Generational Beauty: What We Learned Before Skincare Went Viral

Send us Fan MailThis episode feels like sitting at the table with family stories, laughter, and memories shared across generations.Sarah and I talk about beauty rituals we grew up with. Not trends, not routines from social media, but the habits passed down through families, cultures, and communities. Moisturizing straight after the shower. Cocoa butter, shea butter, Vaseline. Hair rituals that took time and care. Short, clean nails. Fragrance saved for special occasions. Beauty rooted in comfort, protection, and health.We explore how different cultures approach skin, hair, and self-care, from cold northern climates and sauna traditions to Caribbean and Black American beauty rituals centered around hydration, hair, and expression. We talk honestly about how beauty standards were shaped, questioned, and sometimes resisted, from going grey to wearing red lipstick, from straightening hair to embracing natural texture.This is a light, joyful conversation, but also a meaningful one. Beauty rituals are not superficial. They are about connection, memory, care, and learning to listen to your body. A perfect episode to remind us that skincare and beauty were never meant to be rushed; they were meant to be shared.Connect with us:Sarah Drew InstagramMeder by Dr. Tiina MederMeder Beauty InstagramMeder Beauty FacebookMeder Beauty TikTokMeder Beauty LinkedInMeder Beauty YouTubeListen to the Meder Beauty Podcast on Apple Podcasts