Ambassador for DWB

Jun 7

My Journey to becoming an ambassador for world-renowned dermatologist, Dr. Whitney Bowe

I wasn’t feeling good in my own skin – rosacea stings. Every day, I experienced brain fog, developed acne-like rashes around my chin, and my body rattled with stress. The holidays left me in a “holidaze” stuck in a loop of dieting, working out and overindulging.

Caring for my diva skin while promoting positivity felt like walking a tightrope, and I struggled to silence my inner dialogue. I forgot to take care of myself and burnt out - I lost my sparkle.

Dirty Looks by Dr Whitney Bowe.

When my skin got angrier, I picked up Dirty Looks (previously, The Beauty of Dirty Skin) by the internationally renowned dermatologist and research scientist Dr Whitney Bowe and learned about the connection between a healthy gut and clear, glowing skin. Our skin reflects our inner health, and skin conditions like rosacea are often rooted in gut inflammation – no wonder my skin was acting up.

Instead of relying on surface-level treatments to restore our glow, she takes a more functional approach that focuses on balancing the gut microbiome. Her pioneering research into the gut-skin-brain axis highlights the link between sleep, stress, diet, gut inflammation, and the health of your skin.

I started to follow her ‘prescription’ for self-care from the inside out: a three-week skin routine, her “Bowe Glow” meals and her DIY face mask recipes – all backed by science. Her signature “Bowe Glow Berry Smoothie” is delish! I managed to rid my body of the diet/sugar-free foods.

I managed stress levels by balancing my work/home life and following Dr Bowe’s suggested strategies to destress and unwind..I’ve even dabbled with meditation! I’m feeling more in control of my health, which has boosted my self-esteem and confidence.

After reading her book, I wanted to help other women take control of their skin and well-being. Throughout the pandemic, I obtained my certification as a master nutrition & wellness coach through The Nutritious Life Studio. I’ve fused my passion for science, education, skin, nutrition & wellness and launched Jess The Science Chic, LLC.