🎙️ Is your hot shower sabotaging your winter skin? This episode of Ask The Expert reveals the surprising mistakes that damage your skin barrier during cold weather—and the simple, science-backed fixes that actually work.

Hosts Jordyn and Amara dive deep into winter skincare essentials, starting with the biggest seasonal mistakes (yes, those steamy showers are stripping your skin!) and moving into the fascinating science of barrier repair. They break down the essential ingredient trio—ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids—that rebuilds your skin's protective "brick wall," then deliver practical routine swaps from cleansers to occlusives. Plus, they debunk viral winter skincare myths, from misunderstood slugging techniques to dangerous DIY remedies with lemon juice, so listeners can separate evidence-based advice from social media misinformation.

• 🚿 The 60-second post-shower trick that locks in hydration and transforms winter skin
• 🧱 How to read ingredient lists like a pro and identify therapeutic concentrations (not just marketing buzzwords)
• 💧 Why humidifiers at 40-50% humidity are non-negotiable for preventing dry, tight morning skin
• 🔬 The essential lipid trio your skin barrier needs to repair itself during harsh winter months
• ⚠️ When to stop DIY-ing and seek professional help for compromised skin

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🚨 Your favorite TikTok skincare hack might be sending you straight to the dermatologist—and not in a good way! In this eye-opening episode of Ask The Expert, hosts Jordyn and Amara pull back the curtain on the most dangerous viral skincare trends wreaking havoc on Gen Z skin, from DIY sunscreen disasters to at-home micro-needling gone wrong.

This isn't just another "TikTok is bad" episode. Jordyn and Amara dive deep into why these trends are causing real, lasting damage to skin barriers, revealing the disconnect between algorithm-driven drama and actual skincare science. They break down the most concerning viral trends—extreme over-exfoliation routines, homemade sun protection, and unsupervised micro-needling—then deliver exactly what listeners need: safe, evidence-based alternatives that actually work. From selecting proper sunscreen to understanding when professional treatment is non-negotiable, this episode arms busy professionals with the knowledge to protect their skin (and their feeds) from dangerous misinformation.

• 🔬 The real science behind why viral DIY skincare trends are causing severe skin barrier damage
• ⚠️ Critical red flags to spot before trying any viral skincare trend from social media
• ✨ Evidence-based alternatives that deliver glowing skin without the emergency dermatologist visit
• 🎯 The key difference between professional treatments and dangerous at-home versions
• 💡 How to build a simple, protective skincare routine that won't wreck your skin barrier

🎙️ Ready to protect your skin from viral misinformation? Subscribe to Ask The Expert for more evidence-based beauty insights that cut through the noise. Share this episode with anyone who's ever been tempted by a too-good-to-be-true TikTok skincare hack—your skin barrier will thank you!

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