The Skin Deep Diaries

Avani Pandey
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Join our deep dives into the stories, struggles, and triumphs of living with skin differences. From personal experiences to expert advice, guest interviews, and listener questions, this podcast is your safe space for embracing uniqueness and redefining beauty. Whether you have vitiligo, know someone who does, or just want to learn and support, tune in every Sunday for honest conversations and empowering insights. Let’s celebrate the beauty in every shade.

  1. May 11

    Skin and Representation in Product Design

    Episode 2 explores how skin is seen and represented in product design. It looks at makeup shade ranges, gaps in dermatology research, and how lighting in photography often fails diverse skin tones. The episode also breaks down how filters and editing shape unrealistic beauty standards online.

  2. Apr 9

    Who Was This Built For?

    I went quiet for a reason. College apps had me thinking hard about identity, design, and who I’m becoming—and now I’m heading to NYU for Interactive Media Arts. But through all of that, one question kept coming up: who was this built for? In this episode, I unpack how everything—from beauty standards to school systems, tech, and healthcare—is often designed for a “default” person… and what happens when you’re not that person. More importantly, I’m asking: who gets left out—and what would it look like to design for them first?

    Who Was This Built For?

  3. 10/21/2025

    The Real Story — with Dr. John Harris

    In this kickoff episode of The Skin Deep Diaries, host Avani Pandey sits down with Dr. John Harris — one of the world’s leading experts on vitiligo — to uncover what’s really happening beneath the skin. From breaking down the science (without the jargon) to busting myths about what causes vitiligo, this conversation gets real about genetics, triggers, and what it’s like to live with the condition. Dr. Harris, the founding director of the Vitiligo Clinic and Research Center at UMass Chan Medical School, shares insights from his clinic and lab, helping teens and families understand that vitiligo isn’t something to fear — it’s something to understand. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting someone with vitiligo, or just curious about how our skin works, this episode will change the way you see pigment, identity, and self-acceptance. Because our skin tells a story — and it’s one worth sharing.

  4. 08/10/2025

    Embracing the Journey of Living Boldly

    Join us on The Skin Deep Diaries as we dive into a powerful conversation with Omar Sharife, a vitiligo advocate and adventurer. Omar shares his journey of embracing his unique skin and finding freedom through adventure and self-discovery. From his first modeling shot to scaling mountain tops, Omar's story is a testament to resilience and the power of owning your narrative. Tune in to hear how he inspires others to live boldly and embrace their true selves.

    Embracing the Journey of Living Boldly

  5. 07/26/2025

    Art, Identity & Skin in the Digital Age

    In this Season 4 kickoff, Avani sits down with Madaline Smith (@mad_smith3) to explore how art, identity, and skin collide in the digital age. From vulnerability in content creation to reclaiming beauty narratives online, this episode is a deep dive into what it really means to be seen — and to see yourself.

    Art, Identity & Skin in the Digital Age

  6. 07/13/2025 ·  Bonus

    Unfiltered Reflections: What This Season Taught Me

    In this solo episode, Avani closes out Season 3 with raw honesty, big heart, and zero filters. She reflects on the lessons, struggles, and breakthroughs that shaped this season—and opens up about why she started The Skin Deep Diaries, why she almost stopped, and why she’s not done yet. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or unsure—this one’s for you.

    Unfiltered Reflections: What This Season Taught Me

  7. 07/06/2025

    Beauty, Balance, and the Business of Healing

    A conversation that blends skin health, integrative medicine, ancient beauty rituals, and what it really takes to lead in wellness entrepreneurship, especially as a woman of color in a Western medical world.

  8. 06/29/2025

    Rethinking Vitiligo: A Dermatologist’s Take with Dr. Anwar

    In this episode of The Skin Deep Diaries, Dr. S. Anwar — a dermatologist with 25+ years of experience — dives into fresh perspectives on vitiligo treatment, skin health, and why individualized care matters. From science to self-esteem, we cover it all.

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Join our deep dives into the stories, struggles, and triumphs of living with skin differences. From personal experiences to expert advice, guest interviews, and listener questions, this podcast is your safe space for embracing uniqueness and redefining beauty. Whether you have vitiligo, know someone who does, or just want to learn and support, tune in every Sunday for honest conversations and empowering insights. Let’s celebrate the beauty in every shade.

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  • Creator
    Avani Pandey
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Avani Pandey
  • Show Website
    The Skin Deep Diaries