How does mental health impact skin health? Can stress accelerate aging, cause breakouts, and affect your skin glow?

Welcome to Skin to It, the podcast where dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton break down everything you need to know about healthy skin. 

In this episode, we explore the powerful link between mind and beauty with our special guest Dr. Amy Wechsler - one of the few experts in both dermatology and psychiatry.

Dr. Wechsler, a leading dermatologist and psychiatrist, is the author of The Mind-Beauty Connection and an advisor for Chanel Skin Care. With expertise in both medical and psychological aspects of skin health, she provides a unique perspective on how stress, emotions, and lifestyle choices shape our skin. From stress-induced breakouts to the role of hormones in aging, we break down the science behind healthy skin and self-care strategies that promote both mental health and beauty.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

 - The mind-skin connection and how emotions affect skin health

 - How stress and sleep impact skin, aging, and overall glow

- Common stress-related skin conditions and how to manage them

- The science of hormones, mental well-being, and skin aging

- Practical holistic skincare and self-care tips for lasting radiance

- The impact of psychological stressors on skin conditions and what you can do about it

- Why prioritizing self-care goes beyond skincare products

Dr. Wechsler, a magna cum laude graduate of Duke University (B.S. in Psychology) and honors graduate of Weill Cornell Medical College, completed her training in psychiatry at The Payne Whitney Clinic and a dermatology residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Her dual expertise led her to develop the stress aging theory, emphasizing how chronic stress accelerates skin aging and contributes to conditions like acne, eczema, and premature wrinkles.

This episode offers science-backed skincare strategies to counteract stress-related damage and practical advice to enhance your beauty routine from the inside out. Whether you're battling stress-induced breakouts, seeking beauty tips for glowing skin, or interested in the intersection of dermatology and psychiatry, you’ll find actionable insights to integrate into your daily life.

🎧 Tune in as we uncover how nurturing your mind can transform your skin - and take steps toward a balanced, healthy, and radiant complexion.

Every Thursday on Skin to It, dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton guide you through the maze of skincare, cutting through the noise to help you achieve your healthiest skin. Subscribe to ensure you never miss out on our skincare wisdom!

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