Is stress ruining your face? Know what is cortisol phase and why this problem is increasing among youth: – ..

News India Live, Digital Desk: Have you noticed that your face starts looking puffy and tired during days of too much work pressure or lack of sleep? In medical language it is being called ‘cortisol face’. when in the body ‘Stress Hormone’ That is, if cortisol level remains elevated for a long time, it has a direct impact on your beauty and facial structure.

What is ‘cortisol face’? (What is it?)

When we are stressed, our adrenal glands release cortisol. Although this hormone helps the body to fight challenges, but its excessive increase brings the following changes on the face:

Puffiness: Cortisol works to retain sodium and water in the body, due to which the face appears puffy and ’round’.

Acne and Breakouts: Stress activates the oil glands, causing the skin to become oily and acne to increase.

Premature aging: Cortisol breaks down the collagen of the skin, causing wrinkles and fine lines to appear on the face.

Double Chin and Fat: Due to stress, the fat distribution of the body changes, which often starts accumulating near the face and neck.

Causes in Youngsters

In today’s busy life, youth are becoming the biggest victims of this problem, the reasons behind which are:

Chronic Stress: Constant pressure of career, studies and personal life.

lack of sleep: Staying awake all night or using gadgets increases cortisol levels.

Bad diet: Consuming excess sugar and processed foods promotes inflammation.

Lack of physical activity: Not exercising causes hormonal imbalance.

How to get rid of it? (Tips to Reduce Cortisol Face)

If you want to reduce the symptoms of ‘cortisol face’, try these lifestyle changes:

Get 7-8 hours of sleep: Adequate sleep naturally reduces cortisol.

Magnesium Rich Foods: Eat dark chocolate, nuts and green leafy vegetables which keep the nervous system calm.

Facial Massage: Lymphatic Drainage Massage or Gua Sha Use helps in reducing swelling.

Reduce caffeine: Excessive consumption of coffee can increase cortisol, drink herbal tea instead.

Yoga and Meditation: Control stress with deep breathing exercises and meditation.