Skinside Out

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Welcome to Skinside Out, where science meets beauty, the ultimate dermatology podcast! Dive deep into the fascinating world of skin health with expert insights, evidence-based discussions, and myth-busting truths. Each episode explores the medical, cosmetic, and surgical aspects of dermatology, while keeping you informed about trending skincare topics. Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast, medical professional, or just curious about how to achieve your best skin, Skinside Out is your go-to resource for staying informed and inspired.

  1. 3d ago

    The Fitzpatrick Scale Explained: What Dermatologists Want You to Know

    The Fitzpatrick Skin Type Scale has been a cornerstone of dermatology for decades, but how much does it really tell us about your skin? In this episode of Skinside Out, the team breaks down the six Fitzpatrick skin types, explains the difference between tanning and burning, and discusses why skin type is about much more than skin color alone. They explore how dermatologists use the scale to assess sun sensitivity, skin cancer risk, and laser treatment safety, while also examining its limitations in today's increasingly diverse population. You'll learn why ethnicity, genetics, and individual skin behavior matter, how misconceptions about tanning can affect skin health, and why newer classification systems may provide a more personalized approach to dermatologic care in the future. Whether you're curious about your own skin type, considering laser treatments, or simply want to better understand how your skin responds to sun exposure, this episode offers valuable insights from the experts. Learn more about Noor Dermatology:https://www.noorderm.com/ 00:00 – Introduction to the Fitzpatrick Skin Type Scale 00:35 – What the Fitzpatrick Scale actually measures 01:00 – Why skin tone and skin type are not the same thing 01:45 – Understanding Fitzpatrick Skin Type I 02:20 – Fitzpatrick Skin Type II explained 02:45 – Fitzpatrick Skin Type III explained 03:00 – Fitzpatrick Skin Type IV explained 03:10 – Fitzpatrick Skin Type V explained 03:20 – Fitzpatrick Skin Type VI explained 03:35 – How dermatologists use the scale in clinical practice 04:05 – Why patient history matters more than appearance alone 05:00 – The importance of discussing ethnicity before laser treatments 06:00 – Common misconceptions about tanning and sun exposure 07:20 – Tanning vs. burning: what's actually happening in your skin? 08:10 – How skin type affects sun protection recommendations 08:45 – Limitations of the Fitzpatrick classification system 09:10 – Emerging alternatives and newer skin classification methods 10:00 – How AI may help personalize skin analysis in the future 10:40 – The importance of diverse representation in dermatology research 11:30 – Why skin-of-color education is becoming increasingly important 12:00 – Should dermatology move beyond the Fitzpatrick Scale? 12:45 – The future of personalized skin assessments 13:20 – Why the Fitzpatrick Scale remains useful despite its limitations 14:00 – Final thoughts and key takeaways 14:40 – Closing remarks

    16 min

  2. Jun 8

    Sephora Shopping Spree Picks from The Professionals

    In this “girls’ edition” episode of Skin Side Out, the hosts share what they’d buy on a Sephora skincare shopping spree, category by category, and explain why—after realizing a full routine under $100 wasn’t realistic. They compare cleanser picks (Mara Aura Cleanse for dry skin and Torriden Dive In Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Foam), vitamin C serums (Paula’s Choice C15 and Skinfix 15% Vitamin C with THD), moisturizers (Alpine Barrier Repair Cream and First Aid Beauty Hydrating Dewy Gel Cream), sunscreens (tinted Saie Slip Tint, Innisfree Daily UV Mineral, and Isdin Eryfotona Actinica), and retinol options (Alpine Clarifying Retinol Facial Oil and StriVectin Advanced Retinol moisturizer). They also share splurge items (La Mer night cream and YSE glycolic pads), accessories (Slip silk pillowcase and sleep mask), and tips on vitamin C packaging, skin-type differences, and checking ingredients with a provider. 00:00 Sephora Spree Setup 01:02 Cleanser Picks 02:26 Vitamin C Serums 04:18 Moisturizer Favorites 05:53 Sunscreen Picks 09:53 Retinol Choices 12:30 Splurge Items 15:12 Accessories and Sleep 19:01 Wrap Up and Tips

    22 min

  3. Jun 1

    How to Maximize In-Office Skin Treatments: Pre-Care, Aftercare, At-Home Skincare & In-Office Boosters

    On Skinside Out, the hosts discuss how to maximize in-office skin treatments with smart at-home skincare and optional in-office boosters. They explain that results depend heavily on what you do days to weeks before and after procedures, emphasizing sunscreen, hydration, barrier support, avoiding over-exfoliation, disclosing relevant medications/supplements (including fish oil and vitamin E), and avoiding tanning or self-tanner. They warn against scheduling aggressive treatments too close to major events due to downtime risks like swelling, bruising, flaking, redness, blistering, and crusting. Post-procedure, they stress following specific aftercare instructions, using gentle hydrating products (hyaluronic acid, ceramides, growth factors, peptides, exosomes), restarting actives cautiously, not picking or scrubbing, limiting heat/sweat and workouts, and being patient for collagen-building results. They also cover boosters like PRP, exosomes, targeted serums, tranexamic acid, and red light therapy, noting personalization and melasma considerations. 00:00 Maximize Treatment Results 01:58 Why Prep Matters 02:52 Pre Treatment Essentials 05:46 Pre Treatment Donts 08:09 Post Treatment Care 13:31 Post Treatment Donts 17:18 Key Ingredients After Healing 19:49 In Office Boosters 23:03 Personalize Your Plan 23:50 Final Takeaways

    26 min

  4. May 18

    Top 10 Benign Things Found on A Skin Exam

    Dr. Zain Husain, Heather, and Courtney discuss the top 10 benign findings commonly seen on skin exams, describing how they look, where they appear, and when they may be confused with skin cancer. They cover seborrheic keratoses, cherry angiomas (and related vascular lesions), skin tags (including DPNs), benign moles/nevi with the ABCDEs and “ugly duckling” concept, lentigines (“liver spots”) versus freckles and the risks of cosmetic laser treatment without proper evaluation, dermatofibromas and the malignant DFSP, milia and look-alikes, sebaceous hyperplasia and its overlap with basal cell carcinoma, idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis, and fibrous papules/angiofibromas. They emphasize avoiding at-home removal, using dermoscopy and biopsy when warranted, and getting lesions checked if changing or symptomatic. 00:00 Welcome Skin Side Out 00:18 Seborrheic Keratoses 03:20 Cherry Angiomas 07:54 Skin Tags Basics 09:55 Dont DIY Removal 11:33 Giant Skin Tag Story 15:05 Benign Moles ABCDEs 18:02 Dermoscopy and raised moles 19:29 New moles and normal changes 20:33 Trust symptoms and biopsy 21:30 Lentigines and sun spots 23:43 Laser risks and melanoma 24:42 Freckles vs liver spots 26:10 Dermatofibroma and dimple sign 28:46 DFSP warning signs 29:58 Milia and safe extraction 33:06 Sebaceous hyperplasia lookalikes 36:42 Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis 39:15 Fibrous papule on the nose 40:53 Final takeaways and skin checks

    43 min

  5. May 11

    Mohs Surgery

    Dr. Zain Husain, Heather, and Courtney explain Mohs surgery as a tissue-sparing, in-office procedure for skin cancers—most commonly basal and squamous cell carcinoma—highlighting its microscopic margin control, same-day cure confirmation, and 99% cure rate. They compare Mohs to standard excision, radiation therapy, ED&C, and other destructive methods, emphasizing the reassurance of immediate histologic proof and reduced removal of healthy tissue. The episode walks through a typical Mohs day from consent, marking, local anesthesia, staged tissue removal and slide processing, to reconstruction options including second-intent healing, linear closure, flaps, and grafts. They discuss appropriate-use criteria, post-op wound care (keep moist and covered), sutures, antibiotics in select cases, continuing blood thinners, expected pain/swelling, activity restrictions to prevent dehiscence, and scar care with sun protection and silicone-based treatments. 00:00 Creative Mohs Intro 00:31 What Is Mohs 01:15 Why Mohs Wins 02:20 Other Treatments Downsides 03:22 Step By Step Procedure 05:47 Waiting Between Stages 06:18 Reconstruction Options 08:07 Who Needs Mohs 09:48 Aftercare Basics 11:50 Antibiotics And Blood Thinners 15:17 Pain Swelling Expectations 17:02 Scar Care And Sun 21:29 Misconceptions And Melanoma 23:39 Wrap Up And Subscribe

    25 min

  6. May 4

    The Anatomy of a Good Skin Check

    In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, this episode explains what a full-body skin exam (skin check) is, why annual exams are recommended for most people, and what patients can expect at the visit, including gowning, the role of a medical assistant, and common comfort concerns. They outline how providers systematically examine the entire skin surface—including scalp, between toes, and sometimes genital areas—and discuss what dermatologists look for, from benign lesions to melanoma using the ABCDE criteria, plus basal cell, squamous cell, and precancerous actinic keratoses, often aided by a dermatoscope. The episode covers biopsies, liquid nitrogen freezing, risk factors like sun exposure, blistering sunburns, and certain occupations, and offers practical prep tips such as minimizing makeup and nail polish, bringing photos, and obtaining prior biopsy records. 00:00 Sun Exposure Risk Jobs 00:15 Skin Cancer Awareness Intro 00:58 What Is a Skin Check 01:55 Arrival and Gowning 03:56 Exam Steps and Chaperone 05:31 Surprising Areas Checked 06:31 What Dermatologists Spot 07:54 Melanoma ABCDEs Explained 10:20 Other Skin Cancers 12:59 Derm Exam Vocabulary 14:34 Biopsy Basics Demystified 16:14 First Visit Worries 18:28 Other Skin Issues and Time 19:25 Skin Exam vs Rash Visit 20:56 How Long It Takes 21:43 How to Prepare 23:39 Bring Records and History 24:41 How Often to Check 26:30 Risk Factors and Sun Exposure 28:18 When a Spot Looks Suspicious 30:18 Liquid Nitrogen Freezing 33:19 Final Tips and Encouragement

    36 min

  7. Apr 27

    Blossom Into Beauty LIVE Podcast

    Welcome to the live Skinside Out Q&A with Dr. Zain, Courtney, and Heather at the Blossom Into Beauty event, where they answer audience and online dermatology questions. They compare RF microneedling and traditional microneedling, highlighting benefits, add-ons like serums, PRP, exosomes, and PDRN, and risks such as fat atrophy from overly deep or high-energy RF treatments and hyperpigmentation if too superficial, stressing the importance of qualified providers. They discuss sun precautions post-procedure, IPL’s uses and limitations (especially in darker skin types), and melasma management with sunscreen (including tinted mineral), topicals like hydroquinone, peels, selected lasers, and oral tranexamic acid, noting triggers like hormones, heat, and blue light. They cover milia extraction, laser hair removal vs electrolysis, pregnancy/breastfeeding procedure considerations, topical estrogen for perimenopausal dryness, and facial balancing with Botox and fillers. 00:00 Live Q&A Kickoff 00:53 RF vs Traditional Microneedling 01:53 RF Risks and Morpheus8 04:34 Traditional Microneedling Benefits 06:30 Serums PRP and Exosomes 10:32 Sun Safety After Treatments 11:28 IPL Basics and Pairing Treatments 16:53 Growth Factor Serums and Plated 21:59 Exosome Age and Topical Estrogen 23:08 Topical Estrogen Hydration 24:13 Where to Apply It 24:46 Milia Eye Bumps 26:54 Melasma Treatment Plan 29:48 Facial Hair Removal Options 34:28 Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Safety 36:51 Facial Balancing Explained 41:35 Final Wrap Up

    43 min

  8. Apr 20

    Hives

    Dr. Zain Husain, MD with Heather and Courtney, breaks down hives (urticaria) from “inside and out,” explaining that hives are a common inflammatory skin reaction driven by histamine release that causes leaky blood vessels, swelling, and itch. They review typical features (raised pink welts that move and usually resolve within 24 hours) and less common presentations like bullous urticaria and urticarial vasculitis, noting they saw unusual hives during COVID. The episode covers triggers including foods (shellfish, nuts), medications (including NSAIDs like ibuprofen/naproxen), and infections (viral, bacterial, sometimes parasitic), and clarifies hives are not always allergic or contagious. They discuss when hives become serious (angioedema/airway symptoms, systemic concerns), first-line treatment with antihistamines (including higher dosing), limited steroid benefit, and newer options like Xolair, Dupixent, and the BTK inhibitor Rapsodo, plus EpiPen use for anaphylaxis risk and practical tips like photos, symptom diaries, trigger avoidance, and gentle skincare. 00:00 COVID Hives Surprise 00:14 Show Intro And Setup 00:40 What Are Hives 01:26 Urticaria Types And Clues 02:56 Common Triggers Explained 05:08 When Hives Are Serious 07:11 First Line Treatments 09:29 Biologics and EpiPen 11:40 Skincare And Tracking Flares 15:31 Myths And When To See Derm 17:27 Wrap Up And Takeaways

    19 min
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Welcome to Skinside Out, where science meets beauty, the ultimate dermatology podcast! Dive deep into the fascinating world of skin health with expert insights, evidence-based discussions, and myth-busting truths. Each episode explores the medical, cosmetic, and surgical aspects of dermatology, while keeping you informed about trending skincare topics. Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast, medical professional, or just curious about how to achieve your best skin, Skinside Out is your go-to resource for staying informed and inspired.

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  • Channel
    Podcast Cary
  • Creator
    NOOR Dermatology & Aesthetics
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
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    ©2025 NOOR Dermatology & Aesthetics
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    Skinside Out

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