{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Science Behind Making Skincare with Rhode's Cosmetic Chemist: Ron Robinson","description":"In this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi sits down with cosmetic chemist and beauty brand founder Ron Robinson\u2014the brain behind cult-favorite products and a key player in building brands like Rhode and his own line, BeautyStat to reveal what really goes into creating the skincare products you love. From idea to lab to store shelves, Ron shares the behind-the-scenes process of formulating cult favorites, the science that makes them work, and the secrets of building a beauty hit. &amp;nbsp; Timeline of what was discussed: 00:00 \u2013 Introduction 1:28 \u2013 Ron Robinson's Background 3:02 \u2013 AziMD Informational Ad 4:13 \u2013 The Science Behind the Formulation of Skincare 6:17 \u2013 Testing Formulations 8:47 \u2013 Navigating Rhode and BeautyStat 10:40 \u2013 Myths about Skincare Knowledge 11:00 \u2013 Beef Tallow 12:53 \u2013 What Consumers Should Question 15:56 \u2013 DIY Skincare 18:33 \u2013 What Makes A Product Worth It? 20:45 \u2013 Ron's Most Proud Product 23:11\u2013 Future of Skincare 25:50 \u2013 10 Step Skincare Routines? 25:50 \u2013 Hyaluronic acid 28:15 \u2013 Rapid Fire Questions  ______________________________________________________________ Follow Ron Robinson on Instagram:&amp;nbsp;@ronrobinsoncosmeticchemist Follow BeautyStat on Instagram: @beautystat Follow Ron Robinson on TikTok:&amp;nbsp;@roncosmeticchemist  Ron Robinson is a veteran cosmetic chemist, founder of BeautyStat, and a leading voice in skincare innovation. With a background at Clinique and as a formulator for Rhode, he is widely recognized for developing one of the most effective stabilized Vitamin C serums on the market. Through his science-driven approach, Robinson continues to shape the future of skincare by making cutting-edge formulations accessible and effective. Submit your questions for the podcast to Dr. Azi on Instagram @morethanaprettyfacepodcast, @skinbydrazi, on YouTube, and TikTok @skinbydrazi. Email morethanaprettyfacepodcast@gmail.com. Shop skincare at https:\/\/azimdskincare.com and learn more about the practice at https:\/\/www.lajollalaserderm.com\/ The content of this podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes and does not constitute formal medical advice. \u00a9 Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD. ","author_name":"More Than a Pretty Face","author_url":"https:\/\/morethanaprettyface.libsyn.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38005790\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38005790"}