Stress Stress and Acne Feeling stressed can lead to increased hormone production and inflammation, both of which can theoretically make acne worse. This is particularly true in females. Exercise... April 26, 2020
Stress
Stress can trigger increased hormone levels and inflammation in the body, thereby worsening acne. This is particularly true in females. However, worrying about stress will only make it worse. Instead of beating yourself up about being stressed, take proactive measures:
- Exercise is by far the best method of reducing stress
- Practice deep breathing and/or meditation
- Make sure you get enough sleep when you can
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