Integrating Oral Photoprotection into Modern Dermatology: Pigmentation, Photoaging & Skin Health - Video
Overview
In Episode 1 of The Derm Dialogue: Trending Topics, Trusted Voices, Dr Jaishree Sharad joins us for an insightful conversation on “Integrating Oral Photoprotection into Modern Dermatology Practice.”
Photoprotection has traditionally meant sunscreen — but is that approach enough in today’s environment? With increasing exposure to UV radiation, visible light, pollution, heat and oxidative stress, our understanding of how the environment affects skin health is evolving. In this episode, we explore the concept of the skin exposome and its growing relevance in pigmentation, photoaging and long-term skin health.
Dr Sharad discusses why melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and recurrent pigmentation can be particularly challenging to manage, especially in pigment-rich Indian skin. The conversation also looks at the limitations of relying on topical photoprotection alone and explores the emerging science behind oral photoprotection as a complementary strategy.
From everyday environmental exposure to aesthetic procedures, lasers and peels, this episode examines how a more comprehensive approach combining behavioural measures, topical sunscreen and systemic support could shape the future of dermatology.
In this episode, we discuss:
1.Why pigmentation remains difficult to control
2.How the skin exposome influences pigmentation and photoaging
3.The limitations of sunscreen alone
4.The science behind oral photoprotection
5.Which patients may benefit from an integrated photoprotection approach
6.What the future of comprehensive photoprotection looks like
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