How Stress Affects Your Skin (And How to Support Breakouts Naturally)
Do you find your skin breaking out just as you have a huge event looming? Do zits emerge out of the blue right before a big presentation?
Stress can absolutely exacerbate breakouts — and it’s more common than people realise.
Your skin responds directly to changes in your psychological state. When you feel stressed, your sympathetic nervous system releases stress hormones like cortisol.
Cortisol can trigger increased oil production in the skin, which may lead to clogged pores and acne flare-ups. Stress can also contribute to an inflammatory response, causing:
- Redness
- Blemishes
- Breakouts
- Post-acne marks
How to Support Stressed Skin Naturally
The first step is always addressing the stress itself. Practices like meditation, breathwork, and nervous system regulation can make a real difference.
But while it’s not always possible to remove every stressor, the good news is that certain natural vitamins and herbs may help support the skin during high-stress periods — by assisting with oil balance, inflammation, and overall skin clarity.
The Perfect Skin Kit combines a targeted range of ingredients designed to support these stress-related skin responses from within.
Key Ingredients That Support Skin Under Stress
Feed your skin from within with ingredients chosen for clarity, calm, and balance:
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Riboflavin supports healthy, glowing skin by helping soothe inflammation and contributing to the skin’s natural renewal process. It may also assist in improving tone and texture over time.
Selenium
Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect skin cells from oxidative stress. It may support a calmer, more even-looking complexion by helping reduce redness and irritation.
Chickweed Herb
Traditionally used to support inflammatory skin concerns, Chickweed has cooling properties that may help reduce the appearance of redness and support clearer skin.
Witch Hazel Leaf
Witch Hazel is well known for helping reduce excess oil and supporting the appearance of clearer pores, making it a helpful botanical for breakout-prone skin.
White Oak Bark
White Oak Bark has astringent properties that may support skin recovery after breakouts by helping minimise excess oil and refine skin texture.
5-Strain Probiotic Blend (5 Billion CFU)
Probiotics support the gut-skin connection and may help maintain healthy immune balance, which can play a role in skin clarity and sensitivity during stress.
Continue Your Clear Skin Routine
If stress has been showing up on your skin, supporting your body from within can be a powerful part of a long-term clarity routine.
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