Hold onto your antioxidants—this episode of the podcast is a full-court press on free radicals!

When it comes to the science of antioxidants and topical formulations, we have the right person-dermatologist Dr. Mark Lupin debuts as a faculty expert on the podcast to practically decipher what you NEED to know

Also debuting on the podcast, but as a guest co-host, is dermatologist Dr. Vincent Richer who's ready to fire up the hot seat with pharmacist Aaron Sihota to ask the tough questions.

Don’t miss our RAPID FIRE round where we break down must-know ingredients faster than you can say ‘free radical!’ 🚀🦸

We dust off your old sunscreen routine and show you why slathering on antioxidants might just be your skin’s new secret weapon. Tune in for a fast-paced conversation that hops effortlessly from clinic chairs to concert halls, apples to ferulic acid, and vitamin C to conjugated retinol. Here, myths get busted, fancy science terms get decoded, and you’ll finally learn the ABCs of a top-tier skincare regimen—no sunscreen-shy patients or lost winter gloves required. ☀️🧴🍏

Trust us, this episode is your on-demand playbook reference for practice! 🎧📖



Learning Objectives:

Antioxidant Fundamentals: Understand how environmental aggressors cause oxidative stress on the skin and how antioxidants serve as powerful defenders. The latest science on how these mighty molecules supercharge your broad-spectrum sunscreen and reduce UV-induced damage?🌞🔬  ‍🍃
Key Ingredients in formulations: Identify evidence-based antioxidant ingredients, learn why they’re paired together, and explore optimal formulation concentrations and pH levels for maximum skin benefits. 🍏🔬
Critical Evaluation of Research: Gain tools and strategies to discern credible studies from marketing fluff, ensuring more informed clinical recommendations. 📚🔎
Integration into Practice: Discover practical tips for incorporating antioxidants into morning routines, combining them effectively with sunscreens, and managing patient expectations. ⏰✔️
Future Directions in Dermatology: Explore the promising frontier of antioxidant research, including their potential to complement medical interventions and the call for standardized validation measures. 🔭🚀

Get ready for an antioxidant masterclass 🤓✨— that’ll have you completely rethinking your recommendations! 



ABOUT DR.MARK LUPIN  MD FRCPC DABD

VICTORIA, BC

Dr. Lupin is a Board-certified Dermatologist, Founder in 1998 of Cosmedica Laser Centre in Victoria, British Columbia and Chief Clinical Officer of MedSpa Partners Inc.He has degrees in Mathematics, Music and Medicine having studied at the University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, Dalhousie University, Indiana University and the University of Southern California. He has special interests in photodermatology and laser medicine, having studied under Professor John Hawk at St John’s Institute of Dermatology, London, England. He is active with research and education, has additional subspecialty training in Neurology and is past President of the Canadian Laser Aesthetic Surgery Society.

As a concert violinist, Dr Lupin has performed as soloist at Carnegie Hall, New York and with major orchestras around the world.  He is Concertmaster of the World Doctors Orchestra (WDO), performing most recently in Australia at the Sydney Opera House, with all proceeds donated to charities. His research interests extend to space medicine and fluid dynamics where he has been active with mathematical modeling for space tools and has developed several patent pending energy efficient devices.



ABOUT Dr. Vincent Richer MD FRCPC

VANCOUVER, BC

Dr Vincent Richer practices cosmetic dermatology at Pacific Derm Atelier in Vancouver and holds a position as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia’s Department of Dermatology and Skin Science. He trained at Université de Montréal in Medicine and Dermatology and completed a fellowship in Photobiology and Cutaneous Laser Surgery at UBC. He is involved as a subinvestigator in cosmetic clinical trials, has published 35+ peer reviewed scientific articles and is active in undergraduate, graduate and continuing medical education.



EPISODE SUPPORTED BY SKINCEUTICALS AND SKINBETTER SCIENCE.


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