Your Summer Skin Survival Guide

The Medsplaining podcast is back! We’re kicking off this new season with a hot topic: summer skincare.

I’m joined again by Dr. Jennifer Tran (@drjenntran), a double board-certified dermatologist based in Toronto, and our go-to skin expert, to talk about treating summer skin woes: from breakouts to sunburns. We’re breaking down what works, what doesn’t and what products to grab (or ditch) this season.

So if you’re not sure how to update your skincare this summer, this is the best place to start. We’re giving you the real solutions to the most common (and annoying) skin issues that come with the heat.

Featured in your guide:

[03:16] — New pup alert! Meet the newest member of the fam. I’m head over heels about her.

[05:27] — A patient walks into a derm’s office… and yup, this summer skin issue is what dermatologists see every. single. day.

[06:59] — Skincare mistakes you don’t know you’re making. Are you using the right sunscreen?

[07:40] — Mystery skincare case: One of my patients got melasma, a condition causing skin darkening and discolouration. What happened? Could it have been prevented?

[12:22] — YES! You still need a moisturizer in the summer. NO. Your sweat doesn’t count. Here’s what a derm recommends instead.

[12:45] — Mineral vs. chemical sunscreen: which one is queen? Does it matter?

[14:52] — You don’t need a derm to treat a sunburn. Here are some at-home remedies to help.

[16:32] — Summer breakouts are the worst (likely from all the sweating). This is the best way to keep your skin clear.

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This episode is sponsored by Zax’s Original first aid skincare products—your go-to solution for soothing relief. Developed by a pharmacist and created by a mom, Zax’s Original is the trusted first-aid skincare solution for families. Check out zaxsoriginal.com for more info.

Thanks for tuning in. See you next time!