
Expert Insights from Dr. Sabrina Fabi
Modern Thyroid and Wellness recently featured a compelling episode with Dr. Sabrina Fabi, a board-certified dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon, and co-founder of XO and Skincare. Dr. Fabi’s expertise bridges the worlds of dermatology, aesthetics, and holistic wellness, offering a nuanced perspective on how thyroid function and hormonal changes shape women’s skin, hair, and overall confidence.
This blog post distills the episode’s key themes and actionable advice, providing a comprehensive guide for women navigating the complex interplay between hormones, thyroid health, and skin vitality. Whether you’re experiencing postpartum changes, perimenopause, or simply seeking to optimize your skin health, Dr. Fabi’s insights offer a roadmap to understanding and caring for your skin from the inside out.
Recognizing the Signs
Thyroid dysfunction—whether hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism—often reveals itself through changes in the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists are frequently the first to spot these subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) clues.
Key Signs of Hypothyroidism:
Key Signs of Hyperthyroidism:
👉 Expert Tip: If you notice persistent changes in your hair, skin, or nails—especially if they coincide with fatigue, weight changes, or mood shifts—ask your healthcare provider about thyroid testing.
Women experience dramatic hormonal shifts throughout life—postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause—all of which can profoundly affect skin health.
Postpartum:
Perimenopause:
Menopause:
💡 Insight:
Hot flashes and skin issues might not just be "menopause"—they could be thyroid symptoms. Test, don’t guess.
A compromised skin barrier is more vulnerable to:
What Weakens the Barrier:
Barrier-Boosting Habits:
💤 Prioritize Sleep:
☀️ Sunscreen:
🌱 Clean Beauty:
Dr. Fabi introduces a new frontier: neurocosmetics and moodceuticals, skincare that supports mood and hormonal balance.
These products interact with the nervous system and hormonal pathways—designed not just for your skin’s appearance, but for how you feel.
Dr. Fabi’s own pregnancy led her to explore oxytocin’s role in glowing skin. Her research found:
Results from her clinical trial:
XO Skincare Line Highlights:
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This episode drives home a core truth: Skin health isn’t vanity—it’s about vitality, confidence, and connection.
When your skin feels good, you feel good.
When your hormones are balanced, your whole life feels easier.
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