"The Big Myths of Skincare" with Ying Hösl/die_skingenieurin

"Don't walk, run!" is a common refrain on social media when it comes to new skincare products. But what does our skin really need after 40? And how can I, as a consumer, know what truly works and what's just marketing hype? In this episode, I speak with Ying Hösl – you might know her as "die_skingenieurin" on Instagram. Ying is a process engineer and cosmetic scientist who has a knack for explaining complex concepts in a way that's easy to understand and relevant to everyday life. Her work isn't about hype or empty promises, but about effectiveness, transparency, and truly understanding your own skin. We discuss the three essential skincare basics that every skin type needs, menopause and its effects on our skin, expensive vs. affordable products, and which skincare trends we can confidently ignore. 💫 "Glow Up Your Life" is my podcast for all women in midlife who want to age gracefully, honestly, and with ease. New every Monday – with fascinating guests, personal stories, and honest conversations about what truly moves us. 💌Guest requests, collaborations & feedback: [email protected] | Subject: Glow 🎙A production of FLOWmediacompany GmbH, in cooperation with glow25. About glow25 products: 🛒Click here on the link to the shop and secure your exclusive 20% discount | Code: glowupyourlife20 Links to the podcast | Host | Guests: https://linktr.ee/podcastglowupyourlife Katja Burkard: https://www.instagram.com/katja_burka... Ying Hösl:   / die_skingenieurin   🎧 Chapter Markers 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 02:06 – Ying's Morning Routine 02:58 – The Most Frequently Asked Question: Sunscreen 03:43 – SPF 25 or 50? 05:23 – Why Sunscreen Helps Against Wrinkles 06:15 – Engineer vs. Dermatologist 07:27 – The Three Basics for Every Skin Type 08:27 – 10-Step Routine: Sensible or Overkill? 09:18 – Over-Cared-For Skin: What Is It? 10:31 – Washing Your Face in the Morning? 11:08 – Toner vs. Facial Wash 12:28 – How Deep Do Active Ingredients Penetrate? 13:40 – Skincare for Over 40: What Does the Skin Need? 14:58 – Pigmentation Spots: What Really Helps? 15:58 – Retinol & Vitamin A 16:55 – How Much Retinol Is Allowed? 18:14 – What Does Different Skin Types Need? 19:55 – Niacinamide: The Hype-Ingredient 21:26 – Cosmetician or Dermatologist? 22:23 – Ying's Skin Analysis for Katja 24:17 – Which Serums Should Be Combined? 25:25 – Night Cream: Is It Necessary? 25:54 – Eye Cream: Yes or No? 26:56 – Price vs. Quality 28:00 – The Blue Tin & Genetics 29:09 – The Miracle Cream: Does It Exist? 30:35 – Ingredients: Mineral Oils 32:09 – How to Do Lip Care Right 33:00 – Carcinogenic Substances in Lipstick? 33:57 – Drinking Water for Your Skin? 35:04 – LED Masks: Useful or Hype? 35:52 – Three Skin Myths Debunked 37:20 – Last Year's Sunscreen? 39:27 – Katja's Three Lessons Learned 40:37 – Outro & Farewell