Solutions to help: -Drink a lot of water -Cut down on caffeine intake -Sleep more -Eat more greens/cruciferous vegetables because they contain a lot of fiber (Like Broccoli, cauliflower and salads) -Reduce Milk intake (Cow milk specifically) -Stop eating as much sugar and cheese -Find alternatives to refined white sugar in coffees (Like Maple syrup or date syrup) -Tuna and Avacado sandwiches -Whole grain bread instead of normal white bread -Reduce the intake of carbs
This is exactly my routine but not for acne but in general. Still my acnes are getting worse and worse. It feels really bad when you do everything right by following a healthy lifestyle but still get acne because of pcos and imbalanced hormones.
I guess that most people whom struggled with teen acne they got it back as adults acne but I hope that it will be healed and you will have a great clear skin soon don't be ashamed of it cuz I can feel you I'm struggling too but it's much better now what I'm doing is avoiding sugar, milk and grassy food and doing 30min of sports each morning and drinking 2L of water a day and eating so much green vegetables and fruits ...i don't want chemical stuff and it's so expensive .... And for my skin care routine I use cerave cleanser in the morning and in the evening before going to sleep and then the ordinary niacinamide + zinc then la roche posay cicaplaste + vitamins B5 as a moisturiser and my skin has improved a lot... Sorry for my English it's not my native language 😅 but believe me it worked for me 😊
Avoid coffee too I've forgot and drink a cup of water mixed with a table spoon of apple cider vinegar but using a strip to avoid damaging your teeth just right after you wake up it has a lot of health benefits and you can tolerate it even if it stinks and so acid 😂
@Farah Chicho. Thanks so much for your kind words and advice. Honestly brought me tears. I'll try my best to cut the dairy and sugar out of my diet as well as coffee (which I love so much 😭) thanks again for your routine I will try it and find hose products or similar ones. Thank you❣️
I'm 23 and I can really feel you 😭 I'm struggling with the same thing and don't wanna go out and my problem is even doubled cuz I'm skinny and cutting off these things would make me loose more weight but for me having a clear skin is more important 😊 hope you will get to know what's best for your skin but I told you that what I'm doing is giving me good results with less money 😅 now hope it works for you too let's make it our goal for 2023 ✨ I once read a comment that really encourage me it says that acne is the way our body is fighting for us better than having diabetes or cholesterol when we get older and I'm believing in it 💙
Great insights! Shezinest offers a holistic perspective on skincare, especially when it comes to natural remedies for acne. I highly recommend exploring their platform for in-depth guidance.
I’m so glad I came across this video🥺 I’ve struggled with cystic acne on and off since I was 14 (now 20). At times I don’t want to leave the house, don’t want to see people I’m close to, and even after the pandemic I still wore masks for a while because of how insecure I was. I have been on and off medications prescribed by my dermatologist including antibiotics and a course of accutane and I don’t want to have to rely on pharmaceuticals forever so i’ve recently started my journey to figure out what’s really the issue. My hormonal acne just recently came back again. I always steered away from cows milk but never completely eliminated dairy (still ate cheese), I am now attempting to go dairy free and gluten free. If there is someone reading to this point, I just want you to know you’re loved, you look great, and your acne does not define you. Some things are out of our control and it just takes some digging about yourself to figure it out. I’m hoping I figure out the underlying issue for myself and that I can be done with it or at least minimal acne eventually and not let it control me and my life some day.
Fel is like my soul sister in terms of acne, I'm going through a massive breakout phase rn as my skin has gone haywire with changing seasons🙂🤧, this video gave me some hope.🤧
Aww this is so sweet, and I'm just really glad that it could help give you more hope because you're definitely not alone with facing these skin and body issues! It's hard for anyone! personally what i do when the seasons change is to make sure i'm still getting enough hydrating ingredients into my skin, and i start to make more warming foods like baked sweet potatoes, oats and stir fries :) because at the end of the day we should be loving the process of learning about ourselves hehe - fel x
I have to say a huge thank you to all the Beauty Within fam. Watching videos like this was really the starting point of my “acne healing journey”. I am 29 and I’m still struggling with acne but after researching possible causes of acne from information given in your videos and after being inspired to be patient and do the work for myself I am the closest I’ve ever been to maintaining the skin I have always wanted. I found the things that work and don’t work for my skin because of the things y’all teach! Videos like this are SO IMPORTANT! Thank you for sharing!
This is perfect timing! I recently got off birth control and my hormonal acne is out of control.. and now I am starting to change my diet and hopefully clear my skin like yours! :)
Omg! Same. I have never had acne in my entire life. I started birth control a year back and decide to go off it a month back. My skin has exploded. I have nasty acne around my chin. I now have an acne problem that I never had before.
@@CookiesandCream738 you should definitely see a doctor and get a blood test to check which of your hormones are unbalanced. I developed cystic hormonal acne while on birth control and it did not go away even when I stopped taking it. (I never had acne before I got on birth control either) I got blood work done and I had excessive estrogen. I increased my fiber intake, i took probiotics, and DIM supplements and I no longer have painful cysts
Girls, I came off birth control 2 years ago and I'm suffering with weight gain 10kg and hormonal mild acne jawline chin. Also excessive bloating and weight gain in the middle section. I was silly and didn't really take any measures or supplements after coming off. Now I'm trying to reset it.. do you recommend any supplements that you've tried (UK) . X
@@hannahmir4327 for me what helped so far is taking zinc supplements, and omega -3 , and Eating more blueberries , anti inflammatory stuff and drinking more water. I have scars now but not that many new actives.
The longer I watch this video, the more I can relate to Fel’s journey!! Even on the age timeline!! I’m 24 & still get A LOT of hormonal acne. I got some acne here & there in my teenage years but it got worse in my early 20s. I’ve reduced my dairy intake for about a year now & I can totally see a difference! I guess I need to incorporate a lot more fibers into my diet cause I also have constipation issue lol. It is so mind blowing how much I can relate to this video and I can’t wait to start balancing my body by understanding it. THANK YOU SO MUCH FEL & BEAUTY WITHIN team ❤️ You guys may have solved my acne issues, amen to that! ✨
I started changing my eating habit after watching this video and I kid you not, now after 2 months my skin has changed for the better. I use to have acne ALL over ma face, it was really bad to the point where there were no space on my face that is clear apart from around my eyes. But now I barely get acne and when I do I know where it comes from. I can't thank you enough for sharing all these experience of yours. Thank you Felicia and the team
Thank you for sharing. I have for years struggled with disordered eating, acne and menstrual irregularity as well as severe issues with my circadian rhythm. And while therapy helped me a lot with removing the constant feeling of guilt about it all i have not yet fully figured out a routine or system that works for me. I am just glad that there are people out there going through the same thing poor having passed it because it really helps with staying hopeful and feeling less alone.
Thanks Felicia, your last words about taking 10 years to figure out of acne makes me feeling better since I always thought that I am the only one who struggle with acne for that long! Stay healthy and happy. Love from Indonesia 🇮🇩❤️
Girl, I'm 31 and I've just now gotten my skin to be more or less cooperative. And even still the cystic acne comes every so often. 🙈 And I've cut dairy out completely! That was a huge change..
omg, i just now realized how bad my diet is, I have too much carbs, sugar and dairy and have that same period problems, I have never done anything about it for some reason. thank you so much for this, it was an eye opening for sure ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! you sound exactly like how I was, but thankfully it only takes little tweaks here and there which made the most difference, so I'm sure you'll be able to understand it! A big part of it was actually understanding why and how certain things affected my body, which made the changes easier and painless, so I left all the videos that really helped change my perspective in the description box! make sure you check them out if you have time hehe, thanks for leaving the comment - fel xx
Yessss this is so relatable about changing your overall lifestyle and diet to be more healthy which would in turn clear up your skin. Most importantly, I think what resonates is about how we need to experiment and figure out our acne triggers~
This is so helpful!! Thank you for breaking it down and talking about how balance and little adjustments can really make a difference. So true that there are so many factors that contribute to our skin and there is no one cure all. Going to start with 7 days and see how it goes!
Loved this! I went through a very similar experience, and am finally in a place where I feel in control and am happy with my skin. I'm not giving up my Adapalene, lol, but I know most of my progress came from adding color (vegetables) to my diet, cutting back on naked carbs, and eating whole wheat along with other lifestyle changes. It really makes a difference!
My doctor recently put me on adapalene , I have the irritation around my jawline and my chin, also on my forehead ,my neck and chest. Idk if it’s a allergic reaction but I’m hoping with adapalene and changing my diet it would help 🤧
It’s so amazing to watch this video and see how you and I both came to the exact same conclusion! Everything you described is what I’ve done to reduce my acne, from removing dairy, coffee and sugar from my diet to trying leafy greens and monitoring my period, I’ve done it all and after finally seeing an improvement in my acne I can say that it’s been for the better. I also try to stay clear of gluten but since I don’t have a gluten sensitivity I realized I didn’t really need to so I still have some occasionally.
Hey Felicia! Literally struggled with the same thing… did exactly what you had said and it worked for me as well! It’s nice to know you’re not alone out there 😊
This is very relatable. ❤ 6 months ago, I just also realized that it has nothing to do only with my skincare products or routine but inside my body and lifestyle. I also used to become so anxious and stressed when pandemic started which triggered my breakouts, like cystic acne, that I never had since high school. Then, since I really didn't know what to do of my face, I consulted with dermatologist and was diagnosed with acne vulgaris. She prescribed medications, organic skincare products for my daily routine and told me to reduce or not to eat dairy products and hyperglycemic food, which I strictly followed. Then so I also started learning to cook and eat more veggies, not to drink coffee, avoid distress and sleep on time. Now, I can say that I have cleared my acne. I just need to maintain proper skincare routine and continue with my new lifestyle. And to accept that we cannot control all things in life, learn to adapt and live in our "new normal". 😊 I hope I could also get rid of my acne marks and scars soon. 🙏
Thank you so much for making this video Felicia! I have struggled with acne for years and had really bad cystic acne recently, but I can see MAJOR improvements in my skin after making the changes you recommended to my diet. Keep making these videos as they are helping me a lot !! ❤️
Thank you so much ❤ TIRED of dermatologists recommending to go on the pill. It’s NOT an option for me. I’m taking this opportunity to get to know my body better.
I was put on the pill as a young teen and honestly, at 29, still dealing with side effects from it (and like Felicia, adult hormonal acne). It's crazy how quick they are to push it.
Definitely agree with all your tips here as I've been slowly doing them in the last few months as well. Looking forward to seeing the what-I-eat-in-a-week video! Looking for alternative and easy meals that taste good is always the challenge lol
Felicia!! So awesome!!! Did you ever get diagnosed for PCOS? Life changes are so hard but so worth it at the end. Even I still struggle buts like you said it’s a day to day small steps. I’m so glad that you found what has been working so well! Thanks for sharing!! You’re awesome!! Much Love!!!🥰
So glad I found this video because I pretty much have the same situation as you did - in terms of cystic acne and the type of food and drinks I eat. This is the motivation I need to start changing my diet!
Hi Felicia, this is so helpful as myself and bunch of my friends are struggling with the same issue from a long time. Other thing is the scars or pigmentation left behind after the hormonal acne which doesn't fade away oh my god!! The struggle is real. Please be kind enough to help us girls with the pigmentation issue. Also, if you could mention some of the good primers for an extra oily skin in one of the upcoming videos, would be a life saver. Thank you so much, keep spreading the love and knowledge!!! 😘😘😘Lots of love and hugs from LONDON, UK 🇬🇧
I found that the ordinary Niacinamide and zinc serum really helped with fading my scarring and pigmentation! It’s quite affordable too so I would definitely give it ago :) make sure you put it on everyday for it to work.
Thanks so much for leaving a comment! And actually, products for hyperpigmentation are one of my faaaves because i totally get those stubborn marks after as well! Luckily there are a lot of ingredients that you can look for that help with brightening acne marks! my favorites to use are aha/bha toners, vitamin C serums, anything with licorice root, azelaic acid, and niacinmade are great for it! plus it doesn't just help with the hyperpigmentation, but for overall skin health. but don't worry too much because our skin cycles through every 28-30 days and will slowly fade naturally. one of the best things you can also do is just make sure your skin is well hydrated! because dehydrated skin can also signal to the melanocytes to produce more melanin, which means more hyperpigmentation. Hope this helps! - fel x
I started having acne when I was in middle school, but I only broke out on my forehead. It then went away when I went to college, but then I started breaking out on my cheeks and chin when I turned 20! I'm struggling to figure out what's the trigger and it's difficult for me to change my food intake because I still live at home with my parents, so my diet is determined by what my parents buy. I've been working on drinking more water and exercising and that works but there's definitely more that I'm not getting yet. I tried to cut out dairy for a month but that didn't make much difference either.
Same problem! I had forehead acne till 19 which went away after using benzoyl peroxide. Then I started getting cystic acne on my jaw and cheeks. I’m going on the pill now, hopefully it’ll help
I don't think I've ever commented on a video, but this video really made me feel hopeful towards clearing my skin, and because you've experienced it yourself and now your skin looks beautiful. I started Uni this year , and around March\April I started breaking out really bad, like I've never experienced before, to the point where people comment about it. As a teen, I had pimples yes, but like a dot on different spots, but this was all over my face. Cheeks, forehead, chin, everywhere. As a result, I've gotten pimple scars as well, that I'm hoping to clear up, along with these pimples. I never wore makeup throughout high school, my skin was good, just the few pimples here and there and now I wear make up daily to cover up the marks. As much as I do enjoy wearing make up, I would like to wear it as a choice, now I feel like I NEED to cover up because of how these marks are spread out across my whole face. I know it'll get better eventually, it might be the stress of the shift to Uni away from home, workload, all of that and with due time these marks will fade. In the meantime I'll definitely be intentional with what I eat, my sleeping patterns, staying hydrated and all of that to get to where you're at with your skin. Thank you for sharing your journey❤
I am glad I chanced on this video… I have learnt a lot as a PCOS patient on Metformin..with this advice.. I will do all it takes to get well and get my miracle baby ❤.. I am going to eat right and exercise and take my Metformin as prescribed.. Thank you so much
Thanks for sharing your story. I only started getting hormonal acne in my late 20s and it was the most frustrating thing. I've been using a lot of the products and suggestions on your channel and notice a world of difference. My skin has never been so nice and dewy!! I've also stopped getting bad cystic acne too with eating well & your skin care suggestions. I'd love to see what you eat during your cycle, I have killer cramps and bloating still and would love suggestions. Keep up the amazing work you guys 🤗
i kinda knew what you were saying ebfore you said it, because its scary how similar your experiences have been to mine, thank you for this video honestly it is inspiring me to watch it and pay attention to my food and lifestyle cuz skincare is never the only solution. i know it will take time and we are not alone, so it is reallllly hopeful to find a person who went through this here.
Loved this Fel! Glad you figured this out on your own and didn't go down the medical system which could be a pain in the ass! Your skin is absolutely glowing as you are girl! 😍🙌🏻
OooOoo this sounds awesome! love this because it's like once we learn about how inflammation and insulin works within our body and contributes to acne, it's SO MINDBLOWING and like, why do we never learn this stufff hahha. Alissa Vitti also has a book called woman code that you might really enjoy! it's about hormones, cycle syncing and nutrients :) thanks for your book recommendation! - fel x
This video is so helpful! I also have oily acne prone skin. It just never goes away. Just last month I realised that sugar spikes my breakout. So from 1st November I have started my no sugar journey. I hope it goes well and easy
Looking forward to hearing more about the circadian rhythm. I’m in my 40s and been a light sleeper for years. Frustrating! I enjoyed this video. Your skin looks very healthy...no doubt the healthy diet makes a massive difference.
Thank you Fel, please share moreee. I‘ve always struggled with irregular periods and acne and it’s so good to know that I‘m not the only one and that you can do something about it
This is true! I went vegan for a month and saw a HUGE difference in my skin. More glowy, less inflammation and acne. However, I didn't just want to be vegan forever because I like food so definitely takes a lot of balancing. :')
I would love to see a video about “eating for your cycle”. I’ve heard the term before but I’ve never actually known what it is let alone how to apply it to my life😅
I appreciate this video so much because everything you went through I basically went through! from the irregular/long periods to bloating to acne, which i was never acne prone until this summer. I am definitely going to try this and i hope it makes a difference!
I recently stopped having coffee and my hormonal acne has improved SO. MUCH. I had the same experienced and got my hormonal acne around 24 when I started working and started drinking black coffee (no sugar/milk) everyday. Now I have cut it out completely and so far my face is no longer clogged or have break out often! I think coffee really does affect our hormones in some ways..
omg ahhah my accent is indeed diluted now after staying here for almost 7 years! haha, i need more aussies in my life! I like that you realized though 😆- fel xx
I have been suffering from acne again at 25. I thought it was all from wearing the mask and how much irritation it is causing my skin but this video reminded me that while that may contribute to me having acne, I also have to take care of myself from within and not just from the outside.
so glad to hear this! I know it's such a personal journey that's so confusing, but just knowing that other people are also trying to figure it out and not be so down on ourselves is the best way to learn! hehe, thanks for commenting! - fel x
Hi Felicia! You don't know how much I resonate with your journey. I've also been dealing with acne since I was a teenager. I made changes with my lifestyle just last year because I know it'll help my skin in the long run. It is definitely a process. Micro changes lead to macro solutions and taking care of your body holistically is priceless. From the food intake, sleep, stress management, and down to skincare -- it's all connected. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!
Really want to see what you eat in a week and the week before your period because what you describe is what I’m experiencing. I however have passed the first step and don’t get cysts anymore (think it’s because I don’t drink milk) but I don’t have clear skin.
I fully support you guys introducing the infradian rhythm on this platform! Alyssa Vitti’s book changed my life and I believe every menstruating person should know about it! 💃🏻🙌🏼❤️
ahhh this is so helpful! I've been struggling to clear my skin since pandemic started! I tried so many products but nothing was wokinggg ! It made me lose confidence and self esteem but I'm recovering now ! Thank you so much for this ❤
Quiting birth control isnt an option for me so im trying the best i can to find other routines that are easy to follow and not crazy expensive. Thank you for this!
I really appreciate this video. Right now I’m going through a really bad breakout that started this summer, right after being able to clean my skin. So i’m stress and some times i’m in a really bad mood and in generaly i don’t want to go out without make-up. So i will like to thaks you because you were able to make me feel better about my self and let me think that i can use this time to better understand my body and don’t feel so bad about it.
Just got off my birth control 2 months ago (after 13 years) and now I’m breaking out in my chin area and cheeks really badly 😭 it’s making me self conscious!! Definitely needed this video!!! Looking for all the tips.
I’ve dealt with acne since I was 11 or 12. Now that I’m 40, I still get adult/hormonal acne. However, my breakouts are less frequent, and my pimples are smaller. I give credit to several different factors. 1. Less stress 2. More sleep 3. Eating healthier 4. Following a multi-step (mostly Korean) skincare routine 5. Drinking green tea daily My main challenges are avoiding refined carbs (i.e. pasta, rice, etc.) and dairy (i.e. cheese, coffee creamer, etc.).
That's true! I had the same experience. I cut on sugar and fast carbs, dairy and my period came back. And acne as well came away almost at all. Thank you for sharing and supporting. Love!
I loved this video, you came across (and are) authentic and down to earth and practical. I'd love to see what changes you made to your diet and how much more greens you incorporated as I can't tell. Thank you Felicia!
Thank you so much for this video! I've been struggling with period issues for over 10 years now and the doctors I've seen just can't seem to figure it out, so it's come down to me having to adjust my diet to see if that will help (at my own pace - I jumped in too quickly at first and just gave up, and need to start again lol 😅😅) It's so encouraging to hear that those lifestyle changes helped you so much! I'm really looking forward to your upcoming videos about your journey - sounds like you really did your research, girl! 😄
Thanks for sharing your journey! Very informative. I've also noticed my skin is softer and clearer when I'm sick after drinking lots of water and sleeping. I used to suffer with similar breakouts as you did (but my period was pretty regular). And similarly to you, I've slowly made dietary adjustments and I think it has helped my skin too. Sugar is a big culprit for me.
Woah, I could relate to all the issues you mentioned. Literally felt like I was talking about my acne issues, I am also on the same journey of figuring out what works best for me. Glad to find this video :)
I'm a teenager, and I've been struggling with acne for about 5 years now. I used Western skincare as well as Korean, unfortunately, it didn't really do a thing. It may have helped me to neutralize it. For 3 years I've been avoiding chocolate, sugar, spicy food, dairy and junk food, however, it does bring me much effect. Recently I started drinking chlorophyll, it help me a lot, but when I stopped drinking it for 2 days my acne came back really fast and was much worse than before. I've watched many tutorials and followed them on daily bases and yet my skin still isn't clear. I am really insecure about my acne because wherever I go I don't see it on other people's faces. I know it's normal but it still makes me sad and feel bad and angry for myself. I have small bumps on my forehead, and blackheads on my nose but mostly pimples on my chin. Now my face is not clear but it has calmed down nowadays, however, I struggle with pigmentation the most. I've used vitamin C but it only caused more breakouts. I must add that my parents also had acne when they were young and it cleared up on its own. Any tips on how to get rid of my acne? Please help me
Thank you Fel, I think this is what we really need to fight our hormonal acne. Looking back to my diet this month, I think I have to have more vegetable and salad in my food.
Love the video so far, but FYI fibre is definitely NOT only present in vegetables; fruits (both fresh and dried), grains, legumes, and veggies are ALL fibre-rich ☺️
I had cystic acne for more than 5 years but shift my diet, i ate 1 apple 1orange everyday, i started my day with beatroot carrot and cucumber smoothi . I ate oats with yogurt ( i know its dairy but it is a very good source of probiotics so i kept it in my diet) dates , chia seed , sunflower seed , apple and made smoothi for beakfast and sometimes i added grapes ( alternat b/w green and black grapes ) , i ate moong , chana sooked over night . For lunch i had quanio(or brown rice and dal) and sauté vegetables. Dinner i had quanio or sometimes wholeweat pasta . I didn't cut on dairy absolutely i had cheese dip wafers chips but i really limited it . And the most important thing is to fix sleeping schedules. Workout, drink water and stress less (hatta yoga helps me with that) And it fixed my skin , my cycle and moodswings and anxiety......it fixed every thing .
Yes this was extremely helpful. Glad you posted this. I was just diagnosed with PCOS. I knew something was wrong once I hit about 24 or 25 years old. I was having alot of cystic break outs on my jaw and neck and even chest that I never ever experienced. So I'm a hunt for research and suggestions and see what works so this video was helpful. I'm going to start to incorporate alot of your recommendations. Thank you sharing 💖💖💖
so utterly helpful! been battling acne for 3 years now and my doctor just non stop putting me on antibiotics and contraception pills which i haven’t even been taking because i just don’t trust chemicals to resolve the acne issue. I have noticed too that after cutting down on dairy and eating more fibre my skin has dramatically taken a turn but also i will advise taking zinc pills!!!! i have been taking one every morning for 3 weeks now and my skin has honestly cleared so much from what it was and it’s a natural supplement so no side effects so if anyone is desperate like i was that really does help. However i am still fighting scarring and the occasional break out but i’m honestly so relieved i can relate with you with the menstrual cycle being irregular as i thought i was defo infertile or something ffs
I'm really, really thankful for your videos about this. I've had acne maybe after a year I've gotten a period. I was probably 11 yrs old when it started on my cheeks and I think it was probably of my unideal skin care which progressively got harsher with the attempt to remove it. Years forward when 16 or 17, I began to have bumps under my skin along my jawline. I just opted to a Dove sensitive bar and a sunflower moisturizer because my acne felt hopeless. My period also was irregular. Then now, I'm 18 and turning 19 and learned that it was really hormonal acne. The pimples on my cheeks are only few now, but the bumps on my jawline are consistent. My mom had been telling me to lessen my sugar intake aka rice, so I did after hearing it so many times because I didn't believe her. I just have to eat more veggies, but my acne lessened last week! I think I had more again on my jawline because of the cheesy junk food I ate or the new sunscreen I tried just recently. Note: I'm not eliminating rice from my diet completely because I'm always Asian. I don't eat rice every meal, but I prioritize my protein, and veggies if any. I have two spoons of rice after my meal if I'm craving it, just so I'm satisfied. This happens like thrice a week, but I always have a bowl or cup of rice during Sundays paired with sizzled pork or sausages or inasal. AND if the dish isn't complete without rice, I'm eating rice, esp when eating outside! Again, the culprit isn't the rice. It's my uncontrolled eating. I apologize for the long speech.
I just found out that - long nails have more bacteria and germs underneath and that’s why now start keeping my nails short and tell you what it’s helping me with acne and also I can’t scratch my pimples.
I went through this same discovery a few years ago how changing my diet was the best thing to do for my skin! And the best side effect was actually losing a bunch of weight too, without even trying!
Stress is a huge factor in imbalancing hormones , I have PCOS and hormonal acne not bcz of my diet as it is bcz of my abnormal stress , I see improvement I am working on my mental health and that's great
I have acne and its really bad right now. I have like oily skin and sebum in my nose with blackheads. There is also a stubborn pimple on my nose that ive had for two years already, and i dont know how to make it go away. I really love this video it makes me have hope to clearing my skin and i will start seeing and expiermenting what causes my acne and i will change what i eat, thank you very much!! ❤
Thank you so much for this video. It was really interesting and helpful. I just now realised how bad my diet is and that i need to finally do something with it! I would love if you would continue in posting videos like this. ❤ love youu
i'll definitely be making more of these types of videos to share with you guys all the awesome and fascinating things i've learned! it's always good to know that you're not alone when dealing with these types of issues so i'm grateful you watched and commented! - fel x
@@BeautyWithinThank you so much for responding! I cant wait to watch new videos and to learn something more about what could help my skin to be glowing❤
Take one course of antibiotics for 7 days (1 week) to 14 days (3 times a day). Most acne problems are skin infection that leads to spread when your Contaminated hands keep scratching and touching. Sleep right, inflammation (eat lots of antioxidants fruits especially red cherries, strawberries are great). Quality vitamins c. Drink more water. Manage hbp and diabetic. Less sugar or little
This Channel has helped me sm I’m 15 and I literally never ever used to get breakouts I use to still have like texture and a hyperpigmentation but rarely any spots so suddenly I started getting spots around my chin and I learned it was form hormones but ever since then I never rly knew what to do with that information and how to balance my hormones or actually help my breakouts so now I’m looking for ways and this really helped me so Thankyou
I'm happy for you that your skin has cleared up! I did want to say that this type of discourse regarding diet and acne is what for years kept me from looking more into skincare and how it can help hormonal acne. I've suffered from hormonal acne from age 20-30 and the thing that finally cleared mine up is using Adapalene, Benzoyl Peroxide, Clindamycin, and Azelaic Acid on a weekly basis along with hydrating and barrier supportive products. Changes in my diet did nothing for my skin and did nothing for my PCOS. Seeking help for my PCOS from my doctor and for my acne from my dermatologist made all the difference. I think we should all encourage people to see a doctor about medical concerns such as acne and menstrual cycle issues.
This is so helpful! I don’t also like to go to derma because I feel like its a band-aid solution. Been to several dermas already and after a while, it would come back. So I guess this is the time for me to really look at what I eat.
Since I was a teen, I never really had a skincare regime since I think spending on such things aren't as important since school was more important for me and funds weren't sufficient enough.The thing is though, I never really had bad breakouts just small but still bothers me. But it all changed when I moved to Japan, my sister-in-law introduced me to skincare and never looked back since. Still have acne here and there but skin is doing good so far 👍
Nice video! I think it's important to stress that not everyone who has SOP also has insulin resistance - which means that, if you don't have IR, you can eat as healthy as you want and you still may get acne because your hyperandrogenism is genetic, and not caused by hyperinsulinemia. Of course, a healthy lifestyle is crucial in SOP, but always see an endocrinologist to see your case.
Solutions to help:
-Drink a lot of water
-Cut down on caffeine intake
-Sleep more
-Eat more greens/cruciferous vegetables because they contain a lot of fiber (Like Broccoli, cauliflower and salads)
-Reduce Milk intake (Cow milk specifically)
-Stop eating as much sugar and cheese
-Find alternatives to refined white sugar in coffees (Like Maple syrup or date syrup)
-Tuna and Avacado sandwiches
-Whole grain bread instead of normal white bread
-Reduce the intake of carbs
This is exactly my routine but not for acne but in general.
Still my acnes are getting worse and worse.
It feels really bad when you do everything right by following a healthy lifestyle but still get acne because of pcos and imbalanced hormones.
@@अखंडभारत-न8न really, nothing seems to work for me. its really frustrating
Ok don't use maple syrup it has sugar in it check the back for nutrition facts and it has so much sugar in it
@@अखंडभारत-न8न hi did it get any better? I am at that stage rn and i feel so bad
@@अखंडभारत-न8नtry fermented food.
I thought my teenage acne was bad. Until I turned 24 and currently facing the worst adult hormonal acne ever. I can't even leave my house 🥲
I guess that most people whom struggled with teen acne they got it back as adults acne but I hope that it will be healed and you will have a great clear skin soon don't be ashamed of it cuz I can feel you I'm struggling too but it's much better now what I'm doing is avoiding sugar, milk and grassy food and doing 30min of sports each morning and drinking 2L of water a day and eating so much green vegetables and fruits ...i don't want chemical stuff and it's so expensive .... And for my skin care routine I use cerave cleanser in the morning and in the evening before going to sleep and then the ordinary niacinamide + zinc then la roche posay cicaplaste + vitamins B5 as a moisturiser and my skin has improved a lot... Sorry for my English it's not my native language 😅 but believe me it worked for me 😊
Avoid coffee too I've forgot and drink a cup of water mixed with a table spoon of apple cider vinegar but using a strip to avoid damaging your teeth just right after you wake up it has a lot of health benefits and you can tolerate it even if it stinks and so acid 😂
@Farah Chicho. Thanks so much for your kind words and advice. Honestly brought me tears. I'll try my best to cut the dairy and sugar out of my diet as well as coffee (which I love so much 😭) thanks again for your routine I will try it and find hose products or similar ones. Thank you❣️
I'm 23 and I can really feel you 😭 I'm struggling with the same thing and don't wanna go out and my problem is even doubled cuz I'm skinny and cutting off these things would make me loose more weight but for me having a clear skin is more important 😊 hope you will get to know what's best for your skin but I told you that what I'm doing is giving me good results with less money 😅 now hope it works for you too let's make it our goal for 2023 ✨ I once read a comment that really encourage me it says that acne is the way our body is fighting for us better than having diabetes or cholesterol when we get older and I'm believing in it 💙
You should try changing your diet and hormonal supplements they work.
Great insights! Shezinest offers a holistic perspective on skincare, especially when it comes to natural remedies for acne. I highly recommend exploring their platform for in-depth guidance.
this makes the MOST sense out of anything i have watched about getting your acne under control
I’m so glad I came across this video🥺 I’ve struggled with cystic acne on and off since I was 14 (now 20). At times I don’t want to leave the house, don’t want to see people I’m close to, and even after the pandemic I still wore masks for a while because of how insecure I was. I have been on and off medications prescribed by my dermatologist including antibiotics and a course of accutane and I don’t want to have to rely on pharmaceuticals forever so i’ve recently started my journey to figure out what’s really the issue. My hormonal acne just recently came back again. I always steered away from cows milk but never completely eliminated dairy (still ate cheese), I am now attempting to go dairy free and gluten free. If there is someone reading to this point, I just want you to know you’re loved, you look great, and your acne does not define you. Some things are out of our control and it just takes some digging about yourself to figure it out. I’m hoping I figure out the underlying issue for myself and that I can be done with it or at least minimal acne eventually and not let it control me and my life some day.
this made me so happy! i’m the same, cystic since age 12 and turning 20 in a few days. we got this! we are beautiful beyond our skin ❤️❤️
Fel is like my soul sister in terms of acne, I'm going through a massive breakout phase rn as my skin has gone haywire with changing seasons🙂🤧, this video gave me some hope.🤧
Aww this is so sweet, and I'm just really glad that it could help give you more hope because you're definitely not alone with facing these skin and body issues! It's hard for anyone! personally what i do when the seasons change is to make sure i'm still getting enough hydrating ingredients into my skin, and i start to make more warming foods like baked sweet potatoes, oats and stir fries :) because at the end of the day we should be loving the process of learning about ourselves hehe - fel x
have you noticed any changes since then?
Wow I was wondering why I was crying in the other video. Perfect wording, gave me hope 😪🙏🏻
Same here! This gave me hope 😌
I have to say a huge thank you to all the Beauty Within fam. Watching videos like this was really the starting point of my “acne healing journey”. I am 29 and I’m still struggling with acne but after researching possible causes of acne from information given in your videos and after being inspired to be patient and do the work for myself I am the closest I’ve ever been to maintaining the skin I have always wanted. I found the things that work and don’t work for my skin because of the things y’all teach! Videos like this are SO IMPORTANT! Thank you for sharing!
Could u tell me plz what r these specific things u done and it make difference
I love how happy you are as you’re describing révoltions like your period coming at the right time
This is honestly the only helpful acne video I've ever watched.
This is perfect timing! I recently got off birth control and my hormonal acne is out of control.. and now I am starting to change my diet and hopefully clear my skin like yours! :)
Omg! Same. I have never had acne in my entire life. I started birth control a year back and decide to go off it a month back. My skin has exploded. I have nasty acne around my chin. I now have an acne problem that I never had before.
@@CookiesandCream738 you should definitely see a doctor and get a blood test to check which of your hormones are unbalanced. I developed cystic hormonal acne while on birth control and it did not go away even when I stopped taking it. (I never had acne before I got on birth control either) I got blood work done and I had excessive estrogen. I increased my fiber intake, i took probiotics, and DIM supplements and I no longer have painful cysts
Girls, I came off birth control 2 years ago and I'm suffering with weight gain 10kg and hormonal mild acne jawline chin. Also excessive bloating and weight gain in the middle section. I was silly and didn't really take any measures or supplements after coming off. Now I'm trying to reset it.. do you recommend any supplements that you've tried (UK) . X
@@hannahmir4327 for me what helped so far is taking zinc supplements, and omega -3 , and Eating more blueberries , anti inflammatory stuff and drinking more water. I have scars now but not that many new actives.
@@juliekoolie thank you so much for replying! I'm going to try those supplements as well as others!
The longer I watch this video, the more I can relate to Fel’s journey!! Even on the age timeline!! I’m 24 & still get A LOT of hormonal acne. I got some acne here & there in my teenage years but it got worse in my early 20s. I’ve reduced my dairy intake for about a year now & I can totally see a difference! I guess I need to incorporate a lot more fibers into my diet cause I also have constipation issue lol. It is so mind blowing how much I can relate to this video and I can’t wait to start balancing my body by understanding it. THANK YOU SO MUCH FEL & BEAUTY WITHIN team ❤️ You guys may have solved my acne issues, amen to that! ✨
24 is young. 🤦🏼♀️ I’m 45 and still getting acne.
I started changing my eating habit after watching this video and I kid you not, now after 2 months my skin has changed for the better. I use to have acne ALL over ma face, it was really bad to the point where there were no space on my face that is clear apart from around my eyes. But now I barely get acne and when I do I know where it comes from.
I can't thank you enough for sharing all these experience of yours.
Thank you Felicia and the team
Thank you for sharing. I have for years struggled with disordered eating, acne and menstrual irregularity as well as severe issues with my circadian rhythm. And while therapy helped me a lot with removing the constant feeling of guilt about it all i have not yet fully figured out a routine or system that works for me. I am just glad that there are people out there going through the same thing poor having passed it because it really helps with staying hopeful and feeling less alone.
Thanks Felicia, your last words about taking 10 years to figure out of acne makes me feeling better since I always thought that I am the only one who struggle with acne for that long! Stay healthy and happy. Love from Indonesia 🇮🇩❤️
Girl, I'm 31 and I've just now gotten my skin to be more or less cooperative. And even still the cystic acne comes every so often. 🙈 And I've cut dairy out completely! That was a huge change..
omg, i just now realized how bad my diet is, I have too much carbs, sugar and dairy and have that same period problems, I have never done anything about it for some reason. thank you so much for this, it was an eye opening for sure ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! you sound exactly like how I was, but thankfully it only takes little tweaks here and there which made the most difference, so I'm sure you'll be able to understand it! A big part of it was actually understanding why and how certain things affected my body, which made the changes easier and painless, so I left all the videos that really helped change my perspective in the description box! make sure you check them out if you have time hehe, thanks for leaving the comment - fel xx
Same tbh.. I have the same problem.. I have too much carbs, sugar and dairy.. My period also going haywire and irregular
a big thank you for this, thats all i need to say. finally someone who is being completely open and honest about this.
Yessss this is so relatable about changing your overall lifestyle and diet to be more healthy which would in turn clear up your skin. Most importantly, I think what resonates is about how we need to experiment and figure out our acne triggers~
This is so helpful!! Thank you for breaking it down and talking about how balance and little adjustments can really make a difference. So true that there are so many factors that contribute to our skin and there is no one cure all. Going to start with 7 days and see how it goes!
Loved this! I went through a very similar experience, and am finally in a place where I feel in control and am happy with my skin. I'm not giving up my Adapalene, lol, but I know most of my progress came from adding color (vegetables) to my diet, cutting back on naked carbs, and eating whole wheat along with other lifestyle changes. It really makes a difference!
My doctor recently put me on adapalene , I have the irritation around my jawline and my chin, also on my forehead ,my neck and chest. Idk if it’s a allergic reaction but I’m hoping with adapalene and changing my diet it would help 🤧
I just started getting hormonal acne again at 27. I haven't had acne breakouts in a long time. Thanks for this video!
It’s so amazing to watch this video and see how you and I both came to the exact same conclusion! Everything you described is what I’ve done to reduce my acne, from removing dairy, coffee and sugar from my diet to trying leafy greens and monitoring my period, I’ve done it all and after finally seeing an improvement in my acne I can say that it’s been for the better. I also try to stay clear of gluten but since I don’t have a gluten sensitivity I realized I didn’t really need to so I still have some occasionally.
Hey Felicia! Literally struggled with the same thing… did exactly what you had said and it worked for me as well! It’s nice to know you’re not alone out there 😊
This is very relatable. ❤ 6 months ago, I just also realized that it has nothing to do only with my skincare products or routine but inside my body and lifestyle. I also used to become so anxious and stressed when pandemic started which triggered my breakouts, like cystic acne, that I never had since high school. Then, since I really didn't know what to do of my face, I consulted with dermatologist and was diagnosed with acne vulgaris. She prescribed medications, organic skincare products for my daily routine and told me to reduce or not to eat dairy products and hyperglycemic food, which I strictly followed. Then so I also started learning to cook and eat more veggies, not to drink coffee, avoid distress and sleep on time. Now, I can say that I have cleared my acne. I just need to maintain proper skincare routine and continue with my new lifestyle. And to accept that we cannot control all things in life, learn to adapt and live in our "new normal". 😊 I hope I could also get rid of my acne marks and scars soon. 🙏
Thank you so much for making this video Felicia! I have struggled with acne for years and had really bad cystic acne recently, but I can see MAJOR improvements in my skin after making the changes you recommended to my diet. Keep making these videos as they are helping me a lot !! ❤️
Thank you so much ❤ TIRED of dermatologists recommending to go on the pill. It’s NOT an option for me. I’m taking this opportunity to get to know my body better.
I was put on the pill as a young teen and honestly, at 29, still dealing with side effects from it (and like Felicia, adult hormonal acne). It's crazy how quick they are to push it.
Definitely agree with all your tips here as I've been slowly doing them in the last few months as well. Looking forward to seeing the what-I-eat-in-a-week video! Looking for alternative and easy meals that taste good is always the challenge lol
Felicia!! So awesome!!! Did you ever get diagnosed for PCOS? Life changes are so hard but so worth it at the end. Even I still struggle buts like you said it’s a day to day small steps. I’m so glad that you found what has been working so well! Thanks for sharing!! You’re awesome!! Much Love!!!🥰
So glad I found this video because I pretty much have the same situation as you did - in terms of cystic acne and the type of food and drinks I eat. This is the motivation I need to start changing my diet!
Hi Felicia, this is so helpful as myself and bunch of my friends are struggling with the same issue from a long time. Other thing is the scars or pigmentation left behind after the hormonal acne which doesn't fade away oh my god!! The struggle is real. Please be kind enough to help us girls with the pigmentation issue. Also, if you could mention some of the good primers for an extra oily skin in one of the upcoming videos, would be a life saver. Thank you so much, keep spreading the love and knowledge!!! 😘😘😘Lots of love and hugs from LONDON, UK 🇬🇧
I found that the ordinary Niacinamide and zinc serum really helped with fading my scarring and pigmentation! It’s quite affordable too so I would definitely give it ago :) make sure you put it on everyday for it to work.
@@Ena-qy3ik i use that and really love! With the their moist
Thanks so much for leaving a comment! And actually, products for hyperpigmentation are one of my faaaves because i totally get those stubborn marks after as well! Luckily there are a lot of ingredients that you can look for that help with brightening acne marks! my favorites to use are aha/bha toners, vitamin C serums, anything with licorice root, azelaic acid, and niacinmade are great for it! plus it doesn't just help with the hyperpigmentation, but for overall skin health. but don't worry too much because our skin cycles through every 28-30 days and will slowly fade naturally. one of the best things you can also do is just make sure your skin is well hydrated! because dehydrated skin can also signal to the melanocytes to produce more melanin, which means more hyperpigmentation. Hope this helps! - fel x
yessss! this is an awesome and affordable serum, and such a good ways to see if your skin works well with niacinamide! love the ordinary! - fel x
@@BeautyWithin it does help! I think benzol peroxide leaves a red/brown mark on my skin. Will try not to dry it out too much.
I started having acne when I was in middle school, but I only broke out on my forehead. It then went away when I went to college, but then I started breaking out on my cheeks and chin when I turned 20! I'm struggling to figure out what's the trigger and it's difficult for me to change my food intake because I still live at home with my parents, so my diet is determined by what my parents buy. I've been working on drinking more water and exercising and that works but there's definitely more that I'm not getting yet. I tried to cut out dairy for a month but that didn't make much difference either.
Omg me too! I had forehead acne in middle school then acne on my cheeks and chin when I turned 20!
You can try The Ordinary Niacinamide serum. It literally cleared my skin ✨❤️
Same problem! I had forehead acne till 19 which went away after using benzoyl peroxide. Then I started getting cystic acne on my jaw and cheeks. I’m going on the pill now, hopefully it’ll help
@@nazsamandarova2968 how are you doing now? Do you still have acne?
I don't think I've ever commented on a video, but this video really made me feel hopeful towards clearing my skin, and because you've experienced it yourself and now your skin looks beautiful. I started Uni this year , and around March\April I started breaking out really bad, like I've never experienced before, to the point where people comment about it. As a teen, I had pimples yes, but like a dot on different spots, but this was all over my face. Cheeks, forehead, chin, everywhere. As a result, I've gotten pimple scars as well, that I'm hoping to clear up, along with these pimples. I never wore makeup throughout high school, my skin was good, just the few pimples here and there and now I wear make up daily to cover up the marks. As much as I do enjoy wearing make up, I would like to wear it as a choice, now I feel like I NEED to cover up because of how these marks are spread out across my whole face. I know it'll get better eventually, it might be the stress of the shift to Uni away from home, workload, all of that and with due time these marks will fade. In the meantime I'll definitely be intentional with what I eat, my sleeping patterns, staying hydrated and all of that to get to where you're at with your skin. Thank you for sharing your journey❤
I am glad I chanced on this video… I have learnt a lot as a PCOS patient on Metformin..with this advice.. I will do all it takes to get well and get my miracle baby ❤.. I am going to eat right and exercise and take my Metformin as prescribed.. Thank you so much
Thanks for sharing your story. I only started getting hormonal acne in my late 20s and it was the most frustrating thing. I've been using a lot of the products and suggestions on your channel and notice a world of difference. My skin has never been so nice and dewy!! I've also stopped getting bad cystic acne too with eating well & your skin care suggestions. I'd love to see what you eat during your cycle, I have killer cramps and bloating still and would love suggestions. Keep up the amazing work you guys 🤗
i kinda knew what you were saying ebfore you said it, because its scary how similar your experiences have been to mine, thank you for this video honestly it is inspiring me to watch it and pay attention to my food and lifestyle cuz skincare is never the only solution. i know it will take time and we are not alone, so it is reallllly hopeful to find a person who went through this here.
Loved this Fel! Glad you figured this out on your own and didn't go down the medical system which could be a pain in the ass! Your skin is absolutely glowing as you are girl! 😍🙌🏻
Hi, I am in my 30s and I am still figuring it all out! 😃 such a helpful information packed video. Thank you x
I’m 45! 😢
Perricone MD has a clear skin diet book that I like to reference to. It's all about controlling inflammation and sugar spikes. Very good read.
OooOoo this sounds awesome! love this because it's like once we learn about how inflammation and insulin works within our body and contributes to acne, it's SO MINDBLOWING and like, why do we never learn this stufff hahha. Alissa Vitti also has a book called woman code that you might really enjoy! it's about hormones, cycle syncing and nutrients :) thanks for your book recommendation! - fel x
This video is so helpful! I also have oily acne prone skin. It just never goes away. Just last month I realised that sugar spikes my breakout. So from 1st November I have started my no sugar journey. I hope it goes well and easy
Tell us how it went :)
wish you luck on your no sugar journey!
How did it go?
The fact that i came here to get rid of my acne problem but it actually helped me with my irregular periods as well😭😭😭
yess it's all connected! it can be a super confusing topic so I hope it helped, and also to know you're not alone in dealing with it hehe - fel x
Looking forward to hearing more about the circadian rhythm. I’m in my 40s and been a light sleeper for years. Frustrating! I enjoyed this video. Your skin looks very healthy...no doubt the healthy diet makes a massive difference.
Love this! Also am going through my experimentation phase and it gets tiring. But seeing other people go through this gives me hope ❤️
Check out Dr Dray on youtube (dermatologist) who has videos with recommendations. Her advice has cleared the skin of a LOT of people.
Thank you Fel, please share moreee. I‘ve always struggled with irregular periods and acne and it’s so good to know that I‘m not the only one and that you can do something about it
This is true! I went vegan for a month and saw a HUGE difference in my skin. More glowy, less inflammation and acne. However, I didn't just want to be vegan forever because I like food so definitely takes a lot of balancing. :')
I would love to see a video about “eating for your cycle”. I’ve heard the term before but I’ve never actually known what it is let alone how to apply it to my life😅
Easy to look up.
I appreciate this video so much because everything you went through I basically went through! from the irregular/long periods to bloating to acne, which i was never acne prone until this summer. I am definitely going to try this and i hope it makes a difference!
I recently stopped having coffee and my hormonal acne has improved SO. MUCH.
I had the same experienced and got my hormonal acne around 24 when I started working and started drinking black coffee (no sugar/milk) everyday. Now I have cut it out completely and so far my face is no longer clogged or have break out often! I think coffee really does affect our hormones in some ways..
It's usually just milk and sugar
@@aminahpathan I only drink black coffee
Her Australian-new York accent is adorable ❤️
omg ahhah my accent is indeed diluted now after staying here for almost 7 years! haha, i need more aussies in my life! I like that you realized though 😆- fel xx
Fel, this was so educational & great to watch! Cant wait for the two video ideas you finished off with. Thank you for sharing 😍
I have been suffering from acne again at 25. I thought it was all from wearing the mask and how much irritation it is causing my skin but this video reminded me that while that may contribute to me having acne, I also have to take care of myself from within and not just from the outside.
Thank you so much this really helped me on my clear skin journey. I am still figuring out what works for me, and this helped a lot!
so glad to hear this! I know it's such a personal journey that's so confusing, but just knowing that other people are also trying to figure it out and not be so down on ourselves is the best way to learn! hehe, thanks for commenting! - fel x
Hi Felicia! You don't know how much I resonate with your journey. I've also been dealing with acne since I was a teenager. I made changes with my lifestyle just last year because I know it'll help my skin in the long run. It is definitely a process. Micro changes lead to macro solutions and taking care of your body holistically is priceless. From the food intake, sleep, stress management, and down to skincare -- it's all connected. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!
Really want to see what you eat in a week and the week before your period because what you describe is what I’m experiencing. I however have passed the first step and don’t get cysts anymore (think it’s because I don’t drink milk) but I don’t have clear skin.
Check out Dr Dray on youtube (dermatologist) who has videos with recommendations. Her advice has cleared the skin of a LOT of people.
I fully support you guys introducing the infradian rhythm on this platform! Alyssa Vitti’s book changed my life and I believe every menstruating person should know about it! 💃🏻🙌🏼❤️
ahhh this is so helpful! I've been struggling to clear my skin since pandemic started! I tried so many products but nothing was wokinggg ! It made me lose confidence and self esteem but I'm recovering now ! Thank you so much for this ❤
Quiting birth control isnt an option for me so im trying the best i can to find other routines that are easy to follow and not crazy expensive. Thank you for this!
im glad i came across your channel, I hope I can finally get rid of my hormonal and cystic acne. Thank you guys!
I really appreciate this video. Right now I’m going through a really bad breakout that started this summer, right after being able to clean my skin. So i’m stress and some times i’m in a really bad mood and in generaly i don’t want to go out without make-up. So i will like to thaks you because you were able to make me feel better about my self and let me think that i can use this time to better understand my body and don’t feel so bad about it.
Just got off my birth control 2 months ago (after 13 years) and now I’m breaking out in my chin area and cheeks really badly 😭 it’s making me self conscious!! Definitely needed this video!!! Looking for all the tips.
Check out Dr Dray who has advice on clearing your skin.
I’ve dealt with acne since I was 11 or 12. Now that I’m 40, I still get adult/hormonal acne. However, my breakouts are less frequent, and my pimples are smaller. I give credit to several different factors. 1. Less stress 2. More sleep 3. Eating healthier 4. Following a multi-step (mostly Korean) skincare routine 5. Drinking green tea daily My main challenges are avoiding refined carbs (i.e. pasta, rice, etc.) and dairy (i.e. cheese, coffee creamer, etc.).
Check out Dr Dray on youtube (dermatologist) who has videos on skin care and will simplify your routine even more.
Mine also started at 12, I'm 33 and relate to everything you mentioned above
Wat of eggs
Thank you so much for sharing your story! I would love to see a "what I eat in a day" kind of video 💜
That's true! I had the same experience. I cut on sugar and fast carbs, dairy and my period came back. And acne as well came away almost at all. Thank you for sharing and supporting. Love!
I loved this video, you came across (and are) authentic and down to earth and practical. I'd love to see what changes you made to your diet and how much more greens you incorporated as I can't tell. Thank you Felicia!
prom is in a week and my acne is so bad thank you for this video i’ll start eating healthy 😭😭
Thank you so much for this video! I've been struggling with period issues for over 10 years now and the doctors I've seen just can't seem to figure it out, so it's come down to me having to adjust my diet to see if that will help (at my own pace - I jumped in too quickly at first and just gave up, and need to start again lol 😅😅)
It's so encouraging to hear that those lifestyle changes helped you so much! I'm really looking forward to your upcoming videos about your journey - sounds like you really did your research, girl! 😄
Thanks for sharing your journey! Very informative. I've also noticed my skin is softer and clearer when I'm sick after drinking lots of water and sleeping. I used to suffer with similar breakouts as you did (but my period was pretty regular). And similarly to you, I've slowly made dietary adjustments and I think it has helped my skin too. Sugar is a big culprit for me.
Thank you for being an inspirational big Sister!! Keep smiling!!
Woah, I could relate to all the issues you mentioned. Literally felt like I was talking about my acne issues, I am also on the same journey of figuring out what works best for me. Glad to find this video :)
I'm a teenager, and I've been struggling with acne for about 5 years now. I used Western skincare as well as Korean, unfortunately, it didn't really do a thing. It may have helped me to neutralize it. For 3 years I've been avoiding chocolate, sugar, spicy food, dairy and junk food, however, it does bring me much effect. Recently I started drinking chlorophyll, it help me a lot, but when I stopped drinking it for 2 days my acne came back really fast and was much worse than before. I've watched many tutorials and followed them on daily bases and yet my skin still isn't clear. I am really insecure about my acne because wherever I go I don't see it on other people's faces. I know it's normal but it still makes me sad and feel bad and angry for myself. I have small bumps on my forehead, and blackheads on my nose but mostly pimples on my chin. Now my face is not clear but it has calmed down nowadays, however, I struggle with pigmentation the most. I've used vitamin C but it only caused more breakouts. I must add that my parents also had acne when they were young and it cleared up on its own. Any tips on how to get rid of my acne? Please help me
OMG YES I JUST LEARNED ABOUT THE INFRADIAN rhythm. Please do a video on it!!
Thank you Fel, I think this is what we really need to fight our hormonal acne. Looking back to my diet this month, I think I have to have more vegetable and salad in my food.
Love the video so far, but FYI fibre is definitely NOT only present in vegetables; fruits (both fresh and dried), grains, legumes, and veggies are ALL fibre-rich ☺️
Great video! Some key points were highlighted that I hadn't heard anyone else discuss. Thank you!
I had cystic acne for more than 5 years but shift my diet, i ate 1 apple 1orange everyday, i started my day with beatroot carrot and cucumber smoothi . I ate oats with yogurt ( i know its dairy but it is a very good source of probiotics so i kept it in my diet) dates , chia seed , sunflower seed , apple and made smoothi for beakfast and sometimes i added grapes ( alternat b/w green and black grapes ) , i ate moong , chana sooked over night .
For lunch i had quanio(or brown rice and dal) and sauté vegetables.
Dinner i had quanio or sometimes wholeweat pasta .
I didn't cut on dairy absolutely i had cheese dip wafers chips but i really limited it .
And the most important thing is to fix sleeping schedules.
Workout, drink water and stress less (hatta yoga helps me with that)
And it fixed my skin , my cycle and moodswings and anxiety......it fixed every thing .
Yes this was extremely helpful. Glad you posted this. I was just diagnosed with PCOS. I knew something was wrong once I hit about 24 or 25 years old. I was having alot of cystic break outs on my jaw and neck and even chest that I never ever experienced. So I'm a hunt for research and suggestions and see what works so this video was helpful. I'm going to start to incorporate alot of your recommendations. Thank you sharing 💖💖💖
heck out Dr Dray on youtube (dermatologist) who has videos with recommendations for all your concerns.
I feel you Felicia. All of your past experience was so relatable to me. Thank you so much for this helpful video.
Makes total sense now!! Thank you for sharing your story!!
Loved this video! I loved that it wasn't only about the skin but our health in general!) Would loveee to see more videos like this one!!
Love this video! Also, couldn't stop looking at your cozy background! 😊
Thank you so much for this. I can’t even describe how close to home this hit.
I'm breaking out right now and it's my worst breakout ever, hopefully these advice can help me!
so utterly helpful! been battling acne for 3 years now and my doctor just non stop putting me on antibiotics and contraception pills which i haven’t even been taking because i just don’t trust chemicals to resolve the acne issue. I have noticed too that after cutting down on dairy and eating more fibre my skin has dramatically taken a turn but also i will advise taking zinc pills!!!! i have been taking one every morning for 3 weeks now and my skin has honestly cleared so much from what it was and it’s a natural supplement so no side effects so if anyone is desperate like i was that really does help. However i am still fighting scarring and the occasional break out but i’m honestly so relieved i can relate with you with the menstrual cycle being irregular as i thought i was defo infertile or something ffs
I'm really, really thankful for your videos about this. I've had acne maybe after a year I've gotten a period. I was probably 11 yrs old when it started on my cheeks and I think it was probably of my unideal skin care which progressively got harsher with the attempt to remove it. Years forward when 16 or 17, I began to have bumps under my skin along my jawline. I just opted to a Dove sensitive bar and a sunflower moisturizer because my acne felt hopeless. My period also was irregular. Then now, I'm 18 and turning 19 and learned that it was really hormonal acne. The pimples on my cheeks are only few now, but the bumps on my jawline are consistent. My mom had been telling me to lessen my sugar intake aka rice, so I did after hearing it so many times because I didn't believe her. I just have to eat more veggies, but my acne lessened last week! I think I had more again on my jawline because of the cheesy junk food I ate or the new sunscreen I tried just recently.
Note: I'm not eliminating rice from my diet completely because I'm always Asian. I don't eat rice every meal, but I prioritize my protein, and veggies if any. I have two spoons of rice after my meal if I'm craving it, just so I'm satisfied. This happens like thrice a week, but I always have a bowl or cup of rice during Sundays paired with sizzled pork or sausages or inasal. AND if the dish isn't complete without rice, I'm eating rice, esp when eating outside! Again, the culprit isn't the rice. It's my uncontrolled eating.
I apologize for the long speech.
THIS VIDEO HELPED ME A LOT SIS! YOU'RE A GEM. ❤️
I just found out that - long nails have more bacteria and germs underneath and that’s why now start keeping my nails short and tell you what it’s helping me with acne and also I can’t scratch my pimples.
I went through this same discovery a few years ago how changing my diet was the best thing to do for my skin! And the best side effect was actually losing a bunch of weight too, without even trying!
Stress is a huge factor in imbalancing hormones , I have PCOS and hormonal acne not bcz of my diet as it is bcz of my abnormal stress , I see improvement I am working on my mental health and that's great
I feel like this is made for me. So glad to have come across it! Going to make small changes in my diet and movement
Your skin seems so much like mine I’m definitely gonna follow your journey and tips now
I have acne and its really bad right now. I have like oily skin and sebum in my nose with blackheads. There is also a stubborn pimple on my nose that ive had for two years already, and i dont know how to make it go away. I really love this video it makes me have hope to clearing my skin and i will start seeing and expiermenting what causes my acne and i will change what i eat, thank you very much!! ❤
Thank you so much for this video. It was really interesting and helpful. I just now realised how bad my diet is and that i need to finally do something with it! I would love if you would continue in posting videos like this. ❤ love youu
i'll definitely be making more of these types of videos to share with you guys all the awesome and fascinating things i've learned! it's always good to know that you're not alone when dealing with these types of issues so i'm grateful you watched and commented! - fel x
@@BeautyWithinThank you so much for responding! I cant wait to watch new videos and to learn something more about what could help my skin to be glowing❤
Some dude came out with secret recipes for skin, clears skin like crazy
?
What is ittttttt
This is a total catfish comment.
I fully agree. I did the same changes in my diet and my acne changed drastically.
This was SUPER helpful 😭 can’t wait to learn more!
Take one course of antibiotics for 7 days (1 week) to 14 days (3 times a day). Most acne problems are skin infection that leads to spread when your Contaminated hands keep scratching and touching. Sleep right, inflammation (eat lots of antioxidants fruits especially red cherries, strawberries are great). Quality vitamins c. Drink more water. Manage hbp and diabetic. Less sugar or little
This Channel has helped me sm I’m 15 and I literally never ever used to get breakouts I use to still have like texture and a hyperpigmentation but rarely any spots so suddenly I started getting spots around my chin and I learned it was form hormones but ever since then I never rly knew what to do with that information and how to balance my hormones or actually help my breakouts so now I’m looking for ways and this really helped me so Thankyou
I'm happy for you that your skin has cleared up! I did want to say that this type of discourse regarding diet and acne is what for years kept me from looking more into skincare and how it can help hormonal acne. I've suffered from hormonal acne from age 20-30 and the thing that finally cleared mine up is using Adapalene, Benzoyl Peroxide, Clindamycin, and Azelaic Acid on a weekly basis along with hydrating and barrier supportive products. Changes in my diet did nothing for my skin and did nothing for my PCOS. Seeking help for my PCOS from my doctor and for my acne from my dermatologist made all the difference. I think we should all encourage people to see a doctor about medical concerns such as acne and menstrual cycle issues.
This is so helpful! I don’t also like to go to derma because I feel like its a band-aid solution. Been to several dermas already and after a while, it would come back. So I guess this is the time for me to really look at what I eat.
Since I was a teen, I never really had a skincare regime since I think spending on such things aren't as important since school was more important for me and funds weren't sufficient enough.The thing is though, I never really had bad breakouts just small but still bothers me. But it all changed when I moved to Japan, my sister-in-law introduced me to skincare and never looked back since. Still have acne here and there but skin is doing good so far 👍
Hey!! I also have hormonal acne, and this vedio really helps me. By the way, I love your background 😍❤️
Nice video! I think it's important to stress that not everyone who has SOP also has insulin resistance - which means that, if you don't have IR, you can eat as healthy as you want and you still may get acne because your hyperandrogenism is genetic, and not caused by hyperinsulinemia. Of course, a healthy lifestyle is crucial in SOP, but always see an endocrinologist to see your case.