The Dermastore® Podcast

In Episode 34 of the Dermastore® Podcast, we discuss oral supplementation, with a particular focus on our personal experience of working with and taking oral hydrolysed collagen, creatine monohydrate, and krill oil omega-3. We also offer general advice on how to keep things simple while addressing foundational supplementation needs for skin, overall health, and longevity.

In Episode 33 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Greg and Lara sit down with the dynamic dermatologist duo, Dr Lauren Knight and Dr Tarryn Jacobs, the founders behind Beam – a new skincare brand designed specifically for teens and tweens. They discuss their journey into becoming newly minted entrepreneurs, the gap they recognised in their respective practices for safe, age-appropriate teen skincare, and...

In Episode 32 of the Dermastore® podcast, Greg and Dr Ian Webster sit down with Natasha Swart, an experienced oral hygienist from Curaden South Africa, to discuss the fascinating (and often overlooked) connection between oral health and skin health. They cover everything from gum disease and the oral microbiome's impact on the skin to best-practice use of baby pacifiers (even for Gen Zs!) and tack...

In episode 31 of the Dermastore® podcast, we sit down with Dr Ian Webster (Dermatologist) to discuss how everyday external factors can affect the condition, comfort, and ultimately the health of our skin. From geographic location, air quality, and humidity levels to the fabrics we wear and sleep in, and the water and soaps we use every day — these all play a role in the bigger picture of our skin...

In episode 30 of the Dermastore® podcast, we host a very special guest, Tori Duckitt from @kissblushandtell - a long-time media and brand partner. Recorded in the Autumn of 2025, Greg, Lara, and Tori chat about some of their die-hard skincare favourites, reminisce about partnership highlights over the years, and delve into some of the challenges in the current media and influencer landscape, parti...

In Episode 29 of the Dermastore® Podcast , we sit down with Dr Ian Webster (Dermatologist) to discuss how to identify the typical stages and progression of teenage skin as hormones evolve in the body. We also guide parents and listeners on proven skincare ingredients, along with specific, tried-and-tested product recommendations. Lara's morning routine La Roche-Posay MELA B3 Clarifying Micro Peeli...

In Episode 28 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Greg joins us from Barcelona, fresh from a tour of mesoestetic's incredible laboratory and headquarters. We discuss the highlights of his trip (excuse some of the audio quality), as well as our current thoughts on selling Cosmelan 2® on Dermastore®, a leading treatment for hyperpigmentation, over the past few months. Lara's morning routine: Bioderma Sensib...

In Episode 27 of the Dermastore® Podcast Lara & Greg chat about an incredible new brand launch on Dermastore® - Melumé Skinscience from Germany. "There are so many hits with very few misses with this brand" Lara's morning routine A glorious combination of Melumé Skinscience! Melumé Skinscience Pro Strength Multi-Acid Micro Peel³ Melumé Skinscience Super C-Shot 25% Melumé Skinscience Super C-Cr...

In Episode 26 of the Dermastore® Podcast Greg & Lara chat through some incredible new launches mostly from our existing stable of brands, We also introduce new-comer brand, Dermanique. For our enduring listeners, a little gift awaits in this episode, so be sure not to miss a beat! Greg’s Routine La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Gel Aveeno Daily Moisturising Cream ISDIN Fusion Water Magic...

In episode 25 of the Dermastore® Podcast we discuss common dry and flaky conditions that affect the scalp. Dr Webster shares his expertise on the subject while recommending some accessible yet specialist care that help with these chronic conditions. New Launch on Dermastore mesoestetic cosmelan® 2 - A powerful depigmenting treatment Lara's Morning Routine Endocare Hydractive Micellar Solution 400m...

In Episode 24 of the Dermastore® Podcast Greg and Lara chat through our latest brand launch - Hyaestic. A clinical and corrective skincare brand from California that offers a no-fluff and no-nonsense approach to treating a variety of common skin disorders and concerns. Lara's morning routine Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Brightening & Exfoliating Daily Cleanser SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel In d...

In Episode 23 of the Dermastore® Podcast Greg and Lara chat new product arrivals and what products they are using and loving. Lara’s Routine Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Brightening & Exfoliating Daily Cleanser Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution 50ml Mesoestetic skin balance Up & coming Launch from Beaut Heliocare 360° MD A-R Emulsion SPF 50+ Heliocare 360° Age Active Fluid SPF 50...

In episode 22 of the Dermastore® Podcast the team has fun answering your most pressing skincare questions received via Instagram! What can I use for puffy eyes? Can I use Vitamin C & Niacinamide in the same product or routine? What can I do for Acne & Pigmentation + more! Lara’s morning routine Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Water pHformula EYE Lifting Serum SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3 B...

In episode 21 of the Dermastore® Podcast Greg and Lara sit down with Dr Webster to talk about some of the key pillars when it comes to treating melasma (hormonal pigmentation) which can flare up after the summer holidays in the Southern Hemisphere. Lara’s Morning Routine Kiehl's Rare Earth Powder Cleanser La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 ZO Skin Health Hydrating Repair Crème Colorescience Face Shie...

In episode 20 of the Dermastore® Podcast (our last episode for 2023, recorded in early December), we chat Sunscreen Myths! ☀️ Are chemical UV filters bad for you? Are sunscreens damaging coral reefs? Do I need to wear sunscreen when using my blue light-emitting devices, and will I develop a Vitamin D deficiency if I use a high-factor broad-spectrum sunscreen daily? Alongside Dr Ian Webster (Dermat...

In Episode 19 of the Dermastore® Podcast, we sit down with Dr Ian Webster (Dermatologist) and chat about all things inflammation - the root of many skin and health conditions in the body. Lara’s Morning Routine Beaut™ Posh Wash MartiDerm Photo-Age HA+ Ampoules (10 Units) Huxley Glow Awakening Cream Sunscreen Testing from France Greg’s Morning Routine Huxley Deep Cleansing Foam Testing Moisturiser...

In episode 18 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Greg, Lara, and Dr. Webster lay out the fundamentals for when starting an active anti-ageing skincare routine - what ingredients to look out for, and how your skin may respond to new actives. Lara's Routine ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads MartiDerm Krono-Age Serum MartiDerm Rosarepair Fluid Emulsion SPF30 Greg's Routine Beaut™ Posh Wash Obagi -C Fx...

In Episode 17 of the Dermastore® Podcast Greg & Lara reflect on their recent trip to Spain - a vibrant nation that loves food, dancing, and developing incredible skincare! They bring you the latest from MartiDerm IDM, and Lara recalls her memorable visit to pHformula HQ where some new and exciting innovations are well-underway. Lara's Skincare Routine SkinCeuticals Resveratrol B E Bioderma Sen...

In Episode 16 of the Dermastore® Podcast we discuss one of our all-time favourite ingredients: Vitamin A. Plenty has been said, written, and, most importantly, researched on the subject of retinol on the skin, and there's a good reason for it. Retinol is likely the most important skincare ingredient of the past 50 years. This is simply because it can do so much for our skin in reducing fine lines...

In episode 15 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Greg, Lara, and Dr Webster discuss the vital role a properly functioning skin barrier plays in achieving healthy skin. A disrupted epidermal barrier can lead to many of the common dermatological conditions we see today, including acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and more. Learn all about the science and brands like CeraVe that are helping to innovate in t...

In Episode 14 Greg & Lara introduce an internationally-loved skincare brand Kiehl's to Dermastore. We unpack the brand's rich American history, our favourite products and ultimately how we position a brand that is hard to place into a singular box, but that excites us in so many unique ways. Lara’s morning routine Bioderma Sensibio H20 Cleanser 250ml Endocare Renewal Comfort Cream Lamelle Hela...

In Episode 13, Lara and Greg sit down with Dr Bradley Wagemaker from Lamelle Research Laboratories to discuss all things innovation, including their brand-new Refirm Elixir Cream. Dr Bradley is a Co-Founder and the Medical Director of Lamelle, and he is the primary scientific decision-maker behind all of Lamelle's widely-loved products. The star anti-ageing ingredient, Stem Cell Conditioning Media...

In episode 12 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Lara and Greg sit down with Dr. Ian Webster to discuss all things acne - a big topic that we break down into types of acne, who gets it, and what treatment options can be followed to help minimize this debilitating and confidence-sapping condition. "In this day and age nobody should end up with permanent scarring from acne" - Dr. Ian Webster Whether you're...

In Episode 11 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Lara and Greg are joined by Dr. Ian Webster (Dermatologist) who discusses the effects and changes that menopause brings to a woman's skin. They delve into products, treatments, and practical advice that can help rapidly-ageing skin look continually radiant, healthy, and youthful. Lara's Routine Obagi Professional-C Serum 10% Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Ser...

In episode 10 of the Dermastore® Podcast Lara and Greg have an informal chat about an approach to skincare routines that is less rigorous and more responsive. We recently coined the term, 'Skin-Sponding' and it's really about knowing your skin well enough that you can be responsive to its ever-changing needs. Equipping our bathrooms with a ready-to-respond kit beyond our core skincare staples, ama...