Even hormone coaches deal with breakouts! This week, we're getting honest about it. We dig into our own acne stories (hormonal, pregnancy-related, and supplement-induced), the science behind why hormones drive breakouts in the first place, and what's actually helped us navigate flares without spiraling.

In this episode:

• What it really feels like to break out while working as hormone coaches, and the pressure of "looking the part"
• The hormonal mechanism behind post-birth-control acne, and why your body's context (stress, undereating, overtraining) changes how rocky that transition is
• Spironolactone vs. Winlevi: how each works, and why Sam ultimately chose a topical, targeted option over a systemic one
• A list of supplements that can actually trigger acne, including a couple of surprising, well-documented ones
• Our real approaches during a flare (panic included) and how we each work with clients
• A myth-debunk on the "cortisol steal" theory, and what's actually happening when stress affects your hormones
• clearstem.com
• skinbetter.com
• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser
• Elta MD Tinted Sunscreen
• Colorscience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield
• Avene Cleanance HYDRA Ultra-Soothing Restorative Cream
• winlevi.com
• The PMOS/PCOS rename Endocrine Society's announcement.

Connect with us:

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Work with us:

Sam · Rewild Her — rewildherwellness.com
Sandy · Sandra Adams Wellness — sandraadamswellness.com

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