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How Perimenopause and Autoimmune Conditions Impact Skin Health in Women Over 40 with Indie Lee

Understanding the skin changes women experience in their 40s and beyond, and how perimenopause and autoimmune conditions can affect overall skin health.

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[Recorded video is 71 minutes - timestamps below in addition to the transcript.]

One of the most talked about topics amongst women over 40 is around skin care. It impacts our self-esteem, but also is an indicator of your overall health. How?

About Indie Lee

You can listen to 10 minutes about Indie’s journey from working at a Big 6 firm to battling a brain tumor to starting a clean skin care brand. What I want to point out is Indie’s determination was something that was apparent when we met in late August, 1989 back at SUNY Oswego. We lived two doors down from each other and ended up being roommates off-campus for junior and senior years (she got a break when I studied abroad for a semester).

Indie decided to take a scary and intimidating health situation, and turn it into something where she could make a difference. While it seems glamorous to have your name and brand featured in places such as Nordstrom, Credo, Bluemercury and many other boutiques throughout the globe (yep, she’s global), it was a ton of blood, sweat and tears.

We cover some of this at the beginning of the talk but mostly we talk about how skin care is impacted by autoimmune challenges and perimenopause. We tried to get to as many questions as possible that were submitted, but came up short.

In the coming months, we’ll do some IG Lives where we get into more of your questions — especially how to handle how your skin reacts to the seasons changing, hormonal shifts, and all of the things.

NOTE: Indie is not a medical professional, nor is Jill. Before starting any kind of program, always check with your own medical team first.


Major Topics Covered

  • Skincare can reflect underlying health issues, making it essential to pay

    attention to skin changes.

  • The supplements market lacks regulation, making it crucial to research

    before purchasing.

  • Retinol can irritate sensitive skin; alternatives may provide similar

    benefits without side effects.

  • Cleansing is a vital step in any skincare routine, regardless of makeup use.

  • Understanding the difference between moisturizing and hydrating is key

    to effective skincare.

  • Ingredient transparency is essential for making informed skincare

    choices. Many resources are available to evaluate the safety of beauty

    products.

  • Corporate acquisitions can alter product formulations significantly.

  • Hydration plays a vital role in skin health.

  • Concealers can effectively address dark circles.

  • Sunscreen is essential, even indoors.

  • Establishing boundaries is key to preventing burnout.

  • Self-care routines should be prioritized, even in busy lives.

  • A consistent wind-down routine aids in better sleep.

  • Creating space in your schedule is important for mental health.

Go Long recommends listening to the entire podcast for context, but knows you are all busy people so below you will see timestamps.

Ways to Connect with Indie

Other Topics Mentioned

  • Go Long listeners can use this code for a 20% discount through the end of 2024: GOLONG20

  • Shops that have clean beauty brands: Credo, Detox Market, Aillea, Citrine, and Bluemercury

  • Clean mascara brands: Sweed Cloud Mascara, TOK, MOB Beauty

  • Where to find clean beauty brands - Credo, Aillea or Detox Market

  • Key certifications to look for in clean brands: COSMOS, Soil Association, Eco-Cert, and USDA Organic (hit and miss) 

Ways to Connect with Go Long

Quick Takeaways

Indie: You need to do your homework on the brands you use, whether it is skin care or supplements. Understanding which treatments are regulated by the FDA and which are is critical. Items that are not regulated by the FDA can say whatever they want and even if they are caught, the penalties are slim to none.

Get educated and work on your wind-down routine!

Jill: So many myths debunked. Oily skin doesn’t need oil - false. You don’t need sunscreen indoors - false. Get to a dermatologist for a baseline skin cancer screening so you can understand your risk and learn how small adjustments on skin care can have a huge impact on your overall health.

Timestamps

0:00 Introduction to Skincare and Wellness

01:27 Indie's Journey: From Accounting to Skincare

05:07 Facing Health Challenges: A Turning Point

11:41 The Connection Between Skincare and Health

14:27 Navigating Supplements and Diet for Wellness

22:02 Retinol vs. Alternatives: Understanding Skincare Ingredients

26:06 Essential Skincare Routines for Busy Lives

35:03 Evaluating Clean Beauty Products and Resources

40:59 The Impact of Corporate Acquisitions on Clean Beauty

44:08 Navigating Ingredient Transparency and Regulation

48:00 Addressing Dark Circles and Skin Care Tips

50:34 Sunscreen Solutions for Active Lifestyles

54:51 Establishing Boundaries to Combat Burnout

01:00:22 The Importance of Sleep and Wind Down Routines

01:10:17 Navigating Supplements and Health Concerns