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The Skincarma® Pod

CARMINE MONTALTO

The Skincarma Pod is where indie beauty meets fearless curiosity. Hosted by Carmine Montalto—creator of the Skincarma Blog and unapologetic skincare truth-seeker—his podcast pulls back the curtain on the beauty industry with sharp insights, candid interviews, and a healthy dose of irreverence. From deep dives into ingredient science to raw conversations with dermatologists, brand founders, and industry insiders, each episode is a no-BS exploration of what really matters in skincare: how to attain

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 58: Not All Exosomes Are...

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2026/01/04

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine sits down with Alisa Lask, CEO of Rion Aesthetics and the medical-grade skincare line Plated Skin Science. Together, they unpack what’s real – and what’s hype – in the fast-emerging world of exosomes in skincare.Alisa shares her path from Midwest beginnings and a career across Eli Lilly, Allergan, and Galderma, to leading a regenerative aesthetics company built on platelet-derived exosome technology – a category Plated helped bring into the skincare

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 57: Stem-Cell Skincare...

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2025/12/28

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, celebrity facialist and master aesthetician Angela Caglia joins Carmine to break down the truth behind stem cell skincare, growth factors, and what “regenerative skincare” really means. Angela begins by sharing her origin story – from Visalia, California to Paris and New York, and a pivotal moment with Barbra Streisand that sparked the launch of her namesake brand. She goes on to share how her cult-favorite Cell Forté Serum helped propel Angela Caglia Skincare

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 56: The New Era of Cosmetic...

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2025/12/21

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine is joined once again by Mark Broussard, an industry expert who sits at the exact intersection of cosmetic chemistry and regulatory compliance – two distinct disciplines at the heart of brand building.Mark is the founder and managing director of Bloom Cosmetic Test Lab, where he guides brands through MoCRA compliance. And, if you caught their last episode together (episode 45), you know that he’s also the founder and master chemist of Desert In Bloom

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 55: Moms on a Mission: The...

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2025/12/14

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Clara Cárdenas, co-founder of Pipa Skin Care, a breakout brand committed to providing age-appropriate skincare for pre-teens.Clara shares her journey from her early career in Venezuela to her experience at Facebook, and how her passion for skincare led her to create Pipa with two childhood friends – Kristina Kubler, an esthetician with two decades of hands-on experience, and Corina Pfeffer, a mathematician turned designer turned logistics

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 54: “Healthy Skin Is Left...

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2025/12/06

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine is joined by Dahlia Devkota, founder of Editrix, a trailblazing skincare brand that emphasizes the importance of the skin’s microbiome to overall skin health. Dahlia shares her journey from beauty editor to entrepreneur, highlighting the innovative scientific research behind her products, which utilize post-biotics to promote healthy skin. The conversation delves into the Editrix brand’s unique four-step system and the significance of maintaining a

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 53: SunscreenGate and the...

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2025/11/29

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine is joined by Brian Ecclefield, Founder and Managing Director of Validated Claim Support, the clinical testing lab setting new standards for ethics, accuracy, and transparency in cosmetic claims.Few topics have shaken the beauty world this year quite like SunscreenGate – the scandalous revelation that the SPF validation tests behind many popular sunscreens may have been manipulated, falsified or simply fallen short, leading to careless, even dangerous

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 52: A Legacy of Radiance with...

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2025/11/22

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Blair Lancer, CMO of the groundbreaking clinical brand Lancer Skincare.For nearly four decades, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer has defined what healthy, glowing skin means – powered by his iconic Lancer Method. What began as a spark in Dr. Lancer’s Beverly Hills practice – where the world’s most recognizable faces have lined up for The Lancer Glow – has become a global skincare brand rooted in the science of simplicity.Today,

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 51: How All Moringa Is...

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2025/11/15

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Maya Myers and Tzvi Ginzburg, husband-and-wife dynamic duo and co-founders of All Moringa. From farm to family, Ghana’s rich soil to your morning smoothie, Maya and Tzvi are spreading the power of the Miracle Tree. They’ve turned a shared passion for wellness, sustainability, and family into a thriving wellness brand built around one extraordinary plant: the Moringa oleifera. Indeed, they’re growing wellness from the ground up.Listen in as

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 50: Sustainability,...

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2025/11/09

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Allison Taylor, co-founder of Le Prunier, the California-born organic beauty brand redefining what luxury skincare can – and maybe should – be. From a fourth-generation plum orchard in Northern California to the curated collections of Credo, Neiman Marcus and Goop, Le Prunier is proof that beauty can grow from the ground up. Carmine and Allison explore the magnificent journey of transforming their family farm into a range of luxury skincare, the

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 49: “If I can’t eat it, I...

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2025/11/02

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Alicia Lindner, co-CEO of Annemarie Börlind, the pioneering natural skincare brand founded by her grandmother in Germany’s Black Forest in 1959. Representing the third generation of a visionary family business, Alicia is carrying forward her grandmother’s mission to merge nature and science to create high-performing, natural skincare that’s both ethical and effective. Under her leadership, Annemarie Börlind is positioned as a global benchmark

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 48: Clean, Conscious &...

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2025/10/26

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Arielle Moody, CEO and co-founder of Mama Sol, the California-born suncare brand that’s reimagining how sunscreen can and should feel. They discuss Arielle’s journey in the beauty industry, the challenges of formulating effective and enjoyable sunscreens, and the importance of transparency in beauty products. Arielle goes on to share insights (and news!) on the future of Mama Sol, including upcoming innovations and the significance of passion in

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 47: The Longevity Code: Dr....

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2025/10/19

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Dr. Lamees Hamdan, an integrative medical doctor, naturopathic practitioner, longevity expert – and the visionary founder of Timebeam skincare. They explore the concept of skin longevity, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to skin health and wellness that includes both topical and ingestible solutions. Dr. Lamees discusses the role of NAD+ in skin health, the significance of sleep and stress management, and the future of beauty

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 46: Skin, Soul & Ageless Glow...

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2025/10/12

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine reconnects with Julie Lindh, a licensed medical aesthetician and founder of her namesake brand. They explore Julie’s unique approach to skincare, which integrates advanced aesthetics with holistic wellness practices. Julie shares her journey into holistic wellness, the four pillars of her Ageless Skin Method, and the importance of emotional well-being in achieving truly ageless beauty. The conversation also delves into advanced technologies (like

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 45: The Regulation Loophole...

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2025/10/05

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes cosmetic chemist and MoCRA compliance expert Mark Broussard, who has developed over 600 products across every beauty category. They discuss the 1% rule in skincare formulation and its implications for transparency and product efficacy. Intriguingly, this overlooked regulatory loophole is helping to drive dupe culture. Mark also shares insights about his work leading Desert in Bloom Cosmetics Lab and his new role with Skin Angels – a

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 44: The Beauty in Immunity...

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2025/09/28

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Karen Ballou, founder of Immunocologie Skincare, to explore the powerful connection between skin health and overall wellbeing. An oncology-trained esthetician with more than 30 years in the beauty industry, Karen shares the deeply personal journey that inspired her to create a skincare line rooted in immune support and natural resilience.Together, they unpack the science behind Immunocologie’s bioavailable mineral formulations, the importance of

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 43: Skincare’s Boldest...

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2025/09/21

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine presents the product innovation winners across seven categories in the 2025 BeautyMatter Awards. As a judge in the BeautyMatter Awards for the third year running, Carmine evaluated more than 200 products over the course of two months. In today’s episode, he shares the finalists in each category: treatments, moisturizers, scrubs and cleansers, acne, men’s and sun care – his favorite of all. As he presents the winners, he breaks each product down, sharing

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 42: Inside the Lab: How...

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2025/09/15

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes John Kressaty, co-founder of the Skin Bar – and one of the industry’s leading experts in sunscreens – to explore the history, nuances and complexities of sunscreen formulation. Carmine and John discuss the importance of sunscreen in skin health, the evolution of sunscreen technologies, and the differences between mineral and chemical UV filters. They shares insights on FDA regulations affecting sunscreen products and the impact of social media

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 41: Beauty by Design: How...

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2025/09/07

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Annie Graham and Diego Lapetina from Atomic Pom Labs about the evolving landscape of indie beauty branding. They discuss the importance of blending scientific rigor with creative branding, the challenges faced by indie brands in a dynamic and oversaturated beauty marketplace, and the significance of a cohesive product development process. The conversation also touches on market trends, the role of influencers, and the necessity for indie brands

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 40: Empathy Meets Innovation...

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2025/09/01

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Carly Guerra, founder of Savoir Beauty. Carly shares her inspiring journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur. After a breast cancer diagnosis in 2022, she recognized a gap in the beauty market for products specifically designed for delicate breast area skin, leading her to create the industry’s first-ever dedicated breast serum. Their conversation delves into the true importance of selfcare, fervent community support, and the mission

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The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 39: Filtered Beauty & The...

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2025/08/24

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Arjan Singh, co-founder of Jolie, a wellness brand that focuses on the importance of water quality in skincare. They discuss Arjan's background, the inspiration behind Jolie, and the challenges of educating consumers about the impact of water on their skin health. The conversation delves into the technology behind the brand’s trailblazing filtered shower head, the burgeoning beauty wellness trend, and future plans for the Jolie brand. Arjan

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