#1 Breakouts
From a few pimples before a special occasion to a couple of blackheads the night of a date, there’s never a good time for a breakout. So stop stressing! Stress has an adverse affect on our immune system; your body battles stress by directing blood flow and oxygen away from your skin and to other parts of your body—consequently increasing your likelihood of a breakout.
#2 Worsens skin conditions
Whether it’s a rash, cold sore or any other skin-related condition, stress can be a factor in all of these problems. Not only does stress weaken your immune system, but impairs the outer layer of your skin, making it easier for bacteria and other pathogens to penetrate.
#3 Oily skin
When you stress, your body produces more cortisol and other hormones that send messages to your sebaceous glands to produce more oil. Oily skin will not only make your skin appear unhealthy, but you will be more prone to acne.
#4 Dryness
The lipid barrier of your skin is a combination of proteins and fats that form a natural barrier that both holds moisture in and keeps dirt out. Stress can reduce this lipid barrier, causing your skin’s fluids to evaporate—making your complexion dry as a result.
#5 Dullness
When your body is suffering from stress, your skin cells take longer to reach the surface and flake away. This means your entire natural exfoliation process is slowed, resulting in dull looking skin.
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WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
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