I’m Vanna — dermatology NP + functional practitioner specializing in acne.
If you’ve tried everything and your skin still isn’t clear, it’s not a lack of effort—
it’s that no one has looked at what’s actually driving it internally.
That’s where I come in.
I don’t guess when it comes to acne.
I use a functional, root-cause approach to identify what your body is signaling—
from hormones and gut health to inflammation and nutrient imbalances.
Because when you understand why your skin is breaking out,
you can finally follow a plan that actually works—and keeps working.
After working with hundreds of acne cases, clear patterns emerge.
This is what tends to shift when we address acne from a root-cause perspective.
Breakouts tied to cycles, post-birth control, or androgens begin to regulate when underlying imbalances are addressed.
Skin becomes less reactive as gut health, detox pathways, and internal stressors are supported.
Not just temporary improvement—but skin that stays clear because the root cause is being addressed.
For over a decade, I treated acne the conventional way—
topicals, antibiotics, and medications.
And while some clients improved, many didn’t.
Or their acne came right back.
Now, I use a functional, root-cause approach to interpret labs
and build personalized protocols based on what your body is signaling.
No guessing. No generic plans.
Just a clear, structured way to actually address acne at the source.
If you’ve tried everything and still feel stuck,
this is likely the piece that’s been missing.
“I came in extremely skeptical after trying everything—derm prescriptions, facials, expensive products, and a very clean diet. This truly felt like my last option before going back on medication.
I’m honestly shocked by how well this approach worked. The bloodwork gave real answers, and for the first time, my acne actually made sense. Not only is my skin clear and healthy, but I feel better overall—even during a very stressful season, my skin has stayed consistent.
Looking back, I wish I had done this sooner and saved so much time, money, and frustration. This showed me that no amount of topicals or diet alone would have resolved my acne—addressing the root cause internally made all the difference. I’m so grateful for this experience.”
This is the exact process I use to interpret labs and build a custom acne protocol.