Clean Beauty School

A beauty podcast from mindbodygreen, the leading brand in health and well-being. Hosted by mbg’s beauty director, Alexandra Engler, Clean Beauty School explores the intimate and intricate relationship between beauty and wellness, including physical, mental, environmental, and spiritual health. Through this series, we’ll dive into the science and soul of beauty’s most pressing topics.

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52: Why do we love French beauty? | Alex Chante...
Alex Chantecaille discusses the French beauty ethos, developing effective skin care formulas, and why the beauty industry must prioritize conservation.
56 min
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51: What is prejuvenation? | board-certified de...
Ava Shamban, M.D., discusses in-office treatments, how you can rejuvenate your skin with lifestyle habits, and identifying (then enhancing!) your signature feature.
45 min
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50: Distorted beauty views & your mental health...
Chloe Carmichael, Ph.D., discusses her own experience with mental health and grooming, how beautifying rituals connect us, and how to spot when a beauty fixation is having a negative effect on your mood.
52 min
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49: The oral health & beauty connection | biolo...
Gerry Curatola, D.D.S., discusses the oral microbiome, how your smile is key to how you look, and what we’re getting wrong about oral hygiene.
54 min
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48: Skin care snacks, peptides & staying hydrat...
Natalie Aguilar discusses why it’s important to find your “skin care person,” what ingredients to use for what skin care issue, her favorite advice to give clients, and what she does on her own skin.
44 min
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47: What is your scalp trying to tell you? | Tr...
Bridgette Hill discusses hair loss, shampooing schedules, and why you need to check in with your scalp.
51 min
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46: How to actually use a microcurrent tool | s...
Pooja Johari, M.S., discusses everything about microcurrent technology—including red flags, what it actually feels like, and what to look for in skin care products.
50 min
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45: Can beauty be part of your self-love journe...
Tiffany Lee discusses her self-love journey, what she wants to teach her daughters about beauty, and why you should free yourself to have fun with makeup.
51 min
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44: How to catch the light & master concealer |...
Bobbi Brown discusses her game-changing career, how the industry has changed over the years, her well-being must haves, and how to catch the light with your makeup.
47 min
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43: Herbs for glowing skin & hair growth | Herb...
Rachelle Robinett discusses how plants can fuel our beauty routines, why you're probably practicing herbalism in your daily life (and not even notice it!), and what ingredients to look for.
50 min
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42: Why is everyone breaking out right now? | h...
Zaida Gordon discusses all things acne—including diet, common mistakes, her favorite ingredients to apply topically, and why you can never scrub away your blemishes.
51 min
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41: How to get glowing skin for 7+ decades | De...
Norma Kamali discusses how people can embrace their age, why she’s obsessed with olive oil, and why you’re most beautiful when you’re sweating.
47 min
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40: All-time great product recs for the new yea...
Jamie Schneider joins Alexandra Engler to discuss mbg's new personal care line, product recs, and 2022 new years goals.
58 min
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39: How to achieve your skin care goals | Welln...
Tatiana Boncompagni discusses strategies to stay motivated, why you need a support system, and all her best beauty purchases.
66 min
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38: What treatments & ingredients are overrated...
Aida Bicaj discusses skin longevity, overrated treatments, and what she does to keep her skin looking so bright and vibrant.
47 min
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37: How to simplify your makeup routine | Clean...
Alexandria Gilleo discusses how she preps skin for an effortless makeup application, easy holiday glam ideas, and not taking your beauty so seriously.
55 min
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36: Should you practice yoga with your face? | ...
Fumiko Takatsu discusses healthy aging, facial symmetry, and how yoga can impact the face. Plus, she walks through a few poses and exercises to do at home.
49 min
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35: Mastering a 5-minute face | actress, model,...
Denise Vasi discusses her skin care, makeup, nutrition, and self-care tips.
56 min
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34: What we’re getting wrong about mainstream s...
Mamina Turegano, M.D., discusses her skin care steps, how her mom informs her beauty routine, and finding a balance between mainstream and holistic skin care.
52 min
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33: Facial lymph care, massage techniques & top...
Holistic esthetician Britta Plug discusses all things lymphatic drainage—from massage tips and movements to topicals.
53 min
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32: How to own your power & beauty | iconic mod...
Veronica Webb discusses her groundbreaking career, best skin care tips, how she raises her daughters to be confident, and feeling beautiful at any age.
49 min
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31: What causes gray hair, coloring tips & tran...
Christin Brown discusses transitioning to silver hair, how to color it (if you choose), product recommendations, plus why rosemary oil and adaptogens are some of her botanical go-tos.
48 min
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30: Eat your way to great skin | gut health exp...
Kellyann Petrucci, M.S., N.D., discusses the science behind the gut-skin connection, how inflammation harms the skin, and what you can eat for a glowing, youthful complexion.
47 min
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29: The best hair hacks we’ve ever heard | Hair...
Matt Newman discusses his best styling tips, finding your personal style, and easy hacks to get everything from more defined curls to better lift at the root.
55 min
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28: How to uncomplicate your skin care routine ...
Kavita Mariwalla, M.D., discusses the problems with overcomplicating skin care routines, what you actually should be doing daily, and social media beauty trends.
54 min