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
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