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Waking up to stubborn puffiness, baggy
under-eyes, and dull-looking skin — even after a good night’s sleep — can
feel discouraging, especially when the creams and serums you’ve been
counting on don’t seem to help. What’s surprising is that the cause often
runs deeper than we might guess. Sometimes, what we see in the mirror is
simply a reflection of the stress we’ve been carrying inside — something
often referred to as “cortisol face.”
Cortisol is a natural hormone in the
body, and in healthy balance, it plays an important role in regulating
inflammation, metabolism, and our internal rhythm. But when life gets
stressful, we skip meals, or don’t make enough time for rest and
self-care, cortisol can stay elevated longer than it should. Over time,
that extra strain wears down collagen and elastin — leading to premature
aging, sagging skin, and a tired, swollen appearance.
While beauty products can soothe the
skin barrier, the real metamorphosis begins when we care for stress at
its source. Simple rituals that calm the nervous system can make a
meaningful difference — things like getting good hydration and weaving in
relaxing practices like meditation, gentle movement, and breathwork. Even
the smallest changes can help regulate cortisol and support firmer,
smoother, more glowing skin.
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