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The Hidden Poisons in Anti-Aging Products

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Content provided by Darin Olien. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Darin Olien or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Darin exposes the toxic truth behind the billion-dollar anti-aging skincare industry. From mercury to PFOAs (the same chemical used in Teflon), many “miracle creams” and skin-lightening products marketed as beauty solutions are actually silently poisoning us.

Darin breaks down the science, the loopholes in FDA regulation, and the real dangers of what’s being absorbed through our skin — from hormone disruption to cancer and even risks to children. More importantly, he offers solutions: how to identify red flags, choose safe alternatives, and reclaim sovereignty over what you put on your body.

Breakdown


What you’ll Learn

00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife and the mission to live free from fatal conveniences
00:32 – The cookware sponsor shoutout and why toxic exposure starts in the kitchen
03:08 – Fatal Convenience focus: anti-aging skincare products and hidden toxins
04:39 – Why what you put on your skin is like ingesting it — the reality of transdermal absorption
05:40 – Mercury in cosmetics: how it destroys biology and hides under confusing chemical names
08:18 – PFOAs (Teflon chemicals) in skincare and why they’re linked to cancer and hormone disruption
10:28 – The dangers extend beyond users — off-gassing mercury can affect families and children
11:29 – Even the FDA admits toxicity, yet products still end up on shelves
12:25 – Supplement sponsor shoutout: Manna Vitality for cellular renewal
14:20 – Mercury exposure risks for pregnant and nursing mothers, and infants
15:19 – Signs of mercury poisoning: irritability, tremors, depression, numbness
16:24 – Conflicts of interest and failures at FDA, EPA, USDA — why regulation isn’t protecting you
17:26 – How to protect yourself: avoid “anti-aging” and “skin-lightening” labels, and do due diligence
18:20 – Brands exposed for cutting corners and why demand must shift
18:55 – Choosing botanical, organic, chemical-free products as the true path to health
19:26 – Final reminder: don’t buy into marketing that preys on insecurity — sovereignty starts with awareness

LINKS

Find more from Darin:

Website: https://darinolien.com/

Instagram: @Darinolien

Book: darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/

Down to Earth: darinolien.com/down-to-earth/

Become a Founding Member of SuperLife Patreon!

Elevate your health and wellness journey by becoming a founding member of the newly launched SuperLife Patreon for exclusive content and community access. Join us right now to lock in your founding member status and help us continue making the podcast you love at https://www.patreon.com/c/DarinOlien .

SPONSORS

Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.

Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your order.

I hope you enjoyed this episode of The Darin Olien Show! If you want to support or follow the podcast, here’s how:

Subscribe, rate or listen on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher

Follow my Instagram to keep updated on the podcast, weekly deep dives and other projects that I’m supporting (and the occasional Chaga appreciation post)

Sign up for my Weekly Email to keep up with what I’m tuned into.

For feedback or suggestions, email my team at [email protected]

Find the list of brands & products that get the big tick of approval from me here.

Comment below to join the discussion!

  continue reading

515 episodes

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Manage episode 510007196 series 2744568
Content provided by Darin Olien. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Darin Olien or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Darin exposes the toxic truth behind the billion-dollar anti-aging skincare industry. From mercury to PFOAs (the same chemical used in Teflon), many “miracle creams” and skin-lightening products marketed as beauty solutions are actually silently poisoning us.

Darin breaks down the science, the loopholes in FDA regulation, and the real dangers of what’s being absorbed through our skin — from hormone disruption to cancer and even risks to children. More importantly, he offers solutions: how to identify red flags, choose safe alternatives, and reclaim sovereignty over what you put on your body.

Breakdown


What you’ll Learn

00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife and the mission to live free from fatal conveniences
00:32 – The cookware sponsor shoutout and why toxic exposure starts in the kitchen
03:08 – Fatal Convenience focus: anti-aging skincare products and hidden toxins
04:39 – Why what you put on your skin is like ingesting it — the reality of transdermal absorption
05:40 – Mercury in cosmetics: how it destroys biology and hides under confusing chemical names
08:18 – PFOAs (Teflon chemicals) in skincare and why they’re linked to cancer and hormone disruption
10:28 – The dangers extend beyond users — off-gassing mercury can affect families and children
11:29 – Even the FDA admits toxicity, yet products still end up on shelves
12:25 – Supplement sponsor shoutout: Manna Vitality for cellular renewal
14:20 – Mercury exposure risks for pregnant and nursing mothers, and infants
15:19 – Signs of mercury poisoning: irritability, tremors, depression, numbness
16:24 – Conflicts of interest and failures at FDA, EPA, USDA — why regulation isn’t protecting you
17:26 – How to protect yourself: avoid “anti-aging” and “skin-lightening” labels, and do due diligence
18:20 – Brands exposed for cutting corners and why demand must shift
18:55 – Choosing botanical, organic, chemical-free products as the true path to health
19:26 – Final reminder: don’t buy into marketing that preys on insecurity — sovereignty starts with awareness

LINKS

Find more from Darin:

Website: https://darinolien.com/

Instagram: @Darinolien

Book: darinolien.com/fatal-conveniences-book/

Down to Earth: darinolien.com/down-to-earth/

Become a Founding Member of SuperLife Patreon!

Elevate your health and wellness journey by becoming a founding member of the newly launched SuperLife Patreon for exclusive content and community access. Join us right now to lock in your founding member status and help us continue making the podcast you love at https://www.patreon.com/c/DarinOlien .

SPONSORS

Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.

Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your order.

I hope you enjoyed this episode of The Darin Olien Show! If you want to support or follow the podcast, here’s how:

Subscribe, rate or listen on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher

Follow my Instagram to keep updated on the podcast, weekly deep dives and other projects that I’m supporting (and the occasional Chaga appreciation post)

Sign up for my Weekly Email to keep up with what I’m tuned into.

For feedback or suggestions, email my team at [email protected]

Find the list of brands & products that get the big tick of approval from me here.

Comment below to join the discussion!

  continue reading

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