{"podcast":{"title":"After Hours Skin Clinic","slug":"after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250","podcast_index_feed_id":7149250,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/afterhoursskinclinic","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/79350d8c-b8ae-11ef-9522-c3d2e7a7346f/image/ae24d7c7b5cd4e3cd4cc60083df9569a.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Raconteur Studios","episode_count":97,"summary":"Welcome to the After Hours Skin Clinic - the place where the skincare conversation never stops. Hosted by consultant dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid, this laid-back, information-packed podcast dives into everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your skin and how to look after it. Broadcasting from a cozy spot that’s less clinic, more chic lounge, this podcast blends fun, science-backed conversations with practical, no-nonsense advice. Plus skincare secrets, celebrity guests and so much more. We’re answering all those questions that get asked again and again. From the skin microbiome to vitamin C, treating acne to getting that glow, we’re cutting through misinformation and giving you advice you can trust. A Raconteur Studios production.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T12:17:41.959759+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250"},"episode":{"title":"Exfoliation: what actually works for glowing skin","slug":"exfoliation-what-actually-works-for-glowing-skin","published_at":"2026-05-21T02:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250/exfoliation-what-actually-works-for-glowing-skin","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/NSR9173187151.mp3","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/NSR9173187151.mp3","summary":"Are you over-exfoliating your skin without realising it? In this episode, consultant dermatologists Dr Ellie Rashid and Dr Emma Craythorne explain what exfoliation actually does, how to get glowing skin safely, and why so many people damage their skin barrier chasing “glass skin”. They cover: The difference between chemical and physical exfoliation Why sensitive skin can react badly to exfoliants The real reason exfoliation increases sun sensitivity The best exfoliants for acne, dull skin and ageing skin Why retinoids often outperform scrubs and acids The truth about dermaplaning and whether hair grows back thicker Hidden exfoliants in skincare, including pineapple and papaya enzymes How to protect your skin barrier while still getting glowing skin If you want evidence-based skincare, honest dermatologist advice, and real answers about acne, pigmentation, ageing and skin health, this is the podcast for you. Follow & Connect with us ⬇️ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@AfterHoursSkinClinic Instagram: ⁠@afterhoursskinclinic⁠ Email: ⁠ahsc@raconteur.tv⁠ Producer: Ella Blaxill Exec: Eve Streeter Music by Simon Elms. This is a Raconteur Studios Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices","meta_description":"Are you over-exfoliating your skin without realising it? In this episode, consultant dermatologists Dr Ellie Rashid and Dr Emma Craythorne explain what ex…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1059,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250/episodes/exfoliation-what-actually-works-for-glowing-skin/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-hours-skin-clinic-7149250/exfoliation-what-actually-works-for-glowing-skin.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}