Margaux Anbouba, Vogue’s senior wellness and beauty editor, doesn’t mind being a bit of a test subject when it comes to wellness and beauty trends. “I think I’m sometimes too eager to try something, but it’s a lot of fun,” she says. “It’s a hazard of the job, I guess.”
On this Tuesday’s episode of The Run-Through, she sits down with Chloe to talk about everything she’s been testing in the wellness world lately—and what she’s learned along the way.
They start by discussing one of the hottest—and most debated—wellness options right now: peptides. Margaux recently visited longevity specialist Dr. Amanda Kahn, known as “the peptide princess” of the Upper East Side, for a long introductory appointment where they went over her full medical and personal history. “I told her how I’m feeling emotionally and physically, and then she came back with this amazing list of peptides I could try.”
Margaux plans to test out several different options in her routine, including a microdose of an off-label GLP-1 to reduce inflammation throughout her body. She’s also trying GHK to boost skin regeneration, and CB-4211 to improve exercise capacity and energy.
As someone fairly new to working out, Margaux tells Chloe about Emsculpt, a high-intensity electrical muscle stimulation treatment that tightens and tones. (Another similar technology is lower-intensity EMS, meant for use during exercise.) “It’s kind of like Black Mirror, in a way,” she says. The first time she tried Emsculpt, she was really sweaty after removing the device from her stomach. The second time, less so. (Practitioners usually recommend four sessions.)
The pair also talk about one of Margaux’s favorite activities: the buccal massage, which she now gets done at home. “Buccal” refers to the mid-face area just below the cheekbone, and the massage is done both inside and outside the mouth (yes, you read that right!). Mariam Saprichyan, an esthetician at Karine Kazarian in New York, explains that the method opens up the lymph nodes, improves blood flow, and relieves a lot of the tension we hold in our faces.
Not one to be squeamish, Margaux shares another recent experiment: injecting her scalp with RADIESSE biostimulating molecules, informally called a crown lift. (If you’re afraid of needles, you might want to skip this one.) In a fancy room at The Hotel Chelsea, Margaux met with Lauren Goodman, a nurse practitioner based in Los Angeles, to get it done. “She explained how working on the scalp can lift a lot without showing anything on the face,” Margaux says.
And there’s always more to try! To hear the latest on Oura Ring sleep scores, favorite sunscreens, and Margaux’s hot takes on colonoscopies, check out the episode and subscribe to her weekly beauty newsletter, I Tried That.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of FAQs based on the podcast topic Vogues wellness and beauty editor shares every viral trend shes triedand which ones are actually worth it
BeginnerLevel Questions
Q What is this podcast episode about
A Its a deep dive where Vogues wellness and beauty editor reveals which viral beauty and wellness trends she actually testedand gives honest opinions on whats a waste of money versus what really works
Q Who is the guest on this podcast
A The guest is Vogues own wellness and beauty editorsomeone who tries hundreds of trending products and treatments for a living
Q Will this episode help me decide if a trend is worth trying
A Yes The editor shares her personal trialanderror experiences so you can skip the hype and go straight to what actually delivers results
Q What kind of trends does she talk about
A She covers everything from skincare fads to wellness crazes
Q Is this just for beauty experts or can beginners listen
A Its perfect for everyonebeginners will get simple explanations and experts will appreciate the insider honesty
AdvancedLevel Questions
Q Does she recommend any specific viral skincare ingredient that actually works
A Yesshe highlights retinoids and vitamin C as proven powerhouses but warns that trendy buzzy ingredients like snake venom peptides are often overhyped
Q Whats her take on wellness hacks like ice baths and infrared saunas
A She says cold plunges can help with inflammation and mental clarity but only if done safely Infrared saunas get a thumbsup for relaxation but she notes theyre not a magic cure
Q Does she think clean beauty is worth the hype
A Shes cautiousshe explains that clean isnt regulated so some products are great while others are just marketing She advises focusing on ingredients not labels
Q What common mistakes do people make when trying viral beauty trends
A She says the biggest mistake is layering too many active ingredients which can damage your skin barrier She recommends starting slow