHAH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.azinshah/ Website:…
21 Apr 2026 · 47 min
What Korea Gets Right About Beauty Treatments with Vanessa Lee, RN
Vanessa Lee, medical aesthetic provider and founder of The Things We Do, is known for being on the forefront of Korean aesthetics—bringing emerging beauty treatments from Korea to the U.S. In this episode of GlowLab, we break down what’s trending in Korean beauty treatments, what’s actually worth it, and her top recommendations for real results. We also talk about Onda Pro (a fat-melting, skin-tightening treatment she was the first to bring to the US), her experience taking the Kardashians to Korea, and her honest take on threads. If you’re curious about Korean skincare and the future of…
14 Apr 2026 · 48 min
Liposuction Explained: Results, Risks, & Recovery with Dr. Natalia Vidal
If you've ever had questions about liposuction, this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara is for you! I sat down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Natalia Vidal to get the full breakdown on one of the most common, and most misunderstood, cosmetic procedures out there. We cover everything from the different types of lipo, how to know if you're a good candidate, what recovery looks like as well as risks and complications to be aware of and how to vet a board-certified surgeon. Dr. Vidal tells you everything you need to know in this episode! ✨ FOLLOW DR. NATALIA VIDAL Instagram:…
7 Apr 2026 · 40 min
Celebrity Secrets to Clear Skin with Esthetician Renée Rouleau
Ever wondered how celebrities always seem to have clear, acne-free skin? On today’s episode of GlowLab, I’m joined by celebrity esthetician Renée Rouleau to break it all down. Renée works with celebrity clients like Sabrina Carpenter, Demi Lovato, Lili Reinhart, and Keke Palmer, to name a few, and her eponymous skincare line has become a go-to among celebrities. In this episode, she shares her best tips and tricks for treating blemishes, the 3-step at-home facial her clients swear by, why understanding your skin type is key, and so much more to help you get clearer, healthier skin. SHOP the…
31 Mar 2026 · 37 min
The Secret to Good Botox: What You Need to Know Before You Start
Thinking about starting Botox — or not loving your results? In this episode of GlowLab, Delray Beach, FL aesthetic nurse Danielle Hatten breaks down everything you need to know before getting Botox (and similar neuromodulators like Xeomin, Daxxify, Jeuveau, Letybo and Dysport). From how to find the right injector to how to fix common Botox, watch/listen to this episode to learn the secret to good Botox results! ✨ FOLLOW DANI HATTEN, NP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/injectordani_np/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danihatten Make an Appointment: https://bit.ly/3Ns6IAJ ✨ FOLLOW ME!…
24 Mar 2026 · 42 min
How to Have Better Orgasms! The Libido Fairy Shares Sex & Relationship Tips
On this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara, we’re joined by Hannah Johnson, aka "The Libido Fairy," to talk about how to have better orgasms, improve your libido, and build a more connected sex life. ✨ FOLLOW THE LIBIDO FAIRY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelibidofairy/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelibidofairy Website: https://www.thelibidofairy.com/ ✨ FOLLOW ME! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanyara/ TikTok: https://bit.ly/2Zxx4rD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/mixedmakeup Thanks for watching/listening to this episode of GlowLab with Susan Yara! Make sure to…
17 Mar 2026 · 46 min
Blepharoplasty: Why Everyone's Getting an Eye Lift in 2026 — And Do You Need One?
It seems like EVERYONE is getting a blepharoplasty right now — but should you? I brought in oculoplastic surgeon Dr. Sarah Avila to give us the full, unfiltered breakdown on upper & lower eyelid lifts and brow lifts. We're talking who's actually a good candidate, what surgery is really like, honest recovery timelines, costs, and everything you need to know. If you've ever Googled "do I need a blepharoplasty" — this episode is for you. ✨ ABOUT DR. SARAH AVILA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahavila/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsarahavila Website: https://www.drsarahavila.com/…

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Publisher: Susan Yara
Language: English
Category: Arts & Books
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 39 min
Latest episode: 13 Oct 2026
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