Show notes
Dr. Amy Wechsler is one of the only doctors in the world who is both a board-certified dermatologist and a psychiatrist, and in this episode, she and her daughter and co-founder of Spotless Clinics, Zoe, make it impossible to think about skin the same way again.We get into:Why stress breaks down your collagen faster than almost anything else, and what cortisol is actually doing to your faceThe truth about Accutane: the myths, the real side effects, and why it can actually cure acne for lifeHow to use tretinoin correctly, because most people are doing it completely wrongSpironolactone, hormonal acne, and what dermatologists actually prescribe for womenThe diet-acne connection most people swear by, and why the science says otherwiseIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by skincare advice and had no idea who to actually trust — this is the episode.📌 Rivki's IG: rivkirabinowitz | TikTok: rivkirabinowitz 📌 Dr. Amy's IG: dramywechsler | Zoe's IG: zoewechsler00:00 Intro05:00 Spotless Services & Accessibility07:23 Stress & Skin Connection11:15 Food & Acne Myths Debunked15:26 Treating Stress-Related Breakouts17:19 Acne Medications: Accutane & Tretinoin24:03 Spironolactone & Hormonal Acne29:01 Beauty Influencers & Skincare Products33:22 In-Office Laser Treatments38:53 Anti-Aging & Lifestyle Impact on Skin43:02 Status Symbols & Good Skin46:08 Building Business as Mother-Daughter