Case Study
From 15 years of painful cystic acne and four rounds of Accutane to skin she feels confident in.
“I'd say I'm at 90% clear, and what I see now with no makeup on is so much better.” Emma, age 33
Pictures are 9 months apart
BEFORE
AFTER
The Struggle
- Acne starting in her teens that ramped up senior year of high school with painful cystic breakouts.
- Tried spironolactone, four rounds of Accutane, birth control, and all of the topicals.
- Accutane would clear her skin temporarily, but never for the long term, and the acne was extremely painful and frustrating.
- A history of elevated liver enzymes, and unsure how to support her overall health for wellness and fertility.
The Strategy
- Completed the right labs to identify her cellular root causes across her skin, gut, liver, and hormones.
- Found nutrient insufficiencies, low insulin and cholesterol pointing to under-fueling, cellular thyroid issues, and mineral depletion.
- Identified liver health concerns that needed targeted support, plus numerous gut infections.
- Supported her liver up front to make sure she was ready for additional phases, then moved through the phases in the right order.
The Result
- Feeling confident in her skin and her overall health.
- Rounding out 7 months with CSL and ready to focus on fertility.
- Liver enzymes supported and gut infections addressed, building a stronger foundation.
- Moved through the ebbs and flows of the skin healing journey with grace.