Skin Care is Health Care — When Your Skin Reacts, It’s Trying to Tell You Something

In this episode of Where Science Meets Self-Care with Ida Fanelli, Ida Fanelli sits down with Avra Fillion, owner and guardian of Zanqara Skin Care, a holistic, farm-based skincare line trusted for decades. Avra shares the deeply personal story behind Zanqara — a legacy shaped by her father’s background in chemistry, her mother’s holistic esthetic training, and her own lived experience with autoimmune illness. Together, they explore a philosophy that challenges conventional beauty norms and places skin health at the center of overall well-being. In this conversation, you’ll learn: Why mixing skincare lines can trigger inflammation and reactionsThe difference between a traditional esthetician and a dermaticianHow autoimmune conditions influence skincare formulationThe importance of farm-grown, ethically sourced ingredientsReal client stories that reflect profound skin healingWhy clean, vegan, cruelty-free skincare matters more than ever Avra also shares how life on the farm — raising animals and cultivating medicinal plants — has transformed her understanding of skin health and strengthened Zanqara’s commitment to integrity, education, and compassionate care. While labels and regulatory compliance may evolve, Zanqara’s heart, mission, and formulations remain unchanged. ✨ Exclusive Listener Offer Use code IDA10 to receive 10% off your first Zanqara purchase. Shop at: https://www.zanqara.ca and www.zanqara.com 📍 Retail locations: Text 705-888-5032 🎓 Professional training & education: Apply via the Zanqara website 🎧 About the Show Where Science Meets Self-Care with Ida Fanelli explores the intersection of evidence-based skin science, holistic wellness, and compassionate care — empowering you to make informed, healing-centered choices for your skin and health. 🌿 Learn more: https://www.estheticsbyida.com 🔗 All links: https://www.linktr.ee/idafanelli