In this episode of The Skin Science Podcast, Thomas M. Hitchcock, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer, speaks with Angela Wilson McDonald, Global VP, Education and Customer Success, and Dr. Jigna Patel of Vedaskin, about how mind, skin, and gut are all connected.The Skin Science Podcast is intended to provide listeners with information regarding various topics in the field of skin science. None of the content in this podcast should be interpreted or construed as professional or medical advice. Further, the views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent those of Crown Laboratories, Inc. or its affiliates, and the appearance of any guest on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or any particular entity they represent.0:00 Intro1:07 Dr. Jigna Patel4:40 Gut, brain, skin connection8:10 Derm layers 12:38 Microbiome similarities across individuals16:28 Hair follicles20:37 Nervous system regulation25:00 Microflora balance 29:25 Immune reactions 30:54 Microbe secretions33:00 Clinical evaluation for patients37:36 Medication influence 39:18 Food and sleep44:20 Reevaluating care49:40 Closing