Meder Beauty

Dr. Tiina Meder
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You want healthy, glowing skin—but with all the products, trends, and conflicting advice, it’s hard to know what actually works.  Welcome to the Meder Beauty Podcast, hosted by Dr. Tiina Meder, a former cardiologist and board-certified dermatologist. In each episode, we uncover what really matters, break down the science, and give you real, expert-backed skincare advice. Whether you’re looking to achieve radiant healthy skin, curious about anti-aging, or want to understand what’s really in your products, you’re in the right place. Rooted in science and the truth about what your skin actually needs, we’ll have in-depth conversations with leading dermatologists, medical experts, and skincare brand founders to bring you the latest innovations, evidence-based insights, and industry secrets that truly make a difference.

  1. 3D AGO

    Neurotherapy in Skincare: How Skin and Brain Communicate

    Send a text In this episode, I explore the connection between neuroscience, neurotherapy, and skincare, a topic that is finally gaining the attention it deserves. Skin and the nervous system are embryological siblings. They develop together, communicate constantly, and use the same biochemical language throughout our lives. This is why stress, lack of sleep, anxiety, and emotional discomfort can instantly change the way our skin looks and feels. I explain how inflammation, microbiome imbalance, and nervous system overactivation contribute to conditions like acne, rosacea, eczema, and chronic itch, and why irritating or sensitizing skincare can affect not only the skin, but also the brain. This episode is about understanding skin as a communication organ, not just a surface to be treated. When we calm the skin, we calm the nervous system. And that changes everything. Learn more from the previous episodes: Food, Microbiome & Skin: The Forgotten Connection Your Skin’s Hidden Ecosystem: Why the Microbiome Matters More Than You Think The Sensitive Skin Epidemic: What Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You Understanding Acne: Myths vs. Science Episode resources: Laurent Misery - Dermatologist known for research on neurocutaneous interactions and skin neuroscience Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    36 min

  2. FEB 10

    Glow Is Not a Trend, It Is a Reflection of Skin Health with Dr. Brendan Khong

    Send a text In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Brendan Khong, one of London’s leading aesthetic doctors and someone many call the King of Glow.  What I love about Brendan’s work is that it challenges the aggressive, one size fits all approach that still dominates aesthetic medicine. We talk about why true glow does not come from inflammation, trauma, or trends, but from skin health, longevity, and intelligent regeneration. We discuss how advanced laser technology, inflammation control, skincare, and lifestyle must work together, why not every patient needs retinoids, and why safety and effectiveness should always come before visible results. This conversation is about a new generation of aesthetic medicine that respects skin biology, works with the body rather than against it, and prioritizes long term skin health over short term glow. Episode resources: The Aerolase Neo Elite - Regenerative 1064nm Laser for Acne, Melasma, Skin Rejuvenation Rexonage3 - advanced aesthetic medical device using Quantum Molecular Resonance (QMR) Connect with Dr. Brendan: Dr Brendan Khong Website Dr Brendan Khong Instagram Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    45 min

  3. FEB 3

    Facial Redness Does Not Always Mean Rosacea

    Send us a text Facial redness is often seen as something that needs to be fixed. In this episode, I want to look at it more carefully. Not all facial redness is rosacea. While rosacea is a serious inflammatory condition that needs proper treatment, many people have persistent facial redness that is genetic and completely benign. I see this confusion often, and when redness is misdiagnosed, the skincare choices that follow can actually make the skin more sensitive and uncomfortable. I also explain how to recognize the difference between inflammatory redness and a condition called erythema faciei. I also share why aggressive treatments like acids, exfoliation, lasers, or heavy creams are often the wrong approach, and what supportive, science based skincare can really help. Some skin features are not problems to solve. They are part of your skin’s natural story. Learn more from the previous episodes: Exfoliation Secrets: How to Renew Your Skin the Smart Way Sun Protection Strategy: More Than Sunscreen! SPF Isn’t Enough: The New Language of Sun Care Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    42 min

  4. JAN 27

    Generational Beauty: What We Learned Before Skincare Went Viral

    Send us a text This episode feels like sitting at the table with family stories, laughter, and memories shared across generations. Sarah and I talk about beauty rituals we grew up with. Not trends, not routines from social media, but the habits passed down through families, cultures, and communities. Moisturizing straight after the shower. Cocoa butter, shea butter, Vaseline. Hair rituals that took time and care. Short, clean nails. Fragrance saved for special occasions. Beauty rooted in comfort, protection, and health. We explore how different cultures approach skin, hair, and self-care, from cold northern climates and sauna traditions to Caribbean and Black American beauty rituals centered around hydration, hair, and expression. We talk honestly about how beauty standards were shaped, questioned, and sometimes resisted, from going grey to wearing red lipstick, from straightening hair to embracing natural texture. This is a light, joyful conversation, but also a meaningful one. Beauty rituals are not superficial. They are about connection, memory, care, and learning to listen to your body. A perfect episode to remind us that skincare and beauty were never meant to be rushed; they were meant to be shared. Connect with us: Sarah Drew Instagram Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    33 min

  5. JAN 20

    TikTok Skincare Trends. What Works, What Fails, What’s Dangerous

    Send us a text TikTok skincare trends move incredibly fast. One month it’s beef tallow, the next it’s salmon DNA, nano ingredients, or exosomes. Each new idea arrives with urgency and confidence, promising dramatic results and a shortcut to better skin. In this episode, I talk about why these trends feel so convincing, why they rise so quickly, and why they so often disappear just as fast. I explain where the real risks begin, and why many viral ideas raise serious scientific, ethical, and safety questions once you look beyond the headlines. After nearly 30 years in the beauty industry, I have seen this cycle repeat itself again and again. A concept goes viral. It sounds revolutionary. It promises fast change. And then, quietly, it fades away. I also share what does stand the test of time. Peptides. Microbiome-supportive skincare. Biotechnological ingredients. Approaches that focus on skin longevity rather than short-term beautification. This episode is an invitation to slow down, ask better questions, and choose skincare that works with biology, not against it. Episode Resources: Dermal absorption and short-term biological impact in hairless mice from sunscreens containing zinc oxide nano- or larger particles Antagonistic Skin Toxicity of Co-Exposure to Physical Sunscreen Ingredients Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles Dermal absorption and short-term biological impact in hairless mice from sunscreens containing zinc oxide nano- or larger particles Toxicity and penetration of TiO2 nanoparticles in hairless mice and porcine skin after subchronic dermal exposure Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Tiina Meder LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    40 min

  6. JAN 13

    Skin Types Explained: Why Normal Is Not the Goal

    Send us a text Is there such a thing as normal skin? In this episode, I revisit one of the oldest and most misunderstood concepts in skincare. The idea of skin types as dry, oily, normal, or sensitive has been with us for more than a century. But does it still make sense today? I explain why normal skin is not a scientific reality and why dry or oily skin can still be perfectly healthy. Using modern dermatological knowledge, I break down genetic predispositions, circadian rhythms, microbiome activity, and how skin naturally protects and repairs itself throughout the day and night. I explore when oiliness or dryness is normal, when it becomes a condition, and why aggressive attempts to “fix” shine or tightness often do more harm than good. I also explain why personalized skincare matters far more than chasing an average ideal. This episode lays the groundwork for understanding your skin as it truly is, individual, dynamic, and biologically intelligent. Episode resources: Dr. Leslie Baumann – The Science of Natural Beauty Standard Evaluation of the Patient: The Merz Scale Unilever says no to 'normal' with new positive beauty vision Learn more from the previous episodes: The Sensitive Skin Epidemic: What Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You Understanding Wrinkles: Types, Causes & What Actually Works Skin Pigmentation: Causes, Triggers, and Treatments That Work Beat Jet Lag: Skincare, Sleep & Travel Secrets Beyond Retinol: The New Science of Safer, Smarter Skincare Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    41 min

  7. JAN 6

    Skin Health From the Inside Out with Claudia Barthelemy

    Send us a text Welcome to 2026. I am so happy to start the year with my dear colleague Claudia Barthelemy and a conversation that reflects everything I believe about healthy skin. In this episode, we talk about what healthy skin truly means beyond trends, quick fixes, and surface-level beauty. Claudia is the founder of The Healthy Skin Room in Belgravia, London, and a facial therapist who works with the skin from the inside out, combining facial massage, science-based skincare, nutrition, and lifestyle support. Claudia shares her personal journey with stress, inflammation, rosacea, and dietary intolerance, and how these experiences shaped her holistic approach to skin health. Together, we explore why facial massage is a powerful tool for circulation, lymphatic flow, and nervous system regulation, why barrier health must always come first, and how modern life, stress, and food choices show up on the skin. This episode is a gentle and thoughtful way to begin the year. It is about aging well, listening to your skin, and choosing approaches that support long-term skin health rather than fighting biology. Episode resources: ASMR Ultimate Bespoke Facial — Probiotic Skincare for Glowing Skin (Unintentional ASMR) Nerida Joy — Skincare expert & celebrity esthetician Connect with Claudia: Healthy Skin Room Website Healthy Skin Room Instagram Claudia Barthelemy YouTube Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Meder Beauty YouTube Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    58 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Skin Longevity Starts Here: Biological Age vs Chrono Age Explained

    Send us a text In this final episode of 2025, I explore a question that sits at the center of modern longevity science and skincare. What matters more for skin aging, chronological age or biological age?  Chronological age is fixed. It is the number in our passport. Biological age is different. It reflects how our cells function, how fast our internal clocks are ticking, and how our lifestyle, stress, inflammation, circulation and skincare choices shape the skin over time. I explain why biological age can differ dramatically between people of the same chronological age, how epigenetics influence skin aging, and why many aggressive anti-aging strategies may actually accelerate biological aging instead of slowing it down. This conversation sets the foundation for what is coming in 2026. A deeper focus on skin longevity, function, resilience and healthification over short-term beautification. Learn more from the previous episodes: Smart Skincare, Not Quick Fixes: Biohacking Explained Understanding Wrinkles: Types, Causes & What Actually Works Understanding Acne: Myths vs. Science Connect with us: Meder by Dr. Tiina Meder Meder Beauty Instagram Meder Beauty Facebook Meder Beauty TikTok Meder Beauty LinkedIn Listen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    33 min
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You want healthy, glowing skin—but with all the products, trends, and conflicting advice, it’s hard to know what actually works.  Welcome to the Meder Beauty Podcast, hosted by Dr. Tiina Meder, a former cardiologist and board-certified dermatologist. In each episode, we uncover what really matters, break down the science, and give you real, expert-backed skincare advice. Whether you’re looking to achieve radiant healthy skin, curious about anti-aging, or want to understand what’s really in your products, you’re in the right place. Rooted in science and the truth about what your skin actually needs, we’ll have in-depth conversations with leading dermatologists, medical experts, and skincare brand founders to bring you the latest innovations, evidence-based insights, and industry secrets that truly make a difference.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Tiina Meder
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Meder Beauty
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    Meder Beauty