The Great Read: The Woman to See About Your Face
Melinda Farina, known as the Beauty Broker, sends Hollywood actresses and everyday women to doctors around the globe. In her world, the knives are always out.
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August 15, 2025, 2:00 p.m. Eastern time

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The Woman to See About Your Face

Melinda Farina, known as the Beauty Broker, sends Hollywood actresses and everyday women to doctors around the globe. In her world, the knives are always out.

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