Skin Vitality - Saliva & Blood Spot (Male and Female)

This test evaluates key hormones and nutrients that influence skin health, aging, hydration, and elasticity. It includes a saliva test for stress and sex hormones, along with a blood spot test to assess essential vitamins and metabolic markers that impact collagen production, inflammation, and skin vitality.

Key Markers Tested:

• Saliva
• • Cortisol (x4 samples) – Measures stress hormone levels throughout the day, as chronic stress can accelerate skin aging, increase breakouts, and contribute to inflammation.
  • DHEA-S – Supports collagen production and helps counteract stress-related skin damage.
  • Testosterone (T) – Imbalances can contribute to acne, oily skin, or hair thinning.
  • Progesterone (Pg) – Plays a role in skin hydration and elasticity, particularly in women.
  • Estradiol (E2) – Estrogen supports collagen production, skin moisture, and thickness—low levels can lead to wrinkles and dryness.

• Blood Spot:

  • Vitamin D – Essential for skin cell renewal, wound healing, and immune defense against acne and inflammation.
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) – Imbalances can lead to dry skin, puffiness, and hair loss.
  • Free T3 (FT3) & Free T4 (FT4) – Active thyroid hormones that regulate skin hydration and temperature control.
  • Insulin – High insulin levels can trigger acne, premature aging, and increased oil production.
  • Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) – Measures long-term blood sugar control, as excess sugar contributes to collagen breakdown and skin aging (glycation).

Benefits:

✅ Identifies Underlying Causes of Skin Issues – Detects hormonal imbalances, stress levels, insulin resistance, or nutrient deficiencies that may be causing acne, premature aging, dryness, or inflammation.

✅ Evaluates Stress & Its Impact on Skin Health – Chronic high cortisol can lead to breakouts, redness, and loss of skin elasticity due to increased inflammation and reduced collagen production.

✅ Supports Anti-Aging & Collagen Production – Estrogen, DHEA-S, and thyroid hormones maintain skin firmness and hydration, making this test valuable for those noticing wrinkles, fine lines, or sagging.

✅ Optimizes Vitamin D & Thyroid Levels for Skin Repair – Low vitamin D and thyroid dysfunction can cause dull skin, slow healing, and dryness, making this test useful for those with eczema, psoriasis, or persistent skin irritation.

✅ Helps Manage Acne & Oily Skin – By assessing testosterone, insulin, and cortisol, this test helps pinpoint causes of hormonal acne, excessive oil production, and inflammation-related breakouts.

✅ Personalized Skin Care from the Inside Out – Results help guide dietary changes, skincare routines, stress management techniques, and supplement recommendations for optimal skin health.

✅ Easy At-Home Collection – Uses saliva and blood spot samples, providing a convenient, non-invasive way to assess the most important biomarkers for skin vitality.