The Truth About Acne & Aging Skin with CLEARSTEM

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by breakouts despite doing everything right, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Danielle and Kayleigh, founders of the cult-favorite brand @clearstemskincare, for a powerful conversation on healing your skin from the inside out. We dive into the real root causes of acne (like gut health, hormones, and stress!) and the myths still holding so many women back from the clear, confident skin they deserve. We also cover: how to simplify your skincare routine when traveling, clean beauty musts (and what to avoid), the truth about Botox + fillers, skin-supportive habits that go beyond products, and their personal routines + Clearstem go-to’s. This episode is full of the kind of insights you won’t hear in your average skincare convo, because your skin is a reflection of what’s happening beneath the surface. SHOWNOTES: Sam’s LINKS: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Samcfit Clearstem | code: SAMCFIT https://clearstem.com/SAMCFIT  Dream Recovery | code: SAM15 https://dreamrecovery.io/ LMNT:drinklmnt.com/SAMCFIT David’s Protein: http://davidprotein.com/samcfit Vitaclean | code: SAMCFIT https://vitacleanhq.com/ EMPWR by Sam App | *free 7-day trial* https://www.empwrbysam.com/ My Macro Guide: https://samcfit.com/macro-guide-only Running Programs: https://www.samcfit.com/running-programs   Follow SamInsta: @samcfit_ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Samantha_Christine Follow ClearstemInsta: @clearstemskincarehttps://clearstem.com/ Follow Danielle + Kayleigh Insta: @danielle.the.acne.guru  https://www.instagram.com/danielle.the.acne.guru/ Insta: @kayleigh.christina  https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/ Danielle and Kayleigh’s go-to makeup brands and products: Trish McEvoy Gorgeous® Foundation Annie Lawless Forget The Filler Skin-Plumping Line-Smoothing Foundation Make Beauty Diffusion Dew Radiant Skin Tint Priia Loose Mineral Foundation Haus Labs TRICLONE™Skin Tech Foundation Rose Inc Softlight Skin-Smoothing Liquid Foundation Topics discussed: 00:11 – Intro  01:14 – The holistic approach: anti-acne + anti-aging 02:28 – How inflammation shows up differently (acne, aging, eczema) 03:00 – Danielle’s personal acne journey 05:06 – Kayleigh’s acne journey & meeting Danielle 10:22 – Acne, confidence & the emotional toll 14:25 – Natural alternatives to Accutane  15:19 – Spironolactone: pros, cons & side effects 16:47 – Elimination diet for acne  18:53 – Supplements that trigger acne  23:03 – Bio-individuality: finding your unique triggers 27:25 – Pore-clogging ingredients explained + CLEARSTEM checker tool 31:15 – Favorite non-comedogenic foundations & makeup tips 35:55 – How CLEARSTEM products were created 39:01 – Bounce Back serum, HydroGlow & bakuchiol vs retinol 42:18 – The CLEAR Kit routine + exfoliation tips 45:51 – CLEARSTEM = anti-aging + anti-acne 46:25 – Roast or Toast skincare trends  51:21 – What empowerment means to Danielle and Kayleigh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to THE EMPWR PODCAST— the show where wellness meets real life + confidence becomes your way of being. Hosted by Fitness Entrepreneur, Certified Personal Trainer + Nutritionist, Samantha Christine, each episode is packed with workout tips, nutrition hacks, expert advice + personal stories designed to empower you on your journey to a healthier, happier you. No matter where you’re starting, or how far you’ve come, this is your space for transformation, self love, connection + growth. Whether you’re getting in a sweat, navigating traffic, or unwinding on the couch, tune in + let’s move together— physically, mentally + intentionally— toward your strongest self. Because here, we believe every season of wellness, whether you’re pushing new limits or finding your rhythm, deserves to be empowered.