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After Hours Skin Clinic

After Hours Skin Clinic

Raconteur Studios 102 Episodes Oct 8, 2026

After Hours Skin Clinic is a skincare podcast hosted by consultant dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid. They provide expert-led advice on various skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and aging, along with practical skincare routines. The podcast also debunks beauty myths, reviews products, and discusses the latest dermatology research. Listeners can submit questions for the hosts to answer on air.

Episodes

You Might Be Damaging Your Nails Permanently: Gel Manicures & UVA Real Talk
You Might Be Damaging Your Nails Permanently: Gel Manicures & UVA Real Talk Oct 8, 2026 1702 Is your monthly gel manicure damaging your skin and triggering hidden face allergies? From gel manicures causing mysterious eye eczema to the concerning rise of methacrylate allergies and the UK’s brand-new chemical ban on TPO, our nails are undergoing more clinical scrutiny than ever. This week, Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid lift the lid on the hidden risks hiding inside your monthly ma
DIY Peptide Injections: The Dark Side of Injectable Peptides & Copper Hype
DIY Peptide Injections: The Dark Side of Injectable Peptides & Copper Hype Oct 1, 2026 1392 From Jennifer Aniston’s peptide confessions to unregulated online vials sold for £5, teenagers asking for acne fixes, and DIY under-the-skin injections, peptides are e.v.e.r.y.w.h.e.r.e. This week, Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid pull back the curtain on the worrying, unregulated world of injectable "longevity" peptides and separate real pharmaceutical science from social media hype. In th
Pregnancy Skincare: The Safe Ingredients & The Hard No’s According to Experts
Pregnancy Skincare: The Safe Ingredients & The Hard No’s According to Experts Sep 23, 2026 721 Navigating skincare during pregnancy can feel like an overwhelming minefield of misinformation, fearmongering, and conflicting advice. This week on the After Hours Skin Clinic, Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid unpack the latest clinical evidence to bring expectant mothers complete peace of mind. In this episode, Emma and Ellie run down a definitive A-to-Z list of popular skincare ingredient
Bone-Smashing to Jaw Fracturing: The Dark World of ‘Looksmaxxing’ 
Bone-Smashing to Jaw Fracturing: The Dark World of ‘Looksmaxxing’  Sep 17, 2026 1238 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 basic skincare routine. This week, Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid investigate the bizarre, dark, and often dangerous underworld of extreme aesthetic manipulation. In this episode, Emma and Ellie unpack the medical realit
What Dermatologists Actually Spend Their Money On (From Luxuries to Cheap Finds)
What Dermatologists Actually Spend Their Money On (From Luxuries to Cheap Finds) Sep 10, 2026 956 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 Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid pull back the curtain on their personal shopping lists, revealing where they like to splurge and where they save the most when it comes to skin health and the right products or procedures. In this episo
Collagen & Supplements: Everything You Need to Know
Collagen & Supplements: Everything You Need to Know Sep 3, 2026 1061 Do collagen supplements actually work? Collagen powders, drinks and supplements promise plumper skin, fewer wrinkles and more collagen, but what does the science actually show? In this episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid break down what collagen is, why we lose it as we age, and whether taking collagen orally can really improve
Can Exercise Actually Improve Your Skin?
Can Exercise Actually Improve Your Skin? Aug 27, 2026 954 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 Dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid answer the question: Can exercise actually make your skin healthier? They explore the surprising connection between exercise and skin health, including how resistance training may
The Truth About Sunburn: What Actually Helps?
The Truth About Sunburn: What Actually Helps? Aug 20, 2026 1680 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, why repeated UV exposure increases the risk of skin damage and skin cancer, and what you can actually do if you've been caught out. You'll learn: Why some people burn faster than others What sunburn does to your DNA Wh
Want healthier, thicker-looking hair? Start with your scalp.
Want healthier, thicker-looking hair? Start with your scalp. Aug 13, 2026 1804 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 oily scalps to hair growth, shedding and scalp inflammation. She tackles the biggest hair and scalp myths, including whether dirty hair grows better, whether you can "train" your scalp to produce less oil, and whether rosemary oil r
Everything You Need to Know About Psoriasis
Everything You Need to Know About Psoriasis Aug 6, 2026 1400 Psoriasis affects around 125 million people worldwide but there's still so much misunderstanding around the condition. In this special Psoriasis Awareness Month episode of the After Hours Skin Clinic podcast, Consultant Dermatologist Dr Ellie Rashid explains what psoriasis is, what causes it, and the treatment options available today. Alongside a personal story (special thanks to Alys for sharin
Social Media Skincare Advice: Who Can You Trust?
Social Media Skincare Advice: Who Can You Trust? Jul 30, 2026 1288 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 quickly online, how social media algorithms reward sensational claims, and what to look for when deciding who to trust. In this episode: Why skincare misinformation spreads so quickly Can you trust skincare influencers?
The Truth About Milia: Don't Try to Pop These White Bumps
The Truth About Milia: Don't Try to Pop These White Bumps Jul 23, 2026 876 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 Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid explain everything you need to know about milia, the tiny white bumps that commonly appear around the eyes, cheeks and face. Often mistaken for whiteheads or spots, milia are one of the most common skin

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