entrance 2022.09.26 20:30correction 26.09.2022 16:50
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You may have experienced things like acne or flaky skin when you are stressed. Food or cosmetics can cause skin problems, but stress is also a potential cause of skin problems. In this case, you can see a calming effect to some extent using cosmetics or mask packs with good ingredients, but the condition can only be improved by removing the root cause.
Healthline, a US health news media, introduced how skin can be damaged when it is stressed and how skin conditions improve.
1. Barrier to sunlight and tired skin
UV rays are an external factor that stresses the skin and weakens its defenses. Whether in the form of natural sunlight or artificial means like a tanning device, when exposed to UV rays, your body signals your blood cells to quickly go to the exposed area and repair the damage. Excessive UV exposure can cause dark spots or patches and, in severe cases, can even lead to skin cancer.
The best way to combat UV rays and sun stress is to apply sunscreen every morning. Furthermore, fruits that contain many antioxidants and vitamin C, such as strawberries and pomegranates, have the effect of protecting cells from free radical damage caused by exposure to sunlight.
2. Inflammation and excessive irritation of the skin
Hives, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis and rosacea are often caused by inflammation. However, there are studies showing that the protective ability of the skin can be impaired even when the brain is overloaded. In other words, when you are stressed, your ability to control and maintain skin balance decreases. You may have experienced that your skin condition worsens about a week after waking up or being overly stressed from work.
Inflammation caused by stress begins with eliminating the cause. Even if you don’t know the exact cause of stress, you can control the condition through diet, exercise, and treatment.
3. Increased sebum and acne production
When you are stressed, you are prone to acne. This is especially common among women, where stress can disrupt the skin’s nerve signals, triggering hormonal imbalances and chemicals that increase sebum production.
When you are stressed, find your way to calm your mind for 5-10 minutes and at the same time increase your body’s ability to adapt through long-term stress management methods such as exercise.
Beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), also known as salicylic acid, found in many acne care products, dissolves in the oil to help clear clogged pores. However, if used too much or too hard, it can dry out and irritate the skin, so apply it topically at night only to the problem area.
4. Decreased ability to heal wounds
Extreme stress weakens the epidermal layer of the skin, increasing the risk of environmental infections and pathogens and reducing the skin’s natural ability to heal wounds, scars and acne.
Using products that contain glycerin and hyaluronic acid can help repair the skin barrier. It is also good to eat foods rich in antioxidants. Stay hydrated from the inside through hydration and use zinc products, Shorea robusta, and flaxseed oil to help keep skin hydrated and heal wounds.
5. Tired eyes and dark circles
Dark circles around the eyes appear even if you are not getting enough sleep, but also if you are under stress. Our body continues to release adrenaline at regular intervals while in fight-flight mode.
Try meditation or yoga for a good night’s sleep. Also, try to increase bedtime by using an essential oil diffuser, white noise, and avoiding watching videos 2 hours before bed.
6. Wrinkles
From forehead wrinkles to frown lines, when you are psychologically stressed, those emotions leave marks on your face.
If you are worried about wrinkles, try face yoga. By targeting the facial muscles you use unconsciously every day and massaging areas with a lot of tension such as the forehead, eyebrows and jaw line, you can prevent wrinkles to some extent and make your skin supple and supple. Additionally, applying pressure to the face with a cold jade roller can activate the lymphatic system, reducing swelling and skin damage caused by stress.
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Journalist Jeong Hee-eun
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