A recent survey by CancerCare showed that nearly 80% of people with cancer were concerned about the impact skin effects had on their quality of life during treatment. Unfortunately, many people don't realize the issues created by skin effects. In a first-ever initiative, renowned health-care providers identify and describe how cancer treatment-related toxicities have a negative effect on quality of life from the perspective of patients and survivors.
Advances in cancer treatments have greatly improved survival rates for many diagnoses. Yet, the lingering side effects of many cancer treatments have only recently begun to be addressed.
For Lindi Snider, the creation of Lindi Skin started with her personal experience watching friends go through cancer treatment. They expected the nausea, fatigue and hair loss associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy, but they were not aware of the impact that these therapies would have on their skin. In discovering there was not one line of skin care products specifically developed for people with cancer, it occurred to Lindi that someone had to create one.. and so she did. She aligned herself with dermatologists, oncologists, nurses, patients and skincare formulators to create the first and only complete skin care line developed for the unique needs of people with cancer. She comes on the show to discuss her experiences and how they have changed her life.
Guest Info
Lindy Snider is the founder and CEO of Lindi Skin, the first full line of skincare products developed to address the unique, unmet needs of cancer patients. Lindi Skin products contain a proprietary blend of botanical ingredients that deliver lasting hydration to compromised skin. This extensive collection of mild and luxurious serums, lotions and balms was developed in 2003 with the counsel of leading dermatologists and oncologists. Lindi Skin is now available in more than 1,000 retail locations and hospitals throughout the country and online at www.lindiskin.com.
A lifelong advocate of skin wellness, Lindy has been relentless in her commitment to empower and support cancer patients and survivors throughout their treatment and journey to wellness. Since its inception, Lindi Skin has been lauded by medical and cosmetic industry leaders and has been recognized for its unique formulas and product excellence. Lindi Skin is a strong presence in the cancer community, partnering with various non-profits including Look Good Feel Better, breastcancer.org, CancerCare, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, and other organizations serving the needs of cancer patients and survivors.
Lindy attended Ithaca College and The University of Pennsylvania and continues to read and research extensively about the issues involving skin toxicities. She is the mother of four children and two stepsons and resides in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania with her husband, Dr. Larry Kaiser, a thoracic surgeon and President of The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Lindy is a role model for women striving to balance personal and professional lives while continuously pursuing her mission to help improve the quality of life for cancer patients.
