31 episodes

The Skin Science Podcast, hosted by Crown’s Chief Science Officer, Thomas Hitchcock, Ph.D. and assisted by Angela McDonald, Senior Director of Education for Crown Aesthetics, features in depth discussions about all things Skin Science. Whether it’s the skin microbiome, acne or SPF selection, to therapeutic and aesthetic treatment options and more, our discussions will challenge your thinking about Skin Science topics.

The Skin Science Podcast with Thomas Hitchcock, Ph.D‪.‬ PR

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    • 4.3 • 6 Ratings

The Skin Science Podcast, hosted by Crown’s Chief Science Officer, Thomas Hitchcock, Ph.D. and assisted by Angela McDonald, Senior Director of Education for Crown Aesthetics, features in depth discussions about all things Skin Science. Whether it’s the skin microbiome, acne or SPF selection, to therapeutic and aesthetic treatment options and more, our discussions will challenge your thinking about Skin Science topics.

    "Exosomes" with David Weir, MSN, APRN, NP-C

    "Exosomes" with David Weir, MSN, APRN, NP-C

    In this episode of The Skin Science Podcast, Thomas M. Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer, speaks with David Weir, MSN, APRN, NP-C, about exosomes and the challenge of limited substantiated science.

    The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc., and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent.


    0:00 Introduction
    0:55 Guest, David Weir
    3:00 Exosomes in the aesthetic industry 
    7:12 Studies with exosomes
    10:40 Questions of safety and dosage 
    12:50 Exosome sources 
    18:10 How genetics play into exosome contents 
    24:40 Responsibilities of consumers, providers, and companies 
    28:40 What questions patients should ask about exosome products
    33:40 Concluding statements

    • 36 min
    How Mind, Skin, and Gut are All Connected with Dr. Jigna Patel of Vedaskin

    How Mind, Skin, and Gut are All Connected with Dr. Jigna Patel of Vedaskin

    In this episode of The Skin Science Podcast, Thomas M. Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer, speaks with Angela Wilson McDonald, Global VP, Education and Customer Success, and Dr. Jigna Patel of Vedaskin, about how mind, skin, and gut are all connected.

    The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc. or its affiliates, and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent.


    0:00 Intro
    1:07 Dr. Jigna Patel
    4:40 Gut, brain, skin connection
    8:10 Derm layers 
    12:38 Microbiome similarities across individuals
    16:28 Hair follicles
    20:37 Nervous system regulation
    25:00 Microflora balance 
    29:25 Immune reactions 
    30:54 Microbe secretions
    33:00 Clinical evaluation for patients
    37:36 Medication influence 
    39:18 Food and sleep
    44:20 Reevaluating care
    49:40 Closing

    • 54 min
    Habits and Knowledge We Need to Unlearn with Dr. Jigna Patel of Vedaskin

    Habits and Knowledge We Need to Unlearn with Dr. Jigna Patel of Vedaskin

    In this episode of The Skin Science Podcast, Thomas M. Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer, speaks with Angela Wilson McDonald, Global VP, Education and Customer Success, and Dr. Jinga Patel of Vedaskin, about the habits and knowledge we have learned over time and now need to unlearn, and why.

    The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc. or its affiliates, and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent.

    • 51 min
    RF Microneedling v Microneedling with David Weir MSM, APRN, NP-C

    RF Microneedling v Microneedling with David Weir MSM, APRN, NP-C

    Hosted by Thomas Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer at Crown Laboratories, The Skin Science Podcast is a monthly podcast that covers topics relating to skin health. The series digs into hot topics within dermatology and aesthetics and challenges the audience to think a bit differently about current skin treatment options.  In this episode, Dr. Hitchcock speaks with David Weir, NP, about microneedling with and without RF technology.

    The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc., and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent.

    • 43 min
    Trends, Fads, and Hot Ingredients in Skincare with Ted Lain, MD and Patti Farris, MD

    Trends, Fads, and Hot Ingredients in Skincare with Ted Lain, MD and Patti Farris, MD

    Hosted by Thomas Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer at Crown Laboratories, The Skin Science Podcast is a monthly podcast that covers topics relating to skin health. The series digs into hot topics within dermatology and aesthetics and challenges the audience to think a bit differently about current skin treatment options.   

    The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc., and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent. 

    • 41 min
    "The Skin Biome and Implications of Topicals" with Ted Lain, MD, MBA

    "The Skin Biome and Implications of Topicals" with Ted Lain, MD, MBA

    In this episode of The Skin Science Podcast, Thomas M. Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer, speaks with Ted Lain, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer at Sanova Dermatology and Co-Founder and Co-Director of the Science of Skincare Summit, about the skin biome and implications of topicals.

    The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc., and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent.

    • 37 min

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Dr Hitchcock is bridging the skin microbiome gap for consumers and practitioners. He is a subject matter expert, and I’m spiraling on this exciting new area of research! If you want to stay ahead of the aesthetics and skincare industry, get your finger on the pulse of the work that Crown and Dr. Hitchcock are sharing with us in this podcast. No more probiotic voodoo. This is nothing but solid microbe science.

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