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    Viral TikTok Skincare Hacks; Explained

    enMarch 07, 2022
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    About this Episode

    Fact or cap? TikTok is on the rise of sharing the most viral skincare fads, but which ones are legit and worth incorporating into your skin regime? In today’s episode, Dr. Azi and Nurse Lacie separate fact from fiction. 

    The duo chats about:

    • Nurse Lacie’s CRAZY wardrobe malfunction
    • Dimplasty: type of plastic surgery used to create dimples on the cheeks
    • The viral K-Beauty Skincare Trend; “slugging"
    • Electrolysis hair removal

    Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube and on Tik Tok @skinbydrazi.

    Shop skincare at AziMDSkincare.com and learn more about the practice at LaJollaLaserDerm.com.

    The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. © Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD.

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