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Ever wonder why your face looks puffy on busy days, why your jaw aches by noon, or why your glow fades even when your skincare is on point? We traced those signals back to the simplest habit you have: how you breathe. From desert home base, we break down the link between breath, the nervous system, and visible skin health—minus the fluff and with plenty of laughs.

We start with the science you can feel: shallow chest breathing traps you in stress mode and pumps out cortisol, which shows up as breakouts, oil shifts, and faster collagen loss. Then we get practical. Nicky walks through diaphragmatic belly breathing to engage the vagus nerve and boost circulation, box breathing to steady the mind before makeup or meetings, alternate nostril breathing to balance focus, and lion’s breath to release jaw and forehead tension. You’ll hear how mouth breathing dries lips and dulls tone, why posture changes your lower face, and how a night guard can protect your jawline from clenching and grinding.

Sandro brings the comedy while we keep the coaching specific: cues for hand placement, timing for holds, and easy ways to attach breath to your daily routine so it actually sticks. We talk oxidative stress, antioxidants, and why breath may be the fastest way to support glow from the inside out—complementing your vitamin C, SPF, and sleep. Expect a calmer nervous system, a softer expression, and skin that looks more awake without piling on products.

Try the techniques with us, then tell us what you noticed first: less puff, easier jaw, or a brighter tone? If this home setup made you feel like you were in the room with us, subscribe, share with a friend who stress-clenches, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find the show. Your breath is free. Your glow can be too.

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What would make you put snail slime on your face? How about bird droppings or bee venom? The fascinating world of unusual skincare ingredients reveals our endless pursuit of beauty—no matter how strange the source.

Join Nicky Davis Jr. and Sandro Iocolano, and comedian Jeff Richards of SNL and MadTv. We welcome the enigmatic Harmond Williams (who may or may not be related to comedian Harland Williams) for a hilarious exploration of the most bizarre ingredients in the beauty industry. From Korean skincare staples to ancient geisha secrets, we unpack what actually works and what's simply marketing mythology.

Discover why fish scales create that perfect shimmer in your favorite lipstick, how placenta extract found its way into anti-aging creams, and why mindfulness matters when choosing what to put on your skin. Our guest brings unexpected wisdom between moments of comedic tangents, reminding us that sometimes the path to beauty requires critical thinking rather than blindly following trends.

Whether you're a skincare enthusiast curious about the science behind unusual ingredients or simply enjoy a good laugh at the lengths we'll go for beauty, this episode delivers both information and entertainment in equal measure. The conversation weaves through serious skincare science and absurdist comedy, creating a uniquely engaging listening experience that will change how you view your beauty products.

Ready to question everything in your skincare routine? Listen now, and remember to take your time slicing your own cheese—you'll understand why by the end of the episode.

Don’t forget to follow @theJeffRichardsshow on YouTube for his hilarious deep fake and deeply real impressions. They’re too good.

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Ever wondered why your face tells the story of last night's adventures? The latest episode of Sex, Drugs and Skincare dives deep into "party skin" with comedian Tania Estrada, who shares her journey from crystal meth recovery to skincare expertise.

Tania reveals how our bodies' relationship with late nights changes dramatically as we age. While our twenties and thirties allow us to bounce back from celebrations with minimal evidence, our forties bring a reckoning as interrupted sleep cycles catch up with us. She explains the science behind why alcohol wakes you during crucial regeneration hours and how this accumulates into visible skin issues over time.

The conversation takes fascinating turns through Tania’s elaborate nighttime ritual – from immediate makeup removal to strategic hydration timing, mouth taping for better breathing, and homemade "prison earplugs." These practices highlight how seriously skincare professionals take sleep quality, recognizing it as the foundation of skin health that no product can replace.

Beyond sleep, we explore practical solutions for party recovery: niacinamide and hyaluronic acid for under-eye concerns, cucumber-celery juice for internal hydration, and even castor oil for softening lip lines. Tanya candidly shares her experiences with substances, sobriety, and finding balance between nightlife and restoration.

Whether you're a night owl looking to minimize morning-after evidence or simply seeking to understand the connection between lifestyle and skin health, this episode offers authentic insights from someone who's lived both extremes. Join us for this honest, sometimes hilarious exploration of how our choices show up on our faces – and what we can do about it.

Don’t forget to look for TANIA’S TREATS on YouTube