Episode Details

Not all skincare needs to be expensive - but some things truly are worth the investment. In this episode, consultant dermatologists Dr Ellie Rashid and Dr Emma Craythorne walk you step-by-step through your routine to work out where to save, where to splurge, and how to make smart choices for your skin and your wallet.

From cleansers and moisturisers to antioxidants, SPF, tretinoin and haircare - this episode breaks down the products, treatments and formulas that genuinely deliver results. You’ll learn how to avoid hype, identify evidence-based ingredients, and stop wasting money on products that don’t work.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s actually worth it, this episode gives you dermatologist-approved clarity.

What You’ll Learn:

• The truth about cheap vs expensive cleansers
• When you should splurge on antioxidants
• Affordable moisturisers that truly work
• Why SPF can be worth the investment (and when it isn't)
• The real cost vs benefit of prescription-grade tretinoin
• Overhyped products and gadgets to avoid
• How one prescription routine saved a patient thousands in clinic treatments
• Evidence-based night routines that maximise skin longevity

Products mentioned:

• CeraVe (cleansers)
• Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser
• SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic
• SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF
• SkinCeuticals (general vitamin C range)
• CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion
• La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume
• La Roche-Posay Cicaplast
• Avène Tolerance
• Aveeno Baby Therapy
• Altruist (body and face SPF)
• Altruist Hyaluronic Acid SPF
• La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVmune 400
• Avène (SPF range)
• The DayScript by Klira
• Lancôme SPF 50
• L’Oréal Elvive (shampoo/conditioner)
• Pureology
• Kérastase
• Oribe

Klira - Founded by Dr Emma Craythorne, Klira is a bespoke luxury skincare formula prescribed by dermatologists. You may hear it mentioned from time to time on the podcast and if you want to find out more head over to klira.skin

Follow & Connect

Instagram: @afterhoursskinclinic

Email: ahsc@raconteur.tv

Producer: Ella Blaxill

Series Editor: Eve Streeter

Music by Simon Elms.

This is a Raconteur Studios Production.

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