Meet Tabi – Your Skin Health Specialist & Beauty Medicine Practitioner

My Skin Journey: From Struggle to Specialist

As a teenager, I battled severe Nodular and Cystic Acne—the most extreme form of acne you can experience. Painful, deep, and inflamed, my skin was covered in large, boil-like lumps that felt impossible to hide. Every glance in the mirror was a reminder of the discomfort, both physical and emotional.

At school, I faced relentless bullying because of my skin. My confidence plummeted, and my mental health suffered. Desperate for a solution, I tried everything—drugstore skincare, steaming my face, old wives’ tales—but nothing worked.

When I finally saw a GP, I was prescribed countless treatments over several months, none of which made a difference. Eventually, I was referred to James Cook Hospital’s dermatology department, where I was put on Roaccutane—a powerful prescription medication known for its intense side effects.

While Roaccutane cleared my acne, it came at a cost. The side effects were brutal—
💥 Excruciating muscle pain left me bedridden, unable to move or exercise.
💥 Cracked, peeling, and bleeding skin, especially around my eyelids and mouth.
💥 Crushing depression, a common but devastating side effect.

I suffered for nearly four years before my skin was finally clear, but even now, I still deal with long-term side effects from that medication. Looking back, I realise that if I had access to a Skin Health Specialist, I wouldn’t have had to go through that trauma.

That experience shaped who I am today. It ignited my passion for skin health and led me to create an approach that actually heals skin—without invasive treatments, harmful side effects, or false promises.

Now, as a Skin Health Specialist & Beauty Medicine Practitioner, I’ve helped countless women overcome their acne and reclaim their confidence—the way I wish someone had done for me.

If you’re struggling with your skin, I want you to know that there is a better way. Your skin can heal, and you don’t have to do it alone. 💛