Ep. 34 - The Root Cause of Acne: Why Your Skincare Isn’t Working
Acne is not just a teenage issue. If you are still breaking out in your late 20s, 30s, or 40s, this episode is for you.
If you have tried the products, the prescriptions, the elimination diets, the detoxes and you are still asking, “Why is this happening?” today we are going deeper.
Acne is not a surface level problem. It is a signal.
In this episode, I break down the three most common root causes I see in women struggling with persistent acne and how to address it from the inside out.
In This Episode, We Cover
Why acne is an inflammatory condition and what that actually means
The gut skin connection and how digestion impacts breakouts
Signs you may have low stomach acid
How poor drainage and detox pathways show up on your skin
The role of nutrient deficiencies, especially zinc
Why hormones are not technically the root cause
How chronic stress drives androgen dominance and jawline acne
The connection between cortisol, inflammation and cystic breakouts
Blood sugar dysregulation, even in healthy women
How overtraining, caffeine and skipped meals can worsen acne
Why infections and hidden toxins may be the missing piece
What functional testing can reveal
What to expect when healing acne from the inside out
The 3 Root Causes Behind Adult Acne
1. Gut Dysfunction: Digestion, Drainage and Detoxification
When digestion is impaired and waste is not eliminated properly, the skin can become an emergency detox pathway.
2. Hormonal Havoc Driven by Stress and Inflammation
Hormones respond to your internal environment. Chronic stress and inflammation can drive androgen excess and cystic acne.
3. Blood Sugar and Insulin Dysregulation
Blood sugar spikes increase cortisol and inflammation, creating the perfect environment for breakouts.
Ready for Clear Answers
If you are done guessing and ready to understand what is actually driving your acne, start with the Wellth Audit.
You will receive functional lab testing, a full breakdown of your root causes and a 45 day personalized protocol.
Book your Wellth Audit or schedule a free Wellth Strategy Session at organicallyglow.com
If this episode helped you feel seen, share it with another woman who needs it. And if you have more questions about acne, send me a message. I would love to continue the conversation.
See you next time inside Glow Social Hour.