How To Actually Manage Your Skin In Your 20s, 30s and 40s | #1 Dermatologist

This video is not an ad but Dr Lucy does partner with La Roche-Posay in her clinical project. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr Lucy Thomas, Consultant Dermatologist leading the way in innovation, supporting the advancement and implementation of world-first AI technology where she works at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS FT. So far across the UK, this technology has already helped assess over 260,000 patients. We talk about what dermatologists wish people would stop doing when it comes to sun protection, the truth about whether SPF is actually toxic, and the simple habits every woman should be adding to her daily routine to support her skin as she ages. You’ll learn: 🌞 a new take on the 2 finger SPF rule 🔎 when you should actually get a mole checked 🧴 how to choose the right SPF for your skin type 🥪 the sandwich technique for starting retinol 💭 what nobody tells you about After Sun TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Sunbed Damage: Why Young People Still Use Them 04:01 Dr. Lucy's Career Path to Finding Dermatology 08:11 Daily SPF Explained: UV Index Guidance, Choosing the Right Product, and Expiry Dates 14:00 SPF Myths Debunked: Breakouts, Toxicity Concerns, and Vitamin D Deficiency 18:51 Do You Need After Sun? 21:47 Mole Mapping and the ABCDE Checklist for Self-Monitoring 28:53 Anti-Aging Benefits of Retinol 34:13 AI for Skin Cancer 41:01 The Best Technique for Reapplying SPF with Makeup 43:55 : What to Focus On in Your 20s, 30s, and 40s (Skincare Edition) 48:11 Microneedling, Lasers, and Why Practitioner Experience Matters 55:13 Final Advice for Women Under 25 Resources & links mentioned: Dr Lucy Thomas -   / drlucythomas   Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS FT -   / chelwestft   Disclosures: Dr Lucy Thomas is a clinical advisor to Skin Analytics Ltd. She has previously worked as a paid independent consultant for NHS England and received grant funding for NHS projects from La Roche-Posay, NHSX, and CW+. In addition, she has received honoraria for educational talks and meetings from L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty, Eucerin, and UCB Pharma, as well as funding to attend conferences and dermatology meetings. During this podcast we will be discussing AI technology developed by Skin Analytics and its use in NHS settings. This project was in partnership with @larocheposay 🔔 Join the HERd* broadcast channel here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY... 📱 Find us on socials: Instagram & Tiktok - @drfayebate Podcast Instagram & Tiktok: @herdiscussionspod 📩 Want to reach out? Email: [drfaye@outreachtalentgroup.com](mailto:drfaye@outreachtalentgroup.com) 🛑 Disclaimers: Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.