Mel Robbins
#1 Dermatologist: The Ultimate Skincare Routine for Amazing Skin
For the first time ever on The Mel Robbins Podcast, Mel is sitting down with a world-renowned dermatologist.
Whether you’re dealing with acne, aging skin, redness, fine lines, or you’re just overwhelmed and don't know what to do with the products that are clogging your bathroom drawers, this episode is for you.
If you’re at a moment in your life where your skin is out of control, you don’t look like yourself, and you don’t feel like there's anything you can do, Dr. Shereene Idriss is going to assure you that there is absolutely always something you can do. And today, you’re going to learn exactly what that is.
Today, Dr. Shereene Idriss, MD, one of the most trusted dermatologists in the world, is here with the science, the 3 specific steps, and the no-BS truth on what works… and what doesn’t.
What helps your skin and what hurts it.
What’s worth your money and what isn’t.
In today’s episode, you’re going to learn the science-backed way to take care of your skin, boost confidence, and feel better from the inside out.
All of the questions Dr. Idriss' answers in this episode come directly from the listeners of this show.
If you have ever wondered:
Why am I getting acne as an adult, and what can I do about it?
How do I get rid of my sagging jowls?
How should I wash my face?
What are the skincare ingredients that actually work?
How do I take care of aging skin?
She’ll cover everything from collagen and sagging jowls to actives, acne, injectables, and how much money you should really be spending on skincare.
And she doesn’t just list problems - she gives you clear, practical solutions you’ve probably never heard before.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
-The shocking thing that happens to your skin at 44
-The difference between Botox and filler
-The 3 lifestyle habits that affect your skin health
-Deal with adult acne: why it happens, common triggers, and the first step to calm your skin down fast
-Simplify skincare down to the 3 core categories every routine needs
-How to wash your face (most people get this wrong)
-Figure out whether you have “sensitive skin” or reactive skin
If you put what she teaches you into practice, you’ll stop guessing, stop wasting money, and start feeling confident in your skin again.
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I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode.
In this episode:
00:00 Meet the Guest
01:57 What Your Skin Reveals About Your Health
5:11 Why is Skin Health Important for Overall Health?
11:29 The 3 Skincare Products You Need for Amazing Skin
13:49 What Does Your Skin Need to Be Healthy
15:46 What Skincare is Actually Necessary?
17:07 How to Wash Your Face Correctly
22:36 What SPF Should You Use Every Day?
26:43 What Is The Most Damaging Thing For Your Skin
32:22 The Skincare Steps You Should Never Skip
37:10 Do Serums and Actives Really Work?
39:11 What Most People Get Wrong About Sensitive Skin
43:29 What Can Trigger Acne The Most
50:37 At What Age Does Skin Age the Most?
54:53 Simple Steps to Accepting Your Aging Looks
59:42 Are Plastic Surgery or Injectables Necessary?
01:05:27 How to Boost Your Collagen
01:07:28 At What Age Should You Get Botox?
01:10:07 Change Your Relationship With Your Skin
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Published Feb 26, 2026
