There are moments when you catch your reflection and something feels different. Your eyes look more tired. The darkness underneath seems deeper. Your face does not look as bright as it used to.

In this episode, we begin there.

I talk about why the area around the eyes is often one of the first places to show stress, poor sleep, dehydration, and the pace you have been living at. We also look at why dark circles are not always about age or genetics, and why they so often return when the real reasons behind them are never addressed at home.

In this episode, we explore:

• why your face can reveal what is happening inside
• why dark circles are often a signal, not just a cosmetic issue
• how stress, poor sleep, and dehydration affect the face
• what lymphatic congestion under the eyes can look like
• why one-size-fits-all advice can only take you so far

If you’d like my support in revamping your home care routine and understanding what your skin really needs, my Skin Aging Rx small group class may be the right next step.

Request to enroll in the next Skin Aging Rx cohort:

https://skinagingrx.com

Welcome to Your Face Story — a podcast for women who want a simpler, more thoughtful, and more natural way to care for their skin.

I’m Yolanda Russo, holistic skin care expert, and I created this space to help you understand why your skin is changing and what it may truly need.

If you’ve been trying the products, following the routines, and still wondering why your skin looks tired or why nothing seems to really work, you are not alone.

In this podcast, we look beneath the surface. We explore how stress, sleep, posture, daily habits, lifestyle, and self-care can all shape what you see in the mirror. Because your skin is not separate from the rest of you.

Here, I’ll help you understand the root causes behind skin concerns and skin aging, so you can begin to support your skin more naturally, with more clarity and less overwhelm.

And if you’d like my support in revamping your home care routine and understanding what your skin really needs, I invite you to explore my small group Skin Aging Rx class.

🌿 Skin Aging Rx Program: https://skinagingrx.com

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— Yolanda

Did you know that your mindset and emotions directly impact your skin? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Delia McCabe, a neuroscientist specializing in the brain-skin connection, to explore how stress, emotions, and daily habits shape the way we look and feel.

Dr. McCabe explains:

🧠 The science behind stress and skin aging—how chronic stress leads to inflammation, breakouts, and premature aging

💆‍♀️ Why nervous system regulation is key to maintaining a youthful, glowing complexion

🌿 How self-care rituals can reset your skin and mind, helping you shift from survival mode to inner radiance

We also dive into practical strategies to calm your nervous system, reduce stress-related skin issues, and create daily routines that support both mental and skin health.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have science-backed insights and actionable steps to achieve calm, confidence, and glowing skin—no matter what life throws your way.

🎧 Tune in and discover how to cultivate a mindful approach to beauty, well-being, and resilience!

📩 Connect with Dr. Delia McCabe: dmccabe@me.com

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