Board Certified Cosmetic Dermatologist Dr. Azadeh Shirazi, or "Dr. Azi," takes listeners more than skin deep by answering patient questions, interviewing experts and taking us behind the scenes of her practice. Learn about injectables, entrepreneurship, skincare secrets, lasting success, relationships, lasers and living in La Jolla with one of the most in-demand derms in So Cal.
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Should you get a facelift in your 40s—or can fillers, Botox, and lasers keep you looking younger for years to come? In this episode of More Than a Pretty Face, Dr. Azi sits down with renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. Melanie Malone to unpack one of the biggest questions in aesthetics: When is the right time for a facelift? Together, they discuss how the face changes through every decade of life,…
In this episode of More Than a Pretty Face, Dr. Azi sits down with longtime patient and Coyote Ugly founder, Liliana Lovell, for an honest conversation about aging, aesthetics, and what beauty treatments are actually worth the investment. Drawing from over a decade of working together, they discuss botox, lasers, fillers, skincare, social media trends, and how beauty standards have evolved over…
In this episode of More Than a Pretty Face, Dr. Azi sits down with double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Amir Moradi to unpack one of the most talked-about topics in aesthetics: fillers, facelifts, biostimulators, and skin-tightening devices. Together, they break down what patients really need to know about filler migration, the "overfilled" look, Sculptra, Radiesse, RF microneedling,…
In this episode of More Than a Pretty Face, Dr. Azi and Lacie dive into sun safety, skin cancer awareness, sunscreen myths, and the importance of early detection. In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and with support from the Melanoma Research Foundation, this episode breaks down what you need to know about melanoma, SPF, tanning, and protecting your skin all summer long. Timeline of what was…
In this episode of More Than a Pretty Face, Dr. Azi sits down with renowned OBGYN, Dr. Thais Aliabadi for a powerful, unfiltered conversation on women's health, advocacy, and the realities many patients face within today's healthcare system. From her personal journey with breast cancer to the widespread dismissal of women's symptoms, Dr. Aliabadi shares why truly understanding your body and…
In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi sits down with board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Arisa Ortiz, to break down the science behind skin tightening and today's most popular non-invasive treatments. They discuss how collagen changes with age, how ultrasound technology like Softwave works, and how it compares to other options like Ultherapy and RF microneedling. The conversation also…
In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi and Nurse Lacie answer listener-submitted questions on skin health, beauty, and wellness. From hormonal acne and oily skin routines to acne scarring, laser treatments, and red light therapy, they break down what actually works and what's worth skipping. The conversation also explores regenerative treatments like Sculptra, practical tips for hair…
In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi and Nurse Lacie reflect on the biggest beauty, skincare, and wellness trends of 2025 and decide which ones should be left behind. From wellness becoming the new status symbol to the rise (and risks) of injectable peptides, skin boosters, and longevity treatments, they break down what's exciting, what's overhyped, and what truly works. The…
In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi speaks with two leading dermatology experts about modern aesthetic and hair restoration treatments. First, Beverly Hills cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Ardalan Minokadeh shares how neuromodulators, fillers, and facial contouring should be approached differently in men. Then, New York–based dermatologist Dr. Marc Avram breaks down evidence-based hair…
In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi talks with Dr. Omar Ibrahimi about the newest acne innovations, including 1726 nm lasers like AviClear and Acure, and why fractional resurfacing remains a top-value treatment. They compare laser technology to Accutane, discuss benefits for oily skin and sebaceous hyperplasia, and end with rapid-fire questions and insights on how deeply skin…
