The Healthy Skin Show

Have you ever wondered about an annoying rash around your lips (or even on your lips) that can make it painful to move your mouth? It certainly can be unsightly and really beat down your confidence. But it can also be painful to do mundane things like smile or laugh. In today’s podcast, I want to explore if this rash around your mouth is really just eczema or something else. And why it’s important to dig deeper into it. Not just from a nutrient perspective, but also due to the likelihood of infections present that could be a hidden trigger. I hope this helps you find relief if you’ve been struggling with rashes and symptoms around your mouth! In this episode: What is Angular Cheilitis (AC)? Symptoms of angular cheilitis The connection between AC + infections Angular cheilitis + specific nutrients you could be deficient in What makes you more at risk for developing this type of rash? How Vitamin A is connected to AC Quotes: Angular Cheilitis can be caused by a number of issues -- exposure to certain medications, specific health conditions, and deficiencies of certain nutrients like B vitamins, iron and zinc. Common nutrient issues associated with rashes around the mouth include low B vitamin intake, low zinc, low iron, low protein or even excessive vitamin A intake.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

With the popularity of natural skincare booming, certain ingredients (like preservatives) have become somewhat taboo. However, as my guest will point out, sometimes natural skincare products do need preservatives.  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, and my go-to person to ask about the ingredients in skincare products. Join us as we discuss why preservatives in skincare can be a good thing, and the possible implications if natural skincare products omit preservatives. Do your skincare products contain preservatives? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: Info about preservatives in skincare Why some natural skincare products may require preservatives How do you know if there is a preservative in your skincare product? Is there a way for the consumer to know if a company has done adequate testing on their product? Quotes “When a product doesn't have a preservative, some of the signs that tell you that contamination has happened, one of them is separation. And definitely black specs indicates some sort of microbial infestation that has happened, which obviously is a big problem.” [3:55] “Anytime you have water, that is an environment that can breed bacteria, mold and yeast. Any of that can cause problems. That contamination can lead to infection, irritation, all sorts of problems. So we do need a preservative.” [5:19] Links Find Rachael online Create Your Skincare Nutritional Aesthetics Interested in trying Rachael's online classes to create your own skincare? Click Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Did you know that the pH of your skin is directly tied to the organisms that are able to live on your skin? As you already know, a healthy skin microbiome is crucial to avoiding things like a leaky skin barrier and unwanted bugs (like Staph Aureus) from taking over. What helps determine the makeup of the skin microbiome is directly tied to the pH of the skin. If the environment becomes too acidic or even too alkaline, problems can ensue. In this episode, I'm going to share with you some really cool details about your skin's microbiome AND how the pH of your skin can spell trouble if it shifts away from the optimal range. In this episode: Type of organisms living within a healthy skin microbiome Different zones of the body alter the microbial makeup Why the pH of your skin so important Ways your skin's pH can be altered Can disruption of your skin's pH change its microbiome makeup? pH of different cleansers and natural oils Quotes: Your skin's pH needs to be between 4.5 to 5 making it more of an acidic environment. It should NOT be alkaline (no matter how popular alkalizing the body seems to be online). Maintaining a healthy pH balance is so integral for this skin is because it has a direct connection between what organisms are able to grow and thrive on your skin.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Hyperpigmentation (e.g. sun spots) is very common. It can be caused by hormonal changes (like melasma during pregnancy), or sun damage. My guest will be talking about how to prevent sun spots, and how to try and reduce existing sun spots.    My guest today, Anthony Youn, M.D. F.A.C.S, is known as America's Holistic Beauty Doc. He is a nationally-recognized, board-certified plastic surgeon. Recognized as a leader in his field, Dr. Youn is the author of the best-selling books The Age Fix: A Leading Plastic Surgeon Reveals How To Really Look Ten Years Younger and In Stitches: A Memoir. His public television special, The Age Fix with Dr. Anthony Youn, has been viewed by millions. Dr. Youn also hosts the popular podcast, The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show. His new book, Playing God: The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon, details his humorous, heartwarming, and often harrowing journey to become a leading plastic surgeon. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Oakland University / William Beaumont School of Medicine. Join us as we discuss how to deal with hyperpigmentation. Have you taken steps to prevent or reduce sun-related hyperpigmentation? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: What exactly is hyperpigmentation of the skin? Is there something you can do to, number one, reduce the ones that you have, and then stop the development or progression of other sun spots? Different options that help with hyperpigmentation. Quotes “Sun-related spots, freckles, age spots, sun spots, liver spots: Technically they're many, many names for the same thing.” [3:55] “Sun spots are caused by ultraviolet radiation, by ultraviolet exposure to your skin. You are more likely to get sun spots in areas where your skin is exposed.” [5:37] Links Find Dr. Youn online Download Dr. Youn's FREE eGuides, “What to Eat to Look Younger” AND “Ten Things Every Plastic Surgery Patient Must Know” Jennifer's appearance on Dr. Youn's podcast, The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show - Episode 136: The Healthy Skin Diet Healthy Skin Show episode 033: Tackling Scars And How To Support Sensitive Skin w/ Dr. Anthony Youn Playing God: The Evolution of a Modern Surgeon Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Have you ever heard of Geographic Tongue? It certainly sounds strange, but bear with me because it's actually got some interesting connections to psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Some believe that Geographic Tongue (GT) is a sign of psoriasis in the mouth. In today's episode, I wanted to share with you what GT is, what it means if you have psoriasis, and why it's important NOT to ignore it! Part of the reason I say you shouldn't ignore it is that I believe your body communicates with you through signs and symptoms. If you've got an issue like this, your body is trying to say something. Here's why I think Geographic Tongue is an important clue and how to find out if you have it! In this episode: What is Geographic Tongue + its connection to Psoriasis Does everyone with psoriasis get GT? Triggers, medication + conditions associated with GT Can GT be a sign of nutrient deficiencies? Why it would be good to get an oral exam if you’ve got psoriasis Quotes: Some sites call Geographic Tongue “psoriasis of the tongue”, but that might not be the case! Not everyone with psoriasis has GT though there is a high association between the two. The potential for GT to be a sign of nutrient deficiencies underscores why this isn’t something to just blow off.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Seeing a baby struggle with chronic skin rashes is heartbreaking. Today's guest is here to talk about how mom's health has the potential to impact her baby's skin health.   My guest today, Jennifer Brand, is an integrative and clinical nutritionist with a Master's degree in public health, a Master's degree in nutrition, and she’s a Certified Nutrition Specialist. She specializes in childhood skin rashes (eczema, psoriasis, tinea versicolor, hives, acne, vitiligo, and others), food allergies and sensitivities, and gut problems. Jennifer’s own struggle with gut problems, and her father’s battle with psoriasis turned psoriatic arthritis left her frustrated with conventional medicine. She knows first hand that a different approach is needed: An approach that doesn’t remove more foods from the diet. Your body runs off of nutrients from foods you eat. When they are missing, imbalances develop and symptoms and health problems follow. An approach that doesn’t include stronger prescription steroid creams. No one has skin rashes because of a steroid cream deficiency! Jennifer is a relentless detective putting her strong knowledge of nutritional biochemistry to work for you, to identify what’s driving symptoms and health problems in order to address the root cause of them. Jennifer’s work has been featured in peer-reviewed scientific journals and Voyagela, as well as on podcasts, online summits, and in-person presentations at venues such as Casa Colina Hospital in Pomona California. Join us as we discuss the link between a baby's skin rashes and the health of their mother. Have you ever wondered if your health could have impacted your little one's skin rashes? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: No guilt or finger-pointing What's the deal with an infant's microbiome compared to an adult, especially in terms of skin rash issues? Effective testing for little ones Can breast milk pass things that could affect a baby's skin? Quotes “A gut microbiome is not mature until a child is about two to three years old.” [4:00] “I started finding some research that certain gut bugs can be passed through breast milk. H. pylori is one of them.” [10:50] Links Find Jennifer Brand online Get Jennifer Brand's FREE GReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Ever feel like you've done everything and STILL aren't getting answers about your eczema (or other skin rashes)? You're not alone. Even I felt like my dermatologist should have better answers than just use another steroid cream and "this is probably genetic". I really felt like the answers that I got weren't real answers. At a certain point, I realized that I'd rather someone level with me and say "I don't know what's causing your eczema" rather than just blaming things that felt out of my control. And that's how one of my clients felt as he neared the point of feeling very hopeless. He's tried both conventional and holistic solutions without getting pretty much anywhere. Fortunately, we crossed paths and were able to uncover a major root cause that has gotten him some great results! All it took was asking the right questions so that we knew where to dig! In this episode: Chad's challenging eczema story Why a really in-depth case history was crucial to finding answers How we chose testing that help get to Chad's root causes Why an elimination diet didn't help at all even though prior testing said he had many sensitivities What Chad's eczema is like now after working on his root cause Quotes: "One crucial step in my process is doing an incredibly thorough case history. I often ask questions that no one has ever asked before. All to tell me where we need to dig!" "If you've ever visited a third world country, it can be a red flag... even if you didn't get sick. It's possible that you picked something up that didn't make you sick enough to even consider it a trigger for your rashes."Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

CBD is all the rage at the moment. My guest is back to discuss new research on CBD and its potential for those of us with skin rashes.   My guest today, Lily Mazzarella, MS, CNS, is an herbalist, nutritionist, educator and writer. She is the owner of Farmacopia, a modern apothecary and integrative practice in Santa Rosa, CA. Lily is the formulator and creator of Farmacopia’s line of Signature Tinctures, Adaptogen Powders and Superfoods, and co-founder and formulator of Reishi Roast Original and Reishi Roast Elixir. Join us as we discuss new research on CBD for skin rashes. Have you used CBD or echinacea for your skin rashes? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: When did Lily's interest in CBD start? Oral vs. topical use of CBD All about echinacea Red-flag ingredients for those with skin rashes How to find good quality CBD products Can the skin become addicted to CBD? Quotes “Staph is present on 90% of people with eczema and is a complicating factor on eczema lesions with itch and is one of the things that causes the oozing and the crusting and all that stuff.” [12:11] “CBD shows a lot of promise for regulating the osteocytes and turning down, again, not turning it off, not making your skin dry, but turning down inflammatory sebum production that's driven by testosterone and inflammatory fats, so poor quality fats in the diet.” [25:57] Links Find Lily online here Healthy Skin Show episode 026: Skin Irritants You've Probably Not Heard Of w/ Lily Mazzarella Sunsoil Dogwood Botanicals Follow Lily on InstagramReady to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Have you ever wondered what the symptoms of a staph infection on your skin are? I have come to discover that a lot of people really don't know what the symptoms are which can lead to delay in seeking help from your doctor. Recently, I asked my Instagram community if they knew what to look for if you're having a flare and it might be staph. I was surprised to discover that 98% wanted me to talk more about staph infections and weren't clear on what the symptoms are. And I've found this issue with clients who desperately manage a flare. But because they don't know the symptoms of a staph infection on the skin, they don't even consider it as an option. Failure to identify a staph infection can lead to a potentially unnecessary period of suffering. That's why I decided to share what you should look out for. Because I'm not a doctor, this is certainly not intended to help you diagnose a staph infection. It's my hope that it will help you know when to see your doctor rather than trying to just deal with it on your own. In this episode: Client story about staph infection Is it worth it to blend alternative and conventional approaches? 98% of my audience didn't know the symptoms of a skin staph infection Signs of a Staph infection you need to be aware of Are Staph infections only a concern for people with Eczema? Quotes: Staph infections can happen to anyone and that means that they are not an eczema-specific problem! I've worked with psoriasis clients who are struggling with staph as well. Burning skin and a deep, awful itch are two key symptoms during a flare that could spell the difference between a rash flare and a staph infection.Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com

Many of us are familiar with eczema: what it looks like, and how it feels. But have you ever heard of its dangerous cousin, eczema herpeticum? My guest today is here to talk more about it.  My guest today is Abby Lai. Abby is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN) and the founder of Eczema Conquerors, a website that was voted one of the top 20 eczema blogs to follow in 2018. She is also the creator of The Eczema Podcast. Her mission is to help as many people overcome eczema by working with clients worldwide and providing natural eczema remedies through eBooks, videos and articles. Join us as we discuss eczema herpeticum, as well as Abby's journey with it and with eczema. Had you ever heard of eczema herpeticum? Let me know in the comments! In this episode: Abby's story of living with eczema Abby's skin rash triggers What is eczema herpeticum? Abby's top foods to add to your diet Quotes “One piece of advice that I would give myself and I'll also give to your listeners out there is just to have more grace for yourself and to forgive yourself if you're going through this and to love yourself through the process.” [19:26] “Turmeric really has that strong anti-inflammatory property and that can be found not only in foods but also in supplements as well.” [16:51] Links Megasporebiotic Information: Get Megaspore here https://www.skinterrupt.com/role-of-probiotics-skin-health/ https://www.skinterrupt.com/how-probiotics-turned-my-hand-eczema-around/ Find Abby online here Want to try some skin-soothing products? Click HERE and use code HSS20 for 20% off! Healthy Skin Show episode 030: Natural Remedies For Eczema Rashes w/ Abby Lai Abby's eight-week group program Download Abby's FREE ebook, 6 Proven Ways to Clear Eczema Naturally Follow Abby on Facebook | Instagram | Ready to figure out your skin’s root causes so you can finally fix your skin + break free from meds + flare ups?My virtual clinic works with adults worldwide struggling with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, urticaria, hives, dandruff, perioral dermatitis + more.Trusted by 1000+ clients, we get results WITHOUT restrictive elimination diets.Schedule an assessment call at skinrepaircall.com