Sonya Dakar: Pioneering Clean Beauty, Personalized Treatments, and the Evolution of Celebrity Skincare

In this episode of The Art of Being Well, I sit down with Sonya Dakar, an iconic figure in the skincare world who has built a global reputation for her clean, effective products and treatments. With over 30 years of experience, Sonya shares her journey from the early days of working with Hollywood’s elite to becoming a pioneer in using face oils to transform skin health. We discuss the power of botanical ingredients, key actives for tackling hormonal acne, and the importance of supporting the skin barrier. Sonya also shares her thoughts on why she avoids treatments like steroids and Accutane, and the holistic protocols she recommends instead. Whether you're looking for tips on clearing up inflammatory skin issues or want to know how to support glowing skin from the inside out, this episode is packed with actionable advice.

With over 30 years of experience, Sonya Dakar is a globally recognized skincare expert known for her commitment to treating skin with clean, effective ingredients such as nourishing oils, healing minerals, and botanical extracts. Her iconic clinic in Beverly Hills has become a hub of innovation, where celebrity clients seek her expertise to transform their skin. Through non-invasive treatments and hands-on care, Sonya has built an empire dedicated to helping people achieve healthy, glowing skin.

Sonya Dakar’s passion for skincare is reflected not only in her treatments but also in her product line, which brings the benefits of her clinic to homes around the world. Her approach emphasizes the use of clean, natural ingredients to deliver real results. Sonya’s mission is simple: to provide effective skincare solutions that empower everyone to achieve radiant, healthy skin.

"My mission is to provide smart, natural, and effective skincare solutions that give everyone an opportunity to have healthy, sexy, glowing skin." — Sonya Dakar

A few of my favorite things we cover in this episode: 

• The early days of Sonya's career in the nineties, seeing some of the world's most famous clients in Los Angeles.
• Sonya’s pioneering use of face oils for skin health when it was considered unconventional.
• Sonya's hands-on approach to skincare, creating custom formulations for clients when existing products weren’t available.
• The importance of supporting skin health from the inside out through personalized protocols.
• Key active ingredients to consider for addressing hormonal acne in a skincare routine.
• Sonya’s high regard for clearing up difficult inflammatory skin issues with Colloidal silver, niacinamide, sulfur, and vitamin A compounds.
• The benefits of incorporating oils to strengthen the skin barrier.
• Sonya’s strong opinions on the use of steroids and Accutane in skincare, and her reasons for avoiding them.

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In Health,

Dr. Will Cole