Mel is the founder and degree-qualified senior Naturopath at HUSK Naturopathy. With over 20 years of experience in health and wellness and over a decade as a skin, scalp & hair focused naturopath, Mel specialises in uncovering and addressing the root causes of chronic and debilitating skin & scalp conditions. Her mission is to help women achieve healthy, glowing skin & hair and rediscover their confidence through a holistic and personalised approach.
Mel’s passion for skin health stems from her own journey with a wide range of skin conditions, including cystic acne, perioral dermatitis, eczema, fungal infections, autoimmune rashes, and the devastating effects of topical steroid withdrawal. These experiences profoundly impacted her mental health, relationships, and career. After years of trialing medications, countless skincare products, and consulting various practitioners, she discovered that true healing required addressing the body from the inside out.
In her clinical practice, Mel uses a comprehensive approach to healing the skin and scalp, focusing on gut, nervous system and hormonal health—the systems most commonly linked to skin, scalp and hair concerns. Her process includes detailed assessments, functional and general pathology testing, and customised treatment plans designed to restore balance and address underlying imbalances. She also specialises in helping clients transition off oral contraceptives, antibiotics, and steroids, offering effective, natural solutions to support long-term health.
Mel’s treatment plans consider the whole person—physical, mental, and emotional health. Through her online naturopathic dispensary, she prescribes high-quality supplements, custom-blended nutritional compounds, and herbal tinctures, all conveniently delivered to her clients’ doors. Her unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise allows her to empathise deeply with her clients while providing the knowledge and tools they need for transformational results.
Mel is passionate about helping her clients achieve radiant, healthy skin and the confidence that comes with it. She takes pride in witnessing the life-changing journeys of the individuals she works with, as they heal their skin and reconnect with their best selves.
Mel's Clinical Focus: Topical Steroid Withdrawal, Complex Skin, Scalp & Hair Loss Cases, Paediatrics, Practitioner Mentoring & Education
Kayla is a degree-qualified Naturopathic Skin Expert with years of clinical experience specialising in helping clients manage skin conditions such as acne, eczema, dermatitis, peri-oral dermatitis and rosacea.
With a deep understanding that true skin healing requires more than just surface level treatments, Kayla’s approach centres around holistic care that focuses on the body’s interconnected systems and the role they play in our skin health. Kayla is dedicated to uncovering the root cause of her clients’ health concerns, using both standard blood tests from your GP and advanced functional testing to gain a comprehensive understanding of your health. Using her extensive knowledge in blood and functional test analysis, she crafts personalised treatment plans tailored to each of her client’s unique needs, aiming to address not only your symptoms but also work to resolve the underlying causes, promoting sustainable skin and whole body health.
Kayla has experienced firsthand the powerful impact of a deeper, holistic approach to skin care for achieving optimal skin health. Her own journey with post-pill acne ignited a passion for supporting other women facing similar challenges with their skin, inspiring her commitment to helping you find effective and sustainable solutions.
Having completed a 12-month internship with senior naturopath at Husk Naturopathy, Melissa Colosimo, Kayla has gained extensive experience in supporting skin health through Melissa’s unique 3-phase treatment approach. This hands-on training has equipped her with valuable expertise to guide you on your skin care journey.
Kayla also has extensive knowledge and experience in vegetarian, vegan and plant-based diets and enjoys supporting clients who chose these lifestyles, ensuring they receive judgment-free care to support optimal health.
Appointments with Kayla are available both online and in clinic in Mount Waverley, Melbourne. Through her online dispensary (Vital.ly), Kayla provides convenient access to high quality practitioner-only supplements and custom herbal or nutritional blends, delivered straight to your door.
Your body is a wonderful ecosystem of organisms working together to help you experience life around you.
Unfortunately, modern society puts us under a lot of stress and pressure, which can wreak havoc on your gut, hormones and overall health.
Maybe you’ve tried to heal yourself in the past, with little support or success, leaving you back at square one.
It can feel like everything is against you. Even if you feel defeated, at your wit's end and ready to give up.
At Husk, we make sure you never feel alone.
We aim to build a lifelong relationship with you, empowering you to achieve your healthiest self through holistic and natural remedies.
