Derm Next Door
Derm Next Door
Podcast Description
Derm Next Door is your go-to skin fix from the girlies who get it. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Ali Dempsey and Dr. Reem Nabti in the heart of New York City, we’re breaking down skin science, busting beauty myths, and talking all things lifestyle—like your downtown derm besties. Whether it's acne, SPF debates, or skincare trends we love (or don’t), we’re here to keep it real, smart, and always skin-deep.Tune in for honest conversations, expert takes, and a little NYC chaos on the side.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of topics related to dermatology and skincare, featuring episodes that discuss acne management, sun protection factor debates, and the latest skincare trends. For example, episodes tackle subjects like debunking popular beauty myths and providing in-depth advice on maintaining healthy skin.

Derm Next Door is your go-to skin fix from the girlies who get it. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Ali Dempsey and Dr. Reem Nabti in the heart of New York City, we’re breaking down skin science, busting beauty myths, and talking all things lifestyle—like your downtown derm besties. Whether it’s acne, SPF debates, or skincare trends we love (or don’t), we’re here to keep it real, smart, and always skin-deep.
Tune in for honest conversations, expert takes, and a little NYC chaos on the side.
Ali and Reem break down what’s actually worth it in beauty and skincare this week- from laser caps for hair loss to the Neutrogena makeup wipe recall to the sudden surge in GLP-1–related skin issues they’re seeing in clinic. The derms also dissect a TikToker’s “glow-up” routine (Face Gym, lymphatic massage, lash lifts), talk about brow lamination, share their current makeup favorites, and end with curated NYC restaurant and bar recommendations.
- 00:00 — Intro
- 01:00 — Laser Caps 101: What They Are & Who They Help
- 04:30 — Do Laser Caps Work? How Derms Actually Use Them
- 08:30 — Pricing, Brands & Why Amazon Caps Are… Questionable
- 10:30 — Neutrogena Makeup Wipes Recall (Pseudomonas!)
- 13:00 — Our Favorite Makeup Removal Alternatives
- 16:30 — GLP-1 Skin Side Effects: Hair Loss, Laxity & “Ozempic Face”
- 20:30 — Injection Reactions, Wound Healing & Treating Laxity
- 23:00 — Estrogen Creams for the Face: New Research Review
- 26:30 — Derm in the Wild: Rating a TikTok Glow-Up Routine
- 30:00 — Brow Lamination: Ali’s Itchy Experience
- 32:00 — Products of the Month (Makeup Edition)
- 35:00 — NYC Recs: Restaurants, Bars, Broadway & More
- 36:30 — Closing & What’s Coming Next

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