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Dr. Samantha Bowen, ND

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Dr. Samantha Bowen, ND

Welcome! I’m Dr. Sam Bowen, a licensed naturopathic doctor offering virtual and in-person naturopathic care to residents of British Columbia.

05/05/2025

With summer just around the corner, this is the perfect time to try our holistic skincare and medical aesthetic treatments✨

We offer a variety of different treatments to help you achieve healthy and glowing skin.

〰️Facial acupuncture: paired with LED light therapy, Gua Sha, and facial massage, this treatment is truly holistic and will leave you with radiant skin

〰️Microneedling: this treatment is perfect for those wanting to build collagen and to improve the appearance of scars, irregular texture, pigmentation concerns, enlarged pores, and dull complexion

〰️Cosmetic Neuromodulators (aka Botox): treats fine lines and wrinkles

This spectrum of options allows for us to customize a treatment plan that aligns with your values and goals around skin health.

Facial acupuncture and microneedling may be fully or partially covered by your extended health care benefits.

Book your treatment now at

03/07/2025

For many people, treating acne needs to go beyond just treating the skin.

Patients have shared with me that they have tried every topical skincare product under the sun with no long-term resolution. Others have tried treatments like chemical peels, lasers, and topical/oral prescription medications.

I’m not here to say that these treatment options aren’t effective as they can absolutely work for some people. But more often than not, we need to dig a bit deeper and address a variety of underlying factors in order to get long-lasting improvement.

There is no one size fits all approach to treating acne and every investigation and treatment approach will be different for each patient.

With my patients, here are some of the key areas that we are often looking at:

▪️Ruling out other conditions that can present with acne
▪️Lifestyle (diet, sleep, movement, smoking, etc.)
▪️Stress levels
▪️Digestive function and microbiome health
▪️Androgen hormone patterns
▪️Blood glucose and insulin patterns
▪️Menstrual cycle patterns
▪️Inflammation, oxidative stress, & immune function
▪️Detoxification pathway function
▪️Nutrient deficiencies
▪️Medications and supplements

If you have been struggling with acne, let’s work together to help you achieve healthy skin✨

Booking link in my bio

03/03/2025

Will I get acne once I stop the pill?

This is a common question I get when working with patients who want to stop taking their oral contraceptive pill (OCP).

I wish I could give a definite answer but this experience will be different for each person. Some people may not notice any changes to their skin; some will have a few breakouts that last a couple weeks; whereas others will experience acne that persists for months and months.

Why do some people get acne after stopping their OCP?   The OCP contains synthetic estrogen and progestin hormones (some options only contain progestin) which work to suppress our natural hormone production. When we stop the OCP, our bodies start to ramp up our natural hormone production again and the increase in certain hormones like testosterone can lead to a temporary increase in acne in certain people. Unfortunately, there are people who experience a worsening of their acne that never fully resolves.

It’s cases like these that require further investigation as to WHY.

The development of acne is multifactorial and each person will require a root cause approach that addresses their own individual health needs.

Whether you are thinking of coming off your OCP and want to put a plan in place to help with a smoother transition or you have already stopped and are noticing persistent acne, let’s work together to help you feel your best✨

Booking link in my bio

02/05/2025

Facial acupuncture with LED light, facial massage, and gua sha is truly a clinic favourite✨

Acupuncture needles are placed along the face and body to directly support the skin as well as addressing other internal systems that influence skin health.

With the acupuncture needles in place, LED light therapy is used to support collagen production, modulate inflammation, and kill acne causing bacteria.

This is followed by facial massage and gua sha to release muscle tension, sculpt tissues, promote healthy circulation, and improve lymph flow.

The perfect treatment for those wanting glowy, rejuvenated skin.

You can also use your naturopathic extended health benefits towards this amazing treatment.

Book your treatment at

01/16/2025

Microneedling has become one of the most popular treatments that I offer - and for good reason!

It can tackle a variety of skin concerns such as:

〰️fine lines & wrinkles
〰️pigmentation concerns
〰️uneven skin tone & texture
〰️acne & facial scars
〰️enlarged pores

It stimulates your own body to make new collagen and elastin fibres leaving you with healthy and rejuvenated skin✨

You may be eligible to use your extended health benefits toward this treatment.

Book now at

01/03/2025

Start off 2025 with that facial acupuncture glow✨

The holidays can be busy, fun, relaxing (and even a little bit stressful😅) and what better way to unwind than with our blissful facial acupuncture treatment.

Paired with LED light therapy, facial massage, and Gua Sha, it truly provides a therapeutic and relaxing effect that will leave you with glowing skin.

Appointments available at

11/18/2024

With holiday vacations and festivities just around the corner, this is the perfect time to book a cosmetic neuromodulator appointment (aka Botox)✨

It can add a little refresh to your appearance without looking overdone.

Maximal results are visible 10-14 days after treatment so it’s important to book accordingly for the best outcome!

Book your appointment

11/15/2024

With the winter months approaching, this is an important time to have your vitamin d levels assessed✨

Optimal vitamin d status benefits us in many ways from immune function to bone health.

But what’s the connection between vitamin d status and acne?

Flip through to learn more!

11/13/2024

Microneedling has become one of our most popular treatments this fall and for good reason!

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, stimulates your body’s own ability to make collagen and elastin fibres.

It can be used to treat:

✨Fine lines and wrinkles
✨Acnes scars/facial scars
✨Uneven skin tone/texture
✨Pigmentation concerns (sun spots, melasma, PIH, etc.)
✨Enlarged pores

Skin remodelling continues for up to a year after treatment meaning that you will continue to see benefits over time, especially when you are consistent with the recommended number of treatments for your skin concerns.

Book your microneedling treatment with me at

11/04/2024

Facial acupuncture with LED light, facial massage, and gua sha✨

As the days get cooler, there is nothing better than coming in for a blissful and therapeutic facial acupuncture treatment in our cozy treatment room.

Acupuncture needles are placed along the face and body to directly support the skin as well as addressing other internal systems that influence skin health.

With the acupuncture needles in place, LED light therapy is used to support collagen production, modulate inflammation, and kill acne causing bacteria.

This is followed by facial massage and gua sha to release muscle tension, sculpt tissues, promote healthy circulation, and improve lymph flow.

The perfect treatment for those wanting glowy, rejuvenated skin.

You can also use your naturopathic extended health benefits towards this amazing treatment.

Book your treatment at

10/25/2024

The health, appearance, and function of our skin is dependent on a variety of key nutrients. From vitamin c to protein, these nutrients can influence our skin in the following ways:

〰️Antioxidant support
〰️Tissue growth and repair
〰️Collagen synthesis
〰️Skin barrier and hydration support
〰️Inflammation modulation
〰️Gut microbiome support
〰️Blood sugar balance

Try adding in more of these skin loving nutrients to your diet✨

10/17/2024

Hello to new and old faces✨

It’s been a while since I shared a bit about myself beyond what I do as a naturopathic doctor. I always enjoy learning more about the people that I have connected with through this platform and wanted to offer some fun and quirky insights into who I am as a person.

My childhood dream job was to study owls🦉

We had a naturalist come to our grade 1 class and he brought in a rescue owl that could not be released back into the wild. I was completely fascinated by this elusive bird and for many years I wanted to grow up and study owls. To this day, I still love learning about owls and always feel a rush of excitement when I hear Barred and Great Horned owls hooting outside my window.

A bookworm since day 1📚

I LOVE to read – fiction, non-fiction, memoirs… I love all the books. The only caveat being that the experience of reading means a lot to me and I really enjoy having a physical book in my hand vs reading from a kindle or listening to an audiobook. Our cute little library on the island been my best friend since moving back here.

My new favourite colour is green🌿

I’ve been a blue girl for as long as I can remember, but since moving back to Salt Spring and being so closely surrounded by a kaleidoscope of every green imaginable, I find these shades to be extremely grounding and mesmerizing.

I secretly love the mountains more than the ocean🏔️

Don’t get me wrong, I love living by the ocean and truly think it’s a wondrous lifeforce, but over the years I have come to realize that I’m happiest when I spend time in the mountains. It’s hard to explain, but my small presence amongst the vast mountains feels like a spiritual connection to something that is bigger than all of us.

Some horoscope fun (for those who even care😅)♏️

Sun sign = Scorpio, Moon sign =Sagittarius, Rising sign = Scorpio

Address

1-105 Rainbow Road
Salt Spring Island, BC
V8K2V5

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8:30am - 11am
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 1pm

Telephone

+17787761641

Website

https://www.drsambowen.com/

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