Retinol is a skincare ingredient that we just can’t stop seeing! Nim breaks down different types of retinoids and their derivatives and how they work on the skin. Nim also answers the common question of whether or not retinol can be used during the day --- (00:45) What is retinol?  (01:15) Retinol (02:01) Retinal (02:27) Retinoic Acids (03:05) How does retinol work? (04:54) How do I incorporate retinol in my skincare routine?  (05:56) Can I use retinol during the day?  --- Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/     Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE

Today Nim is doing a bit of a different format and answering a question received from the listeners. Dark circles are a common skin concern amongst the South Asian population. Listen as Nim goes through what dark circles are and how they can be improved. --- (00:00) What are dark circles and how do they happen?  (00:46) Grading of dark circles (02:15) Types of Periorbital Hyperpigmentation    (03:20) Improving the appearance of dark circles (04:26) Skincare ingredients for pigmentation (04:26) Professional treatments for dark circles (05:06) Tear trough fillers for shadowed under-eye circles --- Send us a DM on Instagram www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/     Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE

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.  --- (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  --- Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/     Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE

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. --- (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  --- Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/     Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE

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.  --- (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?  --- Send us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourskinpodcast/     Song “Skin 2 Skin” by SUPERARE