Meder Beauty

Dr. Tiina Meder
  • 5.0 (11)
  • HEALTH & FITNESS

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. 8H AGO

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 12/23/2025

    What 2025 Taught Us About Skin with Sarah Drew

    Send us a text Today, I sit down with Sarah Drew to reflect on our year in the beauty industry. We talk about the moments that surprised us, what clients struggled with most and the habits, treatments and rituals that truly supported the skin in 2025. Sarah brings her beautiful blend of holistic wellness, hands-on experience and medical aesthetics, and together we explore everything from holiday skincare routines to microcurrent therapy, stress, sugar, sleep, lymphatic drainage, emotional wellbeing and the small presents we should all be giving ourselves. This is a gentle, joyful conversation full of practical advice, industry insight and end-of-year reflection. A warm way to close the year and start the next one with intention, gratitude and healthier skin. Merry Christmas my dear friends! 🎄 Learn more from the previous episodes with Sarah: The Value of a Skin Professional Why Skincare Strategy Starts With Listening First Beyond SPF: The Real Rules of Summer Skin Protection Understanding & Treating Pigmentation Naturally Safe Skincare for Cancer Patients Teenagers Skincare Truths Beyond Fear: Building Trust in the Beauty Industry Professional Skincare: How Beauticians Choose Brands Skincare for Athletes: Protecting Your Skin Before, During & After Training Connect with us: Sarah Drew Instagram 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

    38 min

  5. 12/16/2025

    How Ingredients Interact. The Truth Behind Skincare Mixing Errors

    Send us a text Most people mix skincare products without thinking about how the ingredients interact.  In this episode, I explain something I see every day in my clinical work. Some ingredients work beautifully together. Others neutralize each other completely. And some combinations can irritate the skin, damage the barrier, and create long-lasting problems. I speak about the pairings that worry me most, including retinol with acids, acids with acids, peptides with acids, vitamin C with niacinamide, and benzoyl peroxide with almost anything. I also explain why essential oils can be unpredictable and why some formulas lose their effect the moment you apply another product. Of course, there are amazing synergetic combinations too. I share the antioxidant trios, peptide partnerships, and microbiome-friendly formulations that consistently give better results. My goal in this episode is simple. I want to help you understand what is safe, what actually works, and how to protect your skin from avoidable mistakes. When you know how ingredients behave, your skincare becomes more effective and far more enjoyable. Learn more from the previous episodes: Beyond Retinol: The New Science of Safer, Smarter Skincare The Magic of Peptides: Why They’re Transforming Skincare Forever Vitamins in Skincare: What Works, What Doesn’t & What’s Coming Next What Most People Get Wrong About Antioxidants in Skincare Your Skin’s Hidden Ecosystem: Why the Microbiome Matters More Than You Think 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

    46 min

  6. 12/09/2025

    Holistic Skin Health and Somatic Beauty with Jessi Slavich

    Send us a text In this episode, I talk with the wonderful Jessi Slavich of Vena Cava Skin Therapy, one of the most intuitive and anatomy informed holistic aestheticians I know. Jessi works at the intersection of skin, stress, and the nervous system, helping clients age well without aggressive treatments or trends. We discuss why the industry still misunderstands the microbiome, how stress shapes the way we age, and why building long term relationships between practitioner and client matters more than any device. Jessi also shares her journey into somatic skincare, her surprising red flags when evaluating brands, and what she believes clients should ask before choosing a skincare line or practitioner. This is a deeply thoughtful conversation filled with science, humor and real world guidance for anyone who wants healthier skin and a healthier relationship with beauty. Episode resources: Read NY Times article with Jessi: Can Cosmetic Acupuncture Be the New Botox? Learn more from the previous episodes: The Value of a Skin Professional with Sarah Drew Red Carpet Ready Skin: What You Can Do at Home Vitamins in Skincare: What Works, What Doesn’t & What’s Coming Next Professional Skincare: How Beauticians Choose Brands Your Skin’s Hidden Ecosystem: Why the Microbiome Matters More Than You Think Connect with us: Vena Cava Skin Therapy Website Vena Cava Instagram 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

    53 min

  7. 12/02/2025

    Glycation Explained: How Sugar Damages Collagen

    Send us a text Did you know that sugar can age your skin faster than the sun? In this episode, I explain what glycation really is, the chemical process where sugar molecules stick to collagen and elastin, making your skin stiff, dull, and less elastic. We’ll talk about how to recognize the signs of “sugar face,” why under-eye bags and dullness often appear first, and how glycation connects to your heart and metabolic health. I also share science-backed ways to prevent glycation: from simple diet tweaks and slow cooking to antioxidants, supplements, and anti-glycation skincare ingredients like carnosine, resveratrol, and peptides. Healthy, youthful skin isn’t just about what you apply, it’s about how you live. Learn more from the previous episodes: The Truth About Collagen: Biggest Myths About Taking Collagen What Most People Get Wrong About Antioxidants in Skincare The Magic of Peptides: Why They’re Transforming Skincare Forever 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

    37 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    The Hidden Science of Eye Care: Puffiness, Dark Circles & Prevention

    Send us a text Do you really need eye cream or is it just clever marketing? This is one of the rare cases where I’ll tell you: no, it’s not just marketing. In this episode, I explain why the skin around our eyes is so different from the rest of the face, thinner, drier, more fragile, and with its own pH and microbiome. I talk about how to choose the right formulas for puffiness, dark circles, dryness, or fine lines, and why using your regular face cream around the eyes can actually do more harm than good. I also share how to build a smart routine: why lightweight, water-based gels work best at night, and richer, protective formulas are perfect for the day. You’ll learn which ingredients to look for, from peptides and probiotics to caffeine and niacinamide, and what to avoid (yes, even retinol!). If you’ve ever wondered how to truly care for this delicate, expressive area, this episode is for you. 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

    40 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
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Meder Beauty
  • Show Website
    Meder Beauty