The Consult Substack
A space grounded in medical expertise and a desire to nurture, guide, and elevate—fostering honest conversations about beauty, health, and personal growth while simplifying skincare so you can feel confident in your own skin.
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Education, perspective, and real experience
01 / Consult Notes
This series distills real clinical experience into clear, science-grounded insights—shaping better care, smarter brands, and more informed conversations in skin health.
Editorial Series
02 / Do I Need This?
A weekly, evidence-based breakdown of ingredients, routines, and skincare claims—cutting through marketing fluff so you can buy smarter and trust your results.
03 / Between Consults
Approachable, real-time skincare guidance—quick explainers and everyday insights drawn straight from clinic life.
Read some of our favorite posts below.
In this episode, Laura sits down with Hannah Munce, founder of HM Studio, a Charlotte-based PR and design firm. Hannah shares her journey of blending creativity and communication, and why being a multi-hyphenate can be such an advantage in today’s world. Together, they explore the power of connection, the role of problem-solving in PR and marketing, and the importance of celebrating small wins along the way.
An entrepreneur at heart and a Southeast-based stylist, Jenny Pancoast provides wardrobe consulting services to clients and editorial partners in Greenville and across the country. Laura and Jenny talk about the power of personal branding and the desire of modern women and men to create a style that serves them well through all aspects of life — from impactful careers to the gift of parenthood and everything in between.
Leah Melby Clinton founded and edits In Kind magazine after a successful editorial career contributing to Elle, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, Town & Country, and Marie Claire. Now, she focuses on brand-led marketing and storytelling while running Diana, a special community podcast for women that fosters deep connections and meaningful conversations. Leah has a natural talent for creating warm, safe spaces and isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions.
