Why Your Skin Gets Stressed (and What to Do About It)

Your skin is often a mirror of your stress levels. When life gets hectic, breakouts, flare-ups, or dullness may be the first signs your body is asking for balance.

How Stress Impacts Skin

Stress activates your cortisol response, which can trigger:

• Increased oil production → breakouts/clogged pores

• Inflammation → redness, rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis

• Slower healing → breakouts linger longer

• Weakened barrier → dryness and sensitivity

The Skin-Stress Cycle

The frustrating part? Skin issues caused by stress can make you feel more stressed, creating a vicious cycle.

Calming Stress, Inside and Out

1. At-Home Practices

• Deep breathing, meditation, baths or journaling to calm the nervous system

• Consistent sleep and hydration

• Gentle, not aggressive, skincare when your skin is inflamed

2. Skincare Support

• Look for barrier-strengthening ingredients like ceramides, beta glucan, hydration.

• Skip harsh exfoliants if skin is reactive.

• Add hydrating masks to soothe.

3. Professional Treatments

Facials aren’t just pampering — they’re a chance to reset your skin and your stress. Massage, lymphatic drainage, and targeted treatments can calm both mind and complexion.

👉 If your skin is showing signs of stress, let’s create a treatment plan that brings calm to your skin and your lifestyle.