The Diabetic Toolbox

Welcome to Part 3 of our Skincare Challenge for people living with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes! In this episode, Renee breaks down gentle cleansing, one of the most underestimated skincare steps, and how changing your shower and soap habits can help prevent dry, itchy, irritated skin.
Renee shares insight into why this topic is so close to her heart and how caring for your skin is a simple, affordable way to elevate your diabetes wellness journey.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why dry, itchy skin is so common with diabetes
✔️ How high blood sugar impacts your skin’s moisture barrier
✔️ The danger of hot showers and harsh soaps
✔️ Two easy skincare changes you can make today
✔️ Trusted cleanser brands for sensitive or diabetic skin
✔️ How Renee’s mother’s diabetes experience inspired this series and ebook
Resources Mentioned:
📘 Download the featured ebook:
Caring for Sensitive Skin with Diabetes: Tips and Solutions for a Healthier You
Pay-what-you-can pricing + includes 4 weeks of email support
👉 www.thediabetictoolbox.com
Listener Call to Action:
💬 Let us know in the comments: What’s your favorite gentle cleanser for sensitive or diabetic skin?
📤 Share this episode with someone you love—this simple shift could change their daily comfort and skin health.
🎧 Join us on Tuesday for Part 4, where we’ll talk about how to give your feet the love and attention they deserve.
Connect with Renee:
🌐 Website: www.thediabetictoolbox.com
🛍️ Shop: Renee & Ruby’s
🎙️ Subscribe to the podcast to help more families thrive!

Disclaimer:

The Diabetic Toolbox is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. Results may vary. By using this content, you accept full responsibility for your health decisions.



Creators and Guests

Host
Renee Reid M.Ed..
I’m your host, Renee Reid—award-winning podcaster, emotional eating and diabetes lifestyle coach, yoga teacher, and your midlife guide.This podcast is all about helping midlife women find their voice, improve their mental and physical health, and create a life they truly love—one peaceful, powerful step at a time.

What is The Diabetic Toolbox?

Welcome to The Diabetic Toolbox; our mission is to end type 2 diabetes one family at a time. If you have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, are prediabetic, or have a family history of type 2 diabetes, you, my friend, are in the right place. This show will give you tools and tips to help you lose weight naturally, heal your mindset, and strengthen your body through yoga and walking. Hosted by award-winning podcaster, Emotional Eating and Diabetes Lifestyle Coach, and yoga teacher Renee Reid Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediabetictoolbox/support