The Dermatillo-Diaries: The Skin Picking Podcast

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Grab yourself a coffee and let’s catch up. I apologise for my silence. I have some explaining to do… so let’s begin. As always, if you have any questions or want to chat, my DMs are open - message me at @kimonskin (Instagram and TikTok).  Support the show

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Dermatillomania (skin picking disorder) can affect many of us, but it's not so often that we know of others sharing the same or very similar experience. Especially those we follow, are inspired by and look to for confidence and style. That's why this episode's conversation with Alyssa Coscarelli - commonly known as @alyssainthecity - is a...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 In this episode, I speak to Chaille DeFaria, who is an Mental Health Consultant and BFRB Coach. Before helping so many people with their body focused repetitive behaviors, Chaille experienced her own compulsions through hair-pulling (trichotillomania). I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Chaille - even getting a little teary-eyed! I hope you enjoy the co...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 A listener got in touch on Instagram and asked for an episode to be created for what to listen to BEFORE skin picking. What a great idea!  So here it is! I hope it helps you on your dermatillomania journey and let me know your thoughts.  Are you feeling tempted to give into the skin picking devil today? Give this a listen a try my personal favourite way...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 This is a different kind of episode as I discuss my current circumstance: navigating breast cancer and the treatment against it. Cancer of any kind is frightening as the enemy is within you. You’re forced to learn a different way of living and a new version of yourself. Along with treatment can come some nasty side effects including - in my experience a...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 PLEASE excuse how late this episode is! I have a back-log of wonderful guest episodes but personal life has decided to play a main character, recently. Thank you for your patience! In this episode, I chat to the wonderful Noémie who is based in Paris, France. After a chat on social media, it was clear this conversation was essential towards growth withi...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Sorry for the delay - it's been a busy month personally. But HERE is the next episode! What a super informative conversation with Get Glow Method founder, Meg Gaic. After a failed attempt at accutane a couple of years back, I had my own questions about acne and boy, did I learn some new stuff about it. I hope you enjoy this episode and if you'...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 In this week's episode, I chat with Emma Broyles, also known as Miss America 2022 who shares her journey with dermatillomania and what helps her to manage it, during her travels and duties as pageant queen. Emma is the first Korean-American to win the award, but also the first to openly discuss her battle with dermatillomania, which she had mention...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 So pleased to be back with a NEW season of the Dermatillo-Diaries! This time, I'm chatting with Michelle Peters from Manitoba, Canada, who has successfully managed her skin picking compulsions and wanted to explain her journey towards it. I hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to reach out to Michelle, you can do so by Instagram and v...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Hello and welcome to another episode of the Dermatillo-diaries! Today I have with me a very special guest, Natasha Negovanlis . Natasha is a Canadian Screen Award winning actress, as well as a writer and producer, based out of Toronto, Canada who gained popularity for playing the “broody lesbian vampire” Carmilla in the series and movie of the same name...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Hello and welcome to another episode of the Dermatillo-diaries! Today I have with me a very special guest, CEO and Founder of Picking Me Foundation, Lauren McKeaney.  Founded in August 2016 and through Lauren’s efforts, Picking Me Foundation NFP is the only donor-supported nonprofit dedicated to advocating Dermatillomania (Skin Picking Disorder) for suf...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 WHAT a conversation! I learned so much after speaking with the wonderful Karen Pickett LMFT on compulsive skin picking and BFRBs.  As October 1-7 is BFRB week, we thought it would be a great opportunity to discuss body focused repetitive behaviours in more detail. Karen’s amazing knowledge as a licensed psychotherapist, as well as both work and personal...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 In this episode, I wanted to discuss the ways I prepare my skin and mental state, for an event.  Any large event - whether its a birthday party, summer bbq, wedding or prom, may require you to dress up in attire which is less casual and more formal. With this being said, some outfits may showcase areas of the skin you usually pick and could feel fearful...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 In this episode, I chat to Los Angeles-based Yael, on what has helped her compulsive skin picking. From CBT and visiting a dermatologist, to helpful additions such as assorted thimblettes and Philip Hue light bulbs which are phone-operated through Wifi (great for when you're wanting to take charge of triggers such as bright lights!). We also chat a...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 I had SO much fun speaking with Dr Kaveri Karhade around the subject of compulsive skin picking.  Dr Karhade MD FAAD , is a board-certified Dermatologist who is based in San Francisco, and  has been featured in Allure and Women's Health. In this conversation, we discuss topics such as compulsive skin picking, how to take care of skin post-picking,...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Angela Hartlin on compulsive skin picking, after reading her amazing book, ' Forever Marked: A Dermatillomania Diary ' which documents her years of skin picking struggle and self-discovery. Whilst juggling being a new mother and living with chronic pain, Angela openly supports and encourages others in the ski...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Today I have with me Laura who has battled with dermatillomania aka compulsive skin picking, for 20 years. Only in the last 2 years since having a child, has Laura realised the skin picking was actually a medical condition. So in this episode, I speak with Laura on her personal journey so far and what has helped her with her skin picking disorder. I rea...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 THIS is such a beautiful story of how you can channel your creativity to raise awareness of dermatillomania (and other BFRBs) and help support our community! In this episode, I chat with Emma who has created a jewellery business during the pandemic, to help those dealing with skin picking and other BFRBs. As a compulsive skin picker, Emma was looking fo...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 I wanted to share this with you for when you're feeling alone, unheard and low. I know how it feels when you're met with intense shame, guilt and disapointment after a long skin-picking session and I hope this episode will help you in feeling a bit better. At the very least, more 'seen'. If this helps you, please feel free to drop me...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 In this week's episode, I'm talking with Nudge band's creator, Luisa Zettinig, answering your questions. We'll also be explaining more on this brilliant, vibrating band which is specifically designed to help manage your body focused repetitive behaviour. For more information on Nudge, head to Nudge's website.  Don't forget!...

Got a question for me to explore? Text me 📲 Whether you're struggling with compulsive skin picking (aka dermatillomania or excoriation disorder) or any other body focused repetitive behaviour (BFRB e.g. hair pulling - trichotillomania), you're at the right place and I welcome you with open arms. Get your shoes on, get comfy or prepare dinner whilst listening to me ramble on about my own...