Grounded Sage Podcast

In this podcast episode, I answer a question the question: 

"How do I get rid of chin acne breakouts that keep coming back each month?"

Cyclical breakouts, especially those in the chin and jawline area point directly to our hormonal cycle - which includes the increase in inflammation in our body that happens at this time as well as the change in our sebum (our skin's natural oils get stickier during this time).

• SKINCARE ROUTINE - Check out the full show notes for a step-by-step simple skincare routine.

To really get a handle on monthly breakouts though, you'll need to focus on internal support for your skin as well (a low inflammatory diet, etc).

• HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE - Check out the skin-supporting actions and internal support suggestions that have worked for me in the full show notes over on the blog. 

For further help with inflammation and breakouts that flare up due to hormonal spikes, check out the fulls show notes for links to checklists and other resources.

• FULL SHOW NOTES - Available here.

In this episode of the Grounded Sage Podcast, we tackle two trending skincare concerns from our radiant rebel community: dry winter skin and acne scars.

1) "My skin is dry and flaky no matter what I do! Help?!"

Helpful links:

• Facebook Group

• Good Morning Micellar: Soothing Sea Salt

• Super dry skin: Flourish and Nourish Serum

Did you know that many skin challenges can be attributed to by a weak lipid barrier in our skin? It's our skin's natural protector (like a suit of armour) and when it's down (or in a weakened state) it leaves our skin open to irritants and sensitivity. The good news is that checking our lipid barrier, and supporting it when it needs it, doesn't have to be complicated!

• How to check if our lipid barrier is in a healthy state

Helpful links:

• Facebook Group

As requested from the radiant rebel community, this episode of the podcast is all about hormones and our skin - more specifically what hormonal imbalances are connected with which skin concerns, and what to focus on based on the symptoms your skin is experiencing right now.

Skin concerns covered in this episode (and how hormones are related to them):

• hyperpigmentation

Helpful links:

• Topical probiotics: Pumpkin Enzyme Mask with Probiotics

In this episode, Jamie (the founder of Grounded Sage) and Krystal (the founder of Little Bird Holistics) chat about how you can support your skincare journey through nutrition.

A holistic approach to skin health is your best defence against skin conditions like acne but navigating the world of whole-body, healthy living can be confusing and overwhelming. Jamie and Krystal share their knowledge and experience in managing and balancing a holistic lifestyle.

• Habits, hormones, and their effect on our skin

Helpful links from this episode:

• Little Bird Holistics

In this episode, Jamie (the founder of Grounded Sage) and Karla (brand & marketing manager for Grounded Sage) engage in a casual conversation about factors that stress out our skin outside of topical skincare products. 

Factors discussed inhibit balance from the inside out, and while one podcast episode isn't enough time to explore all the factors that can affect a holistic whole-body approach to skincare, Karla and Jamie share how they navigate things that can take a hit on our healing journey. 

Some of the things discussed included how the following things affect our skin:

• Moving our body vs exercise - where the two meet, how we're finding ways to move our bodies that don't require iron clad will power or a motivational pep talk

In this episode, I speak with Whisper Gardiner, the owner of Alternate Routes (in Woodstock, On). Whisper is one of the most compassionate people I know. She's also a personal trainer, registered holistic nutritionist, fascial stretch therapist, a mom, and a huge animal lover.

We discuss the benefits of nutrition + movement + a healthy mindset as well as compassion (how not to burn out, simple ways to be compassionate with ourselves and others) and how all of that benefits our skin and long-term health.

Whisper also explains where to start when it comes to supporting your body for long-term health (which includes the health of our biggest organ - the skin) and WHY (this is eye-opening)! As well as some simple suggestions to get us started.

We also get dorky about animals!

Connect with Whisper via email for any questions you might have, to set up an online/long-distance consultation, guidance with meal plans, personal training, resources you'd like to request, and more! Her email is: [email protected] 

Helpful links from this episode:

• Alternate Routes Website

I often get asked what the bare-bones, must-have steps in a balanced, green beauty skin care routine are. Basic routines are my favourite because they are easy to follow and more likely to be executed. When our skin needs extra support, we can quickly figure out where to make tweaks. In this episode, I’ll share the steps that, if our skin could talk, would tell us it wants to remain balanced, happy, and healthy. I also dive into one add-on you might want to consider for boosting a basic routine. 

Topics covered in this episode include:

• The 4 steps in a basic (yet effective) natural skin care routine

Helpful links:

• Floral Aura (Skin Type) Assessment

In this episode, we speak with Alexandra Mckay from Benevolent Barn about...

• Sensitive skin (she's an orchid - find out if you are too here)

Helpful Links:

• Benevolent Barn / Alex's website

Alex's Current Skincare Routine

• Pure Amore Gel Cleanser

Skincare Products Mentioned:

• Mild Jojoba Facial Scrub

A big episode where we cover a lot of ground including:

• Where to start when our relationship with our skin might need an infusion of kindness

Find out more about Grounded Sage at GroundedSage.com

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