DermFx: The Ultimate Podcast Experience

Groupon Scams That Can Make You Go BLIND

In this wild and eye-opening episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, teams up with Amber Johnson, the skincare guru behind Facial Lounge, to expose the terrifying truths about discount aesthetic treatments. From fillers and Botox to laser procedures, they uncover the real cost of chasing a deal on Groupon—and trust us, it’s not worth it. Think occlusions, blindness, and even internal organ damage thanks to shady off-brand lasers straight out of China. Yikes!

Erin and Amber don’t hold back as they dissect the risks of letting untrained hands near your face (or any other body part). Plus, they react to a jaw-dropping DIY disaster where a man attempts to inject hyaluronic acid under his eyes with an air gun! Spoiler alert: You’ll want to call 9-1-1 just hearing about it.

If you’ve ever considered cutting corners to save a buck, this episode will have you running straight to the professionals. Tune in for expert advice, horror stories, and a whole lot of laughs—because some things are just better left to the pros!

When Plastic Surgery Goes Way Too Far

 

Host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx, teams up with Amber Johnson, founder of Facial Lounge, for a no-holds-barred discussion about the hairy (and not-so-hairy) truths we all think about but rarely talk about! Nothing’s off-limits in this beauty breakdown. 

From too much hair to not enough, they dish out the best treatments for everything from laser hair removal to PRP for thinning hair—and ponder whether a cure for balding is anywhere in sight. 

But that’s not all—get ready for jaw-dropping stories about extreme body modifications and plastic surgery trends that might make you clutch your pearls (or reach for your Botox). Expect laughs, gasps, and plenty of “Did they really do that?!” moments as these two beauty pros pull back the curtain on the bizarre and fascinating world of aesthetics. 

Laser Horror Stories & The Truth Behind Botox Alternatives

This week, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, gets candid about the unexpected hazards of a career in aesthetics—because who knew years of injecting gallons of Botox could leave you with “injector hand”?

She’s joined by Amber Johnson, founder of Facial Lounge, to deep dive into what’s hot and what’s not in the aesthetics industry and rate those too-good-to-be-true at-home devices that have taken over TikTok. Spoiler alert: not all that glitters is gold.

They tackle the highs and lows of IPL and CO2 lasers (pro tip: pain-free isn’t always better!) and watch laser nightmares that left one women with no pigmentation. 

This episode is the perfect blend of laughs, lessons, and luxe beauty tips!

From Philanthropy to Filler Fails: Beauty’s Best and Worst

In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, shares the story behind her true passion: philanthropy. Erin opens up about the foundation she started many years ago to support orphans and homeless children in Mexico and discusses the upcoming Christmas event to bring joy and hope to these kids.

Joining Erin is her long-time best friend and mother of five, Marilyn Russell. Together, they swap heartfelt stories about their shared love for giving back and brainstorm ways to make this holiday season extra special for the orphans.

But it’s not all serious! Erin and Marilyn dive into some of the wildest trends in the world of aesthetics. From Marilyn's take on the latest lip filler obsessions to their jaw-dropping reactions to scary surgical trends like eye color-changing procedures and the bizarre practice of breast cupping, no topic is off-limits in this lively conversation.

This episode is a mix of meaningful inspiration, candid opinions, and a dose of fun as these two best friends explore the many facets of beauty and humanity.

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Beauty Scams Uncovered: The Dark Side of Counterfeit Products

In this episode, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, is joined by Amber, owner of Facial Lounge, to reveal the shocking dangers of fake beauty products and treatments. From counterfeit Botox and sketchy makeup to fraudulent chemotherapy, they delve into real-life horror stories, including a woman who went to a Medspa for a routine fat-loss treatment only to contract a flesh-eating disease from bunk injections. Erin and Amber also react to viral TikTok disasters, like botched filler and DIY dermaplaning gone wrong. Tune in to learn how to protect yourself in the world of beauty where "too good to be true" can have serious consequences. 

Hey Moms! This is Your Sign to Prioritize Yourself!

Calling all moms juggling carpools, sports bags, and endless snack duty! This episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, is joined by her bestie, Marilyn Russell—a supermom of five boys and queen of the hockey rink! Together, they dive into the real struggle of finding balance amidst family chaos and share their secrets to feeling fabulous along the way. Erin spills her top 3 beauty hacks that are fast, affordable, and mom-approved, while Marilyn opens up about how DermFx helps her glow even when life feels like a nonstop rollercoaster. And to keep things interesting, the duo reacts to some jaw-dropping (and dangerous!) DIY beauty trends that will make you cringe. Don't miss out on this fun, feel-good reminder that it's okay to put yourself first. 🎧

Do Cats Get Pimples Too?

In this episode, we’re throwing it back to Botox in the 90’s and when people wanted to harvest fat from family members to use as fillers. We’ll also dive into some wild TikTok nightmares that will have you gasping and cringing. Get ready for a fun mix of beauty history, bizarre treatments, and reactions you won’t want to miss!