Skincare is healthcare

What is skincare to you?

Is it something you do because you feel like you have to? Do you keep up with a routine to avoid breakouts or wrinkles?

I often find that people have a disconnect when they think about their health vs their skin.

Let’s recap…

The skin is an organ. Not only that, it’s the LARGEST organ of the body! It is essential that we care for it and pay attention to what it’s telling us. Now there are some visual cues we are all aware of, such as:

If you’re sick, you may look more pale.

If you’re overtired or have a food sensitivity, your dark circles may be more prominent.

If you get in contact with something bothersome, you may get a rash or hives.

The skin is our first line of defense against the outer elements and it’s the last form of communication from the body when something is amiss.

So the next time you notice you have a breakout, be sure to recount your stress levels, what you’ve eaten recently, how you’ve slept. All of those things matter and they can contribute to the occasional breakout. It’s not just about what you’re putting on your face (which obviously can be a factor!), but it’s ultimately about how you’re living.

I really want to emphasize how skincare IS healthcare.

Mental health IS healthcare.

Heart Health IS healthcare.

Taking care of your body IS healthcare. It’s the only one you’ve got and if you pay attention, you’ll notice how connected everything is.

Just because family members suffer from skin conditions like Acne, doesn’t mean that you have to also. Science is showing us that only 10% of genetics actually plays a role in our skin while the rest is left to Epigenetics AKA how we live and support our bodies. So it’s the same as other health concerns that may run in your family like Obesity, Heart Disease and Cancers. You may be prone to getting those things, but by choosing to support your skin and body’s health with movement, food, sleep and making overall good healthy choices— you’re less prone to experience those health concerns.

So skin health is a part of the big picture. It is a visual guide to your overall health. So be good to it! Take care of it! And pay attention to what it’s telling you.

— Jen