Stress and facial skin: is there a correlation?

The reactions and symptoms that I depart from stress are highly variable and can also affect the skin. In particular, stress increases the levels of cortisol, a hormone that is not coincidentally also known as the "stress hormone, giving rise to symptoms and signs that can manifest at the level of the skin.

Stress and skin are closely related. In fact, have you ever noticed that after sleepless nights or after a heated argument an inflammatory reaction appeared on your face such as, pimples, acne, dull skin or dermatitis. Stress dermatitis reveals itself with symptoms similar to allergic or atopic dermatitis. Of course, medical consultation is always advisable before starting a specific treatment, but this article you can find out what it is and how to intervene to improve it.

Stress dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin characterized by skin dryness, redness, and almost always affects the face, neck, hands, feet, but the eyelid area is also common. The designation "stress-related" is due to the fact that the onset of this manifestation is sudden, seemingly unrelated to obvious causes, concomitant with a time of psychophysical and emotional stress. Normally the trigger may be an allergy such as contact dermatitis or atopic dermatitis or from a food intolerance as in the case of dermatitis herpetiformis.

Stress and skin are linked, but they can manifest in different ways. Anxiety acne, for example, is one of the best known consequences of imbalances generated by emotional stress. This generally appears very quickly and in conjunction with very stressful events or particularly difficult periods. It is usually concentrated on the skin of the face, such as the forehead, nose, chin, and cheekbones.

Finally, do not forget that a prolonged period of mental and physical stress can also affect skin renewal with the appearance of small wrinkles on the face.

Another very common stress-related skin manifestation is the loss of radiance and elasticity. In fact, tension in the face negatively affects blood microcirculation, which brings less blood and oxygen to the tissues. As a result, the skin becomes dull, dull and less elastic.

Even simply carving out a daily moment to devote to ourselves and our beauty ritual can contribute to the lowering of stress and the recovery of a full and complete physical and mental balance.

Here are the main functions that creams should have to improve the psychosomatic dermatitis:

▪️ Skin Hydration: keeping the skin well hydrated is essential to prevent itching and worsening of the inflamed area.

▪️ Skin Barrier Strengthening: a healthy skin barrier is essential to prevent allergens and irritants from entering the skin, thus reducing the risk of flare-ups.

▪️ Formulation for sensitive skin: because the skin of people with stress dermatitis is often sensitive and reactive, it is important to choose creams that are free of synthetic fragrances and dyes and that have been dermatologically tested on sensitive skin.

All Luce di Sorrento neurocosmetics are formulated according to pharmaceutical principles even in cases of sensitive skin and presence of dermatitis and eczema. The extra virgin olive oil from Sorrento and theLemon Essential Oil of Sorrento(LemonLux®) are the key ingredients in our products that make them ideal in cases of atopic eczema also caused by stress.

In fact, theextra virgin olive oil with a high natural content of antioxidants and Vitamin E has moisturizing, emollient and anti-inflammatory properties to combat dryness and itchiness of dermatitis. In addition, according to recent studies, this oil is a powerful healer that can promote wound healing and strengthen the natural skin barrier.

Precisely because stress can affect the skin, our cosmetics always includeEssential Oil of Sorrento Lemon, is a powerful neurocosmetic ingredient that puts the mind at rest and relaxes the nervous system: it drives away anxiety, relieves nervous headaches and insomnia. It prevents blockages of the sympathetic nervous system, stimulates parasympathetic functions, and its action promotes mental clarity and makes you more active and vital.

Our PREMIUM LU X OIL is a combination of precious natural oils such as Sorrento Extra Virgin Olive Oil combined with the LemonLux® complex that provides an intensive and unique treatment ideal for skin with stress dermatitis. Our recommendation is to mix a few drops of premium lux oil to GLOBAL LUX CREAM, an ideal dermatitis cream that provides all-day hydration and will give a moment of pleasure and deep relaxation.

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