The Healthy Skin Show

There are countless sensitive skincare products available today. For people with skin rashes and dry skin, these products seem like the right fit, because "dry" and "rashes" often go hand in hand with "sensitive". My guest today will debunk this common misconception. My guest today is Rachael Pontillo, a holistic skincare innovator, author, and educator. Rachael is the bestselling author of the book Love Your Skin, Love Yourself, and co-author of The Sauce Code. She’s a functional nutrition practitioner, AADP and IAHC Board Certified International Health Coach, licensed aesthetician, and natural skincare formulator and educator. She’s the president and co-founder of the Nutritional Aesthetics™ Alliance, the creator of the popular skincare and healthy lifestyle blog, Holistically Haute™, as well as the much-loved online course, Create Your Skincare. She’s an avid herbalist, skincare ingredient aficionado, and lifelong learner. Rachael is also my good friend. Join us as we talk about the problem with the term "sensitive skin", and how to better recognize and care for your skin type. Has learning your skin type improved your skin health? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: Rachael's take on skincare products for sensitive skin How can you identify your skin type? How Rachael helped Jen with her sebaceous gland hyperplasia How to maintain acid mantle of the skin Quotes “Most people are not born with sensitive skin. Most people develop sensitive skin over time from overexposure to things in the environment.” [4:54] “We don't have a skin type. We all have combination skin. We just have to figure out what that combination is.” [18:28] Links Find Rachael online Create Your Skincare Nutritional Aesthetics Interested in trying Rachael's online classes to create your own skincare? Click HERE! Healthy Skin Show episode 024: Most Harmful Ingredients Hiding In Skin Care w/ Rachael Pontillo Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Topical Steroid Withdrawal is becoming more well known, but many Western medicine practitioners don't adequately recognize or treat it. My guest today will explain how Eastern medicine can help. My guest today is Dr. Olivia Hsu Friedman, DACM, LAc, Dipl.OM. She is the owner of Amethyst Holistic Skin Solutions and treats eczema, TSW, psoriasis, and acne patients throughout the US in person and via video conferencing using only herbal medicine. Dr. Olivia earned a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine as well as a diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine Dermatology. Outside of the office, Dr. Olivia serves on the Board of Directors of the American Society of Acupuncturists, the Advisory Board of LearnSkin and the faculty of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Support Group sponsored by the National Eczema Association. Join us as we talk about the Chinese Medicine approach to Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW). Has Chinese Medicine helped your TSW? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What is TSW? Steroid creams Initial step when your skin is addicted to steroid creams How can Chinese Medicine help TSW? Quotes “I think lots of times people focus on so many different food groups that they end up not eating enough to really have the nutrients to heal.” [13:33] “A lot of people don't recognize that that skin is also what's going on in your mouth. Also, going on in your trachea, going on in your esophagus and going on in your stomach. All of that skin is exposed to the outer world too. And when this skin starts to become compromised, that skin does too.” [14:23] Links Find Dr. Olivia online Follow Dr. Olivia on FacebookReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Though it’s a less common form of psoriasis, Inverse Psoriasis (IP) impacts about 30% of those living with Plaque Psoriasis. One thing about having Inverse Psoriasis that really caught my attention was the connection to getting fungal infections at the site of IP rashes! I always ask clients regardless of what their main concern is if they have had issues with fungus or yeast in other areas of the body. And it’s not uncommon for me to find that fungal issues elsewhere tend to match up to having fungal overgrowth in the gut. I wanted to share my alternative perspective on Inverse Psoriasis so that if you’re struggling with it (or you know someone who is), you can use it as a clue! You don’t have to feel embarrassed or live in shame about it because knowing that IP is present could help you identify other issues driving your psoriasis under the surface. In this episode: What is inverse psoriasis? Candida + other bacteria that make IP worse Conventional ways IP is addressed Shocking candida stat that all Psoriasis warriors should know Alterative thoughts on IP + where to dig deeper Quotes: One study found that 56.6% of Inverse Psoriasis rashes had Corynebacterium minutissimum present making symptoms worse. A 2018 paper found that the “prevalence of Candida spp. colonization was significantly higher in patients with psoriasis compared with the control group.”Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Psoriasis is a condition that is frustrating to have, and often frustrating to treat as well. My guest today is going to dive in to different forms of psoriasis, why getting a correct psoriasis diagnosis is important, and how psoriasis can affect other systems in the body. My guest today is Dr. Raja Sivamani, a board-certified dermatologist who practices at Pacific Skin Institute. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California, Davis and Director of Clinical Research and the Clinical Trials Unit. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State University, Sacramento. Dr. Sivamani engages in clinical practice as well as both clinical and translational research that integrates bioengineering, nutrition, plant science, cosmetics, and skin biology. With training in both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicine, he takes a holistic approach to his patients and in his research. Join us as we talk about psoriasis: different types, how it's diagnosed, and how it affects other parts of the body. How do you manage your psoriasis? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: Overview of what psoriasis is from an integrative dermatologist Psoriasis + psoriatic arthritis -- What's the difference? Different forms of psoriasis Thoughts on scalp psoriasis How psoriasis impacts other organ systems (like your liver + joints) Can weight loss improve your psoriasis? Testing - What's important to monitor? Quotes “The most common form is known as plaque psoriasis and that's where you get what are known as big plaques, basically these big red scaly, in many cases, very thick plaques that develop on the body that tend to occur on the outside of the arms, along the elbows, the knees, but they can go anywhere, on the back, chest.” [4:09] “Scalp psoriasis is a challenge and if you only have scalp involvement, that's where it becomes a challenge to say that it's psoriasis because there are variants of seborrheic dermatitis that can be very severe that can also scale a lot. There's actually an in between diagnosis, Jennifer, called sebopsoriasis where it's very thick, it's way too thick to be a seborrheic dermatitis, but you don't see the psoriasis anywhere else on their body.” [8:11] Links Find Dr. Sivamani online Healthy Skin Show episode 076: What You Need To Know About Acne, Accutane & Antibiotics w/ Dr. Raja Sivamani Jennifer's appearance on the LearnSkin podcast: An Inside-Out Approach: The Role of Nutritionists and Nutrition in Healthy Skin Follow Dr. Sivamani on Facebook | Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Is there an H. pylori diet that can help? Is H. pylori contagious? What supplements are helpful to get rid of H. pylori? These are just some of the questions I’ve received over the past two weeks after the release of the H. pylori and Skin Rashes episode on the Healthy Skin Show. Because of the overwhelming response, I felt it was only right to do a Part 2 so that you could get answers to your questions! It’s my hope that this will give you a better sense of what to consider IF you do have H. pylori as one of your hidden root causes. And that’s an important point… often H. pylori doesn’t show up on its own! So don’t make the mistake of putting on blinders and thinking that it’s all you have to deal with. Look at your own complete picture as unique and dig into what’s driving your issues so that you can rebuild healthier skin. In this episode: Is the H. pylori diet effective? What foods can help you with H. pylori? Conventional approach to H. pylori Alternative options for giving H. pylori the boot Supplements to consider for H. pylori Is H. pylori contagious? (short answer: YES) Quotes: Depending on the severity of your symptoms, H. pylori can do serious damage to your GI tract (like bleeding ulcers). Despite what you have read online, no diet exists to help you get rid of H. pylori.⁠ It’s not a food-fixable problem.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Most of us know about why we need probiotics to help optimize our gut health. But have you ever heard of prebiotics? My guest is going to tell us all about them.  My guest today is Kelsey Kinney MS, RD, a registered dietitian in private practice specializing in digestive and hormonal health. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Nutrition at New York University and holds a Master's degree from the University of Western States in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. Kelsey works with her clients to address all aspects of chronic digestive and hormonal disease, including balancing the microbiome, optimizing motility, regulating the HPA axis, enhancing the gut-brain axis and, of course, encouraging a healthy diet and lifestyle. In doing so, she brings her clients from daily discomfort to full, vibrant health. Join us as we talk about all things prebiotics. Do you incorporate prebiotics? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What are prebiotics and what do they do? Some instances when you may want to add prebiotics into your diet, and some when you might not want to Some prebiotic foods How to understand prebiotic supplement labels SIBO and prebiotics Gut Power Drinks Quotes “A prebiotic is essentially, really the easiest way to think about it is like food for your probiotics, food for good bacteria that's hanging out in your gut.” [2:58] “Apples, for example, would be something that's got some prebiotics in there. But things like chicory root, blueberries, blackberries, garlic, leeks, onions, all of those kinds of foods have prebiotics in them.” [10:14] Links Find Kelsey online Gut Power Drinks Healthy Skin Show episode 002: Wait, What Does My Gut Have To Do With My Chronic Skin Condition?! w/ Kelsey Kinney Follow Kelsey on Facebook | InstagramReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Did you ever notice that Rosacea trigger foods are also high histamine foods? Apparently, research is showing more and more a connection between histamine and rosacea flares! Though some people will find that following a rosacea diet can help lessen the redness in their skin, others will still get flares without explanation. The connection to histamine may finally answer one of the reasons why. And while it might make sense to try a low histamine diet if you’ve got rosacea, the issue at hand can be more complex than just food exposure. See, hiding under the histamine issue is something called Mast Cells which is really the bigger issue IF histamines are one of your root causes. In today’s episode, I’m going to share some new research coming out connecting rosacea with histamines and mast cells. Plus, I’m dishing on some hidden sources of histamine that are often overlooked (that have nothing to do with diet)! In this episode: New research connecting high histamine foods to Rosacea flare-ups What are Mast Cells + how are they connected? What triggers Mast Cells to release histamine? Specific gut bugs that produce histamine List of symptoms associated with histamine issues What are high histamine foods? 3 potential antihistamine natural supplements to support Mast Cells Quotes: What if rosacea flare-ups are a sign of something else going on in your body and NOT the ultimate problem? There’s more research coming out connecting the dots between mast cell destabilization with the various symptoms associated with rosacea.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Ayurveda is the traditional medicine of India, and it is slowly gaining popularity in the West because of its holistic approach to treating each person based on their unique needs.    My guest today is Dr. Marc Halpern, the founder and President of the California College of Ayurveda. A Doctor of Chiropractic and an Ayurvedic Doctor, he is the co-founder of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, the National Council on Ayurvedic Education and the California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine. Dr. Halpern has written three textbooks as well as the popular book, Healing Your Life; Lessons on the Path of Ayurveda. He has also recorded the #1 best-selling Meditation CD in the United States: Yoga Nidra and Self-Healing. Join us as we talk about the ayurvedic approach to skin conditions. Have you tried Ayurveda for your skin rashes? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What is Ayurveda (and how does it differ from Western Medicine)? Skin issues and Ayurveda What are Doshas (and what can they tell you about your skin type)? How does itchiness (for example) relate to the Doshas? What oils work best for different skin types Herbs to aid skin health Quotes “In Ayurveda, we understand that each person with a skin condition actually has a different skin condition. Something different may have caused it and it may be manifesting a little bit differently, and therefore the treatment is also going to be unique.” [1:40] “If you don't digest your food well, Ayurveda teaches that a toxin forms in your digestive system. That toxin overflows from the digestive system. It's called ama. And then it's secreted onto the skin and causes skin disease.” [20:27] Links Find Dr. Halpern online Healing Your Life: Lessons on the Path of Ayurveda Yoga Nidra and Self Healing CD Follow Dr. Halpern on Facebook | FacebookReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

If you’ve considered starting Dupixent or some other type of biologic medication for your rashes, here’s something to consider. Problems (that aren’t significant enough to be major issues yet) can be lurking under the surface and go unnoticed. If a biologic medication works, symptoms should go away. That’s a great thing for your confidence, peace of mind, and daily level of comfort. But it can cause you to miss clues (aka. symptoms) that need attention sooner rather than later. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why symptoms are like your car’s “check engine” light AND how this all played out for a client in real life. My client wanted to share her experience to inspire you to “take a look under the hood” to make sure there’s nothing else going on that does need some TLC. Because once you start a biologic (and it works), you lose out on using your symptoms as a guide towards better health. In this episode: Isn’t it a good thing to block inflammation that’s wrecking your skin? Symptoms are like your car’s “check engine” light Jessica’s experience living with eczema (and why she was recommended a biologic) Digging into Jessica’s case revealed deeper issues Why you should get your system checked thoroughly before turning to a biologic Words of wisdom from my client Jessica Quotes: If Jessica had taken a biologic (assuming it cleared up her skin), she would have never known about any of the other issues hiding under the surface. Symptoms aren’t meant to mentally and emotionally devastate you, nor make you feel like you’re at war with your body.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/

Rosacea is a skin condition best known for causing redness and flushing. But is can also lead to pustules and comedones. My guest today will share more about rosacea, as well as possible treatment options. My guest today is Dr. Peter Lio, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology & Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, completed his internship in Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital, and his Dermatology training at Harvard where he served as Chief Resident in Dermatology. While at Harvard, he received formal training in acupuncture. Dr. Lio has written a textbook on Integrative Dermatology and has published over 100 papers. Join us as we talk about rosacea: what it is, how it is diagnosed, possible triggers, and treatment options. Do you successfully manage your rosacea? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What is rosacea? How people are diagnosed Nicotinamide Other treatments for rosacea What is Demodex? Wild chrysanthemum Quotes “We also have to make sure we're removing the triggers because another thing that rosacea and acne are really kind of different is that with acne, yes, there are certain triggers that can bring it out, no doubt about it. But rosacea happens on a much faster timescale.” [2:56] “So our first line treatments would be things like topical metronidazole. It's technically an antibiotic, but we're pretty convinced in this context it's more for its antiinflammatory effect. It's very safe and gentle. It's even pregnancy safe.” [11:10] Links Find Dr. Lio Online Healthy Skin Show ep. 001: How to Protect & Strengthen Your Skin Barrier w/ Dr. Peter Lio Healthy Skin Show ep. 037: Nickel Allergy And Eczema w/ Dr. Peter Lio Healthy Skin Show ep. 104: Topical B12 For Skin Rashes w/ Dr. Peter Lio Follow Dr. Lio on Twitter | FacebookReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds to manage your skin?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by over 1000 clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at https://skinrepaircall.com/