The mighty mitochondria is the star of this episode- and it may in fact be the key to optimising skin health, regardless of the condition you're looking to improve.

In this episode we're exploring the intricacies of the cell's mitochondria - the energy haven responsible for producing the fuel that powers our cell's ability to communicate, synthesise essential molecules, regenerate/reproduce, remove waste and create more energy.

We'll be revealing the important stages of respiration (energy production), the oxidative nature of mitochondrial activity, what a deficient mitochondrial state looks like in the skin and what topicals and aesthetic treatments can enhance mitochondrial health.

Enjoy x D

Dubbed the 'national cancer' in Australia (and New Zealand), at least 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer in their lifetime :-(

Sadly, despite a record high volume of accessible education surrounding the importance of safe sun practice, the application of skin protection products and regular skin checks, incidences continue to increase as does the impact on the health system. Whilst treatment avenues have improved over time, skin cancer is serious and life threatening and according to the available reports, data and published peer review articles, can largely be prevented.

This episode will explore the three most commonly diagnosed forms of skin cancer, symptoms to be aware of and the treatment avenues available. It will explore the evolving role of a beauty therapist, dermal therapist or dermal clinician in playing a far more active part in the early detection of what could be a life-threatening growth - after all, we will likely see our clients/patients much more frequently than their dermatologist.

As we fast approach the Australian and New Zealand high summer, the time for revisiting this important topic could not be more relevant - enjoy!

The EPIDERMIS is arguably the most important region of the skin for skin specialists – it’s what we target on a daily basis in

This episode will explore the key zones of the epidermis, from the deepest basale region to the outermost corneum. This tour explores the impressive transformation that our primary skin cells undergo on their way up to the surface and highlights the support crew responsible for ensuring that our skin maintains its ability to serve us optimally as an evolved organ of protection.

The Power of Protons podcast has been brought to you by pHformula Australia & New Zealand www.phformula.com.au

The worldwide non-invasive aesthetic treatment market was valued at US$61.2 billion in 2022, with a predicted compounding annual growth rate of 15.4% until 2030 (Grand Review Research).

It’s no surprise then that there is an incredibly high demand for procedures that refresh, rejuvenate, recontour, reshape and ultimately reveal a more youthful appearance; in fact, skin rejuvenation treatments rank #2 among the fastest growing categories.

With the evolution of skin rejuvenation treatments over the past decade, and the recent updates to regulations for the non-surgical market, as published by AHPRA, the time for taking consultation seriously couldn’t be more relevant.

This podcast has been made possible with the support of pHformula Australia, the Australian and New Zealand distributor of pHformula, dermatological skin resurfacing. www.phformula.com.au

Strap yourself in for this 10-step guide that empowers you to make the most sound decision when starting-up with a new business coach who'll help you and your skin clinic reach its full potential and enter a new growth phase.

These 10 questions and talking points will establish a sound baseline for interviewing prospective business coaches/mentors/consultants before you jump on the wagon - and it all starts with you!

Episode 7 will unpack everything from how you measure 'success' to what stage of the 'business lifecycle' are your currently in, what problem you need to prioritise solving to whether your business coach should hold a qualification in a business discipline, the coach's assessment process to tangible and personalised resources that this business relationship should yield.

Grab your pen and kick start your 2024 strategy for leveraging your resources to engage with the right people who can help you kick your goals in the new year and beyond (as opposed to those just looking for a quick coaching buck)!

Enjoy!

When we aim to treat pigment irregularities in the skin, we need to consider the relationship between the two most involved cells – the melanocyte (the cell producing the pigment) and the keratinocyte (the cell receiving the pigment).

This relationship is fiercely debated, with a number of theories proposed dating back to the 1960s as to how this transfer of pigment actually takes place.

However, one thing we do know is that these two cell types are married, in a relationship known as the epidermal-melanin unit, and this marriage requires a commitment to communication to ensure an overall happy, functional and good looking skin.

This episode will explore some of the intricacies involved in maintaining a happy marriage between the keratinocyte and melanocyte, the importance of cell to cell and cytokine/enzyme to cell communication, as well as factors that can cause pigment misfire and dysfunctional melanin production.

Enjoy xx

It’s one of the most common skin conditions we see in clinic and boy can it lead to a host of other undesired skin conditions – we’re looking at you dehydration!

This new episode will investigate the latest studies surrounding dehydration and trans epidermal water loss (TEWL), the contributing factors, the knock-on effect to premature ageing and inflammatory skin conditions, the link between acne and TEWL

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Talking about the skin, cytokines are the ultimate conductors that we, as skin specialists, rely on during our advanced treatments and to achieve remarkable long-term results for our patients. They also just happen to be the culprits in many skin conditions that we seek to treat - from acne to hyperpigmentation, atopic dermatitis to rosacea, barrier impairment and ageing.

For every action, whether environmental, intrinsic or topically applied, there is a cytokine reaction - and maintaining a level of balance amongst our cytokine population and the messages being transferred and communicated between skin cells is absolute KEY to consider when developing safe and effective treatment programs.

This episode of The Power of Protons explores the role that cytokines play in skin health and condition, the chatter that occurs between skin cells, pigment cells, immune cells and collagen cells, and how to achieve the fastest outcomes, whilst respecting these innate biological processes.

In the next episode of "The Power of Protons," we're diving deep into the world of acids – most specifically, how to calculate the TRUE strength of a skin care product or treatment that contains AHAs and BHAs!

Forget concentration alone, or even the overall pH of the solution; it's time to decode the often-overlooked pKa values of the acids in the formula and their ability to release protons.

We're demystifying the chemistry behind pH, pKa, and proton mobility, revealing how these factors shape the efficacy of your favorite skincare products and 'peeling' solutions and exploring what the process of 'buffering' does to the acids to unveil the most modern approach to controlled skin resurfacing.

This episode will reshape your view towards working with acids on the skin and equip you with important resources that you probably didn't learn at college!

This is where it all begins - and it also just happens to be what orchestrates the condition of your skin. Join us for a whirlwind tour of the human cell, most specifically the inner workings of the sophisticated cells that make up the skin that protects your body.

A great recap for skin specialists of all levels of experience and a great reminder of what we are influencing when applying advanced aesthetic treatment techniques and skincare formulations.