What if your gut—not your skincare products—is the real key to healthy, glowing skin?

Tha Lanby’s Family Nurse Practitioner Alexandra Rooker uncovers the real root causes of common skin issues like acne, eczema, and premature aging—and why your gut and hormones might be more important than your moisturizer.

Alexandra brings a functional medicine lens to skin health, exploring why topical treatments often fall short, which ingredients actually work (think: vitamin C, retinoids, sunscreen), and how to build a routine that supports your skin from the inside out. She shares pregnancy-safe skincare, eczema triggers, and the truth about proactive Botox and trendy treatments like lasers and microneedling.

TIMESTAMPS:

Introduction - 00:00

Functional Approach to Skin Health - 05:00

Root Causes of Acne - 10:00

Gut Health and Skin Connection - 15:00

Hormonal Influences on Skin - 20:00

Topical Treatments and Their Effectiveness - 25:00

Eczema and Seasonal Flare-Ups - 30:00

Anti-Aging Skin Care Essentials - 35:00

The Role of Sunscreen and UV Filters - 40:00

Nighttime Skin Care Routine - 45:00

Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care Options - 50:00

Closing Remarks and Future Topics - 55:00