Bye Bye Breakouts: Your New Routine for Clear, Glowing Skin
- Nina Scheets
- Sep 24, 2024
- 4 min read
Updated: Feb 13
Acne—the ultimate skin betrayal. You’re probably piling on every serum, cream, and potion, thinking you’ve got it covered, but meanwhile, your gut’s like, “Uh, hello?!” Turns out, the gut and skin are ride-or-die partners. If your gut’s out of whack (fancy term: microbiome imbalance), it can set off inflammation, not just in your stomach, but all over—including your skin. Cue those uninvited pimples.
Think about it: that pizza you devoured? Might be the mastermind behind today’s forehead breakout. Or, that round of antibiotics you took last winter? Could’ve wiped out your good gut bacteria, leaving the gates open for acne-causing inflammation to sneak in.
So, what’s the fix? Look inside—literally. A gut-friendly diet loaded with probiotics (fermented goodies like kimchi, yogurt) and prebiotics (garlic, bananas) will help, plus cutting back on sugar and processed junk. Throw in some gut-supporting supplements like digestive enzymes, and you’re giving your skin a better chance from the inside out.
Skin 101: Let’s get nerdy for a sec—your skin is the largest organ, clocking in at a hefty 22 square feet. It’s not just there to make you look good; it protects, regulates, and detoxifies. It’s made up of three layers: the epidermis (outer), the dermis (middle), and subcutaneous tissue (deepest). Acne likes to start its drama deep in the dermis, where your oil glands pump out sebum. When too much oil mixes with dead skin cells, they form a plug. Add bacteria (*P. acnes*) to the mix, and boom: inflammation, redness, and that dreaded breakout.
Topicals are great, but if your gut is a hot mess, they’re not enough. Gut health, hormones, and stress can set off internal inflammation, which pushes acne to the surface. It’s all connected.
And while you might want to go full diet detective, don’t stress too much. Extreme food policing can actually trigger acne, thanks to our old friend cortisol (the stress hormone). Instead, focus on balance—because, honestly, no one is breaking out over a slice of bread.
Eat for Your Skin: Here's where the real magic happens!
1. Fatty Fish: Omega-3s reduce inflammation and help build a healthy skin barrier. Salmon, mackerel, or sardines? Yes, please.
2. Avocados: Full of vitamins C and E to keep skin glowing and combat oxidative stress.
3. Nuts & Seeds: Packed with omega-3s and zinc, both inflammation fighters.
4. Sweet Potatoes: Beta-carotene to reduce oil production and promote healthy skin turnover.
5. Leafy Greens: High in antioxidants to detox the body and lower acne-triggering inflammation.
6. Green Tea: Contains EGCG, which cuts sebum production and calms inflammation. (Then use the discarded tea bag over the troubled area! It’s a two for one solution!)
7. Berries: Rich in vitamin C to help fight free radicals and repair skin.
8. Fermented Foods: Probiotics in yogurt, kimchi, and sauerkraut support gut health, which is crucial for clearer skin. ( I love this Kombucha drink. I get it at Aldi, but other supermarkets should have it! Try out different kinds and remember to always check the ingredients!)
To make life easier (because who has time to stress over food?), I recommend the 21 Day Fix—a simple way to build healthy eating habits and get all the gut and skin benefits you need without the guesswork. Check out my blog on it for all the steps!
Oh, and aloe! This overachieving plant soothes your gut and your skin. Aloe aids digestion, reduces inflammation, and can seriously cut down on acne flare-ups from the inside out. And yes, I wrote a blog about that too—check it out!
Alright, time to kick those toxic skincare products to the curb! Your skin deserves better, and trust me, when you ditch the junk, you’ll see the difference. A lot of OTC cleansers and toners are filled with harsh chemicals that strip your skin’s natural oils, messing with your acid mantle. What’s that? It’s a protective layer on your skin made of oils and sweat, with a slightly acidic pH that keeps the bad stuff (like bacteria and pollutants) out while locking in moisture.
When that mantle gets damaged, say hello to irritation, dryness, and—you guessed it—more breakouts. To keep your skin happy and thriving, you need to use gentle, pH-balanced products that work with your skin, not against it.
And that’s why I’m obsessed with Riman Incellderm Skincare! This stuff is next level. It all starts with Byoungpool, a powerhouse plant known in Chinese medicine for its wound-healing properties. Incellderm takes it up a notch, growing this hero ingredient in living lava water (yes, you read that right) and using raw, fresh botanicals instead of dried ones like other brands. That’s what makes it stand out!
Incellderm doesn’t just sit on the surface—it gets deep into your dermis, thanks to some seriously cool science that delivers healing molecules right where they’re needed. And yes, you might go through a quick detox phase, but hang tight! It’ll only last a few days, and it’s crucial to keep your hands off your face during this time. I know it’s tempting (we’ve all been there), but trust me, it’s worth it.
After a month of using Incellderm twice a day, your skin will be glowing like never before—think glass-skin vibes.
Bottom line: take care of your gut, nourish your skin with the right stuff, detox your routine, and let the magic of Incellderm work its wonders. You’ll be on your way to clear, radiant skin in no time! Stay strong, stay glowing!
Incellderm Acne Protocol
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