Larsa Pippen from The Real Housewives of Miami Joins the Beauty Scene
On this episode of The Dr. Randi Show, we introduce Beauty Scene, a new series bringing a more candid lens to the conversations driving beauty and aesthetics today.
Dr. Randi Boyette is joined by Larsa Pippen, one of the most recognizable faces from The Real Housewives of Miami, alongside co-host Debbie Berman for an insider conversation on the trends shaping aesthetics right now.
Aesthetics is having a reset, and everyone can feel it.
From the return of the facelift to the quiet pullback from overfilled faces, this conversation moves through what’s happening in real time; what’s changing, what’s being questioned, and what women are no longer willing to ignore.
Inside the episode:
• Why facelifts are becoming more visible, more accepted, and more openly discussed
• Why filler dissolving has become part of the new aesthetic reset
• What it really takes to get natural results in an era of filters and unrealistic expectations
• The shift toward skin health; from lasers and retinol to red light therapy and daily routine
• The at-home devices and skincare products actually worth your time
Plus, a real-world breakdown of standout products from NewBeauty’s Luxury Beauty Box; what made the cut, what surprised us, and what’s earned a permanent spot in the routine.
This is beauty talk with opinions, honesty, humor, and just enough edge to make it addictive.
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Episode FAQ
What is the first episode of The Beauty Scene on The Dr. Randi Show about?
This is the debut episode of The Beauty Scene, a patient-experience and hot-topics segment of The Dr. Randi Show hosted by Dr. Randi Boyette, with co-host Debbie Berman and guest Larsa Pippen of The Real Housewives of Miami. The conversation is a casual roundtable about the aesthetics trends people are talking about right now, including the rise of celebrity facelifts and the new openness around them, dissolving facial filler, how GLP-1 weight-loss medications are changing faces and bodies, skin health as the new luxury, lasers and at-home devices, peptides, and regenerative treatments like exosomes. NewBeauty is credited as the show’s sponsor. Everything shared reflects the guests’ personal experiences and opinions rather than medical guidance.
Why are celebrities being more open about getting facelifts now?
On this episode of The Beauty Scene, Larsa Pippen and co-host Debbie Berman discussed how facelifts have shifted from something kept private to something celebrities now talk about openly, sometimes even sharing what they spent. They pointed to public transformations like Kris Jenner’s and Demi Moore’s as examples that helped normalize the conversation. In their view, this new transparency feels refreshing and reflects facelifts becoming more socially accepted, though they also noted that filtered photos on social media can set unrealistic expectations. These are their personal observations rather than statements of fact.
At what age are people getting facelifts, and is 35 too young?
Larsa Pippen observed that people are starting facelifts younger than they used to, with some friends booking mini facelifts as early as 35. She shared her personal view that starting earlier can mean more skin elasticity and a result that looks like a fresher version of yourself, while cautioning against waiting so long that the change becomes obvious. Host Dr. Randi Boyette noted that many plastic surgeons who have appeared on the show describe the early 50s as a common sweet spot, when signs of aging tend to show more. This reflects their personal opinions and one show’s anecdotal experience, not a recommendation for any individual.
Do facelift results last forever, and does the surgical technique matter?
Larsa Pippen and Debbie Berman agreed that a facelift is not a one-and-done fix. In their experience, how long results last depends heavily on the surgeon and the technique, and deeper, more involved approaches tend to last longer than surface-level work, though they come with more downtime. They also stressed that a facelift does not replace ongoing maintenance, and that treatments like Botox, lasers, and good skincare still matter afterward. Age and skin elasticity affect how long results hold as well. These points reflect their personal experiences and are not medical advice.
Why are people dissolving their facial filler, and should filler be dissolved before a facelift?
A recurring theme in this episode was regret about years of filler. Larsa Pippen and Debbie Berman shared that filler can last far longer than the six months people once expected, and can migrate or build up over time, sometimes leaving the face looking overfilled. Host Dr. Randi Boyette relayed that surgeons on the show have said they prefer dissolving filler before a facelift so they can work with a clean canvas, and Larsa Pippen added that an ultrasound can help locate filler that has moved, since it can sit deeper than it looks. She framed dissolving as a gradual, area-by-area process rather than doing everything at once. This reflects their personal experiences, not medical guidance.
How are GLP-1 medications like Ozempic changing people’s faces and bodies?
Larsa Pippen and Debbie Berman talked about how significant weight loss from GLP-1 medications can change the way the face and body look, effects popularly nicknamed Ozempic face and Ozempic body. They shared personal observations that rapid weight loss can lead to facial volume loss and a skinny-but-not-toned look when people stop exercising, and they encouraged preserving muscle through continued fitness. The conversation also touched on emerging next-generation options said to help preserve muscle that are still in clinical trials. They recognized these medications can be genuinely helpful for many people while cautioning against taking them too far. These are personal opinions, not medical advice.
Why is skin health being called the new luxury in aesthetics?
Larsa Pippen and Debbie Berman described a shift from simply layering on products toward genuine skin health, treating the skin as an organ that reflects sleep, hydration, nutrition, and habits like smoking and drinking. In their experience, understanding how and when to use products, cycling different actives, and adding tools like red light therapy has let them rely on fewer in-office treatments over time. They also emphasized that healthy skin helps treatments like lasers work better, and connected good skin health to the current no-makeup, glowing-skin trend. This reflects their personal routines and views, not medical advice.
What should you know before and after laser skin treatments?
Larsa Pippen and Debbie Berman shared that lasers can be effective but ask for commitment before and after. In their experience, lasers can leave skin more porous and sun-sensitive, so diligent sunblock and sun avoidance are important to protect the results. They also noted that it can take time and trial to find which lasers actually work for you, since results tend to be gradual rather than immediate. Debbie Berman mentioned using exosomes after laser treatments to help with redness and recovery. These points reflect their personal experiences and are not medical advice.
Are at-home beauty devices and red light therapy masks worth it?
Larsa Pippen is a fan of at-home devices, including red light therapy masks and at-home lasers for things like hair removal and small red spots, mostly for the convenience of caring for skin between office visits. The main caution she and Debbie Berman raised was quality: they shared that many inexpensive online devices do very little, and that investing in a well-reviewed or medical-grade device tends to be worth it. Host Dr. Randi Boyette noted that her medical-grade mask only takes a few minutes a night. This reflects their personal preferences and experiences, not a product endorsement or medical advice.
Are peptides safe to use for skin and recovery?
Larsa Pippen discussed peptides for skin and post-workout recovery as an area of interest, while sharing a personal note of caution. She explained that she finds them hard to stay consistent with, and, more importantly, cautioned that because long-term research is still limited, she would want to rule out any underlying health concerns before using them. Debbie Berman added that she has had good results with peptides and is trying a few herself. The overall tone was to do your homework and go slowly. This reflects their personal opinions and experiences, not medical advice, and anyone considering peptides should speak with a qualified professional.
