🧴 Episode Overview:
In this solo episode, Katarina breaks down one of the most misunderstood aspects of skincare: your skin barrier. From why it gets damaged to how to heal it from the inside out, this episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with acne, sensitivity, premature aging, or inflammation.
🔑 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- What is the skin barrier and how it affects every aspect of your skin health
- How inflammation is at the root of most skin concerns (yes, even acne + aging!)
- The difference between a damaged barrier and purging or irritation
- Internal + external factors that damage the barrier (stress, sugar, harsh actives, etc.)
- How to nourish your skin from the inside out
✨ Products + Practices Mentioned:
🧪 Epicutis Lipid Serum: https://www.yourhonestglow.com/products/p/lipid-serum
- Barrier-restoring, anti-inflammatory serum ideal for post-treatment or sensitive skin
- Key Ingredients: TSC anti-inflammatory compound, squalane, fatty acids, cholesterol
🔄 Rotating Tretinoin
- Why Katarina recommends cycling tretinoin/retinoids instead of using them year-round
- Tips for retinoid barrier support (buffering, barrier serums, sandwich method)
🌿 Inside-Out Skin Healing:
- How diet, blood sugar, and hormones play a role in skin inflammation
- Why high cortisol and chronic stress break down your barrier (and what to do about it)
- Supplements + tools Katarina loves:
- BioRewind by Skinbetter Science – combats glycation and aging from within Biorewind: https://skinbetter.pro/sh/b6a340bf
- Red Light Therapy – promotes collagen production and calms inflammation
- Lumebox: :$260 off plus free shipping
https://thelumebox.com/pages/lb68/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=3&affid=4134&discount=yourmasteraesthetician - Cortisol support (adaptogens, magnesium, balanced lifestyle)
☀️ Simple but Non-Negotiable:
- Sunscreen is essential for barrier protection—especially when using actives or healing your skin
- Daily SPF = daily anti-aging and barrier care
🛠 Tips & Tricks to Calm Inflammation:
- Try an “Inflammation Reset” week with no actives, minimal ingredients, and barrier-supporting products
- Eat whole, anti-inflammatory foods: omega-3s, berries, leafy greens, zinc-rich foods
- Practice nervous system regulation: breathwork, grounding, screen breaks
📲 Stay Connected:
- IG & TikTok: @your.master.aesthetician
- Website: yourhonestglow.com
- Book a virtual skin consultation or facial
- Subscribe to exclusive content on Instagram for deeper dives into acne healing, hormones, content creation & more
📲 Connect with Me:
- Instagram: @your.master.aesthetician
- Jacksonville Florida Spa: @your.honest.glow
- Website: yourhonestglow.com (code UNWRITTEN for 10% off)
- Podcast: Unwritten Beauty Talks – available on Spotify, Apple, and all platforms
- If you are a professional and wanting to carry factor five skincare use code katarina20 for 20% off.
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