The Stress-Complexion Connection

Ah, the lazy hazy days of August. Nothing to stress about … wait, when do the kids need to be picked up from camp again? Who left the garden hose running all day? Surprise demands for our energy can appear at any moment, but the effects of prolonged stressful phases may show up on our faces indefinitely. Learn how stress affects your skin, and discover how to put your best face forward this summer with the following helpful tips. Our adrenal glands secrete the hormones adrenalin (for immediate danger, such as our “fight or flight” response) and cortisol (for prolonged and chronic anxiety, such as deadlines, parenting, or traffic). These hormones can wreak havoc on our looks.