The Beauty I Live In

Beauty You Can Eat: Nutrition, Skin and the Microbiome

In this episode of The Beauty I Live In, we open a deep and essential conversation about the relationship between food, skin, and emotional well-being. Begoña Sanjuán shares her personal journey, reflecting on how food can become control or punishment — and how it can also transform into a powerful ally for beauty and balance. Together with Laura Brañas — dietitian, functional nutritionist, and expert in Psychoneuroimmunology — we explore how what we eat translates into biological signals that directly impact the skin, the microbiota, and the mind. In this episode, you’ll discover: * Why our relationship with food inevitably shows on the skin. * How fasting and conscious nutritional choices activate cellular repair processes such as autophagy. * The key role of the gut–brain–skin axis in inflammation, aging, and skin resilience. * Which dietary patterns and foods send real signals of balance and vitality to the skin. This episode is not about diets or restriction. It’s about listening, biological signals, and liberation. A reminder that beauty can be eaten — not in calories, but in information that speaks directly to our cells. This podcast is an original creation by Ayuna • Less is Beauty. Production, script, editing, and sound design: Romina Hakim [https://rominahakim.com/] Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/romina-hakim/]

La Belleza que se Come: Nutrición, Piel y Microbiota

En este episodio de The Beauty I Live In, abrimos una conversación profunda y necesaria sobre la relación entre alimentación, piel y bienestar emocional. Begoña Sanjuán comparte, desde la experiencia personal, cómo la comida puede convertirse en control, castigo o desconexión… y cómo también puede transformarse en una poderosa aliada de belleza y equilibrio. Junto a Laura Brañas —dietista, nutricionista funcional y experta en Psiconeuroinmunología— exploramos cómo lo que comemos se traduce en señales biológicas que impactan directamente en la piel, la microbiota y la mente. A lo largo del episodio descubrirás: * Por qué la relación con la comida se refleja inevitablemente en la piel. * Cómo el ayuno, la restricción consciente y la calidad nutricional activan procesos de reparación celular como la autofagia. * El papel clave del eje intestino–cerebro–piel en la inflamación, el envejecimiento y la resiliencia cutánea. * Qué patrones alimentarios y alimentos envían señales reales de equilibrio y bienestar a la piel. Este episodio no habla de dietas ni de control, sino de escucha, señales y liberación. Una invitación a comprender que la belleza también se come: no en calorías, sino en información biológica que dialoga con nuestras células. Este podcast es una creación original de Ayuna • Less is Beauty. Producción, guion, edición y diseño sonoro: Romina Hakim⁠ [https://rominahakim.com/] ⁠Linkedin⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/romina-hakim/]

Transparent Beauty: Beyond Green and Clean Labels

In this episode of The Beauty I Live In, we dive into a pressing and essential topic: true transparency in sustainable beauty. Isabel and Begoña challenge common myths of greenwashing and clean beauty, showing that real sustainability is not about logos or marketing claims—it’s a chain of ethical and scientific decisions. You’ll learn: * Why “natural” doesn’t always mean safe or clean. * How sustainability is measured across the entire product lifecycle: ingredients, water, energy, packaging, and communication. * Which certifications and practices truly reflect a brand’s commitment beyond surface-level claims. This episode is your guide to instantly recognizing whether a product is genuinely sustainable or just playing with your eco-consciousness. This podcast is an original creation by Ayuna • Less is Beauty. Production, script, editing, and sound design: Romina Hakim⁠ [https://rominahakim.com/] ⁠Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/romina-hakim/]

Belleza Transparente: Más allá del Green y del Clean

En este episodio de The Beauty I Live In nos adentramos en un tema urgente y necesario: la transparencia en la cosmética sostenible. Isabel y Begoña cuestionan los grandes mitos del greenwashing y del clean beauty, demostrando que la verdadera sostenibilidad no es un logo ni un reclamo de marketing, sino una cadena de decisiones éticas y científicas. A través de ejemplos claros y casos prácticos, descubrirás: * Por qué “natural” no siempre significa seguro ni limpio. * Cómo la sostenibilidad se mide en todo el ciclo de vida de un producto: ingredientes, agua, energía, envases y comunicación. * Qué certificaciones y prácticas avalan un compromiso real, más allá de las etiquetas. Este episodio es una guía para aprender a identificar en segundos si un producto es verdaderamente sostenible o si solo juega con tu conciencia ecológica. Este podcast es una creación original de Ayuna • Less is Beauty. Producción, guion, edición y diseño sonoro: Romina Hakim [https://rominahakim.com/] Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/romina-hakim/]

Mental Beauty: The Skin–Brain Connection

In this episode of The Beauty I Live In, we explore a groundbreaking concept in conscious cosmetics: Mental Beauty. Isabel and Begoña dive into the profound connection between skin and brain, revealing how every thought, emotion, and intentional gesture of self-care can impact not only appearance but also psychological well-being. Through clinical studies, real-life cases, and the philosophy of Well•Aging, you’ll discover that beauty goes far beyond what we see in the mirror. There is a Neuroglow—a visible radiance born from emotional balance and mindful rituals that transform ordinary routines into extraordinary acts of care. We’ll talk about the psychoeducation of beauty, the power of rituals like the “I Love You” massage, the impact of fragrance on the limbic system, and how mindful skincare can reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and strengthen the skin barrier. This is not just another beauty conversation—it’s an invitation to reconcile with your skin, to transform your routine into a sensory experience, and to discover the beauty that already lives within you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode * What Mental Beauty really means and how it differs from traditional beauty care. * The scientific evidence behind the skin–emotion connection and how stress accelerates skin aging. * The concept of Neuroglow: a visible radiance that begins with emotional well-being. * Clinical evidence proving the power of mindful application in boosting self-esteem and psychological health. * Simple practices to turn your daily skincare into a ritual of conscious self-care. This podcast is an original creation by Ayuna • Less is Beauty. Production, script, editing, and sound design: Romina Hakim⁠ [https://rominahakim.com/] ⁠Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/romina-hakim/]