Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
There’s no shortage of wellness advice these days, but how do you know what’s actually worth your time and money? From menopause supplements to skincare, hair growth, creatine, collagen, and everything in between, it can be hard to separate science from savvy marketing.
This week, I’m joined by Shanley Chien is a Senior Health Editor at U.S. News & World Report. From spearheading U.S. News’ Healthy Aging Survey – which decodes the essential habits, common mistakes, and emerging longevity trends identified by medical experts – to serving as the annual editorial lead for the Best OTC Medicine & Health Products, Shanley is dedicated to helping people cut through the marketing noise to make informed, science-backed decisions for their everyday wellness.
Chapters
0:00 -Intro Meet Shanley Chien
1:25 -The Flourishing Five
8:20 -Flourishing Through Experimentation
9:42 -The Best OTC Medicine & Health Products Ranking
16:12 -Affordable vs. Expensive
17:24 -Menopause Supplements
25:58 -Skincare Category
27:37 -Top Face Moisturizers
32:26 -Top Face Sunscreens
38:35 -Retinol Picks
40:55 -Body Sunscreen Picks
42:08 -Hair Care & Growth Vitamins
45:00 -Hair Regrowth Treatments & Serums
51:20 -Deep Dive: Choosing Supplements Wisely
52:33 -Multivitamins
56:23 -Collagen Peptides
58:11 -Why Third-Party Testing Matters
59:03 -Sleep Aid Picks
59:53 -Creatine Myths & Benefits
1:06:06 -Dig It or Ditch It Rapid-Fire
1:09:04 -Final Advice & Where to Find the Full List
For more on Shanley, follow her on:
Instagram: instagram.com/shanleypierce
Read about her on U.S News: usnews.com/topics/author/shanley-chien
Thanks to my Sponsors:
-Manukora: Head to Manukora.com/FLOURISHING to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts
-Tumble: For a limited time, get 10% off + free shipping at tumbleliving.com/FLOURISHING
-Bubs Naturals: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For a limited time, get 20% off your entire order with code FLOURISHING at Bubsnaturals.com
-Just Ingredients: Visit justingredients.com/FLOURISHING and use code FLOURISHING for 20% off your first order
-BiOptimizers: Go to Bioptimizers.com/flourishing and use code FLOURISHING at checkout for 15% off your entire order and a free travel-size bottle of Masszymes added to your order automatically.
-Auri Nutrition: Go to tryauri.com/flourishing to get up to 42% off your first purchase.
Keep in Touch:
Website: dominiquesachse.tv/
Book: dominiquesachse.tv/book
Insta: instagram.com/dominiquesachse
Facebook: facebook.com/DominiqueSachse
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse?lang=en
YouTube: youtube.com/@dominiquesachsetv
Have a question for Dominique? Submit it here for a chance to have it answered on the show! https://forms.gle/MpTeWN1oKN8t18pm6
Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email courtney@dominiquesachse.tv
We want to make the podcast even better. Help us learn how we can: bit.ly/2EcYbu4
Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
Produced by Dear Media.
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Watch the latest videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuSYHIQgfhzmQ9dOJI_c3N7L&playnext=1&index=2
Watch more Dominique Sachse:
Beauty: youtube.com/watch?v=XDHJ901QU_Q&list=PLKUX44R3MbuSDQV7BzvQxMrVeVZfGBCcD
Lifestyle Tips & Tricks: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuR3sX61i9QiwnOBr61tEMc_&playnext=1
Most Popular: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuTDh-LeJThrmz5XBrjQxbob&playnext=1
Follow Dominique Sachse:
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse
Instagram: instagram.com/dominiquesachse
Facebook: facebook.com/DominiqueSachse
Check out my website: dominiquesachse.tv
You can order a copy of my new book LIFE MAKEOVER - Embrace The Bold, Beautiful, & Blessed YOU here: dominiquesachse.tv/book
About Dominique Sachse: Welcome to the official Dominique Sachse YouTube channel! On this channel, you’ll find inspiring “Yes, you can do it!” tips for transformative hair and makeup, fashion - and health and wellness related content for the mature woman who’s in her PRIME! I enjoy sharing my life with you through my vlogs, how-to live YOUR best life through Q&A videos and so much more, all with a touch of faith and affirmation.
#DominiqueSachse #Podcast #Supplements
There’s no shortage of wellness advice these days, but how do you know what’s actually worth your time and money? From menopause supplements to skincare, hair growth, creatine, collagen, and everything in between, it can be hard to separate science from savvy marketing.
This week, I’m joined by Shanley Chien is a Senior Health Editor at U.S. News & World Report. From spearheading U.S. News’ Healthy Aging Survey – which decodes the essential habits, common mistakes, and emerging longevity trends identified by medical experts – to serving as the annual editorial lead for the Best OTC Medicine & Health Products, Shanley is dedicated to helping people cut through the marketing noise to make informed, science-backed decisions for their everyday wellness.
Chapters
0:00 -Intro Meet Shanley Chien
1:25 -The Flourishing Five
8:20 -Flourishing Through Experimentation
9:42 -The Best OTC Medicine & Health Products Ranking
16:12 -Affordable vs. Expensive
17:24 -Menopause Supplements
25:58 -Skincare Category
27:37 -Top Face Moisturizers
32:26 -Top Face Sunscreens
38:35 -Retinol Picks
40:55 -Body Sunscreen Picks
42:08 -Hair Care & Growth Vitamins
45:00 -Hair Regrowth Treatments & Serums
51:20 -Deep Dive: Choosing Supplements Wisely
52:33 -Multivitamins
56:23 -Collagen Peptides
58:11 -Why Third-Party Testing Matters
59:03 -Sleep Aid Picks
59:53 -Creatine Myths & Benefits
1:06:06 -Dig It or Ditch It Rapid-Fire
1:09:04 -Final Advice & Where to Find the Full List
For more on Shanley, follow her on:
Instagram: instagram.com/shanleypierce
Read about her on U.S News: usnews.com/topics/author/shanley-chien
Thanks to my Sponsors:
-Manukora: Head to Manukora.com/FLOURISHING to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts
-Tumble: For a limited time, get 10% off + free shipping at tumbleliving.com/FLOURISHING
-Bubs Naturals: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For a limited time, get 20% off your entire order with code FLOURISHING at Bubsnaturals.com
-Just Ingredients: Visit justingredients.com/FLOURISHING and use code FLOURISHING for 20% off your first order
-BiOptimizers: Go to Bioptimizers.com/flourishing and use code FLOURISHING at checkout for 15% off your entire order and a free travel-size bottle of Masszymes added to your order automatically.
-Auri Nutrition: Go to tryauri.com/flourishing to get up to 42% off your first purchase.
Keep in Touch:
Website: dominiquesachse.tv/
Book: dominiquesachse.tv/book
Insta: instagram.com/dominiquesachse
Facebook: facebook.com/DominiqueSachse
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse?lang=en
YouTube: youtube.com/@dominiquesachsetv
Have a question for Dominique? Submit it here for a chance to have it answered on the show! https://forms.gle/MpTeWN1oKN8t18pm6
Interested in being featured as a guest? Please email courtney@dominiquesachse.tv
We want to make the podcast even better. Help us learn how we can: bit.ly/2EcYbu4
Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
Produced by Dear Media.
---------------
Subscribe: bit.ly/subdominique
Watch the latest videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuSYHIQgfhzmQ9dOJI_c3N7L&playnext=1&index=2
Watch more Dominique Sachse:
Beauty: youtube.com/watch?v=XDHJ901QU_Q&list=PLKUX44R3MbuSDQV7BzvQxMrVeVZfGBCcD
Lifestyle Tips & Tricks: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuR3sX61i9QiwnOBr61tEMc_&playnext=1
Most Popular: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKUX44R3MbuTDh-LeJThrmz5XBrjQxbob&playnext=1
Follow Dominique Sachse:
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dominiquesachse
Instagram: instagram.com/dominiquesachse
Facebook: facebook.com/DominiqueSachse
Check out my website: dominiquesachse.tv
You can order a copy of my new book LIFE MAKEOVER - Embrace The Bold, Beautiful, & Blessed YOU here: dominiquesachse.tv/book
About Dominique Sachse: Welcome to the official Dominique Sachse YouTube channel! On this channel, you’ll find inspiring “Yes, you can do it!” tips for transformative hair and makeup, fashion - and health and wellness related content for the mature woman who’s in her PRIME! I enjoy sharing my life with you through my vlogs, how-to live YOUR best life through Q&A videos and so much more, all with a touch of faith and affirmation.
#DominiqueSachse #Podcast #Supplements
