Skin Barrier And Beyond
A licensed esthetician and certified gut health specialist’s take on skin health, from barrier repair to the gut–skin connection, inflammatory skin patterns, and comedone care. Honest, science-driven, and grounded in real clinical experience.
Skin Barrier And Beyond
Latest Episodes
Everyone Has Sensitive Skin Now. That Is Not Normal.
Sensitive skin is on the rise. But why?In this episode, we get into what is actually driving the global rise in skin reactivity and why most of what you have been told about it is wrong.
Why Antibiotics Don’t Fix Inflammatory Acne Long‑Term
Most people are told that “stronger” prescriptions will finally clear their skin, but antibiotics only touch one slice of inflammatory acne. In this episode, I break down why antibiotics are not enough for acne and why a root cause ...
Glow Myth: Why Drinking More Water Won’t Save Your Skin
You’ve been told to “just drink more water” for glowing, hydrated skin. But if that actually worked, your barrier wouldn’t still feel tight, flaky, or inflamed. In this episode, we break down the glow myth and unpack the real scienc...
AI Skin Analysis: Is Your Report Gaslighting You? An Esthetician Breaks It Down
If you’ve ever uploaded a selfie to an AI skin analysis app and felt worse after the “report,” this episode is for you. In this episode, me as an esthetician will break down how AI skin reports actually work, where these apps go wro...
Why Hydrating Serums Aren’t Enough for Dehydrated Skin Barrier
Even after layering hyaluronic acid and “hydrating” serums, does your skin still feel tight, rough, and thirsty again within minutes? In this episode of Skin Barrier and Beyond, I break down why your barrier stays dehydrated even wh...