Dr. Sarah Villafranco: Sensitive Skin SOS, Clean Beauty Myths, Eczema + Toxophobia

In this episode of The Art of Being Well, Dr. Will Cole is joined by Dr. Sarah Villafranco, a former emergency medicine physician turned artisanal skincare expert. Together, they explore her inspiring journey from the ER to founding her own skincare brand, Osmia. Dr. Villafranco shares how personal struggles with skin conditions like perioral dermatitis guided her approach to creating effective and gentle products. They dive into the epidemic of sensitive skin, the science behind common triggers, and simple ways to support skin health. Plus, they discuss the dangers of “toxophobia” and the importance of finding balance in the clean beauty movement. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast. Visit osmiaskincare.com and use code WILLCOLE for 20% off your first purchase. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Sponsors:Visit osmiaskincare.com and use code WILLCOLE for 20% off your first purchase.Go to Quince.com/willcole for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.VEGAMOUR.com/willcole, code willcole to save twenty percent on your first orderResist aging at the cellular level, try Qualia Senolytic. Go to Qualialife.com/WILLCOLE for 50% off and use code WILLCOLE at check out for an additional 15% off.  Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.