Overhyped or Underrated? Aesthetic Trends That Missed—or Crushed—the Mark

In this episode of Beauty and the Brain, Dr. Chris Croley and Nurse Practitioner Jerry Drinkard break down the most talked-about trends, treatments, and technologies in the world of aesthetic medicine in 2025. Are plasma devices like PLEXR and Neogen finally getting the credit they deserve? Is Skinvive really worth the hype? And what’s the real deal with semaglutide, Zepbound, and GLP-1s for weight loss and beyond?

You’ll hear candid, expert insights on:

⚡ PLASMA TECHNOLOGY: Why PLEXR and Neogen plasma are game changers for skin resurfacing, collagen stimulation, and intimate wellness.

🧬 BIOSTIMULANTS: The rise of exosomes, Sculptra, polynucleotides, and hyperdilute Radiesse for natural, long-lasting results.

🔥 SEXUAL WELLNESS: Destigmatizing intimate health with cutting-edge treatments for ED, vaginal dryness, stress incontinence, and more.

💉 SEMAGLUTIDE + ZEPBOUND: What you need to know about GLP-1 medications for fat loss, metabolic health, and unexpected benefits.

🌟 NAD THERAPY: Why this mitochondrial booster is making a major comeback—and the best ways to use it.

🧴 UNDERRATED PROCEDURES: The truth about dermaplaning, CO₂ laser, brow lifts, and multimodal treatment strategies.

Plus, we go rapid-fire on popular procedures like Russian lip filler, PDO threads, Daxxify, P- Shot, and more—sharing real results, risks, and whether they’re overdone or underestimated.

Whether you’re an aesthetic provider or beauty-savvy patient, this episode is packed with honest takes and insider tips on the treatments that actually deliver.

🎙️ Recorded at Skin & Tonic Med Spa in Pace, Florida