Podcasts by Heal Thy Skin by Dermhealth.co

Inflammation and the Skin with Stefanie Milla, CEO and Founder of Dermalist Skincare from 2020-11-23T20:38:19

Like any other part of your body, your skin can be involved in immune responses. Most of us have experienced skin inflammation at some point in our lives. But did you know that it is a way for y...

Skin Cancer Action Week with Dr Adam Sheridan of Australasian College of Dermatologists from 2020-11-16T18:00

Summer’s just around the corner! But along with those warm sunny days also comes a serious threat: ultraviolet (UV) radiation. We all know that spending a bit too much time under the sun can cau...

In her own words: living with CFS/ME with Georgina Wasdall, Disability Model and Actress from 2020-11-09T22:03:13

No doubt, when an illness barges into your life unannounced and takes up residence, it can leave you feeling angry, defeated, and powerless.

Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue synd...

Beyond the scars with Isabella Fernandes, model and burn injury survivor from 2020-11-02T21:56:45

When people see something different, unusual, or curious, they look.  Or even stare. And it is a reality of life that when we look different—colourful tattoos, unique dress, or burn scars—p...

Alopecia Areata with Gary Sherwood of the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF) from 2020-10-26T21:00:59

The term alopecia means hair loss.  Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that often results in unpredictable hair loss. In the majority of cases, hair falls out in small patches around...

The mind-skin connection with Dr Kierra Barr of Resilient Health Institute from 2020-10-19T21:23

The mind and skin are intimately entangled. If you've ever blushed from embarrassment, you know that your skin can reflect what you're feeling inside. It makes sense, then, that emotional troubl...

Skin bleaching with Dr Tess Mauricio from 2020-10-12T21:28:15

The idea of altering skin tone has been around since ancient times. Arguably, it was during the height of colonialism and the rise of “scientific racism” (the pseudoscientific idea that empirica...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Dr Eva Nagy from 2020-10-05T21:19:52

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins this week, we’ll start seeing pink awareness efforts everywhere. Pink products will line the shelves at stores, awareness and fundraising ads will showcas...

Functional medicine practitioners guide to skin conditions with Rebecca Hughes of Melbourne Functional Medicine from 2020-09-28T22:23:05

Functional medicine takes a different perspective on skin diseases by not viewing it as a “disease” in and of itself. Rather, many skin conditions are considered an external symptom of an intern...

Naturopathy and the Skin with Emily Bathgate of The Purist Collection from 2020-09-21T22:42:53

Wouldn’t it be great if we could design a single piece of clothing that was protective, comfortable, stretchable as well as stain-resistant, water-resistant and fade-resistant? One that never ne...

Fat grafting; what is it and who is it for? With Dr. Simone Matousek from 2020-09-14T22:19:42

Are you considering plastic surgery but not sure where to start? Want a new look but can’t decide which procedure is best for you?

When you think of plastic surgery do synthetic implants ...

Sepsis Awareness Month with Caitlin Alsop from 2020-09-07T22:50:03

If you were told that there is a silent killer in Australia that takes the lives of up to half the people who get it each year—more than 5000 people—would you know what it is? If you were told t...

Skincare 101 with Ross Macdougald, Founder of Biologi from 2020-08-31T19:00

Whether you read it on the internet, heard it from a friend, or had it passed down from generation to generation, chances are you are clinging to at least one bad piece of skincare advice.

Talking Eczema with Cheryl Talent, President of Eczema Association of Australasia from 2020-08-25T05:14:17

For more than 3 million children and adolescents living with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD)—the most common and serious type of eczema—the worst words in the English language are “don...

Healing Breast Cancer with Kathryn Elliott, breast cancer warrior from 2020-08-17T22:24:50

Maybe you've had someone in your life who went through breast cancer. Maybe you've seen characters go through breast cancer treatment on TV shows or maybe you've had it yourself.  But there’s so mu...

Skin Health and Podiatry with Joseph Frenkel, Podiatrist and Wound Care Consultant from 2020-08-10T22:28:17

The feet support the entire body; therefore, foot health has a large impact on one’s overall health. The foot and ankle have 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Co...

Hormonally Shifting the Skin and Menopause with Dr Keira Barr of Resilient Health Institute from 2020-08-03T22:18:54

Hormones can have a profound effect on the skin. Hormonal changes in adolescence can trigger the development of acne. In girls, Acne may fluctuate with hormonal levels over the course of the mon...

Colourism and The Politics of Beauty with Zinnia Kumar from 2020-07-27T22:21:48

Beauty and Fashion Industry is more diverse than ever. But is it diverse enough? In an era of makeup collections with 40 foundation colours and more spokesmodels of colour than ever before, dive...

Lasers with Dr Davin Lim from 2020-07-20T23:03:41

The word laser is an acronym for light amplification by the stimulated emission of radiation. Laser technology is constantly evolving and progressing. Lasers have become an important part of the der...

Nutraceuticals, trend or here to stay? With Cate Lilja of Wild & Free Brands and Optima Nutricosmetics from 2020-07-13T21:59:13

There are numerous nutraceutical supplements on the market, but whom are they for? When are they beneficial, ineffective or even harmful? The idea behind nutritional supplements is to deliver nutri...

The Gut Health and Psoriasis connection with Kirsty Taylor of The Nourishing Way from 2020-07-06T22:18:51

You may have noticed that there's been a lot of talk about gut health lately – and how what's going on in your gut may affect your overall health and wellbeing, including the health of your skin. ...

An Acne Journey with Emily Bolen from 2020-06-29T22:02:56

For many people who have acne, it affects more than their appearance.  Acne can have profound social and psychological effects. These are not necessarily related to its clinical severity. E...

Exploring how mindfulness practices support healing with Peter Radcliffe from 2020-06-22T21:00

Nowadays, mindfulness and meditation are often used to mean the same thing, which can be confusing, not many are clear on what ‘mindfulness meditation’ is and how it differs from each other.&nbs...

How hormones affect your skin with Michaela Sparrow of The Longevity Remedy from 2020-06-15T19:00:30

For all that your hormones do for you, they’re still shrouded in mystery — you can’t see them. Your hormones don’t just control how you feel, they can impact the health of your skin, too. Hormones ...

Happiness, Well-being and Motivation: A Special Series from 2020-06-08T20:00

What is happiness?

It seems like an odd question, but is it? Do you know how to define happiness? Do you think happiness is the same thing to you as it is to others?

Children's Skin: All you need to know with Dr Nelu Simonsz from 2020-06-01T19:00

Atopic eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is the most common form of eczema. It mainly affects children, but can also affect adults.

Children are prone to rashes and other skin prob...

Vitiligo: Uniquely Beautifully with Lauren Jimmieson of The Jimmie Journal from 2020-05-25T21:45:51

Growing up can be hard enough, but for those with vitiligo, the normal teenage worries about appearance are increased significantly. Vitiligo is considered to be an autoimmune disorder, where the b...

Adult Acne: What you need to know with Prudvi Kaka of DECIEM, The Abnormal Beauty Company from 2020-05-18T21:40:58

When it comes to finding an effective adult acne treatment, you’ve likely tried every lotion, potion, and serum out there. But it also helps to get to the root of the problem. In other words, to...

Topical Skincare 101 with Dr Michele Squire of QR8 from 2020-05-11T22:54:04

Skincare professionals and consumers alike are bombarded daily with tons of information about skincare, skin science and skin health from the media, manufacturers and an ever-increasing number o...

SIBO and Rosacea with Kirsty Taylor of The Nourishing Way from 2020-05-04T19:00

SIBO is an overgrowth of either pathogenic or beneficial bacteria in the small intestine.

In the presence of this overgrowth of bacterial the small intestine no longer can function proper...

IV infusions, trend or here to stay? With Madeline Calfas of GMC Cosmedical and The Wellness Group from 2020-04-27T23:00:54

IV treatments that promise to do everything from boost energy to combat stress are making a big splash in 2020, topping the wellness trends lists for the year. What is intravenous therapy? Accordin...

A Story of Losing Sight and Gaining Vision with Jess Van Zeil from 2020-04-20T19:00

In this week's podcast episode, Marni will be speaking with Jess Van Zeil,  an eye-patch wearing, 26-year-old business owner, best-selling author and resilience expert.

Jess had lost...

Pressure Injuries with Lisa Cox from 2020-04-13T23:46:05

A pressure injury is defined as “localised damage to the skin and/or underlying soft tissue usually over a bony prominence or related to medical or other devices. Pressure wounds are caused by p...

Rosacea Awareness Month with Dr Alice Rudd, Founder of Skindepth Dermatology from 2020-03-30T21:42:20

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that can cause sensitivity, excessive flushing, persistent redness, broken capillaries and breakouts. Often times this condition is mistaken for allergies or acn...

A Holistic Nutritional Approach to Psoriasis with Jessica Simonis of Psoriasis Eczema Clinic from 2020-03-23T18:00

Men and women develop psoriasis at equal rates. Although psoriasis comes and goes over time, it’s a lifelong condition. A lack of public understanding about psoriasis causes many people with thi...

Pigmentation Disorders in Skin of Colour with Dr Michelle Rodrigues of Chroma Dermatology from 2020-03-16T18:00

Skin pigmentation disorders affect the colour of your skin. Pigment disorders can be widespread and affect many areas of skin, or they can be localised and affect only certain areas of the skin....

The Million Dollar Beard Saving Lives with Jimmy Niggles, CEO of Beard Season from 2020-03-09T23:06:50

Melanoma accounts for about 1% of all skin cancer cases, but the vast majority of skin cancer deaths. And contrary to the common belief, melanoma affects men and women of all ages.

In t...

Getting Your Life Back: Breast Cancer Rehabilitation with Denise Stewart of Breast and Shoulder Rehab from 2020-03-03T00:47:06

More women than ever are surviving breast cancer. With advances in early detection and treatment, we see patients living long, full lives after breast cancer. These patients often are eager to get...

Facial Ageing and Aesthetic Surgery with Dr Naveen Somia, President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons from 2020-02-17T20:00

A gracefully aging face is a beautiful thing, but, let's be honest, there are changes that occur with age that we would like to slow down. Age affects every part of the body.

Changes in...

Debunking Skincare Myths with Lab Muffin Beauty Science from 2020-02-10T18:00

The skin is the body's largest organ. When healthy, its layers work hard to protect us. But when it's compromised, the skin's ability to work as an effective barrier is impaired. We have then to...

Part Three: Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Cutting with Naima Dido of Threads Weaving Dreams, FGM/C Survivor from 2020-02-07T03:49:31

Looking back and pushing forward: The global fight to end FGM.

Closing this special three-part series in accordance with International Day of Zero Tolerance fo...

Part Two: Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Cutting with Dr Ghada Khan, Network Coordinator for the U.S. End FGM/C Network from 2020-02-04T18:00

“Some people say that FGM/C is a rite of passage — something families do to help prepare girls for adulthood or marriage ... Just because this is a tradition in some places does not make it ...