As someone who has struggled with chronic skin issues for years, I’ve tried every cream, lotion, and prescription medication under the sun to no avail. It wasn’t until I started learning about the gut-skin axis and the role our microbiome plays in our overall health that I began to see real improvements in my skin.
The gut-skin axis is the relationship between the health of our gut and the appearance of our skin. Our gut microbiome, which is the collection of bacteria and other microorganisms in our digestive system, plays a crucial role in the way our skin looks and even the way we age! When the gut microbiome is out of balance, it can lead to a range of health issues, most notably skin problems such as acne, eczema, rosacea- and even early wrinkles.
I started experimenting with different ways to improve my gut health and support a healthy microbiome so that I could finally get that “celebrity” glowing facial skin. I started by cutting out processed foods and increasing my intake of prebiotic foods like organic vegetables, which are high in fiber and other nutrients that help support a healthy gut. In addition to these dietary changes, I also tossed most of my chemical-ridden skincare products in my cabinet. I found that I was spending hundreds on topical products from Sephora that did absolutely nothing for my skin in the long run.
The big game changer for me was when I started to take a daily gut supplement. After some experimenting, I ultimately chose Klora’s Gut-Renew because it was the only one that I could find that was specifically made for the gut-skin axis. I took the protocol religiously for about 8 weeks and that’s when the results started coming in:
– My skin began to clear up and become more even-toned.
– I no longer had to rely on heavy makeup to cover up blemishes and redness. – The skin on my face stays plump and radiant even when I’m under stress (which was a result I was not expecting!).
I still use a daily moisturizer and night cream to support my health. Other than that, Klora was the only thing I changed in my daily skincare routine. I’ve added nothing else other than the gut-renew capsules and this has been the best my skin has EVER been. Yes, that includes my teenage years!
While everyone’s journey to better skin health will be different, I truly believe that improving the health of our gut and supporting a healthy microbiome is a key factor in achieving clear, healthy, radiant-looking skin. By making simple changes in optimizing the gut microbiome we can set ourselves up for long-term skin health and overall well-being. Staying “forever young” isn’t easy, but after this experiment, I truly believe if you fix your gut, your skin will show it!
Anita Quinn
Anita Quinn (31) is a Staff Writer for The Daily Post focusing on Beauty, Fashion, and Health. Her extensive traveling for various environmental and wildlife conservation groups has taken her to 24 countries and 37 U.S. states. The three things she packs for every trip are: a good mystery novel, a moisturizer with a high SPF, and her mother's old camera.
