44. Skin as a Messenger: A Root-Cause Look at Women's Hormonal Health with Kari Collins

Your skin changes every week of the month — and your skincare routine has no idea. This month's guest explains why. Kari Collins spent decades in the beauty industry — salons, med spas, skincare with plastic surgeons — before a health crisis in her late 30s forced her to stop and listen to what her body had been saying all along. Now a board-certified holistic health practitioner with the ANMCB and co-founder of True Femme Collective, she's on a mission to change how women think about their skin, their cycles, and the "types" the beauty aisle has been selling them. In this episode: - Why "no woman can ever say I just have oily skin" — and the four phases your skincare routine is ignoring - The menstruation research that convinced Kari most skin issues trace back to one root cause - What happens to your skin when estrogen shows up (and the ancient wisdom behind Kari's "wise era") - The 5-minute habit that starts decoding what your skin is telling you — this month - The family healing story behind True Femme Collective Plus: this month's Practice Pointer on two words that sound interchangeable but define your entire professional relationship. Which one are you using? Explore Kari's work, Sacred Silk, and her research library at truefemmecollective.com ANMA 45th Annual Convention & Educational Seminar August 28–30, 2026 — Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino Join the natural health community for education, connection, and professional growth. Hear from leading voices in natural health, explore the exhibit hall, earn CEUs, and connect with professionals from across the country. Register and book your room at anma.org/convention Connect with us: Stay tuned for updates on the 45th Annual ANMA Convention at anma.org American Naturopathic Medical Association: ⁠https://www.anma.org⁠ American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board: ⁠https://www.anmcb.org⁠ American Naturopathic Medical Accreditation Board: ⁠https://www.anmab.org⁠ Society of Complementary Alternative and Holistic Practitioners: https://www.scahp.org Email: [admin@anma.org](mailto:admin@anma.org) This podcast is produced by Espresso Podcast Production: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Consult your doctor before implementing any information shared. Views expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect ANMA or ANMCB positions.