The Dermastore® Podcast

In this episode Greg, Lara, and Dr Ian Webster (Dermatologist) discuss a new and (possibly game-changing) sun care innovation from leading Dermatological brand, La Roche-Posay. For the past 30 years, Anthelios by La Roche-Posay have developed industry-leading sun protection with invisible formulations. Their science has appeared in numerous publications and peer-review journals, and has proven to...

In episode 8 of the Dermastore® Podcast, Lara and Greg are joined by Dr. Ian Webster (Dermatologist) who shares his experience in treating Rosacea - a common yet chronic relapsing skin condition. Favourite quotes from this episode: "The sun is number one" [when it comes to trigger factors]. "Sometimes you get people who have Rosacea and Acne, and that makes it even more tricky" "As Dermatologists,...

In Episode 7 of the Dermastore® Podcast we discuss all things Hyperpigmentation, a common skin disorder that has multiple sub-types, causes and treatment options. Dr Ian Webster (Dermatologist) joins Greg & Lara on the podcast sharing some of his 30-years of experience in treating this manageable (but not always completely treatable) skin condition. If you suffer from hyperpigmentation it is a...

In Episode 6 we discuss Atopic Eczema/Dermatitis, a common Dermatological skin disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Lara and Greg are joined by our in-house Dermatologist Dr Ian Webster who helps identify those most-predisposed to this debilitating condition. We also discuss what can make things go from bad to worse as well as the treatment options available depending on the level of...

In Episode 5 we chat all things Beaut™, a local new-comer that has impressed us with their simple, purpose-driven formulations and unique African flair. Lara and Greg are joined by Beaut™ founder Robyn Fenner. (Excuse the leaf blower that joins us at a certain point in the recording). We hear about Robyn's entrepreneurial journey in starting a skincare brand, something she never would have had tim...

Episode 4 of the Dermastore® podcast lifts the veil on our newest brand launch ... MartiDerm! Greg & Lara take a journey down the road in getting this incredible brand into the South African skinsphere (launching exclusively on Dermastore®). They also discuss hero products and the different brand segments that are on offer, and how these will benefit customers' skin concerns and needs. PRODUCT...

In this episode we cover headline points of the can-be overwhelming topic of Skincare during Pregnancy. We also discuss scar management post c-section while taking a look at some of the peer-review insights when it comes to newborn skincare. Greg & Dr Webster perform a duet on the importance of avoiding SODIUM LAURYL SULPHATE in baby products (as found in many very available Aqueous Creams). S...

In this episode, we catch up with our in-house Dermatologist Dr Ian Webster who provides invaluable advice about how we can keep our skins protected from the damaging effects of UV (and hopefully out of his consultation room!). We also chat about the very latest in UV filter technology, and which companies are innovating in this space. We also learn about how climate change is taking an increased...

In our maiden podcast episode, we discuss one of our newer and more exciting brand launches on Dermastore® : Dr Barbara Sturm. We recorded this episode fairly soon after launching it in mid-September 2021, but with the end of year craziness, we were only able to get it live now (early on in 2022). If you're just learning about Dr Barbara Sturm, or have heard about the range, but would like to go a...