Stress Wreaks havoc on your face, hair and nails: Find out how to fix it

22.07.2024 06:50

Stress affects your skin, hair, nails, and overall health.

The skin reflects the internal state of the body.

Stress can increase inflammation and worsen overall skin health, reports the American Academy of Dermatology .

During times of stress, the sebaceous glands begin to work more intensively, which can worsen the condition.

In addition, stress can aggravate skin diseases: psoriasis and eczema.

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Stress also has a significant impact on skin aging.

Stress hormones have a destructive effect on collagen and elastin. Recovery processes slow down, which accelerates the appearance of wrinkles and expression lines.

Hair also suffers from stress. It becomes thinner and falls out.

Although hair loss in this regard is temporary, it is important to take timely measures to prevent hair damage.

Dermatologist Keira Barr points out that stress affects the skin, hair, and nails, worsening overall health.

Stress management techniques can help soften its impact on the body, improving skin, hair, and nails.

Author: Elena Gutyro Editor of Internet resources