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Health can be confusing. We’re here to make it a little less so.

On the Voyage Clinics podcast, we talk about the health questions that come up in real life—from preventive care and chronic conditions to mental health, hormones, aging, and everything in between.
You’ll get clear answers and practical advice from providers who care for patients every day.

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Before You Try Ketamine | Preparation, Integration and Choosing a Clinic

What should you understand before considering ketamine therapy—and what happens after a session ends? Dr. John ...

Stop Burying Your Feelings | Jarom Ball on Emotional Intelligence and Connection

What happens when we stop pushing our feelings away and start getting curious about them? Dr. John Sanders sits ...

Stop Wasting Money on Skincare | What Actually Helps Acne and Healthy Skin

Does healthy skin really require a shelf full of expensive products? Scott Webster and Darcy Gonzalez of Clear Skin ...

Does healthy skin really require a shelf full of expensive products? Scott Webster and Darcy Gonzalez of Clear Skin Utah join Dr. John Sanders to explain what skin actually needs—and ...why a simpler, more consistent routine often works better than an aggressive one.

Scott shares lessons from more than a decade in dermatology, while Darcy explains how her own experience with acne led her to become a licensed esthetician. Together, they describe a collaborative approach that combines medical dermatology with practical skincare, confidence, and self-care.

The conversation covers the three foundations of a basic routine—cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen—along with acne treatments, retinoids, exfoliation, serums, slugging, mineral versus chemical sunscreen, and the risks of tanning beds and unapproved tanning injections. They also explain why over-treating acne can damage the skin barrier, why most routines need time to work, and how to choose products that fit your skin and budget.

This podcast is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about persistent acne, changing skin lesions, medication risks, or a skincare plan tailored to you.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 Meet skincare experts Scott Webster and Darcy Gonzalez
00:39 Scott's path into dermatology
04:34 Darcy's personal acne and esthetics journey
07:22 The emotional impact of acne and skin concerns
08:50 The Clear Skin Utah collaborative approach
13:01 The three essentials every routine needs
14:15 Effective skincare at any budget
16:01 Why aggressive exfoliation can backfire
17:02 Common acne mistakes and protecting the skin barrier
19:15 Why sunscreen matters for acne and skin cancer
20:40 Mineral versus chemical sunscreen
24:15 Melasma, pigmentation, and physical blockers
26:02 Finding the SPF sweet spot
28:01 Moisturizers, hydration, and slugging
33:15 Serums, active ingredients, and product stability
36:50 How marketing makes skincare too complicated
39:04 Prevention, hydration, and healthy daily habits
40:35 Acne ingredients that actually help
42:20 Retinoids, tretinoin, and using them correctly
46:01 How long acne treatments take to work
48:01 Gentle skincare, confidence, and self-acceptance
48:50 Tanning injections and melanoma concerns
51:20 Spray tans, tanning beds, and safer choices
52:25 Finding Clear Skin Utah and closing thoughtsShow More

Understanding Your Emotions | Dr. Reid Robison’s Guide to Emotional Intelligence

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7 Decades in Medicine | Lessons on Curiosity and Longevity from Dr. David Barnes

Dr. John Sanders is joined by Dr. David Barnes, a family physician, decorated marathoner, and author whose career ...

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