Stress affects people in many different ways. Some people might experience intense rounds of irritation. Others may just want to sleep for however long they feel it will take to make their stress go away. But underneath the irritation and the sleep, there are universal affects that happen to us physically. Yes, stress can be taxing emotionally and mentally but, have you ever stopped to think about how that emotional and mental drainage can affect your skin?
In response to being stressed, your body releases a hormone called Cortisol which breaks down connective tissue that keeps your complexion nice and tight. When experiencing deep moments of stress, your face may set into tense positions such as clenching the jaw or furrowing your eyebrows. This can cause long-lasting wrinkles around the eyes and on the forehead. As a result, your face begins to change but instead of looking younger, you look older.
Additionally, being consumed with stress can cause dry, itchy, red skin which can be especially uncomfortable for those with skin that is already sensitive. For example; people with eczema may experience frequent flare-ups and may go through a rough season of breakouts. There are a variety of age-defying solutions Nulook Medspa offers to remove any trace of stress from the face such as skin lifts, fillers, acne treatment, chemical peels, and much more.
Stress is already a whirlwind of craziness all by itself and now you have to worry about keeping the wrinkles and breakouts off your skin. But there are a many things you could do to manage your stress and keep it from becoming harmful such as:
- Making time for hobbies, such as reading or watching a nice movie, will allow your body to slow down for a second and regroup with itself.
- Opening up to someone about what’s stressing you out can take loads off your plate and you don’t even have to tell them everything that’s going on with you.
Life can be a hysterical, crazy journey. It’s not always going to be cupcakes and rainbows. Try not to get lost in the hysteria and make sure to take care of yourself. Your skin will thank you later! Nulook Medspa can help you with any of your skin concerns, contact us today to book an appointment!
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