Show Notes
EP 49. Are you taking collagen, layering on hyaluronic acid, and investing in skincare—but still wondering what actually supports long-term skin health? In this episode, I am joined by Lily Shapiro, PharmD, founder of ATIKA, a science-backed nutritional skin supplement, to talk about skin longevity, beauty supplements, and what it really means to support your skin from the inside out. Dr. Shapiro brings a unique perspective as a pharmacist, former Wall Street professional, and founder of a supplement brand built around the science of skin aging. We get into the truth about collagen supplements, the skin barrier, how oxidative stress impacts aging, and what consumers should look for before trusting any supplement label.
In this episode:
- The four-pillar framework for understanding what's actually driving your skin to age
- What most people get wrong about collagen supplements
- Why calling hyaluronic acid "hydrating" is technically incorrect and what it actually does for your skin
- The one antioxidant Dr. Shapiro says she'd take if she could only choose one supplement for the rest of her life
- How sun exposure, pollution, stress, alcohol, and sleep deprivation impact skin
- Why supplement dose, form, and third-party testing matter
- Red flags to look for when shopping for beauty and wellness supplements
Resources:
- Learn more about ATIKA: atikawellness.com
- Follow @atika.wellness on Instagram
- Read Lily's blog articles on astaxanthin, glutathione, and ceramides vs. hyaluronic acid at atikawellness.com
- Third-party supplement testing: ConsumerLab.com
Guest Bio
Lily Shapiro, PharmD, is the founder of ATIKA, a supplement brand focused on skin longevity and inside-out beauty. She holds a doctorate in pharmacy and spent years working on Wall Street before creating ATIKA. After entering her 40s and noticing changes in her own skin, Dr. Shapiro began researching the biological drivers of skin aging and developed a comprehensive approach centered on a 4-part framework: collagen integrity, antioxidant balance, lipid barrier support, and mitochondrial function. Today, she is helping consumers think beyond quick fixes and hero ingredients by bringing a more research-driven, systems-based approach to skin health.
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