# Episode 15: NYC Wellness Culture, GLP-1 Controversy, Skincare Hot Takes with Fitness Influencer Ceren Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/derm-next-door-7288426/episode-15-nyc-wellness-culture-glp-1-controversy-skincare-hot-takes-with-fitness-influencer-ceren Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/derm-next-door-7288426/episode-15-nyc-wellness-culture-glp-1-controversy-skincare-hot-takes-with-fitness-influencer-ceren.md Podcast: [Derm Next Door](https://stenobird.com/podcast/derm-next-door-7288426) Published: 2026-03-09T22:28:20+00:00 Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/derm-next-door/2614276 Audio file: https://content.rss.com/episodes/324750/2614276/derm-next-door/2026_03_11_10_36_59_e8098e80-321b-4ad9-acbf-a7a32dbea4a3.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/derm-next-door-7288426/episodes/episode-15-nyc-wellness-culture-glp-1-controversy-skincare-hot-takes-with-fitness-influencer-ceren Duration seconds: 3415 ## Resource In this episode of Derm Next Door , board-certified dermatologists Dr. Ali Dempsey and Dr. Reem welcome their first ever guest : fitness trainer, Equinox instructor, and wellness influencer Ceren Together they dive into the intersection of NYC wellness culture, skincare trends, and influencer beauty routines . From GLP-1 weight loss medications to Sculptra, Botox, and viral skincare hacks , the conversation gets honest about what’s actually worth it-and what dermatologists are side-eyeing. They also break down Ceren's real skincare routine (and give it a brutally honest derm score), discuss the pressure of influencer culture, and explore how wellness trends differ between New York, Los Angeles, and social media . Plus: rapid-fire Derm Hot Takes on trending beauty and wellness topics. Topics we cover: • GLP-1 weight loss drugs and unexpected side effects • The rise of Sculptra and biostimulatory fillers • Viral skincare trends dermatologists don’t love • Botox in your 20s-yes or no? • Wellness culture in NYC vs LA • The influencer brand trip world • Ice rolling, mouth taping, red light masks, collagen supplements • Skincare routine mistakes dermatologists see all the time Whether you're into skincare, aesthetics, wellness culture, or dermatology , this episode breaks down what’s real vs hype. 🎧 Listen now and follow Derm Next Door for weekly dermatology hot takes. You can now also watch the podcast on YouTube and follow us on TikTok @dermnextdoor . ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/derm-next-door-7288426/episodes/episode-15-nyc-wellness-culture-glp-1-controversy-skincare-hot-takes-with-fitness-influencer-ceren/transcription-requests` — Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/derm-next-door-7288426/episode-15-nyc-wellness-culture-glp-1-controversy-skincare-hot-takes-with-fitness-influencer-ceren.md` — Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.