The SL Guide To: The Gut–Skin Connection
While topical skincare plays an essential role in hydrated dewy skin, the real secret starts with our gut health.
The gut–skin axis is a sophisticated communication network linking your digestive health to your skin health. When your gut is imbalanced, often due to stress, poor diet, or antibiotic use, it can lead to systemic inflammation. And where does inflammation show up first? Your skin: in the form of dullness, breakouts, sensitivity, or that elusive, “off” feeling even when your routine is perfect.
At SL, we believe skin care should honour both science and intuition. Glowing skin isn’t just about what you apply, it’s also about what your body can absorb, repair, and regenerate. To support your skin from the inside out, focus on these 3 foundational steps:
1. Feed Your Flora
Your microbiome is your skin’s silent partner - invisible, essential, and constantly working to keep inflammation at bay. Support it daily by incorporating fermented foods like kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut or miso. These probiotic-rich foods help balance digestion, improve nutrient absorption, and reduce the internal inflammation that often manifests as breakouts, dryness, or dullness.
To support the skin’s surface microbiome in tandem, apply a layer of our Barrier Balance Cream, a calming, jelly-cream moisturiser and primer in one, designed to reinforce the skin barrier and seal in hydration without heaviness.
1. Feed Your Flora
Your microbiome is your skin’s silent partner - invisible, essential, and constantly working to keep inflammation at bay. Support it daily by incorporating fermented foods like kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut or miso. These probiotic-rich foods help balance digestion, improve nutrient absorption, and reduce the internal inflammation that often manifests as breakouts, dryness, or dullness.
To support the skin’s surface microbiome in tandem, apply a layer of our Barrier Balance Cream, a calming, jelly-cream moisturiser and primer in one, designed to reinforce the skin barrier and seal in hydration without heaviness.
2. Drink to Digest
Begin each morning with a glass of warm lemon water to gently wake the digestive system. Throughout the day, prioritise hydrating with filtered water, herbal teas, and electrolyte-rich additions like coconut water or chia seeds. When your gut is well-hydrated, your skin is better equipped to retain moisture and regulate oil production - the result? Balanced, bouncy skin with an inner glow.
For extra hydration support, layer on our Super Hydration Serum, formulated with multi-molecular hyaluronic acid to drench the skin's deeper layers and boost your natural moisture reserves from the outside in.
2. Drink to Digest
Begin each morning with a glass of warm lemon water to gently wake the digestive system. Throughout the day, prioritise hydrating with filtered water, herbal teas, and electrolyte-rich additions like coconut water or chia seeds. When your gut is well-hydrated, your skin is better equipped to retain moisture and regulate oil production - the result? Balanced, bouncy skin with an inner glow.
For extra hydration support, layer on our Super Hydration Serum, formulated with multi-molecular hyaluronic acid to drench the skin's deeper layers and boost your natural moisture reserves from the outside in.
3. Support with Bitter Greens + Fibre
Digestive bitters like rocket, dandelion, and radicchio encourage bile flow, which helps the body break down fats and absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for skin health. Pair this with plenty of fibre from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains for smooth digestion and decrease bloating. Because a healthy gut environment encourages clearer skin and a more even tone.
3. Support with Bitter Greens + Fibre
Digestive bitters like rocket, dandelion, and radicchio encourage bile flow, which helps the body break down fats and absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for skin health. Pair this with plenty of fibre from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains for smooth digestion and decrease bloating. Because a healthy gut environment encourages clearer skin and a more even tone.
Support your gut and honour your skin. Love SL xx
