The Skin Real ®

Is Medical Grade Skincare Worth It?


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Are you spending hundreds on skincare that's actually worse than what's sitting on drugstore shelves?

As a dermatologist, I see it every day: patients wasting money on products that don't work while ignoring effective, affordable options at their local pharmacy. After my conversation with cosmetic industry insider Dr. Patty Farris, I'm finally sharing the truth about what's really worth your money!

We dismiss drugstore skincare as "cheap" while gravitating toward indie companies that tout "natural" and "clean" ingredients. But these buzzwords have no regulated meaning and often signal products without rigorous testing. 

I'm also calling out the 'clean beauty' movement for what it really is: brilliant marketing that preys on your fears about "chemicals." Here's the truth - your entire body is made of chemicals, and synthetic ingredients are often safer and more effective than "natural" ones.

Key Takeaways:

  • Why I personally use mostly drugstore skincare and recommend it 
  • The real difference between medical grade and over-the-counter products
  • How to identify which products in your routine are doing nothing
  • The clean beauty myth: why "natural" doesn't mean better
  • Why synthetic ingredients are often safer than "natural" counterparts
  • The shocking R&D spending gap between drugstore giants and boutique brands
  • Coming breakthrough: Tenisorb S UVA filter and AI-powered personalized skincare
  • The regenerative medicine revolution in anti-aging
  • The Skin Real app is officially LIVE! Download it now.

    Want more expert skin advice without the overwhelm?

    Subscribe to The Skin Real Podcast wherever you listen, and visit www.theskinreal.com for dermatologist-backed tips to help you feel confident in your skin—at every age.

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    Thanks for tuning in. And remember—real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.

    Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

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