Sunscreen & Skincare: What Actually Works? | Dr. Sonal Ahuja | Sunscreen Must Podcast #podcast

Sunscreen is one of the most important steps in skincare—but are you using it correctly? From choosing the right sunscreen to understanding SPF, chemical vs mineral sunscreens, sunscreen for children, indoor use, the two-finger rule, Ayurvedic sunscreens, skincare routines, and sunscreen in hot and humid weather—there is a lot of information online, and not all of it is reliable. In this episode of ‪@sunscreenmustpodcast‬ , Dr. Sonal Ahuja from Mumbai joins us for a practical conversation on sunscreen and skincare. She explains how skincare should evolve with age, how to avoid blindly following skincare influencers, how different skin types require different approaches, what to look for on a sunscreen label, and how to make sensible choices without overspending. We also discuss: ☀️ When should children start using sunscreen? ☀️ Chemical vs mineral sunscreen ☀️ Can Ayurvedic or herbal sunscreens provide adequate sun protection? ☀️ What should you check on a sunscreen label? ☀️ Do you need sunscreen indoors? ☀️ Can sunscreen cause hormonal imbalance? ☀️ The two-finger rule—myth or must? ☀️ Best sunscreen considerations for heat, humidity and sweat ☀️ Common misconceptions about dermatology ☀️ Building an ideal skincare routine Watch the complete conversation and get practical, dermatologist-led guidance on making smarter skincare and sunscreen choices. 👩‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Sonal Ahuja, Dermatologist, Mumbai 🎙️ Anchor: Aditi Govtrikar ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 – Promo: Why Sunscreen Matters 01:18 – Meet Dr. Sonal Ahuja & Anchor Aditi Govtrikar 01:38 – What Made Dr. Sonal Choose Dermatology? 02:43 – If Everyone Did One Thing for Their Skin… 03:29 – When Should a Skincare Routine Start? 05:04 – How to Avoid Blindly Following Skincare Influencers 06:12 – Should You Layer Serums? Understanding Different Skin Types 07:25 – When Should Children Start Using Sunscreen? 08:06 – Chemical vs Mineral Sunscreen 09:00 – Do Ayurvedic & Herbal Sunscreens Really Protect? 10:17 – What Should You Look for on a Sunscreen Label? 11:28 – How Often Should You Apply Sunscreen Indoors? 12:46 – The Practical Sunscreen Buying Checklist 13:43 – Can Sunscreen Cause Hormonal Imbalance? 15:30 – One Essential Sunscreen Message for Everyone 16:17 – Common Misconceptions About Dermatology 16:27 – Two-Finger Rule: Myth or Must? 17:02 – Best Sunscreen for Heat & Humidity 17:10 – One Word for Sunscreen That Works in Humidity & Sweat If you found this conversation useful, share it with someone who needs to rethink their sunscreen routine. Subscribe to ‪@sunscreenmustpodcast‬ for dermatologist-led conversations on sunscreen, skincare, sun protection and healthy skin. #sunscreenalways #SunscreenMustPodcast #skincareproduct #sunprotection #dermatologists #mumbai #drsonalahuja