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Hormones

Woman holding a vegan buddha bowl of chickpeas and mixed vegetables that are good for PCOS acne.

Acne Root Causes, Hormones

One in three women with PCOS have acne. Here are the contributing factors of PCOS and six tips to help you get rid of PCOS acne.

Acne Root Causes, Hormones

Balancing hormones can be a tricky task. Here are five of the most common reasons why most women fail to balance hormones.

Hormone balancing foods like salmon, avocado and eggs in a colourful salad.

Acne Root Causes, Hormones

The food you eat has a big impact on the health of your hormones. Here are the 7 of my favourite hormone balancing foods that you can include in your diet.

Friends in the summer having fun on a boardwalk not worried about body acne.

Acne Root Causes, Hormones, Skin Care, Skincare

Hot summer weather means tank tops and bathing suits. But not if you have body acne. Here are eight ways to get rid of body acne.

The Hormone Smoothie in a mason jar topped with a cherry, coconut and cinnamon.

Acne Root Causes, Breakfast, Hormones, Recipes, Smoothies + Drinks

Try the hormone smoothie filled with protein, fibre and fat to stabilize blood sugar levels and, in turn, balance hormones and clear the skin.

Hormones, Recipes, Snacks + Apps

These crunchy roasted chickpeas are the perfect snack to keep your blood sugar levels happy and support clear skin.

Detox Infused Water with Lemon, Cranberries, Ginger and Mint to support the lymphatic system and acne.

Acne Root Causes, Detox Organs, Hormones

The lymphatic system plays a big role in acne. Here’s how it connects to clear skin and what you can do to support it.

Fermented gut healing foods showing that the gut is the key to clear skin.

Acne Root Causes, Gut Health, Hormones

If you want to stop your breakouts for good, you must be addressing the health of your gut. Here’s how gut health and the skin are connected.

Acne Root Causes, Detox Organs, Gut Health, Hormones

The food you eat impacts how your skin looks. If you want clear skin, include the nine best foods for acne.

Acne Root Causes, Detox Organs, Gut Health, Hormones

My Acne Story Growing up, I had zero issues with acne. Didn’t get a single pimple during puberty and always had clear skin throughout high school and university. I thought I was one of the lucky ones that would never have to deal with acne. And I 100% didn’t think I would be dealing with […]

I’m Katie

I’m a Registered Holistic Nutritionist specializing in helping women with chronic acne clear their skin from the inside out.

Hey!

After years of dealing cystic breakouts, I cleared up my skin for good by fixing my gut, liver and hormones. I went back to school for nutrition and then said seeya later to my job in television. I launched an online nutrition business (before working from home was a thing) so I could help as many women as possible feel confident AF in their own skin, too.

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Let's finally get you back to clear, glowing skin.

Acne goes deeper than just the surface—it's a sign of internal imbalances. That’s why prescriptions, medicated creams, and high-end facials don’t deliver lasting results. True skin clarity comes from an inside-out approach, and we're here to support you every step of the way.







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Testimonials

"After a few months, my skin improved significantly."

Now my skin is completely blemish-free, I don’t even have to wear makeup. I don’t even break out around my cycle. I really owe it to Katie for her knowledge, and guidance during this clear skin journey. Thank you, Katie!!

-Jenyne W.

"My scars and blemishes from the past continue to fade."

I'm grateful for the knowledge, strength and support to get current breakouts under control while my body continues to detox and heal.

Laurenne B.

"My skin is definitely consistently good now."

I feel like I didn't know why I would go through good spells before and then terrible breakouts. My energy levels and motivation have also returned. This is all so huge for me.

Sara P.

"I actually enjoy the look of my face with less make-up."

 I use to wear a lot of powder and concealer to cover the break out areas, as well as to hide my scars. Both my breakouts and scars are lessening in amount and redness!!

-Nicole B.

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I love sweet bonbon. Tiramisu I love apple pie. Lollipop macaroon pastry danish. Sweet roll jujubes gummies tootsie roll fruitcake I love liquorice. Wafer chocolate halvah. Liquorice apple pie lollipop sweet roll powder. Oat cake sesame snaps marshmallow cookie jujubes. Croissant pie I love croissant cookie.

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I love sweet bonbon. Tiramisu I love apple pie. Lollipop macaroon pastry danish. Sweet roll jujubes gummies tootsie roll fruitcake I love liquorice. Wafer chocolate halvah. Liquorice apple pie lollipop sweet roll powder. Oat cake sesame snaps marshmallow cookie jujubes. Croissant pie I love croissant cookie.

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