• SOS: Save Our Skin

  • By: Nim
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SOS: Save Our Skin

By: Nim
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  • Hi! I’m Nim and I'm a student Dermal Clinician. I am dedicated to my field of Dermal Science, and I found that high quality research & information for South Asian and darker skin types is hard to come by. I invite you to join me as I explore common skin conditions and try to learn more about our skin.
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Episodes
  • Starting Our Journey to Better Skin

    Starting Our Journey to Better Skin
    Oct 5 2023

    Nim introduces SOS: Save Our Skin, a podcast dedicated to providing you dermal and skincare education catered to the South Asian community with evidence, research and facts. Each new episode will cover topics like melasma, eczema, and hyperpigmentation, breaking down the science, debunking myths, and offering practical tips for skincare routines. 

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    (00:40) Why did I start this podcast? 

    (01:40) How does darker skin differ from lighter skin? 

    (02:36)  What is the Fitzpatrick scale? 

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    Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/  

     

    Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE
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    5 mins
  • Save Our Skin from... Eczema

    Save Our Skin from... Eczema
    Oct 12 2023

    In this episode, Nim is touching on an often misunderstood skin condition - Eczema. We discuss some of the characteristics of eczema in South Asian skin types and tips for managing eczema. We also talk about the psychosocial impact of eczema and how it can affect your quality of life.  

     

    The Eczema Association of Australia (https://www.eczema.org.au/) www.instagram.com/eczemaau/ works to raise awareness of the impact of eczema on those that experience this condition.

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    (00:13) What is eczema & who does it affect? 

    (00:54) Factors influencing eczema 

    (01:23) Eczema in skin of colour 

    (02:20) Managing eczema & skincare tips 

    (03:03) Topical corticosteroids 

    (03:44) SPF, ointments & other tips 

    (04:20) Psychosocial effects of eczema 

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    Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/  

     

    Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE
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    5 mins
  • Save Our Skin from... Melasma

    Save Our Skin from... Melasma
    Oct 19 2023

    Melasma is a condition that affects many South Asians but is still not well understood. Nim goes through what melasma is, how it happens and some tips to help you manage your melasma. Nim also discusses professional laser treatments and how they can be effectively incorporated into your melasma treatment plan. 

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    (00:00) What is melasma? 

    (00:46) Factors influencing melasma 

    (02:15) Skincare tips for managing melasma 

    (03:20) Common mistakes when treating melasma 

    (04:26) Professional treatments for melasma 

    (05:06) Laser treatments for melasma 

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    Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/  

     

    Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE 
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    7 mins

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