Meder Beauty
You want healthy, glowing skin—but with all the products, trends, and conflicting advice, it’s hard to know what actually works. Welcome to the Meder Beauty Podcast, hosted by Dr. Tiina Meder, a former cardiologist and board-certified dermatologist. In each episode, we uncover what really matters, break down the science, and give you real, expert-backed skincare advice. Whether you’re looking to achieve radiant healthy skin, curious about anti-aging, or want to understand what’s really in your products, you’re in the right place. Rooted in science and the truth about what your skin actually needs, we’ll have in-depth conversations with leading dermatologists, medical experts, and skincare brand founders to bring you the latest innovations, evidence-based insights, and industry secrets that truly make a difference.
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Skin Types Explained: Why Normal Is Not the Goal
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Is there such a thing as normal skin?
In this episode, I revisit one of the oldest and most misunderstood concepts in skincare. The idea of skin types as dry, oily, normal, or sensitive has been with us for more than a century. But does it still make sense today?
I explain why normal skin is not a scientific reality and why dry or oily skin can still be perfectly healthy. Using modern dermatological knowledge, I break down genetic predispositions, circadian rhythms, microbiome activity, and how skin naturally protects and repairs itself throughout the day and night. I explore when oiliness or dryness is normal, when it becomes a condition, and why aggressive attempts to “fix” shine or tightness often do more harm than good. I also explain why personalized skincare matters far more than chasing an average ideal.
This episode lays the groundwork for understanding your skin as it truly is, individual, dynamic, and biologically intelligent.
Episode resources:
Dr. Leslie Baumann – The Science of Natural Beauty
Standard Evaluation of the Patient: The Merz Scale
Unilever says no to 'normal' with new positive beauty vision
Learn more from the previous episodes:
The Sensitive Skin Epidemic: What Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You
Understanding Wrinkles: Types, Causes & What Actually Works
Skin Pigmentation: Causes, Triggers, and Treatments That Work
Beat Jet Lag: Skincare, Sleep & Travel Secrets
Beyond Retinol: The New Science of Safer, Smarter Skincare
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