SUPPLEMENTS
Here we go! Deep breath. It’s different this time, sister.
Healing is for you. Clear skin is for you. Loving your skin is for you!
Invite God in to your consistency, investment, and intention for your skin.
Because of years of medications and processed foods, we get to heal our skin, organs, gut, hormones, brain, and immune systems with supplements to assist, replenish, and repair.
Instructions:
Please be thorough, patient, consistent with your supplements for best healing and results. Let them get into your body and do their work in time. Cells turn over in your body about every 30 days, so we need at least that much time (typically) to begin noticing any changes.
Products are organized by the corresponding week of the course. There are 3 sections below with supplements & skincare for the corresponding Weeks. Scroll to the specific week you’re looking for today.
Trust the process. Choose patience. Take it 1 week at a time. Resist skipping ahead to further lessons. It’s coming, but you don’t have to do it all today. You can rest easy. And give your body, your skin, time to adjust week to week.
Okay?! Okay. =)
All of these are products that I have personally taken/used and found invaluable to healing my skin (except for any “need specific” listed, that I thought wee important to include as helpful options). Most I still continue to take to this day because of what they do for my gut, digestion, and skin. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out and email me at hi@alyssachamberlin.com
I have researched SO many brands and products in-depth for transparency, ingredient quality, trustworthiness, EU standards, non-toxic lists, and effectiveness. I’ve done the work for you, and I hope you can trust the process, and what I’ve found, and let your mind rest a little easier. <3
Love,
Alyssa
The information provided on this site is for educational purposes only and is not professional medical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment or with questions about the interaction of any supplements on your existing medical condition or medications.
Holistic Supplement Protocol for:
Adult and Cystic Acne
General Skin Issues
WEEK 1
Directions: Take Leaky Gut Revive for 3-6 months minimum.
This is step 1 of gut repair! It’s foundational. There is typically never a skin issue without a related gut issue. It will be difficult to manage and heal your acne without a strong gut lining, because you need to be able to properly absorb the nutrients in the other products.
That’s why, before getting into skincare and other supplements, I want you to start with this. We’ll introduce products one week at a time to let your body and budget adjust.
After 3-6 months, see how you feel. This product can be continued if desired for general gut lining and digestive tract health. It also can be mixed in/added to the Elixir below or with any 8oz liquid or smoothie. I personally took this daily for about 1.5 years; now, as needed.
Directions: Take 3 capsules of MINDBODYSKIN WITH a meal. This supplement combines many nutrients that women with hormonal acne are imbalanced in.
This product supports the skin/gut/brain connection. It’s incredible and was absolutely transformative for me. I continued taking it up until I got pregnant, and likely will resume after breastfeeding. Don’t skip it!
Not recommended while pregnant.
Holistic Supplement Protocol for:
Adult and Cystic Acne
General Skin Issues
WEEK 2
prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, digestive enzymes, collagen production stimulation, essential and often missing micronutrients
Directions: Take GreenSynergy Elixir daily w/ 8oz cool or room temperature water (take for 3-6 months minimum). Can be mixed in/added to the Leaky Gut Revive above w/ 8oz water or alone with 4-8oz water as a daily nutrition routine. Easy to use single serve packets for home & travel.
When I first started taking this, I noticed a difference in my skin (and digestion) in 3 weeks. I cried the happiest tears. Personally, I continue to drink this daily for 5+ years and it continues to provide essential nutrients for my digestion, general health, hair/nails, and clear skin maintenance. It’s the one thing I’ve stuck with this long, and notice a different without. I recommend putting this on auto ship so you don’t run out and get shipping & free product perks.
Alternative option - if you don’t like the light citrus flavor of the elixir packets above, you can order this bundle instead (it has the exact same gut & skin nutrients but a little more greens mix).
If pregnant: Order this combo instead.
*** To Simplify your daily routine: Add Leaky Gut Revive into this drink.
Optional Add Ons
Need Specific
For: PCOS related menstrual regularity, egg quality, and fertility. Improving insulin sensitivity, hormone health, PMS symptoms, and relaxation. Keeping blood sugar balanced, proper liver detoxification. Keeping inflammation in check and reduces cardiovascular risk. Take this if you have PCOS.
WEEK 3
Now that you’ve established your supplement essentials, these are optional for continued gut & detox support. If you feel like your digestion hasn’t started responding to the above after 3-4 weeks, consider adding this additional probiotic in for 30-90 days, then testing without, and adjusting as your body directs.
Pharmaceutical grade to survive digestion, restore gut balance, support immune response.
Directions: Take 1 capsule/day with a meal for the first week to let your body adjust; then take 2 capsules/day with a meal thereafter. I recommend you continue to take this even after your skin healing course is complete for maintaining diversity of gut flora and microbiome balance.
NOTE: Use the code “Alyssa” at checkout for a discount. Order on “subscribe & save”, and you will get an extra discount; you can cancel the subscription ANY time (even immediately after your order processes, so you still get the discount).
For hormone synthesis, balancing, & enhanced detox pathways.
Take this if you have reason to suspect your liver is sluggish and/or if you are still having painful periods.
Directions: Take 2 capsules with a meal, up to 3x daily (up to 6 capsules daily).
Skincare
This is my personal protocol. I use everything below and go back and forth between the two brands. I’ve tried SOOO many products as I’m sure you have too, and these are my game changers.
Mix and match if you choose, or pick between Option 1 or Option 2 for the most straightforward approach.
Often with inflamed and reactive skin, less is more. If your skin is actively breaking out still, resist the temptation to add other products in. Let your body adjust for 3-6 months before trying other new products or adding things in later, one at a time.
Because these products are high quality, a little goes a long way. Each option should last you 3-4 months. What you normally get from the store are loaded with water, additives, chemicals, and are not as potent, therefore requiring you to use more. If you’re used to low-budget products, this will be a mindset shift, but it’s well worth it.
For those who need a lower budget, start with the products marked with a * and use both morning and evening - these are most essential.
WEEK 4
morning cleanser - start gentle in the morning or after a makeup-free workout *
OR use this acne cleanser for skin that’s more aggressively and actively breaking out
morning & evening eye gel - light and non-irritating for inflamed & acne prone skin
morning face lotion - light & refreshing to keep skin balanced *
spot treatment - use any time of day *
evening makeup remover - use a soft cotton washcloth with warm (not hot) water and move in very gentle circles to loosen makeup from the face
evening cleanser - use after removing most of your makeup
evening deep clean - my holy grail. 100/10 recommend. it gets EVERY last bit of makeup off and leaves your skin and pores feeling so fresh. pro tip- cut the pads in half before adding the liquid solution to double how long they last.
evening lotion - when we have acne and oily skin, we tend to under-hydrate, but we actually need the extra hydration with all of the detoxing and acne-focused products we use
lip care - optional, but I love this and usually put it on when doing my makeup
morning cleanser - start gentle in the morning or after a makeup-free workout *
morning & evening eye gel - light and non-irritating for inflamed & acne prone skin
morning face lotion - light & refreshing to keep skin balanced *
spot treatment - use any time of day and/or as a weekly full face mask *
evening makeup remover - use a soft cotton washcloth with warm (not hot) water and move in very gentle circles to loosen makeup from the face
evening cleanser - this stuff is GOLD, it gets so much makeup off & lasts forever
evening deep clean - note: this is the lone arbonne product on the option 1 list, so it’s not on amazon. it’s my holy grail. 100/10 recommend. gets EVERY last bit of makeup off and leaves your skin/pores feeling so fresh and clean. pro tip- cut the pads in half before adding the liquid solution to double how long they last.
evening lotion - when we have acne and oily skin, we tend to under-hydrate, but we actually need the extra hydration with all of the detoxing and acne-focused products we use
lip care - totally optional, but I love this for both lips & cuticles and use it daily and keep it in my purse
Makeup
Your skin absorbs what goes on it in 26 seconds, and that gets into your bloodstream, which affects your overall health, detox pathways, and what your body has to then process and purge. It’s important that the products you’re wearing on your face all day are clean and safe, including makeup, and not going against your skin healing efforts. This is equally as important with SPF - you only want products that contain natural sunscreen (zinc oxide and/or titanium oxide).
Again, I want to stress that I have reviewed so many brands in depth. Currently, nothing compares to these two. Only the best for you!
Here are my top recommendations:
WEEK 5
clearstem mineral spf 50 - with a sheer tint to soften, this is my go-to if I’m not really doing my makeup but just need a quick something with brows & lashes. I like this liquid formula but they also have a powder spf 30 if you prefer.
arbonne sheer skin tint - you can add more coverage by applying & letting dry in light layers (right now I use a combo of light & medium because I tan - easy to blend together or use just 1 shade and add bronzer for color). this is my daily base lately for everyday makeup.
arbonne concealer - amazing product, buildable and blendable coverage - I use fair/light combo for eye brightening and light (match your skin/makeup tone) for hiding blemishes.
arbonne foundation - if you prefer more full coverage, also buildable - I use this more for full coverage makeup look & events.