In this episode I break down the real reasons your skin reacts when you try new products. Hint: it's not purging.

If your skin turns red, bumpy, or uncomfortable every time you switch something, this guide helps you understand what’s actually happening and what to watch for next time.

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In this episode, I break down why your skin still looks dull even when you’re doing everything “right” in your routine. 

The truth is: if your gut is inflamed, sluggish, or not absorbing nutrients properly, your skin can’t glow, no matter how many serums you use.

We talk about the real gut–skin connection, why good products aren’t enough, and how poor digestion creates tired, textured, or slow-healing skin.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does my skin still look dull when my routine is so good?” ....this episode gives you the real answer.

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For consultations, education, and premium skin support — you’ll find everything there.

We’ve all heard it: “Chocolate makes you break out!”
But is it really the chocolate… or something deeper happening inside your body? Let's dive in.

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Confused about whether your skin is purging or just breaking out? 

In this episode, I break down how to tell the difference, from location and texture to what’s really happening beneath the surface. 

I explain the key signs that separate a normal purge from a true breakout so you can finally stop second-guessing your skincare routine.

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Most people think their morning smoothie or “healthy oats” are helping their skin, but the truth is, your breakfast might be doing the opposite. 

In this episode, I break down how your first meal of the day can secretly inflame your skin, trigger oil imbalance, and speed up aging. 

You’ll learn the real science behind blood sugar and barrier health, plus the Ayurvedic perspective on what your morning agni actually needs. 

If your skin keeps breaking out, looking puffy, or feeling dull no matter what products you use, this episode might just change your mornings forever.

Ever noticed your skin breaking out, flaring up, or feeling dull when life gets stressful? 

This episode unpacks how stress impacts your skin,  from hormones and inflammation to barrier damage and slow healing.

As a licensed esthetician, I’ll break down the science and share practical ways to calm your skin from the inside out,  so you can restore balance even when life feels anything but.

Still struggling with that tight, thirsty feeling, no matter how rich your moisturizer is? 

In this episode, I break down why barrier repair creams alone can’t fix dehydrated skin. We’ll talk about the difference between dryness and dehydration, the hidden causes of moisture loss, and how to rebuild true hydration from the inside out.

Ever pulled an all-nighter and noticed your skin looked dull, dry, or just… off? That’s no coincidence. 

In this episode, I break down exactly what lack of sleep does to your skin barrier, from increased water loss to collagen breakdown  and why no cream can truly replace deep, restorative rest.

Double cleansing has become one of the biggest skincare trends, but is it actually good for your skin or could it be damaging your barrier? 

In this episode, we’ll dive into what double cleansing really does, when it’s helpful, and how over-cleansing can strip your natural oils, cause redness, and weaken the skin barrier. 

When your skin barrier breaks, it’s not just “a little dryness.” A damaged barrier changes how your skin looks, feels, and even defends itself. 

In this episode of Skin Barrier and Beyond, I explain what a broken barrier really means, and how I accidentally damaged my barrier.