1. Loving the
Skin You’re in!
Dr. Katherine Igah-Phillips
Integrative Medicine Practitioner / Holistic Wellness Coach
September 22, 2016
2. THE SKIN
• Your largest organ!
• 8 pounds
• 22 square feet
• 19 million skin cells per every
square inch
• Without it, you’d literally
evaporate!
• What does the skin do for us?
• Waterproof & insulating shield
• Exudes antibacterial substances
• Manufactures Vitamin D
• A huge sensor
• Enables free movement
3. YOUR SKIN vs. YOUR
LIFESTYLE
• Like any other organ, your skin
can be healthy or ill. It can be
well nourished or malnourished.
It can be exercised, and it can
wear down with age or abuse.
• In particular, as we age, our skin
becomes thinner and drier.
• While you can’t control your
age, you can control numerous
other factors that accelerate
this aging process…
5. • Physical activity is not only essential to losing weight and
staying fit, but also to getting flawless skin naturally.
• Today, we have become largely affected by the sedentary
lifestyle. 30 mins/day of anything that will make you will
flush out toxins. Exercise will also help reduce stress in
the body.
• How does exercise improve the skin?
• Increases blood circulation of blood
• Releases through sweat the toxic chemicals & waste
products that build up under skin
• All of this leads to clearer, firmer skin by neutralizing the
harmful effects of free radicals & oxidative stress
7. • Insufficient sleep and stress are biggies when it comes to
acne and premature aging.
• Your skin rejuvenates and repairs itself mostly while you
are asleep. During good quality sleep, your body
produces human growth hormone (aka the anti-aging
hormone), which rebuilds and rejuvenates skin cells.
• When you're anxious and losing sleep, levels of the stress
hormone cortisol skyrocket, disturbing the hormonal
balance needed for a healthy complexion. Excess cortisol
can also attack collagen!
9. • Roughly 15% of our skin is made up of water.
• Water cleanses the body and eliminates the toxins and
waste. It hydrates the body and removes excess oils and
dirt.
• Drinking the correct amount of water per day gives the
skin a bright, noticeable change in less than a week.
• The instant you're dehydrated, it will take a toll on your
skin, causing it to look dull, flaky, saggy and loose.
• The smaller the chemical burden your body has to deal
with (pesticides, synthetic chemicals, heavy metals, etc.),
the more energy it has left for cellular renewal!
11. • Your body needs the right nutrients to fight off damage,
and your skin is no different.
• Your skin is what you eat…food choices can cause or
combat skin problems. The body repairs and replenishes
from the inside out, so nutrition makes a significant
contribution to overall skin appearance.
• A healthy diet with lots of fresh fruits and veggies, lots of
water, minimal alcohol and sugar will make the skin glow
more than any expensive cleanser or moisturizer. You'll
feel great too!
• Sugar (including highly refined carbs) damage skin through a process
called glycation (collagen distortion that promotes inflammation &
oxidative stress)!
15. Should I go without sunscreen so my
body can make Vitamin D?
• With news that most Americans are deficient in the
"sunshine vitamin”, many feel it’s a good idea to expose
their skin to UV rays with out sunscreen…
• It’s wiser to just take a Vitamin D3 supplement!
• Safest Time of Day - 7:00am to 9:00am
• Worst Time of Day - 10:00am to 2:00pm
• To avoid breakouts, look for non-comedogenic or oil free.
17. • Many nutrients are vital to healthy skin, and the most
reliable way to get them all every day is to eat well, as
well as take your daily supplements.
• WHY?
• Soil Quality Today + GMOs
• Difficult to Quantify Nutrients On Our Plate
• Preparation Process May Destroy Nutrients
• WHAT TO LOOK FOR?
• High Quality Manufacturing
• Potency, Biodegradability, Absorbability, 3rd Party
Testing, In-House Manufacturing
19. • A build-up of toxins in the body due to our air, water and food
causes damage to the body as well as premature aging.
• Detoxing also helps in maintaining the pH of the body at a
healthy alkaline state.
• Mild Detox: Having a glass of warm/room temperature water
with freshly squeezed lemon or key lime first thing in the
mornings. Also, 2 teaspoons of Braggs ACV/day.
• Moderate Detox: A natural detoxification program that
include 21-30 days on a plant-based diet…this stimulates the
body to purge and cleanse itself, and enhances the functions
of the liver, kidneys and colon. You can also consume distilled
water during this 21-30 day period. Stay away from: sugar,
meat, dairy products, alcohol, smoking and excess salt to
give the skin a healthy break and prevent water retention.
• Extreme Detox: Avoid!
21. MOISTURIZE
• Dry, itchy skin can lead to more than just minor discomfort…low levels of
ceramides (the lipids that keep water locked in your skin), can cause
inflammation that triggers psoriasis, eczema, even acne.
• Many plant-based oils are excellent natural ways of moisturizing the skin!
TONE
• Toners are supposed to be used right after cleansing the skin in order to restore
the skin’s pH balance. Healthy skin toners provide skin repairing substances such
as antioxidants & fatty acids, and provide it with a fresher, smoother and
younger appearance.
• Regular use of a toner also helps in solving the problem of acne. [Braggs
ACV/Water].
• You can tone your skin with a sage, peppermint, & witch hazel combo. Combine
4oz of witch hazel with 1 tsp. each of sage & peppermint leaves and steep for 1-3
days before applying to your skin.
23. CLEANSE
• Use a very mild cleanser & wash with cool to room temperature
water
• Using hot water can cause redness, irritation & dryness
• The same goes for the rest of your body
EXFOLIATE
• The best solution to the question of how to get rid of dead skin
cells!
• Exfoliation helps in improving skin texture by reducing dullness of
skin and reducing the appearance of large pores. Regular
exfoliation makes it easier for the skin to absorb moisturizers that
are applied topically.
• Making your own scrub is much better than using the exfoliating
products on the market that are often times too harsh for most
skin types. You can also exfoliate naturally using fruit!
25. 1. Treat your neck & chest like an extension of your face!
2. Run a humidifier every night in the winter to moisturize
the air in your bedroom!
3. Keep your hands off your face!
4. Use non-toxic cleaning products!
5. Opt for natural skin products!
6. Use a single family of skin-care products!
7. Get rid of makeup before you sleep!
8. Wash your makeup tools!
26. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR A SKIN
PRODUCT TO WORK?
• Allow 28 to 35 days, the time
it takes the outer skin layer to
renew itself, before
evaluating.
• Initial mild irritation is normal
and often a sign your skin is
detoxifying.
• But stinging, severe redness,
or prolonged breakouts
indicate you should stop
using the product.
27. SAMPLE NATURAL
REMEDIES
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over the course of the following
week!
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