Skin and Stress, Why Breakouts and Redness Flare, and What to Do First

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Stress can influence inflammation, sleep, and habits, all of which affect skin. Keep routine simple and protect sleep during high stress weeks.

Two week reset

  • Protect sleep
  • Keep routine simple and consistent
  • Reduce alcohol if it triggers flushing
  • Avoid picking
  • Use longer exhale breathing for tension

If persistent:

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A quick note on safety. This article is general information, it is not a diagnosis or personal medical advice. Skin symptoms can have many causes. If symptoms are severe, painful, rapidly worsening, infected, or affecting your eyes, seek prompt medical care.

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