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Orenda Women's Health

Orenda is a women’s health clinic, founded by Nutritionist Jacinta Barbagallo, specialising in skin r

24/11/2025

Rosacea isn’t just a “redness” issue

It’s an immune, microbiome and gut-driven condition that shows up on the skin long after the internal pathways have begun to shift.

This is why so many people feel like they’ve “tried everything” topically… only to keep flaring.

Rosacea is complex, but it’s not random. When you understand the immune system, the neurovascular response, and the gut–skin axis, the whole picture becomes much clearer.

In clinic, we often see that supporting gut health, calming immune activation, balancing the microbiome (both skin + gut), and reducing systemic inflammation create far more meaningful, long-term improvements than focusing on the surface alone.

Your skin is reflecting what’s happening internally and when we treat those deeper drivers, rosacea becomes so much more manageable.

If you’re wanting support that looks beyond the surface, comment “DISCOVERY” and we’ll send you a link to book in a FREE 15 minute discovery call ✨

20/11/2025

It’s a sad reality we live in

Everywhere we turn we’re either seeing a picture that’s been heavily edited or we’re speaking to someone that has every little part of their natural complexion covered with concealer (now we’re not hating on either of those)

But there’s a reason why we can see that individuals with a skin condition can feel so frustrated and out of touch with their body

Or even those without a skin condition can feel like they’re skin just isn’t dewy enough or their cheek bones don’t naturally have a line of bronzer on them

This is where we need to check in with the type of imagery we’re consuming on a daily basis

This is where we need to change our expectation of our skin to an actual true reality

This is where we need to appreciate our skin and body for what it does for us every single day, rather than the way it looks

20/11/2025

✨ PCOS-friendly weight loss doesn’t mean boring meals or tiny portions.

This is exactly how our Sports Nutritionist build plans that support hormones and weight loss - balanced, satisfying, and actually doable on a busy schedule.

If you want a personalised plan that finally makes sense for YOUR body…

Apply for coaching via the link in our bio 🤍

18/11/2025

Keep being told “Everything is fine and within range”? We’ve heard that before

At least 5000 times we’ve heard it before…

It’s typically because your pathology results are being compared against very outdated reference ranges.

But also reference ranges that INCLUDE populations of people WITH DISEASE

Yes, that means your bloods (specifically thyroid I’m talking about here) is being compared to the results of people with thyroid disease that are classified in the “healthy range”

This is why we see so often in our clinic clients having absolutely no answers as to what is going on with their skin before they come to see us

This is why we ALWAYS do testing and we never attempt to through random treatments at you to target your hormones until we know the picture of what’s going on

There’s a method to the madness when it comes to how we work with our clients and until you’re doing the testing you’re pretty much guessing!

If you’re ready to find out exactly what the cause of your acne is and the next steps you can take, comment "DISCOVERY" and we'll send you a link to book a free 15 minute discovery call!

17/11/2025

The list could go on, but the one thing we see towards the end of our clients journey of working with us is the level of resilience and personal growth that has happened from start until end..

Your skin is a reflection of what is going on internally, but it ISN'T a reflection of who you are, your worth, your knowledge, your kindness, your empathy, your loyalty, your ability to care for others, your ability to create a safe space for those around you to feel heard and all of the things that actually matter.

What lessons have you learnt from your skin condition? 💜

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16/11/2025

Is gluten stopping your clients skin progress?

Gluten sensitivity can often present in so many little ways throughout the body, the only way to see if it's driving inflammation in your body is to go through the process of elimination, assess your symptoms and re-introduce to see how your body responds.

Because of how the body works and the increase immunoglobulins that occurs following gluten exposure (in those with a sensitivity), it's really important to adhere to elimination strictly for at least 12 weeks. Unfortunately, the body doesn't recognise it's the weekend and lets us have a hall pass for the sourdough toast with avo (or croissant)..

The signs/symptoms you need to look out for are systemic - and because your clients are probably use to feeling a particular way (i.e you can have clients that may say yeah I'm a headache type person I've always been that way, yes I get anxious over most things) they may not make the connection that it could be gluten driving a lot of the inflammation.

The important thing to remember is that it's never just one driver - if gluten is impacting your clients skin, then gut work needs to be done to optimise the repair!

If you're a skin therapist and want to learn more about how your clients internal health can be impacted their acne, head to our website for our Advanced Acne Masterclass - where you can learn how to help your clients achieve lasting results with their skin.

13/11/2025

POD doesn’t have to be one of the trickiest skin conditions to treat

We know first hand seeing so many clients with POD and collaborating with so many skin therapists that POD can SEEM to take SO long to get results

And trust me, it can be one of those conditions where you feel like you’re all over it and then boom spring hits and it comes back with a vengeance

BUT, there’s often missing pieces of the puzzle we see in a lot of our cases that cause it to flare time and time again:
〰️ Underlying nervous system disregulation NOT addressed
〰️ Nasal cavity infections NOT addressed
〰️ Gut-skin connection NOT addressed
〰️ Oral microbiome NOT addressed

Plus of course, you want to be under the guidance of a Skin Specialising Naturopath and collaborating with a skin therapist/dermal clinician at the same time!

If you’re ready to figure out what you need to do, comment "DISCOVERY" and we'll send you the link to book in a free discovery call with us 💜

12/11/2025

If you’ve followed us for a sec, you know that we always go on about blood sugar regulation

With very good reason why..

Your blood sugar levels can determine your:
- Inflammatory status
- Cortisol response
- Sleep quality (melatonin production)
- Collagen degradation
- Hormonal status (we’re looking at you hormonal acne)
- Glycation (and also looking at you wrinkling ageing skin)
- Immune system function (and also have our eyes on you POD, Rosacea & recurrent thrush)

If you’re not working on your blood sugar, you’re not working on your internals!

Head to the link in our bio for our CLEAR SKIN BLUEPRINT

We share with you exactly what you need to get results with your skin and find balance with your blood sugar 💜

12/11/2025

AND she has lost a further 15kg since we stopped working together!!

Because it is about understanding how to create sustainable lifestyle changes, so you learn HOW to eat the foods you love in moderation so it doesn't feel like a diet you need to start and stop over and over.

Let's stop the yo-yo dieting. It was never fun anyway.

A quick fix is exactly that, quick and something that wont stick for long. So don't wait until January. Don't wait until you're 'not busy'. Start when you're ready to invest in something that will change your life for the better.

Click the link in our bios to set up a call and take the steps towards achieving your health and fitness goals 🤍

10/11/2025

SKIN REALITIES

Often when you’re working on the internal aspect of healing your skin, you’re looking at at least a 6 month commitment..

Your acne didn’t appear overnight, so it most definitely won’t clear overnight (especially because your skin is often the last place to repair in the body)

We often like to remind our clients to celebrate the little wins in their progress in every consultation

So the next time you’re feeling disheartened by the fact that maybe your skin isn’t as clear as you would’ve liked it to be, remember that it takes time, consistency and patience working on all the internal drivers and external drivers for your skin to function the way it needs to!

And, if you don’t know what those drivers are - then comment "DISCOVERY" and we'll send you a link to book in for a FREE discovery call!

09/11/2025

The people have spoken.. and we’ve listened

We’ve been busy working on something special behind the scenes to make working with Orenda easier than ever before

If you’re wanting to clear your skin and fix your periods once and for all without breaking the bank, then listen up.

We completely get it, your skin care and facials are already an investment when it comes to your skin

Seeing a Naturopath or Nutritionists is literally just an additional expense that’s hard to budget

Until now..

Introducing our 6 & 12 Month Memberships!

Think
- Naturopathic care from $20/per week (cheaper than your weekly coffee)
- Access to our Clear Skin Blueprint
- Priority appointments ahead of time
- Long term commitment for change
- Access to the Orenda Community Group for Continued Support
- Upgrade to Express Postage on your Orenda Orders
- Testing authorisation prior to your first consultation

Because you shouldn’t have to choose between feeling your best and paying your electricity bill!

Comment "MEMBERSHIP" below & we'll send you the link to find out more + book your discovery call!

04/11/2025

Quick fixes are tempting… but real, lasting change doesn’t happen overnight.

Your skin, gut, and hormones need consistency, personalised care, and someone who actually gets your body. That’s what long-term support gives you:

Patterns, triggers, and insights that one-off appointments just can’t catch

Accountability and guidance to keep you on track

Adjustments that evolve with your body, lifestyle, and hormones

Steady progress instead of temporary wins

✨ That’s exactly why we designed our Orenda Memberships — to make ongoing, supportive, and affordable care a reality.

Want to get first access when doors open? Join the waitlist today!
Comment “WAITLIST” below or sign up via the link in our bio.

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Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

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https://orendawomenshealth.com.au/services

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