
← The Treatment Room10 Jul · 41 min
How to avoid summer breakouts.
<p>Does your skin seem to break out every summer—even when you're following your skincare routine? You're not imagining it.</p><p>In this episode, I'm breaking down the biggest summer acne triggers I see in my clients and explaining why heat, sweat, travel, and even "healthy" hydration products may be contributing to your breakouts.</p><p>PLUS: <a href="https://freeskinbytessa.com/products/ebook">Eat to Clear is officially live! </a>My new acne-friendly recipe ebook is now available and linked below.</p><p><strong>Episode sponsors:</strong></p><p>"Earn more and get your time back with GlossGenius. Use code TREATMENT at <a href="http://glossgenius.com/podname" target="_blank">glossgenius.com/treatmentroom</a> for 50% off your first two months of a premium plan.</p><p><strong>Retail medical grade skincare with Pomp Beauty:</strong></p><p>Use code <a href="app.pompbeauty.com/proregister?referral_name=Tessa%20Zolly">TESS50 to get a 14-day free trial, 50% off your first month, and a $75 product credit using my link</a>. Just type The Treatment Room when it asks how you heard about Pomp!</p><p><br></p><p>In the show we will cover:</p><ul><li>Why sweat doesn't cause acne—but what happens after sweating does</li><li>The sunscreen ingredients that may be clogging your pores</li><li>How chlorine and pool chemicals affect your skin barrier</li><li>Summer foods and drinks that can contribute to inflammation</li><li>Why vacations often lead to post-trip breakouts</li><li>The connection between dehydration and oily skin</li><li>Hair products that may be causing forehead and jawline acne</li><li>Electrolytes, protein powders, biotin, B vitamins, and other supplements that can trigger acne in some people</li><li>My favorite tips for keeping your skin clear all summer long</li></ul><p>If you've ever wondered why your acne gets worse in the warmer months, this episode is packed with practical tips you can start using today.</p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who struggles with summer breakouts!</p><p>Let's connect!</p><p>Instagram:<br>@myestytessa<br>@freeskinbytessa<br>@acnefriendlyfood</p><p>Website:<br><a href="http://www.freeskinbytessa.com">www.freeskinbytessa.com</a></p><p>Work With Me:<br><a href="https://calendly.com/tessazolly/acne-care?back=1&month=2026-06" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Virtual Acne Coaching & Acne-Friendly Nutrition Coaching</a></p><p>Thanks for listening, and I'll see you in the next episode!</p>