The Skincarma Pod | Ep. 22: Finding the White Space in an Entrenched Marketplace for Sensitive Skin with Allergist Dr. Martin Smith, Co-Founder of Untoxicated

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes Dr. Martin Smith, a double board-certified Allergist and Immunologist, staff physician at the Cleveland Clinic in the Department of Allergy, and co-founder of Untoxicated. They discuss his journey in creating Untoxicated, a range of allergen-free skincare designed specifically for very sensitive skin. They delve into the common allergens found in popular skincare products – including favorites of dermatologists like CeraVe and Cetaphil – and the challenges of formulating allergen-free products. Dr. Smith shares insights from his medical background and the need for a skincare brand that addresses the unique needs of people with skin allergies and common conditions like eczema and psoriasis. The conversation highlights the intersection of medicine and beauty, emphasizing the importance of consumer validation in the skincare industry.If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, rate and/or leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help Carmine reach more interested listeners.Follow Untoxicated on Instagram at @untoxicatedskincare. Learn more about the science behind the brand and product innovation at untoxicated.com.Follow @skincarma on Instagram and on TikTok. Catch product reviews of Carmine’s top picks of the best skincare on the Skincarma blog.Product links: Untoxicated Moisture Boost Hydrating CreamUntoxicated Lightweight Hydrate Face & Body LotionUntoxicated Clean Start Facial CleanserUntoxicated Blank Slate Micellar Water—Product reviews on the Skincarma Blog:Find the Untoxicated Moisture Boost Hydrating Cream product review here.Explore the Best Products from The INKEY List here.Explore the Best Sunscreens for Face here.Explore the Best Retinol Face Creams and Serums here.Explore the Best Vitamin C Serums here.Explore the Best Niacinamide Serums here.Explore the Best Face Creams for Dry Skin here.Explore the Best Face Creams for Oily Skin here.The Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of skincare, haircare & makeup products – some of which are probably in your bathroom cabinet right now! And, he’s tested 1,000s of products, the best of which can be found reviewed on his blog at skincarma.com.The Skincarma Blog® is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Skincarma® at skincarma.substack.com/subscribe