My First Liver Detox for Acne: From Bloating to Glowing Skin

Okay, let me give you the tea on my first-ever liver detox for acne

I went into it excited. I knew this was going to be powerful, but I had no idea just how much my body needed it. If you’ve been following me, you know I spent over a year on the carnivore diet. It helped in some ways, but honestly? There were still things that weren’t improving… so I kept digging.

Enter: the functional medicine detox.

The Honest Truth: Detox Day 1 & 2

Not gonna lie… the first two days were rough. I kept asking myself: why did I sign up for this again? My energy was a little low. But then…

Detox Day 3 and Beyond: Everything Shifted

By Day 3, it was like someone flipped a switch. The energy, the clarity, the JOY. Through. The. Roof.

• I felt sharper, full of ideas, lighter in my body

• Bloating + inflammation started melting away

• My skin looked calmer with no new breakouts and active breakouts healing

• The dermatitis patch on my right hand (my usual flare) was 90% healed

• And the wildest part? I’d been plateaued in the 130s for over a year. By the end of detox, I hit my goal weight 126, without working out that week!

And it wasn’t just me. One of my clients started her detox at the same time and told me the SAME thing. Hard at first, then BAM: all the energy.

How a Liver Detox for Acne Balances Skin + Hormones

This detox was all about supporting my liver health.

When your liver is overloaded, it can show up as:

• Acne that won’t budge

• Hormonal breakouts

• Hair loss or thinning

• Bloating, constipation, and fatigue

• Dermatitis and stubborn skin rashes

• Blood sugar imbalance + sugar cravings

My hair analysis literally pointed straight to liver stress and nutrient deficiencies. Once I supported that? My skin, energy, and overall health responded fast.

Why This Is Just the Beginning

Here’s the thing: healing isn’t a one-and-done moment. Based on my hair analysis, I’ve got a couple more detoxes ahead of me to bring my body fully back into balance.

But instead of dreading it, I’m excited because now I know how much better my body feels when it’s supported properly.

FAQs About Detoxing for Skin & Energy

Does a liver detox help with acne? Yes, when your liver is struggling, toxins can build up and show up through your skin. Supporting detox pathways helps calm inflammation, balance hormones, and reduce breakouts.

How long does it take to see results from a detox? For me, changes started around Day 3, more energy, less bloat, and calmer skin. Most people notice results within the first week, though deeper healing takes longer.

Do I need to detox more than once? It depends on your body and results. You typically want to do this type a detox 2-3 times a year to clear out the hundreds of toxins we're exposed to daily.

P.S. Imagine waking up without bloat, feeling energized all day, and looking in the mirror to see your skin actually healing. That’s the shift I just experienced, and it’s possible for you too.

Curious what your body actually needs? This is why I use hair analysis with my clients, it takes out the guesswork. You can learn more about it here Hair Analysis