Skin Health
Skin health
In functional medicine we look at the “why” behind your symptoms — and the largest organ in the body is no different. Skin conditions can be more than a surface-level issue and require a different approach than treating them topically. They can have a negative impact on both physical health and emotional well-being, and while topical treatments and anti-inflammatory medications aren’t always effective, treating the underlying causes can lead to significant improvement.
Many skin conditions can be effectively treated by addressing the root cause — removing potential dietary triggers, regulating hormone metabolism, and improving other body systems to restore balance. By taking a holistic approach, we can achieve long-lasting improvements in both the appearance and health of the skin.
Underlying drivers
Causes
By taking a functional medicine approach, we can address the root cause of your skin problems and provide a long-lasting solution instead of quick fixes. Rather than simply treating the symptoms, we investigate what is happening in your body that is manifesting in your skin.
Our practitioner conducts a comprehensive investigation to identify the underlying cause and assesses your overall health from a holistic perspective — analysing factors such as nutritional status, stress levels, hormonal health, gut health, liver health, food sensitivities, toxin exposure and genetics.
What we support
Skin conditions we support
- Hives (urticaria)
- Acne
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Fungal infections
- Varicose veins
Treatment approach
Our objective is to aid you in achieving optimal health and wellbeing
We look at what is happening inside the body, then work to reduce and reverse symptoms, heal scars, and correct the underlying imbalances or dysfunction contributing to your condition.
Conventional treatment for skin conditions often involves medications that treat only the symptoms, and these may carry short- or long-term side effects. Antibiotics, for instance, can make the original issue worse and disrupt the microbiome. Our approach involves:
- Identifying and addressing underlying lifestyle and general health factors — such as PCOS — that may contribute to symptoms.
- Optimising gut and liver health.
- Identifying and removing food intolerances or allergies.
- Optimising the diet by introducing the right nutrients to support skin health.
- Balancing hormones through supported detoxification.
- Balancing essential fatty acids.
Why choose us
Care built around understanding why
Our mission
We provide a supportive environment paired with cutting-edge expertise in nutrition and functional medicine.
Our mission is to help you uncover the root causes of your health concerns and guide you through them with personalised nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
Our values
We practise root-cause medicine — because true healing starts with understanding why symptoms arise.
Our goal is to uncover the underlying drivers of your health concerns and empower you with the tools to make lasting, sustainable changes.
Support
Once you begin with us, our collaborative approach guides you through every step. We collect the information we need through detailed intake forms and tailor our support to motivate and assist you throughout the process.
Success stories
What our clients say
★★★★★Working with Rob was a truly transformative experience. His guidance not only helped me navigate a wide range of symptoms but also gave me the knowledge and tools to build lasting, healthy habits. I feel more empowered and informed about my health than ever before. Edinburgh CFM is setting a new standard for how healthcare should be delivered — I can’t recommend Rob highly enough.
Alex
★★★★★Edinburgh CFM has been life-changing for me. Living with eczema was overwhelming — it felt like it was taking over every part of my life. I joined the 6-month programme hoping for some guidance, and what I got was so much more. With Rob’s support I now understand the specific foods and lifestyle triggers that were making things worse. For the first time my eczema is under control without relying on steroids — and I finally feel empowered in my own skin.
Rebecca
★★★★★My daughter was having health challenges and someone recommended the centre. She received a diagnosis of gut issues and found out she had SIBO. With the help of our practitioner we were able to get her back to school so she could continue her studies for her exams. Highly recommended.
Joan
★★★★★I came to the centre with a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s. I hadn’t been able to find a clinic that would provide understanding and a way to approach the disease without just suppressing symptoms. I feel like I matter and so do my symptoms. Progress has been far greater than through any other treatment option, and at each appointment I can share where I am and look at the next steps. I would highly recommend this clinic.
Marcus
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