This week on Beauty & The Brain, Dr. Chris Croley and Jerry Drinkard, NP are joined by Allie Ballew at Skin and Tonic in Pace, Florida to unpack the world of regenerative aesthetics.

If you’ve heard terms like PRP, PRF, exosomes, PDRN, PDGF, or stem cells and wondered what they actually mean, this episode breaks it down in a way that makes sense. The team talks through the difference between platelet-rich plasma and platelet-rich fibrin, when PRF gel may be helpful, why PRP is often used for hair and sexual health, and how exosomes fit into the bigger conversation around skin rejuvenation.

They also dig into what patients need to know before jumping on the latest aesthetic trend—especially when it comes to injectable vs. topical use, compliance, provider education, and realistic expectations.

This conversation is perfect for anyone curious about more natural-looking aesthetic treatments, collagen and elastin support, under-eye rejuvenation, hair restoration, or the science behind using your body’s own healing factors to support healthier-looking skin.

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