81. Why Nervous System Regulation Might Be Why You're Still Breaking Out: Stress, Acne and How To Actually Heal

81. Why Nervous System Regulation Might Be Why You're Still Breaking Out: Stress, Acne and How To Actually Heal

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam! This week we are getting into something that is honestly the underbelly of so much of what we talk about on this podcast... nervous system regulation. And more specifically, what it actually has to do with your skin. Nicola breaks down how a dysregulated nervous system triggers inflammation, ramps up oil production, and sends your skin into full overdrive. Plus, why stress is not always the enemy (yes, really) and what happens in your body when it tips out of balance. We also get into: * Why 80% of PT skin health intakes mark stress as high... and why working out might not be the fix you think it is * The direct AND indirect ways stress leads to breakouts * What Nicola actually feels on the facial table when a client's nervous system is dysregulated * Why our digital habits are a bigger deal than we want to admit * Practical ways to start calming your system down without overhauling your entire life If you've been doing everything right and still breaking out, this one might be the missing piece. As always, tag us, share with a friend who needs to hear it, and leave us a five star review if you're loving the pod!

80. How to Calm Inflamed, Acne-Prone Skin: The Pacific Touch Clear & Calm Sheet Mask is Finally Here

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam! Our baby has officially arrived. The very first Pacific Touch product, the PT Clear and Calm biocellulose sheet mask, is OUT and we are riding this high together. In today's episode we pull back the curtain on all of it. The origin story (spoiler: it started with a Belmondo and a "what if"), the formulation, the ingredients doing the actual work (Manuka honey!! a peptide that brings down reactivity like nothing else!! licorice root!! calendula!!), and yes... the typo. We are airing our laundry. We put our foot down, we reprinted, and we are SO glad we did. We also get into who this mask is really for, why biocellulose is a non-negotiable, and how to get the most out of every last drop of serum in the packet. If you have been here for the journey, this one is for you. Shop the Clear & Calm Sheet Mask here [https://pacifictouchnyc.com/products/pacific-touch-clear-calm-mask?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=web]

79. Summer Skin State of the Union: SPF, Sweat, and Keeping Your Skin Clear All Season

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam! Summer is HERE, and we are calling in the era of sexy summer skin. On today's episode, Nichola breaks down everything you need to know to transition your routine into the warmer months... from editing down your winter hydration layers, to keeping your acne-fighting actives in rotation (yes, even when it's hot). We get into the great SPF debate (spoiler: acne-prone people, we need to talk), what a gel moisturizer actually does to your skin barrier, and why the whole "my skin is better in summer" thing is kind of a myth. Plus, Nichola's protocol for a long day in the sun, lycopene loading post-beach, and her thoughts on the baseball hat situation. We close it out with a rapid fire round covering SPF 30 vs 50, retinol in summer (the real answer), Lift and Glow vs Lighten and Brighten, mineral vs chemical, and more. PLUS... our Clear and Calm sheet masks are officially launching next week, June 2nd. You all are going to fall in LOVE! Tag us in your PT mask moments this summer. Let's make it a thing.

78. Fungal Acne 101: What It Is, Common Misconceptions, And The Pacific Touch Routine That Can Actually Treat It

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam! This week, Nichola and I are getting into fungal acne. And I mean really getting into it. Because I cannot tell you how many times we see clients who have been treating the wrong thing for months (sometimes years) without knowing it. We cover:✨ What Malassezia folliculitis actually is and why "fungal acne" is a bit of a misnomer✨ The visual clues that separate it from regular acne✨ Why the dandruff shampoo hack all over social actually makes things worse, not better✨ Whether cleansing oils really cause fungal acne (Nichola's answer will surprise you, and it involves a petri dish)✨ The connection between antibiotics prescribed for acne and yeast overgrowth✨ What the PT routine looks like for treating it, including where Sieve Microbiome Balancing Serum and Eruption Emulsion come in✨ Why summer is prime season for it and how to stay ahead of it✨ When it makes sense to see a dermatologist, and what to do after the quick fix✨ And whether it can come back (it can, but a strong barrier is your best defence) Nichola breaks it all down the way only she can. This one is packed!!📲 Book a Pacific Touch Method Facial [https://dashboard.boulevard.io/booking/businesses/22668937-4b24-4354-8619-a2ed3243c2c8/widget?path=%2Fcart%2Fmenu%2FServices%2Fs_fa0b0838-72cb-44ff-9a62-588d8e63ce5c&locationId=1163e43c-d83e-4831-bd35-fc999a0f1974&visitType=SELF_VISIT]🔗 Find us: @pacifictouchnyc | @skintalktuesdaypodcast

77. Is K-Beauty Good For Acne-Prone Skin? What Actually Works, What To Skip, And What Your Skin Really Needs

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam! K-beauty is everywhere right now, and if you have acne-prone skin you have probably wondered whether it is actually for you. In this episode, Mary sits down with Nichola to give an honest, unfiltered take on the Korean skincare craze. They cover where the wave is really coming from, whether 10-step routines are necessary or just brilliant marketing, and what Korean brands are genuinely doing better than the West. Nichola shares why she thinks the K-beauty fixation will eventually swing like every trend before it, and why that does not mean you should ignore it entirely. They dig into the real differences between a K-beauty routine and an acne-prone routine, why Korean skincare is largely focused on pigmentation and hydration rather than acne treatment, and what that means for anyone shopping the trend with breakout-prone skin. Nichola also explains why "non-comedogenic" claims mean nothing, what to actually look for on an ingredient deck, and why fragrance and citrus oil extracts are your first red flag. Plus, the episode wraps with a rapid fire Worth It or Skip It on the biggest K-beauty trends right now, including glass skin, slugging, pimple patches, LED masks, double cleansing and more. In this episode: * The K-Beauty craze: is it here to stay? * Is Korean skincare actually formulated for western and acne-prone skin? * The real reason less is more, and when more is actually strategic * What to check on the ingredient deck before you buy anything * Fragrance, citrus oils and the ingredients to avoid * How Pacific Touch brought the best of K-beauty into the Lift and Glow facial * Worth It or Skip It: glass skin, slugging, pimple patches, LED masks, sheet masks and more Book your Lift & Glow Facial [https://dashboard.boulevard.io/booking/businesses/22668937-4b24-4354-8619-a2ed3243c2c8/widget?path=%2Fcart%2Fmenu%2FServices%2Fs_995f0ace-01f9-45f7-ba07-2c4b0780e531&locationId=1163e43c-d83e-4831-bd35-fc999a0f1974&visitType=SELF_VISIT] Shop the 24k Gold Mask [https://pacifictouchnyc.com/products/hop-24k-gold-volumizing-plla-sheet-mask]