Stress has a negative impact on a person's physical health.
In this article we will tell you how high levels of stress affect the skin.
How does stress affect your skin
Stress causes the brain to react by producing more of the hormone cortisol.
After which, this hormone negatively affects collagen, breaking it down.
Collagen is responsible for the hydration and elasticity of facial skin, as well as for the health of muscles, bones and joints.
Lack of collagen leads to wrinkles and dry skin.
Chronic stress makes facial wrinkles more visible, leaving your skin dull, dry and tired.
The complexion becomes dull and uneven.
The density and elasticity of the skin decreases, which is associated not only with the inhibitory effect of stress on the skin’s production of collagen, but also hyaluronic acid and elastin.
Free radicals easily destroy skin cells, accelerating the aging process.
In addition, dermatological diseases and problems can arise due to stress.
For example, dandruff, redness, acne and rashes.
Stress hormones directly activate sebum production, which can be a factor that causes clogged pores and inflammation.
The sensitivity and reactivity of the skin increases due to disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system.
Previously, we talked about how stress affects the health of teeth and gums.
