Acne has a significant impact on a person's mental health and overall quality of life.PubMed
⚠️ Paradox: Acne negatively affects a person's psyche, but at the same time, stress and psychological problems worsen the acne itself.
This is about vicious circle, where one worsens the other. When a person is stressed, their body produces more hormones (e.g. cortisol), which stimulate sebum production and inflammatory processes in the skin. This leads to worsening acne.
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Stress
Cortisol → sebum / inflammation
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Worsening of acne
Stress, anxiety
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Psychological tension
Increased hormone activity
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Cycle
Stress again → acne
The psyche and the skin are closely related.
💡 Tip: Therefore, a comprehensive approach that addresses both the physical and psychological aspects of the problem is key to treating acne.