Many of us, especially those with rashed or sensitive skin, are so afraid of irritating our skin that we don't use many skincare products. However, as my guest today explains, having a regimen that is appropriate for your individual skin is essential.  Known as America's Holistic Beauty Doc, Dr. Anthony Youn is a board-certified plastic surgeon, best-selling author, and television personality. He is one of the nation's foremost experts on turning back the clock without surgery.   His recent public television special "The Age Fix with Dr. Anthony Youn" has been viewed by millions. He's the author of the bestselling book The Age Fix and the host of the popular podcast, "The Holistic Plastic Surgery Show." Dr. Youn is a frequent guest on The Rachael Ray Show, The Doctors, and The Doctor Oz Show. He has been named one of the nation's top plastic surgeons by US News and World Report, Town and Country, and Harper's Bazaar. Today, we’re talking skincare. Dr. Youn shares some really useful tips for finding products that can improve the quality of your skin, why the microbiome is essential, as well as some encouragement for those of us dealing with skin rash scars.   What's your skincare regimen? Leave a comment!   In this episode Tips for addressing skin rashes while pregnant Why doing an elimination diet during pregnancy may not be the wisest choice Skincare routine recommendations for someone with really sensitive skin The importance of the skin microbiome, and what can change/affect that microbiome Improving the appearance of scars that result from skin conditions Words of advice for someone who has tried everything and has not found products that work   Quotes “We're learning more and more about the microbiome on our skin. We used to talk about the microbiome in our gut, but our skin also has trillions or bacteria that really help to create homeostasis where our skin is healthy...There is this gut-skin-brain axis that's becoming more and more learned about.” [7:52] “What you put into your gut can really have profound impacts on your skin...Decrease the amount of sugar you eat, decrease the amount of processed foods that you eat...Make sure that you monitor what you eat. Go with organic foods. Eat the rainbow...What you put inside your mouth will definitely show up in your skin.” [16:40]   Links Find Dr. Youn online Download Dr. Youn's FREE Free eGuides, "What to Eat to Look Younger" AND "Ten Things Every Plastic Surgery Patient Must Know" HERE Grab a copy of Dr. Youn's book, The Age Fix  Follow Dr. Youn on Facebook | Instagram