The blondEST Podcast — Episode Summary

Podcast: The blondEST
Host: Savanna Boda
Episode: Best Anti-Aging Products for Volume Loss
Date: March 23, 2026

Episode Overview

In this episode, Savanna Boda—The Dallas Aesthetician—delves into a Q&A session focused on anti-aging strategies, specifically addressing volume loss in the skin. Bringing expert insights from her own clinical experience and passion for holistic and medical aesthetics, Savanna answers a wide range of listener questions about product recommendations, skincare routines, in-clinic tips, and personal anecdotes. The discussion is rich in product knowledge, practical takeaways, and genuine, humorous banter, making it valuable for professionals and skincare enthusiasts alike.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

In-Clinic Tips for Enhanced Client Experience

• Microneedling Anxiety Relief (00:24):
  Savanna recommends using a small vibrating tool on a client's neck during microneedling to reduce anxiety—"Even if they're numbed really good... it eases their anxiety so much."
• Soothing Post-Treatment (00:48):
  She prefers cooled SD wipes instead of warm ones post-procedure to soothe skin, especially after treatments that generate heat like lasers and microneedling.

Rapid-Fire Q&A: Product Recommendations & Routines

• How/When to Use Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO) (01:32):
  Apply BPO before moisturizer, wait 10 minutes to prevent deactivation; start with 2.5% strength and use a pea-sized amount. Gradual acclimation is important, especially for sensitive skin.

• Plated Intense Serum Review (02:23):
  "I've seen it literally heal scars on people—PIE marks, broken capillaries, which is insane for a topical product." Backed by Mayo Clinic; efficacy and ethical sourcing noted.

• Savanna's Non-Negotiable Products (03:48):

  • Morning exfoliant
  • Ondo serum (am), Alpharet (pm)
  • CBD mist
  • Carboxy mousse
  • Sunscreen

• Shower Routine & Masking (04:08):
  Uses anti-anxiety aromatherapy scrubs and always applies hydrating masks in the shower to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL):
  "If you're taking a hot, steamy shower and not protecting your skin... you're doing it wrong.... [Wearing a mask] pushes that mask deeper into your skin and you're going to walk out like a juicy grape instead of a shriveled up raisin."

Product Deep-Dives

• Exfoliant Scrub Guide (05:50):

  • Papaya: Least exfoliating, liquid consistency
  • Cinnamon: Medium, very aromatic
  • Mint Renewal: Most exfoliating, "wake you the fuck up"

• Favorite Perfume (06:45):
  "Balm of Calm" by Penhaligon's and "Scenic Rose"—"It's like walking through a strawberry patch with a matcha in your hand and rose petals flying in the wind."

• Best Eye Cream for Brightness & Hydration (08:27):
  Irenu from Hydrinity (peptides for fat pad support and brightness)

• Post-Accutane Routine (08:41):
  Ondo (am), Alpharet (pm), carboxy mousse on top.
  "Those three steps are so great post-Accutane.... For someone that just wants all the benefits... but a simple regimen."

• Sebaceous Filament Control (09:07):
  Can't be eradicated, but can be minimized:

  • Prelude cleanser
  • Oxygen Deep Pore Mask + Detoxifying Scrub (3x/week nose, 1-2x/week full face unless very oily)
  • Salty toner and clearing serum

Counterfeit Skincare Awareness

• Skinbetter Counterfeits (10:20):
  Buy direct only—"Everything's counterfeit, babe. Everything is a lie. The world's counterfeit up until our government is counterfeit."
  Valid sources: skinbetter.com and savannaboda.com

Volume Loss & New SkinBetter Product Launch

• Brand-New SkinBetter Serum (15:43-19:02):
  Behind-the-scenes on a new hyaluronic acid/alpha-lipoic acid conjugate serum formulated to mimic filler for skin volume, not just hydration.
  • Quote: "It's just really amazing how this actually like plumps up the skin and makes your skin look so sculpted and lifted. Like you got filler." (17:28, Savanna)
  • Designed by original founder Jonah Shacknai prior to L'Oréal acquisition.
  • Quote: "This is not really about hydration. This is about volume." (18:40, Savanna)
  • Early clinical feedback and personal result anecdotes.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Skincare Product Rotation (15:01):
  "No, but you can switch up one or two things in your regimen after, you know, six or seven months. But like your core products, you don't really need to do that." (Savanna)

• On Post-Spa and House Construction Stress (21:11):
  "I've had to pay so much cash, though, on this house because our construction loan was not right... It's just a lot of... I don't want to sound like I'm complaining. I'm so grateful and thankful... but it is also, for anyone that has built a home, it's work. Even when you have help." (22:58, Savanna)

• Book Recommendation (24:39):
  "I don't really be reading... I've read the Bible. I've read Think and Grow Richer. I've read The Four Agreements against my will... but I think the best experience is living." (24:39, Savanna)

Selected Timestamps for Major Segments

• Instant Client Calming Tips (00:24–01:24)
• Key Q&A—BPO, Plated Serum, Non-negotiables (01:32–03:48)
• Shower Hydration & Mask Routine (04:08–05:50)
• Physical Scrub Comparisons (05:50–06:28)
• Perfume Favorites (06:40–08:16)
• Eye Creams & Post-Accutane Tips (08:27–09:07)
• Skincare Counterfeits & Safe Buying Advice (10:00–11:10)
• In-depth: New Filler-Inspired SkinBetter Launch (15:43–19:02)
• Business, House Building, & Mindset (19:23–24:39)

Product & Supplement Recommendations

• Volume Loss & Plumping:
  SkinBetter’s new hyaluronic acid/alpha-lipoic acid conjugate serum
• Best Affordable Retinoid:
  Face Reality
• General Wellness:
  Symbiotica: Glutathione and elderberry
• Eye Care:
  Hydrinity Irenu
• Exfoliants:
  Epicurean Papaya, Cinnamon, Mint Renewal scrubs
• Sun Care:
  Lipid Shield sunscreen
• Setting Sprays:
  Say Spray, Iconic London, Color Science Hydrating Mist

Tone and Style

The episode maintains Savanna’s signature candid, humorous, and informative style. The banter between co-hosts adds levity, while the content is densely packed with clinical expertise and real-world product advice. The overall tone is friendly, approachable, and straightforward, with moments of genuine warmth and encouragement for listeners.

For New Listeners

This episode is a rich resource for anyone seeking credible, contemporary advice on anti-aging products for volume loss, effective routines, and practical ways to maximize both results and client comfort. Whether you are an industry professional, a skincare enthusiast, or simply curious about modern medical aesthetics, Savanna’s perspective is invaluable.

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