If you've tried everything for your skin and you're wondering whether a holistic, root-cause approach is worth your money, this episode is the honest gut-check no one gives you.
In this episode, Katie and Cris get real about something most practitioners won't say out loud: the holistic, inside-out approach to clearing acne isn't for everyone. After more than a decade and thousands of clients, they break down exactly who this kind of work fits and who it doesn't, from the mindset traits that predict results to the patterns that quietly sabotage them. They cover why this isn't a quick supplement swap, why "busy" isn't the disqualifier you think it is, and what a realistic clearing timeline actually looks like. If you want to make sure you're spending your money on something that'll actually help, this one's for you.
In This Episode We Cover
- Why the holistic acne approach works beautifully for some people and falls flat for others.
- The three traits Katie and Cris see in every client who gets great results.
- Why "I've tried everything and nothing works" is the mindset most likely to keep you stuck.
- How self-sabotage and staying comfortable in your discomfort quietly block your skin progress.
- Why this work leans more on lifestyle than on food or supplements (and why that surprises people).
- The realistic clearing timeline, from the 6-week anomalies to the clients who needed two years.
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- Ready to start? Clearer Skin in 30 Days is your next step.
- Need one-on-one help? The Clear Skin Solution includes an HTMA for every client plus custom protocols and support for your whole six-month journey.
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What is Keep It Clear?
Struggling with acne, hormones, or gut issues that no one seems to explain in plain English? Keep It Clear is the podcast that cuts through the noise. ✨
Hosted by Registered Holistic Nutritionists and acne experts Katie Stewart and Cris Brown, who've helped 3,000+ clients across 15+ countries clear their skin from the inside out.
Every episode breaks down what your skin and body actually need, across the 5 things that drive breakouts: gut health, detoxification, hormonal balance, nervous system regulation, and nourishing skincare. You'll get practical tips, real client stories, and clinical answers to the questions you've been Googling at 1am. 💜
Because clear isn't just about your skin. It's about feeling confident, balanced, and aligned in every part of your health.
In a world that makes women's health way too complicated, this show keeps it simple: clear skin, clear body, clear mind, clear life. Tune in and let's Keep It Clear.
(Formerly The Clear Skin Chronicles.)
💻 Website: katiestewartwellness.com
📱 Instagram: @katiestewartwellness