Hidden Cost of Sun Protection: Skin Cancer Survivor Jessica Zbinden-Webster on #AxeingtheSPFTax

Skin cancer is the UK’s most common form of cancer. Yet, it’s up to 90% preventable… so, as rates continue to rise, why is SPF subject to a ‘luxury tax’ in the UK? Why are people being priced out of products that could potentially save their life?

Dr Emma Craythorne is joined by Jessica Zbinden-Webster, #AXEtheSPFtax campaigner and skin cancer survivor, to discuss her cancer story and how it has inspired her to fight for tax free SPF in the UK.

Emma and Jessica discuss the science of skin cancer, what happens to your skin, and exactly how Jessica’s treatment, Mohs surgery, worked to remove her cancer.

Also, they discuss how Jessica’s experience has changed her skincare routine for the better and how her experience has motivated her to campaign, educate, and call for change.

This episode is an important one.If you want to sign Jessica’s #AXEtheSPFtax campaign (go on, just do it!) you can find the petition here: https://chng.it/VHfLNhGCVp



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Producer: Ella Blaxill

Series Editor: Eve Streeter

Music by Simon Elms.
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Welcome to the After Hours Skin Clinic - the place where your skin questions don't stop when the clinic closes.
Hosted by consultant dermatologist Dr Emma Craythorne, this laid-back, information-packed podcast dives into everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your skin and how to look after it.
Broadcasting from a cozy spot that’s less clinic, more chic lounge, this podcast blends fun, science-backed conversations with practical, no-nonsense advice. Plus skincare secrets, celebrity guests and so much more.
We’re answering all those questions that get asked again and again. From the skin microbiome to vitamin C, treating acne to getting that glow, we’re cutting through misinformation and giving you advice you can trust.
There are so many ways to make your skin a little bit better and if your skin is a little bit better you can achieve so much more in a day – you actually can!

A little about Emma:
Emma has been a dermatologist for nearly 20 years. She works for the NHS in the Institute of Dermatology, on Harley Street at OneWelbeck in London. She’s the host of The Bad Skin Clinic on Discovery and is the founder of Klira - the world’s first luxury prescriptive skincare.

Meet the team:
Producer: Ella Blaxill
Series Editor: Eve Streeter
Music by Simon Elms
A Raconteur Studios production

• No. of episodes: 45
• Latest episode: 2025-06-19
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