After Hours Skin Clinic

Bone-Smashing to Jaw Fracturing: The Dark World of ‘Looksmaxxing’ 

From jaw pain caused by "mewing" to extreme internet trends where young men take hammers to their face, the internet’s obsession with "looksmaxxing" is going far beyond a

What Dermatologists Actually Spend Their Money On (From Luxuries to Cheap Finds)

From high-end night creams to cheap and effective cleansers, what do skin specialists actually buy with their own money? This week, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Cray

Collagen & Supplements: Everything You Need to Know

Do collagen supplements actually work? Collagen powders, drinks and supplements promise plumper skin, fewer wrinkles and more collagen, but what does the science actuall

Can Exercise Actually Improve Your Skin?

We all know exercise is good for our heart, muscles and mental health, but what does it do for our skin? In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic, Consultant Derma

The Truth About Sunburn: What Actually Helps?

Sunburn isn't just red, sore skin... Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid explain what happens to your skin when UV radiation causes sunburn,

Want healthier, thicker-looking hair? Start with your scalp.

In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic, Consultant Dermatologist Dr Ellie Rashid explains why scalp health is so important for healthy hair, from dandruff and oil

Everything You Need to Know About Psoriasis

Psoriasis affects around 125 million people worldwide but there's still so much misunderstanding around the condition. In this special Psoriasis Awareness Month episode

Social Media Skincare Advice: Who Can You Trust?

In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic podcast, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid discuss why misleading skincare advice spreads so

The Truth About Milia: Don't Try to Pop These White Bumps

What are milia? Should you squeeze them? And why do they keep coming back? In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic podcast, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Cray

How to Cleanse Your Face Properly (According to Dermatologists)

Are you washing your face the right way? Is double cleansing always necessary? And why do dermatologists say that "squeaky clean" skin is actually a bad thing? In this e

10 Skin Truths Every Dermatologist Wants You to Know (Episode 100!)

What are the biggest skincare myths dermatologists wish everyone would stop believing? Here’s Consultant dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne’s and Dr Ellie Rashid’s top ten

The Summer Skincare Advice You Actually Need

Summer can be one of the easiest times to accidentally damage your skin. In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic podcast, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Crayth

Keratosis Pilaris Explained: The Best Treatments for Strawberry Skin

Consultant dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid explain what keratosis pilaris (KP), also known as strawberry skin or chicken skin, actually is, why it d

Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreens: The Truth According to Experts

Do mineral sunscreens really work better than chemical sunscreens? Are chemical filters actually harmful? And what should you believe when sunscreen misinformation is eve

Rosacea vs Flushing: What's Causing Your Facial Redness?

Why do some people blush more than others? When is facial redness simply normal, and when could it be rosacea? In this episode of After Hours Skin Clinic, consultant der

A Love Letter To Skin: The Story Behind Emma's New Book

Wish you had all the skincare advice and information you need in one place? This week's episode is a little different from your usual After Hours Skin Clinic. Dr Emma Cr

Dry Hands Explained: Eczema, Hidden Allergies, Over-washing & The Best Treatments

Dry hands are not just a winter problem and if your skin is cracking, stinging or constantly flaring, there is usually more going on than “just dryness.” In this episode

Exfoliation: what actually works for glowing skin

Are you over-exfoliating your skin without realising it? In this episode, consultant dermatologists Dr Ellie Rashid and Dr Emma Craythorne explain what exfoliation actua

Hair Loss: What Dermatologists Wish You Knew

Why does your ponytail suddenly feel thinner? Why does your parting look wider in photos? And why are so many women told that hair thinning is “just part of ageing” ... w

Retinoids Explained: Myths, Purging, Irritation & How to Use Them Properly

Are retinoids ruining your skin, or transforming it? From viral misinformation to real clinical evidence, this episode tackles the biggest retinoid myths, like whether t