“I tried so many products... This is the only thing that cleared my skin.”

We’re a company of skincare obsessives (you’ll never find us using a makeup wipe or grainy, skin-stripping scrubs!) and we all love talking about our skincare routines.

Our Social Media Coordinator, Grace, shares her experience with problem skin – and the solutions that finally worked for her.

How was your skin feeling before??

My skin was constantly irritated and prone to breakouts. I tried so many different products and spent so much money, but nothing seemed to work. The more products I tried, the more my skin would freak out! It was frustrating because despite maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise, my skin remained problematic.

Has your understanding of skin health evolved since your time at iiaa?

I've been at iiaa for one year, and what I've learnt has *transformed* my skin.

I learned that a healthy gut and skin barrier are essential for great skin. I simplified my routine, focusing on powerful ingredients like topical and ingestible Vitamin A, and began incorporating gut-friendly bacteria to my diet. I saw results very quickly after that; I highly recommend Advanced Nutrition Programme and Environ products!

What is your current skincare routine to maintain results??

I try not to introduce too many new products, but stick to a basic routine that mainly focuses on Vitamin A to keep my skin barrier strong. This includes daily supplements, cleansing every evening and retinol serums. When I need extra hydration (as retinol can be drying) my go-to is hyaluronic acid ??

How is your skin feeling now? What is the difference??

My skin feels so much healthier now - balanced, hydrated, and much less reactive. I rarely get breakouts anymore, and my complexion is more even. But the biggest difference for me is the confidence I feel in my natural skin! ??

What’s a bad skincare habit you would never do now you work for iiaa??

Not listen to the trends! Do your research, and stick to a routine that works for you ??