DermFx: The Ultimate Podcast Experience

In this episode, host Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, is joined by Amber Johnson of Facial Lounge to dive into some of the most shocking and heartbreaking stories in aesthetics. 

They start with the curious case of Brandi Glanville—the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star who claims a parasite is doing gymnastics under her skin, causing major changes to her face. On top of that, she’s missing a lot of teeth, which has altered her facial structure, leaving many wondering what’s really going on. 

But the discussion takes an even more serious turn with the story of a woman who went blind from a nose filler injection—a rare but devastating complication. Even more disturbing? The doctor who injected her refused to help, leaving her desperate for care. 

Erin and Amber also open up about their own personal experiences with surgeries gone wrong and the lack of proper aftercare from doctors. Shamefully some doctors are more than happy to take people’s money but disappear when things don’t go as planned. 

From shocking celebrity cases to real-life patient experiences, this episode sheds light on the risks of aesthetic procedures, the importance of choosing the right provider, and the need for better patient care in the industry. 

 

Are we villainizing aging as a society? Or are we just prioritizing skin health and ways to age gracefully? In this episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, sits down with her bestie Amber Johnson to spill the tea on which 2025 aesthetic trends need to die 2024 and which ones are absolute musts this year. 

Erin gets real about Sculptra, the biostimulator that’s been life-changing for some of her patients. Especially the ones suffering from life-threatening diseases. Erin and Amber react to an influencer who hates the idea of Botox, Fillers, or even anti-aging in general - and you'll be shocked to learn why! 

Hit play and let the unfiltered beauty banter begin! 

Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, and founder of DermFx Medical Spa, is joined by special guest Scott, who spills his jaw-dropping stories of cosmetic treatments gone wildly wrong in the plastic surgery hotspots of Beverly Hills and Newport Beach. From a procedure that landed him in the hospital to another that left him feeling like a real-life ogre, Scott doesn’t hold back on busting open the truth about aesthetics. 

Together, Erin and Scott dive into jaw-dropping videos featuring Botulism-like illnesses, teflon gore-tex removals, and the aftermath of silicone botched BBLs. Erin sheds light on why permanent treatments can create permanent problems. 

Get ready for an episode full of shocking tales, outrageous moments, and plenty of laughs—you won’t believe what you’re about to watch! 

In this laugh-out-loud episode, Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, founder of DermFx Medical Spa, teams up with Amber Johnson from Facial Lounge to dive into the ultimate beauty industry debate: How young is too young for cosmetic treatments? Living in California, these beauty pros have seen everything—from babies getting acne facials to disastrous DIY chemical peels that could double as horror movie plots. 

What would you do if a mom demanded you change their child’s face? And could you hate a tattoo of your ex so much that you’d literally burn it off with chemicals? Spoiler alert: someone did, and Erin and Amber’s reactions are priceless. But it’s not all cringe-worthy! Surprisingly, there’s one bizarre DIY hack for wrinkles they both think might actually work— but you’ll need to tune in because you would never believe it if we told you.  

Join us for another wild ride through the wacky, wonderful, and occasionally horrifying world of aesthetics. 

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!

 

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. 

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!

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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