Red Light Masks, SPF & Ageing... What Really Makes a Difference?

About this episode

Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan discuss skincare myths and facts, focusing on SPF, red light therapy, and skin health.

Summer is here, and with it comes a flood of skincare advice! But how much of it is actually true? This week, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan look into the world of skin health, separating fact from fiction on everything from SPF and sun damage to the latest trend in red light therapy. Does sunscreen really prevent ageing? Are the chemicals in SPF something to worry about? Can you still get a tan while wearing Factor 50? And are those glowing red light masks actually worth the money, or just another social media trend? Plus, Dr Amir explains how to check your skin for changes, what causes adult acne during perimenopause and menopause, and the evidence behind some of the most talked-about skincare treatments. And in Chat GP, Cherry and Dr Amir answer a listener question about intermittent fasting, weight loss, and whether the health benefits really live up to the hype. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by The Independent Pharmacy, an online pharmacy run by qualified healthcare professionals. From weight loss and menopause support to hair loss and skin conditions, they provide access to over 1,200 treatments covering more than 90…

People in this episode

Host: Cherry Healey

Guest: Dr Amir Khan

Topics covered

• skincare
• SPF
• red light therapy
• ageing
• adult acne
• intermittent fasting

Keywords

• skincare advice
• sunscreen
• red light masks
• ageing
• adult acne
• intermittent fasting

Sponsors

The Independent Pharmacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chat GP

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