In today’s episode of Polished Beauty podcast, we explore the science and growing popularity of NAD therapy—a treatment gaining attention in the worlds of longevity, aesthetics, and high-performance wellness.

From IV infusions to oral precursors like NMN and NR, NAD is being marketed as a powerful tool for boosting energy, enhancing cellular repair, and slowing the aging process. But what does the science actually say?

Dr. Daisy Ayim breaks down:

• The role of NAD in mitochondrial function and metabolism
• Why NAD levels decline with age
• The differences between IV therapy, injections, and supplements
• The truth behind the hype—and who this therapy is really for

This episode delivers a clear, science-backed perspective on one of today’s most talked-about wellness trends. Let's get polished

In today’s beauty culture, we’re doing more to our skin than ever—lasers, peels, injectables, and endless skincare routines. But what if all of that is masking something deeper?

In this episode of Polished Beauty, I sit down with Dr. Oben Ojong—board-certified dermatologist, Mohs surgeon, and founder of Reve Dermatology—to explore the critical intersection of aesthetics and diagnosis. From overlooked skin cancers to hormonal imbalances showing up on the face, this conversation challenges the idea that everything on your skin is “just cosmetic.”

We dive into:

• The hidden medical conditions behind common skin concerns
• When aesthetic treatments can delay real diagnoses
• The warning signs of skin cancer you should never ignore
• How hormones, stress, and lifestyle show up on your skin
• Why “perfect skin” doesn’t always mean healthy skin

If you’ve ever treated your skin without fully understanding it, this episode is your reset.

Because your skin isn’t just cosmetic- it's clinical. Let's get polished!

For years, beauty was defined by what we could see — flawless skin, a sculpted body, and the latest aesthetic treatments. But science is revealing a deeper truth: the future of beauty starts inside your metabolism.

In this episode of Polished Beauty, Dr. Daisy Ayim explores the powerful connection between metabolic health, aging, skin quality, body composition, and longevity.

From blood sugar regulation and inflammation to muscle mass and mitochondrial health, your metabolism plays a central role in how you look, feel, and age.

Dr. Ayim breaks down:

• What metabolic health really means • How poor metabolic health accelerates aging • Why insulin resistance affects skin, hormones, and body composition • The impact of the GLP-1 era on modern beauty standards • The five pillars of metabolic beauty • Why muscle may be one of the most powerful anti-aging tools we have

If the old beauty standard focused on appearance, the new beauty standard focuses on cellular health.

Because true beauty isn't just skin deep — it's metabolic. Let's get polished!

Women live longer than men — but they also experience more chronic disease, more autoimmune disorders, more disability, and more years in poor health.

This paradox is known as the Feminine Longevity Gap.

On this episode of the Polished Beauty Podcast, Dr. Daisy Ayim explores the science behind why women outlive men but often suffer more health challenges later in life.

From the protective power of estrogen and the biology of the X chromosome to the hormonal cliff of menopause, autoimmune disease, brain aging, and the hidden role of medical bias, this conversation dives deep into the complex biology shaping women’s longevity.

Dr. Ayim also breaks down how women can close the healthspan gap through metabolic health, muscle preservation, hormone optimization, and preventive medicine.

Because the goal is not just to live longer — it's to live stronger.

Welcome to Polished Beauty, where ambition meets empowerment. Let's get polished!

GLP-1 medications are powerful tools — but they are not complete treatment plans.

In this episode, Dr. Daisy Ayim explores the metabolic, hormonal, and aesthetic consequences of rapid weight loss and explains why muscle preservation, protein optimization, resistance training, and medical supervision are critical for long-term success. This is weight loss done right. Let's get polished!

In this episode of Polished Beauty, I sit down with board-certified oculoplastic surgeon Dr. Soheila Rostami to break down skincare by decade — from your 20s to your 60s and beyond.

What should you prioritize in your 20s? What changes in your 30s? When do collagen loss, volume shifts, and skin laxity truly begin to show?

We walk through each decade and share the top three expert recommendations for prevention, correction, and long-term facial health.

This is not influencer skincare. This is surgical-level insight simplified for real women who want to age intelligently.

Whether you're focused on prevention, maintenance, or refinement — this episode gives you a strategic roadmap for your face at every stage of life.

Because pro-aging is about precision, not panic. Let's get polished

Peptides are everywhere right now — from fat loss and muscle building to sexual health and anti-aging. But what are they really? And are they safe?

In this episode, Dr. Daisy Ayim sits down with Dr. Raheleh "Rahi" Sarbaziha, a leading integrative physician from Beverly Hills — often called the “Queen of Peptides” — to unpack the science behind peptide therapy.

We explore:

• How peptides function as cellular messengers • Their role in metabolic optimization • Peptides vs GLP-1 medications • Regenerative applications in skin and sexual health • Safety, sourcing, and ethical prescribing

This is a sophisticated, evidence-informed conversation about where medicine is heading — and how women can approach peptide therapy with clarity, strategy, and empowerment.

Palm oil is often misunderstood—but metabolically, it’s one of the most stable cooking fats used globally. You should be consuming palm oil but why isn't it prominent on our grocery shelves?

In this episode, Dr. Daisy Ayim explains why palm oil is not a seed oil, how it differs from highly processed industrial oils, and why its fatty acid profile makes it better suited for heat and everyday cooking. We also explore how history, global trade, and environmental narratives shaped palm oil’s reputation—often overshadowing its nutritional strengths.

This conversation reframes palm oil as a culturally rooted, widely used, and metabolically sound fat for food, medicine and skin.

If you’re looking for a smarter, balanced perspective on palm oil fats—without fear or extremes—this episode offers clarity.