Episode Recap: What You Need to Know
Can climate change impact your skin health? Absolutely. Rising temperatures, increased pollution, and extreme weather are accelerating skin aging, eczema, and skin cancer risks. In this episode of Skin to It, Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and Marlo Sutton welcome Dr. Misha Rosenbach, a renowned dermatologist and climate change advocate, to break down the science behind these issues.
What You’ll Learn:
• How climate change effects on health directly impact skin conditions like eczema, skin cancer, and inflammation
• The role of pollution, UV exposure, and rising temperatures in premature aging
• Expert dermatologist-approved skincare routine tips to protect skin from pollution and environmental stressors
• Why the American Academy of Dermatology and other leading institutions are pushing for sustainable skincare
• The connection between science-backed skincare, dermatology, and climate action
Meet Dr. Misha Rosenbach
A professor at the Perelman School of Medicine and Vice Chair of Education in Dermatology, Dr. Rosenbach is an expert in inpatient dermatology, neutrophilic diseases, and complex medical dermatology. His research has appeared in JAMA Dermatology, Andrew’s Diseases of the Skin, and over 275 peer-reviewed publications. As a leader in the Medical Dermatology Society and University of Pennsylvania Health System, he plays a pivotal role in bridging climate change effects on skin health with medical solutions.
Why This Episode Matters
From rising air pollution levels to increasing UV radiation, the environment is affecting your healthy skin more than ever. This conversation provides practical, science-backed skincare solutions to shield your skin from pollution and reduce climate-related skin risks.
Listen Now
Don’t miss this deep dive into skincare and climate science. Hit play and learn how to protect your skin while understanding the bigger picture of environmental health.
Introducing Our Special Guest
Dr. Misha Rosenbach is a leading expert in dermatology and climate change effects on health, serving as the Paul R. Gross Professor of Dermatology and Rheumatology at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System. He is the Vice Chair of Education & Dermatology Residency Program Director, specializing in complex medical dermatology, including neutrophilic diseases, cutaneous granulomatous diseases, and inpatient dermatology.
With extensive research on the intersection of climate change and skin health, Dr. Rosenbach is a recognized leader in sustainable skincare and the role of environmental factors in skin cancer and premature aging. He actively contributes to protecting skin from pollution through dermatology-focused climate initiatives.
Dr. Rosenbach has authored over 275 peer-reviewed publications, including contributions to Andrew’s Diseases of the Skin, JAMA Dermatology, and other leading medical journals. He holds key leadership positions in the Medical Dermatology Society, American Academy of Dermatology, and Society of Dermatology Hospitalists, where he advocates for science-backed skincare solutions and climate-conscious dermatology practices.
As a physician at the forefront of environmental health and dermatology, Dr. Rosenbach serves as a founder and chair of the Climate Change and Environmental Issues Expert Resource Group and co-chair of the Emerging Diseases Task Force. His mission is to bridge the gap between dermatologist-approved skincare routines and the impact of climate change on skin health.
A podcast presented by
DR. SANDY SKOTNICKI
Distinguished dermatologist with a deep commitment to skin health and education
MARLO SUTTON
Personal Shopper and Stylist