Dermatologists and psychologists explain the mind-skin connection, and how it can help stressed skin.
Or that you sometimes break out in a rash before a first date?
Well, none of these things are coincidences.
Keep reading for what you better know.
Unpacking the connection between the brain and the skin
The brain-skin connection starts before were born.
But we are still working out the details on all of that.
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While a quick cortisol spike is okay, chronic stress can throw your baseline levels out of whack.
The same hormones that prepare our bodies for stressful situations are also known to stimulate our oil glands.
From there, it becomes a vicious cycle.
Not wanting to be seen physically can result in not wanting to be emotionally seen as well.
Should you see a psychodermatologist?
For many patients, addressing skin conditions with a psychodermatological approach can be life-changing.
Not to mention, there is also so much stigma around seeking mental health care.
If they did, they couldnt afford to keep their business open.
Self-care practices that lower your stress levels can also help improve the condition of your complexion.
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