The Skin Report

Hair is an important part of our lives. Hair protects us and keeps us warm as a physical trait, but hair also has social and cultural significance that helps us represent ourselves and feel beautiful. Unfortunately, hair loss can be a painful experience that can cause one to feel like they are losing part of their identity and confidence. So what hair loss treatment can help men treat their hair l...

The holidays are coming up, and while skincare can make a thoughtful gift, choosing the right product is essential! Unfortunately, many brands and advertisements make outlandish claims about the effectiveness of their formulations, which may be too good to be true. So, what beauty and skincare gift ideas should you buy, and which ones aren’t worth the hype? The Skin Report is a podcast created to...

It is true that certain foods and fats can cause problems for the skin, like breakouts or premature aging. However, some foods and ingredients can help to improve our skin! Factors like gaining proper nutrition and staying hydrated can help the skin, but that leads to more questions: what exactly should we eat for healthy skin? Also, what are the best vitamins for skin health, and do collagen supp...

When we think of skincare, we often consider the topical products we apply externally. However, our nutrition can also impact the skin. So how exactly does the food we eat influence our skin? It can be hard to determine what foods to avoid to keep our skin healthy, leaving us with many questions. For example, does chocolate cause acne, and what about dairy or fatty foods? Additionally, you may be...

There are a lot of myths surrounding Botox. But today, more and more people are turning to Botox to treat their skin and maintain a more youthful appearance. When administered in the right places by an experienced injector, Botox can be an effective part of a wrinkle-prevention strategy. So what information is true, what is false, and what should people know if they are considering trying Botox? T...

With the popularization of TikTok, more people have the opportunity to speak about the skincare methods that work for them. This can be helpful for people looking to gain an honest review of a product or treatment, or so they hope. But on a platform flooded by so many different users and opinions, how can viewers be sure which of these skincare TikTok trends would work for them and which ones are...

Many different skin treatments claim to rejuvenate and benefit the skin. However, skin impacted by melasma can react differently to some skincare methods and ingredients, so not all tactics will benefit users with melasma. But if your melasma has become stubborn and resistant to changes in your skincare routine, what treatments can you use to target affected areas? The Skin Report is a podcast cre...

Melasma reacts differently to skincare products, treatments, and ingredients than normal skin. Because of this, it can be challenging to decipher between a skincare method that will help your skin and one that will harm it. Still, melasma can have impacts on the skin, such as hyperpigmentation, skin sensitivity, and more, that affect the confidence of those with it. So what safe practices can peop...

Melasma can cause visible effects on the skin's surface, resulting in hyperpigmentation, usually occurring as dark spots on the face. But melasma can also have other side effects, such as skin aging, inflammation, and vascular changes. So what exactly causes these melasma symptoms? To truly understand melasma's impact on the skin, we need to understand what happens below the skin's surface when pe...

Maintaining science-backed knowledge about our bodies can enable us to treat different conditions and concerns when they occur. But unfortunately, melasma is a skin condition that is still under-researched and often misunderstood. So what must people of color know to prevent and treat this common condition in melanated skin? The Skin Report is a podcast created to educate listeners on methods to i...

Just because products and treatments are marketed towards women of color does not make them automatically safe for skin of color. Unfortunately, choosing the wrong treatment for melanated skin can have damaging consequences, as more melanated skin is prone to hyperpigmentation or uneven increased pigmentation. So what are some aesthetic skin treatments that are safe and beneficial for melanated sk...

As discussed in prior episodes, the skincare industry has not appropriately addressed the skin concerns of all races and often excludes people of color from skin care studies. Unfortunately, the industry’s inherent racism has caused various consequences for people of color regarding their skincare products and the knowledge of how skin conditions affect these individuals differently. The Skin Repo...

The beauty industry is a vast market, generating billions of dollars yearly from customers worldwide. The skincare industry is a large part of this, so why is it so difficult for people of color to find skincare products formulated for their skin needs? Unfortunately, the strong presence of racism, colorism, and euro-centric beauty standards in the beauty industry has led to the skin care industry...

Defining a “person of color” can be challenging. Everyone has different experiences regarding their race and ethnicity, and all experiences are valid. Unfortunately, there is a harmful history behind assigning attributes to one particular group, though we commonly think of “people of color” as those with more pigmented skin tones. Still, there is such a great variation in pigmentation among people...

Pregnancy can bring many significant changes to our lifestyles and, of course, our bodies. However, becoming a parent can also cause changes to the skin and produce effects that aren't as commonly discussed. Still, these changes can be significant, and it is essential to understand how skin may change due to the hormonal shifts and impactful experiences that can occur during pregnancy. The Skin Re...

When discussing skincare, people are often divided over the topic of coconut oil. While some people consider coconut oil to be a beneficial component in skin care, others find that the oil has no place in being incorporated into skincare practices. Furthermore, many people treat the oil like a skincare miracle, with myths circulating about the benefits of coconut oil - that are often too good to b...

Everyone has a natural exfoliation process to remove dead cells from the skin as a part of our skin’s renewal cycle. However, people exfoliate at different rates, and sometimes various factors can hinder our natural skin renewal and cause undesirable effects like blemishes and uneven skin texture. Fortunately, we can aid our skin’s exfoliation process by providing extra exfoliants to smoothen skin...

Medical spas can provide many great resources to people looking for aesthetic treatments and services that can help them to address their skin conditions. But for someone who has never visited a medical spa, it may be tough to identify the difference between these businesses and other places that provide skin treatments. Medical spas aren't quite doctors' or dermatologists' offices, yet they aren'...

You may have heard of medical-grade skincare and its reputation of being more high-quality than drugstore skincare products. But when you see the high prices for medical-grade products and hear about the extensive testing that goes into creating them, you may wonder what all the fuss is about and whether they are really a better alternative. So, what products fall under the category of medical gra...

On important days and special occasions, we want to look our best. However, it can be challenging to target stubborn body mass with exercise in order to look ideal in time for our big events. Fortunately, body sculpting can be used to contour and reshape areas of the body. Traditional body sculpting methods are performed to reshape an area of the body under anesthesia, using operational plastic su...

Many people dream of their wedding day from a young age but rarely do those fantasies include walking down the aisle with skin irritation, hyperpigmentation, acne, and other skin concerns. But unfortunately, that can be the reality of the situation, which can put a damper on the big day and the memories attached to it. That is unless people put the time and effort necessary into preparing their sk...

Sunscreen protects us from the sun, but it may surprise you to hear just how important it is for our skin's health. Regardless of its tone or type, all skin is subject to sun damage if left unprotected, especially during summer. Furthermore, the lack of common knowledge surrounding sun protection means that many people are unaware of the different types of sunscreens, how they work, and which type...

The change from spring to summer can bring great things. Spending more time outside is a given, from beach trips to pool days to camping trips. However, with the summer months comes more UV exposure from outdoor activities, higher humidity levels, and more seasonal events where alcohol can be provided. Unfortunately, many people fail to consider how they should prepare their skin for these activit...

If you have a darker skin tone and have looked into medical-grade procedures, you may have heard that they're not safe for your skin type and can lead to more hyperpigmentation. There are many common myths and fears regarding skin resurfacing treatments, especially for treating people with darker skin tones. However, people with more melanated skin tones can treat their skin issues with certain pr...

Skincare fads come and go, and each new trend can bring mixed opinions, opposing ideologies, and different approaches regarding the best steps to care for one’s skin. So when some beauty influencers recommend a ten-step skincare routine and others take a more minimalist approach to skincare, it can be difficult to determine which parts of the care process are necessary for maintaining healthy skin...