“Nature’s Botox”? Dermatologists React to Castor Oil, Banana Peels, Face Taping & More

This week, Dr Emma Craythorne and Dr Ellie Rashid break down some of the internet’s most talked-about skincare trends. From castor oil as an alternative to botulinum toxin to banana peel facials, face taping for lymphatic drainage and beef tallow moisturisers...are these DIY hacks miracle cures or skincare myths?

They deliver expert, science-backed takes on what works, what’s risky, and what to avoid. Spoiler: not everything in your kitchen belongs on your face.

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Find us on Instagram @AfterHoursSkinClinic

Products mentioned:

• Lipikar Balm AP+M 

• Aveeno Dermexa Therapy

• 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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