Welcome to the After Hours Skin Clinic - the place where your skin questions don't stop when the clinic closes.
Hosted by consultant dermatologist Dr Emma Craythorne, this laid-back, information-packed podcast dives into everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your skin and how to look after it.
Broadcasting from a cozy spot that’s less clinic, more chic lounge, this podcast blends fun, science-backed conversations with practical, no-nonsense advice. Plus skincare secrets, celebrity guests and so much more.
We’re answering all those questions that get asked again and again. From the skin microbiome to vitamin C, treating acne to getting that glow, we’re cutting through misinformation and giving you advice you can trust.
There are so many ways to make your skin a little bit better and if your skin is a little bit better you can achieve so much more in a day – you actually can!
A little about Emma:
Emma has been a dermatologist for nearly 20 years. She works for the NHS in the Institute of Dermatology, on Harley Street at OneWelbeck in London. She’s the host of The Bad Skin Clinic on Discovery and is the founder of Klira - the world’s first luxury prescriptive skincare.
Meet the team:
Producer: Ella Blaxill
Series Editor: Eve Streeter
Music by Simon Elms
A Raconteur Studios production
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Welcome to the After Hours Skin Clinic - the place where your skin questions don't stop when the clinic closes.
Hosted by consultant dermatologist Dr Emma Craythorne, this laid-back, information-packed podcast dives into everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your skin and how to look after it.
Broadcasting from a cozy spot that’s less clinic, more chic lounge, this podcast blends fun, science-backed conversations with practical, no-nonsense advice. Plus skincare secrets, celebrity guests and so much more.
We’re answering all those questions that get asked again and again. From the skin microbiome to vitamin C, treating acne to getting that glow, we’re cutting through misinformation and giving you advice you can trust.
There are so many ways to make your skin a little bit better and if your skin is a little bit better you can achieve so much more in a day – you actually can!
A little about Emma:
Emma has been a dermatologist for nearly 20 years. She works for the NHS in the Institute of Dermatology, on Harley Street at OneWelbeck in London. She’s the host of The Bad Skin Clinic on Discovery and is the founder of Klira - the world’s first luxury prescriptive skincare.
Meet the team:
Producer: Ella Blaxill
Series Editor: Eve Streeter
Music by Simon Elms
A Raconteur Studios production
The Science to Youthful, Healthy Skin: Mitochondrial DNA and the Future of Skincare
After Hours Skin Clinic
36 minutes
6 days ago
The Science to Youthful, Healthy Skin: Mitochondrial DNA and the Future of Skincare
The health of your mitochondrial DNA could be the key to slowing skin ageing - don’t know what mitochondrial DNA is? We’ve got you covered.
In this episode of After Hours Skin Clinic, Consultant Dermatologists Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid unpack the fascinating link between mitochondrial health and glowing, youthful skin. With special guest Professor Mark Birch-Machin, one of the world’s leading experts in mitochondrial research, they explore:
What mitochondrial DNA is (and why it’s so important for skin health)
How everyday factors like UV damage, pollution, stress, and diet speed up mitochondrial decline
The groundbreaking new tests that can measure mitochondrial DNA health with a simple skin swab
Why antioxidants, SPF, and lifestyle choices matter more than ever for protecting your cells
How this breakthrough science is transforming skincare and longevity research
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your skin cells younger for longer, this episode brings cutting-edge dermatology research straight into your ears.
Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast, science lover, or just curious about the future of skin longevity, this conversation will change the way you think about your daily routine.
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Find us on Instagram @AfterHoursSkinClinic
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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
Producer: Ella Blaxill
Series Editor: Eve Streeter
Music by Simon Elms.
This is a Raconteur Studios Production.
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After Hours Skin Clinic
Welcome to the After Hours Skin Clinic - the place where your skin questions don't stop when the clinic closes.
Hosted by consultant dermatologist Dr Emma Craythorne, this laid-back, information-packed podcast dives into everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your skin and how to look after it.
Broadcasting from a cozy spot that’s less clinic, more chic lounge, this podcast blends fun, science-backed conversations with practical, no-nonsense advice. Plus skincare secrets, celebrity guests and so much more.
We’re answering all those questions that get asked again and again. From the skin microbiome to vitamin C, treating acne to getting that glow, we’re cutting through misinformation and giving you advice you can trust.
There are so many ways to make your skin a little bit better and if your skin is a little bit better you can achieve so much more in a day – you actually can!
A little about Emma:
Emma has been a dermatologist for nearly 20 years. She works for the NHS in the Institute of Dermatology, on Harley Street at OneWelbeck in London. She’s the host of The Bad Skin Clinic on Discovery and is the founder of Klira - the world’s first luxury prescriptive skincare.
Meet the team:
Producer: Ella Blaxill
Series Editor: Eve Streeter
Music by Simon Elms
A Raconteur Studios production