Skin | Earth | Vitality

Emily Davis
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Looking to learn more about holistic skincare, herbalism, and whole-body vitality? Tune in for expert advice, tips, and interviews with experts in the field. We cover everything from the science of the skin and natural skincare ingredients to lifestyle shifts that connect us more deeply to our natural environment, to how your natural vibrant beauty can shine brightly through your skin. Join us on our journey to discover the power of vitalism. stratum.substack.com

  1. Sep 7

    113. Can Caring for Your Nose Change Your Face?

    In this episode of the Ayurveda daily habit series, we're exploring two ancient practices for tending the sinus cavity neti and nasya. We'll talk about why the nose matters for far more than simply moving air, including smell, breath, sensory perception, nervous system regulation, sleep, and even the way we use the muscles and tissues of the face. Then I'll walk you through how I personally incorporate neti and nasya into my morning routine, including how to use a neti pot safely and why Ayurveda follows cleansing with nourishment.   My favorite neti salt: https://paavaniayurveda.com/products/aromatic-neti-salt Pavaani nasya oil: Nasya Oil Banyan super nasya oil: Super Nasya Oil   Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

  2. Aug 31

    112. Train Your Body + Mind Every Morning: Warm Water, Meditation, Movement

    In this episode of the Dinacharya series, we're looking at the Ayurvedic “morning reset”: warm water, morning elimination, meditation and prayer, movement, and morning light. We’ll explore why Ayurveda places so much importance on when we do things, how our daily rhythms interact with digestion, mental clarity and energy, and why these practices aren't about adding another wellness checklist to your life. They're about tending yourself so you have greater capacity to turn outward toward your work, relationships, purpose and service. Additional Episode Resources:  73. Bright Nights, Dim Days: How Circadian Disruption Affects Your Skin Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

  3. Aug 24

    111. Why You Should Scrape Your Tongue Every Morning: Digestion Starts in the Mouth

    Today we're kicking off the daily habit series with the easiest habit of all: tongue scraping. We're getting into why Ayurveda has recommended this morning practice for thousands of years, what your tongue can tell you about digestion, and how tongue scraping supports taste, saliva, oral health, and the very beginning of the digestive process. I'm also walking you through exactly how I tongue scrape,  and the rest of my Ayurvedic-inspired morning oral care routine, including herbal tooth tablets, flossing, and oil pulling. Want more?  👅 Pick Up Your Tongue Scraper Here Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

  4. Aug 17

    110. Juicy on Purpose: Why Your Daily Rhythm Is the Real Glow-Up

    If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt like you looked old or felt a draw toward Botox even though you aren't sure that's the answer for you... Instead of trying to look younger, this episode shares the introduction to have to look and feel more alive.     This is the first episode in my newest mini-series.  We're exploring dinacharya, the Ayurvedic practice of daily routine, and why tending yourself every day isn't about turning wellness into a part-time job. It's about rhythm, relationship with the body, and creating the conditions that give you more capacity for your actual life. Plus, why these simple daily practices might change the way you experience your skin, beauty, and aging. Prep for next week by purchasing your copper tongue scraper here.  Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

  5. Aug 3

    109. Perioral Dermatitis, Acne & Why I Reach for Neem

    If you've ever dealt with angry breakouts, perioral dermatitis, weepy eczema, or skin that feels hot, inflamed, and impossible to calm, you've probably been willing to do just about anything to get rid of it.  That's where I was when someone suggested neem to me.  In this episode, I'm sharing why neem isone of my favorite herbal allies for these situations. We explore why this remarkable Ayurvedic herb has been called the "queen of the skin," how I personally used it during my own battle with perioral dermatitis, what its bitter and astringent qualities tell us about who it may help (and who it may not), and why understanding an herb's nature is just as important as knowing its benefits. I also cover the important safety considerations around neem, the difference between neem leaf and neem oil, and why I believe herbalism is less about following protocols and more about learning to make thoughtful, informed decisions for your own body.   Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

  6. Jul 27

    108. How to Build a Skincare Routine for Rosacea & Redness

    If you've ever stood in the skincare aisle staring at dozens of products, wondering which ones will help your redness instead of making it worse, you're not alone.   In this final episode of my redness and rosacea series, we're shifting from lifestyle to skincare. We'll walk through every step of a routine, from cleansers and moisturizers to sunscreen, facial tools, and even a simple herbal mask you can make at home. Along the way, I'll share how I evaluate products through the lenses of corneotherapy, herbalism, and years in the treatment room, so you can better understand why certain ingredients support reactive skin. My hope is that you'll finish this episode feeling less overwhelmed by skincare and more confident choosing products that truly support your skin's ability to heal. You can shop products from my reactive skin collection here.  Resources mentioned: Manual Lymphatic Drainage Video Lymph Brush Tutorial   Download the Soothing Masque for Reactive Skin Recipe  Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

  7. Jul 20

    107. Rosacea: Beyond the Redness

    Rosacea can feel like such a vague diagnosis. It tells you what your skin is doing, but not why it's doing it. In this episode, I'm sharing what I wish I had learned about rosacea in school. We talk about what's happening beneath the surface, from the nervous system and the skin microbiome to gut health, barrier function, and why flushing can become more chronic over time. My goal is to give you a different way of thinking about your rosacea. Resources Mentioned • Blissoma Pure Sensitive Skin Cream • Laurel Cooling Relief Support Cleanser • Laurel Unburden Serum • Laurel Recovery Balm • Laurel Hydrating Elixir No. 2 • Cecily Braden Lymph Brushes • Kansa Wand • Emily Lex Watercolor Books • VivaRays Blue Blocking Glasses   Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life   Studies referenced: Parodi A, Paolino S, Greco A, Drago F, Mansi C, Rebora A, Parodi A, Savarino V. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in rosacea: clinical effectiveness of its eradication. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2008 Jul;6(7):759-64. doi: 10.1016/j.cgh.2008.02.054. Epub 2008 May 5. PMID: 18456568.   Weinstock LB, Steinhoff M. Rosacea and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth: Prevalence and response to rifaximin. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2013;68:875-876.   Sánchez-Pellicer P, Eguren-Michelena C, García-Gavín J, Llamas-Velasco M, Navarro-Moratalla L, Núñez-Delegido E, Agüera-Santos J, Navarro-López V. Rosacea, microbiome and probiotics: the gut-skin axis. Front Microbiol. 2024 Jan 8;14:1323644. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1323644. PMID: 38260914; PMCID: PMC10800857.

  8. Jul 13

    106. Why Is My Face So Red? Understanding Chronic Redness, Flushing & Vascular Reactivity

    If you've noticed your cheeks becoming redder, flushing more easily, or staying pink long after a workout, glass of wine, or stressful day, this episode is for you. Before we talk about rosacea, we need to understand the foundation: vascular reactivity. In today's episode, I explain what's happening beneath the surface of the skin when redness becomes more persistent. We explore the physiology of chronic redness, how your skin barrier, nervous system, inflammation, lymphatic system, and everyday habits all influence the tiny blood vessels in your face, and why supporting your skin is about so much more than finding the "right" skincare products. Then we zoom out and take a whole-person perspective, exploring how patterns like excess heat, chronic stress, depletion, and nourishment may influence the way redness shows up in different people. Rather than offering another one-size-fits-all skincare solution, my hope is to leave you with a deeper understanding of your own unique patterns and an invitation to become more curious about what your skin may be communicating. Products Mentioned: Kansa Wand Lymph Brushes Laurel Hydrating Elixir I  Laurel Unburden Serum  Want more? Explore the shop: Stratum Aesthetics Join the newsletter: Moonday Notes + Shelf Life

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Looking to learn more about holistic skincare, herbalism, and whole-body vitality? Tune in for expert advice, tips, and interviews with experts in the field. We cover everything from the science of the skin and natural skincare ingredients to lifestyle shifts that connect us more deeply to our natural environment, to how your natural vibrant beauty can shine brightly through your skin. Join us on our journey to discover the power of vitalism. stratum.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Emily Davis
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Emily Davis
  • Show Website
    Skin | Earth | Vitality

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