The Porecast

The Porecast

Hosted by: Carly Harmsen

A digestible conversation about skincare-related topics, including trends, treatments, ingredients and products, with veteran Master Esthetician.

Episodes

'Tis the Damn [Chemical Peel] Season

Season #1 Episode #26

In this episode, Carly dives into the world of chemical peels—one of the most effective treatments for skin rejuvenation. Carly is here to clear up the myths, explain the science, and help you make an informed...
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#23 Laser Focused - with Guest Kylee Forman | PART 1

Season #1 Episode #23

In this episode, Carly welcomes her guest, master aesthetician and laser-certified Kylee Forman. In Part 1 of a two-part interview, Carly & Kylee talk about laser aesthetic treatments including CO2, Tattoo...
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#22 No Shade to "Medical-Grade" Skincare...

Season #1 Episode #22

In this episode, Carly exposes the truth about the claim "medical-grade" as a category of skincare. She shares what seems to be the "pillars" or defining characteristics of those brands that identify, and she shares...
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#20: Beauty Buzz - Trending Skincare Ingredients - Spring/Summer 2024

Season #1 Episode #20

In this short but action-packed episode, Carly reveals some current top-trending skincare ingredients, and dissects them to discover if they are truly worth the hype. She shares and cites medical papers and studies,...
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#19 Pregnancy Glow or No?

Season #1 Episode #19

In today's episode, Carly, licensed esthetician, shares critical information on proper skincare while pregnant or breastfeeding. She covers: - Common Skin Issues while pregnant - Ingredients and Treatments to avoid...
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#18 Antioxidants - A Superhero or Anti-Hero?

Season #1 Episode #18

In this episode, Carly explains in simple ways what antioxidants, free radicals, and oxidation are in the skin. She also talks about top antioxidant skincare ingredients. BONUS- She reviews the Top 10 beauty trends...
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#17 PRO TOOL BOX - Sneak Peek into The Skin Microbiome

Season #1 Episode #16

In this episode catered specifically for the skincare pro, Carly shares a snippet of a passion project, a digestible course just for the skincare pro- The Skin Microbiome. In this sneak peek, she talks about WHY...
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#16 In the Lime Light Emitting Diode (LED) | Part 2

Season #1 Episode #16

In this episode, Carly continues the conversation on LED light therapy including the results of the treatment, benefits, as well as specifications of devices, when shopping for at-home devices. She also shares some...
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#15 In the Lime Light Emitting Diode (LED) | Part 1

Season #1 Episode #15

In this episode, Carly talks about one of her favorite and most proven technologies in skincare and health, and that is of LED Therapy. She talks origination (a mini history lesson) and the science (a mini physics...
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#14 Ask The Besthetician

Season #1 Episode #14

In this episode, Carly responds to skincare-related submitted questions, including: -Why esthetician-recommended skincare is important -If the drugstore brand La Roche-Posay is worth it -A good minimal routine for...
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#13 The Dirty Secret of Clean Beauty

Season #1 Episode #13

In this episode, Carly attempts to define the buzzy trend of Clean Beauty. She share the realities of the lack of regulation in regard to words like Clean, Natural and Green, and sheds light on brands and clever...
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#12 "Spring Clean" Your Skincare

Season #1 Episode #12

In this episode, licensed Master Esthetician and Instructor, Carly, share the differences in the needs of skin in the Winter compared to the Spring. She also spills all of her best tips to make this transition in your...
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