by Dr. Angelina Riopel, ND
The Language of Skin
Skin concerns often reflect internal imbalances, which is why understanding what your skin says about your health is important. While topical solutions like anti-ageing creams for wrinkles, steroid creams for eczema, and clear skin products for acne can help, they usually address only surface-level symptoms.
Digging deeper, skin issues such as oily skin, acne or premature ageing often indicate underlying problems with digestion, hormones, hydration, or stress-related skin conditions. Your skin acts as a mirror, revealing what’s happening inside your body. By addressing these root causes with naturopathic skin care, dietary changes and holistic treatments, you can achieve both healthier skin and overall well-being.
Your skin tells a story—listening to it is the first step toward long-term solutions for radiant, glowing skin.
Understanding Common Skin Concerns
Our skin is more than just an outer layer; it’s a powerful indicator of overall health. From oily skin and acne to premature ageing, the appearance and condition of your skin often reflect internal imbalances. For example, hormones and skin health are closely linked, with fluctuations in hormone levels leading to breakouts, dryness, or other skin issues. Similarly, stress-related skin conditions like acne rosacea can reveal underlying factors such as candida overgrowth or chronic inflammation.
Addressing these concerns requires more than topical skin treatments. It involves looking at the root causes, including digestion, hydration and lifestyle habits. Whether you’re seeking clear skin tips, ways to combat premature ageing skin, or insights into how gut health affects the skin, understanding the connection between your skin and your internal health is essential. By taking a holistic approach, you can achieve lasting improvements in skin health.
Oily Skin
Oily skin is often dehydrated or your cleanser may be stripping your skin, causing an overproduction of oil.
SOLUTION: Keep hydrated, drink more water and herbal teas, and avoid sugar and caffeinated drinks. Assess your skincare regime. Soap-based or foaming cleansers should be switched to a more gentle, cream-based cleanser. Remember, oil removes oil and won’t dry the skin out.
Acne-Prone Skin
Acne-prone skin may be due to liver congestion and constipation.
SOLUTION: Healthy digestion and elimination are essential to clear skin. Encouraging regular bowel movements by keeping hydrated, increasing fiber, fruit and vegetables and avoiding sugar. Liver congestion is often behind the constipation that causes acne-prone skin. Stimulate the liver with lemon water, bitter green salads and dandelion tea.
Dark Circles Under the Eyes
Dark circles under the eyes can often be a sign of allergies, or “allergic shiners.”
SOLUTION: Diet and digestion should be assessed. Food sensitivity testing or elimination diets can identify the offending foods. Removing those foods will help to resolve the dark circles.
Acne Rosacea
Acne Rosacea may be due to candida overgrowth. Rosacea often accompanies other symptoms such as digestive complaints, brain fog, sugar cravings and low energy.
SOLUTION: Treat the candida overgrowth. This is typically done with a combination of dietary changes and herbal medicine.
Premature Ageing
Premature ageing, such as fine lines, dryness and discolouration, can be due to stress, lack of sleep, diet, dehydration, or your current skincare regime.
SOLUTION: Assess the big picture, including diet, lifestyle, sleep habits and current skincare regime.
“Enjoy the face you have today, it’s the one you’ll wish you had ten years from now.”
Achieve Clear Skin with Naturopathic Support
Your skin is a reflection of your overall health, and understanding what your skin says about your health is the first step toward addressing deeper imbalances. Throughout this blog, we’ve explored how skin conditions like oily skin, acne, dark circles and premature ageing skin often connect to internal factors such as digestion, hormones, hydration and stress.
At Innate Wellness, our Naturopathic Medicine services offer a holistic approach to managing these underlying causes. From dietary recommendations and natural remedies for skin health to personalized consultations, we can help you address persistent skin issues and support long-term wellness.
If you’re ready to uncover the root causes of your skin concerns and find effective, natural solutions, contact us today. Our team is here to guide you on how to improve skin health naturally and achieve lasting results. Understanding what your skin says about your health is key to glowing, healthy skin.
