Stop The Breakout Spiral: The Real Root Causes Of Acne No One Talks About | Katie Stewart episode artwork

EPISODE · Nov 12, 2025 · 30 MIN

Stop The Breakout Spiral: The Real Root Causes Of Acne No One Talks About | Katie Stewart

from The Wellness Collective with Nat Kringoudis · host Nat Kringoudis

Acne can feel relentless, especially when nothing seems to work and you’ve already tried every product, cleanse, and prescription under the sun. Katie Stewart knows that struggle firsthand. Before founding Katie Stewart Wellness, she spent years in television hiding painful cystic acne behind makeup and studio lights while quietly battling the emotional toll behind the scenes.Katie and I sat down to unpack the real root causes of acne. We talked about the Five Acne-Clearing Pillars her team uses to guide women back to clear skin through gut health, detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system support, and nourishing skincare. Whether you’re a teen struggling with breakouts, a mum trying to help your daughter, or someone in your 40s facing unexpected skin flare-ups, there is something here for you.Katie’s story is raw and relatable, and her insights are grounded in what actually works. This isn’t about chasing quick fixes. It’s about understanding your body and giving it what it really needs to heal.Key TakeawaysAcne Is a Signal, Not a Surface Issue – True healing starts when we stop chasing quick fixes and start asking what our body is trying to say.The Pill Doesn’t Balance Hormones – It masks symptoms and shuts down communication between your brain and ovaries, often leading to bigger issues down the track.The Five Acne-Clearing Pillars Matter – Gut health, detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system support, and skin barrier care must all work together.Nervous System Healing Is Non-Negotiable – You can’t fully heal if your body doesn’t feel safe. Stress and trauma have a direct impact on your skin.Teen Skin Needs Simplicity, Not Stripping – Overuse of harsh products can backfire. Gentle, barrier-supportive skincare is key.Accutane Isn’t a Cure-All – Many women find their acne returns after medication. Addressing the root causes is what brings lasting change.Where to Find Our GuestKatie Stewart Wellness: https://katiestewartwellness.com/Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiestewartwellness/Katie on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/katie-stewart-wellnessLinks & Resources📷 Connect with Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis🌿 Join NK x The Membership – Your Wellness Sanctuary!Created by me to help women reclaim their body wisdom with expert support, exclusive resources, and a like-minded community.✨ What’s Inside?✔ Early access to new Masterclasses & Challenges✔ Unlimited access to 20+ Masterclasses & 25+ free ebooks✔ VIP perks—events, expert Q&As & private community✔ 20% off practitioner-grade supplements✔ Direct access to Nat via live Q&As & Facebook chat💖 Join today & take charge of your health!👉 Sign Up Now: https://natkringoudis.thrivecart.com/the-membership-x-nat-kringoudis/🔔 Don’t forget

Acne can feel relentless, especially when nothing seems to work and you’ve already tried every product, cleanse, and prescription under the sun. Katie Stewart knows that struggle firsthand. Before founding Katie Stewart Wellness, she spent years in television hiding painful cystic acne behind makeup and studio lights while quietly battling the emotional toll behind the scenes.Katie and I sat down to unpack the real root causes of acne. We talked about the Five Acne-Clearing Pillars her team uses to guide women back to clear skin through gut health, detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system support, and nourishing skincare. Whether you’re a teen struggling with breakouts, a mum trying to help your daughter, or someone in your 40s facing unexpected skin flare-ups, there is something here for you.Katie’s story is raw and relatable, and her insights are grounded in what actually works. This isn’t about chasing quick fixes. It’s about understanding your body and giving it what it really needs to heal.Key TakeawaysAcne Is a Signal, Not a Surface Issue – True healing starts when we stop chasing quick fixes and start asking what our body is trying to say.The Pill Doesn’t Balance Hormones – It masks symptoms and shuts down communication between your brain and ovaries, often leading to bigger issues down the track.The Five Acne-Clearing Pillars Matter – Gut health, detoxification, hormone balance, nervous system support, and skin barrier care must all work together.Nervous System Healing Is Non-Negotiable – You can’t fully heal if your body doesn’t feel safe. Stress and trauma have a direct impact on your skin.Teen Skin Needs Simplicity, Not Stripping – Overuse of harsh products can backfire. Gentle, barrier-supportive skincare is key.Accutane Isn’t a Cure-All – Many women find their acne returns after medication. Addressing the root causes is what brings lasting change.Where to Find Our GuestKatie Stewart Wellness: https://katiestewartwellness.com/Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiestewartwellness/Katie on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/katie-stewart-wellnessLinks & Resources📷 Connect with Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natkringoudis🌿 Join NK x The Membership – Your Wellness Sanctuary!Created by me to help women reclaim their body wisdom with expert support, exclusive resources, and a like-minded community.✨ What’s Inside?✔ Early access to new Masterclasses & Challenges✔ Unlimited access to 20+ Masterclasses & 25+ free ebooks✔ VIP perks—events, expert Q&As & private community✔ 20% off practitioner-grade supplements✔ Direct access to Nat via live Q&As & Facebook chat💖 Join today & take charge of your health!👉 Sign Up Now: https://natkringoudis.thrivecart.com/the-membership-x-nat-kringoudis/🔔 Don’t forget

NOW PLAYING

Stop The Breakout Spiral: The Real Root Causes Of Acne No One Talks About | Katie Stewart

0:00 30:28

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Big Old Life: Heather Blackbird interviews people on planet earth. Heather Blackbird loves asking questions. This podcast is a learning experience. Join me, Heather Blackbird, as I talk to people about their lives. Frequency of new episodes is a little all over the place and I'm learning as I go. Big Old Life is a small way of talking about the vastness of life, one person at a time. If you are reading this or found this podcast it's probably because someone you know gave you a link to it. :) Explicit Tales Of A Superstar DJ The Insomniac Spun seemingly out of nowhere from her complacent life in the corporate world, turned seemingly overnight from 16-Hour shift work and into the life of a literally starving artist and working musician, The Protagonist navigates her supposed rise to fame and superstardom on a journey through spiritual awakening, coming-of-age, and intimate self-realization--guided by an omnipresent force and equipped with the power of love, magic, and music. {Enter The Multiverse.} [The Festival Project] The Festival Project, Inc.™ is a multidimensional multimedia platform which encompasses exploratory and artistic social personifications and expressions on cosmic theory, spirituality, growth, health & wellness, philosophy and theoretic dynamics in entertainment such as music, design, film, television, radio, dance and festival culture, art, fashion, literature, and science. The Festival Project™ and its subsidiary Non-Profit, The Collective Complex © aims to challenge modern artistic and philosop Explicit Bitcoin Is Dead Trey Carson Welcome to Bitcoin is Dead, the ultimate Bitcoin variety show where host Trey takes you on a journey through the ever-evolving world of Bitcoin. Each episode brings new personalities, fascinating locations, and insightful conversations with politicians, educators, and innovators shaping the future of Bitcoin. Whether you're a seasoned Bitcoiner or just starting your journey, tune in for thought-provoking discussions, unique perspectives, and a deep dive into the ideas and people driving the Bitcoin revolution. Explicit The Sacred +Profane Podcast nephtaragrace The Sacred + Profane Podcast is a provocative conversation dedicated to cementing a better future for all. We specialize in unpacking the nuances of what is considered sacred and profane, particularly focusing on sex, death, and all that pertains to the circle of life. Our aim in focusing on such ”taboo” subject matter is to demystify what is unconscious, bring to light what has been known for centuries as ”the occult,” and empower the rapid transformation that is occurring on the Planet. Explicit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Wellness Collective with Nat Kringoudis?

This episode is 30 minutes long.

When was this The Wellness Collective with Nat Kringoudis episode published?

This episode was published on November 12, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Acne can feel relentless, especially when nothing seems to work and you’ve already tried every product, cleanse, and prescription under the sun. Katie Stewart knows that struggle firsthand. Before founding Katie Stewart Wellness, she spent years in...

Can I download this The Wellness Collective with Nat Kringoudis episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!