Pete Alexander2x TEDx Speaker and best-selling author helping transform burned out workers into engaged colleagues.

Stress Relief Tool - Take Care of Your Skin

31 Dec 2019 · 1 min

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In this short monologue, the speaker explains how stress and anxiety trigger a hormonal response—specifically increased cortisol—that stimulates the sebaceous glands to produce excess oil, leading to oily skin and acne breakouts. To counteract this, the speaker recommends taking a few extra minutes each night to thoroughly wash the face and remove any makeup or skincare products applied during the day. They also advise selecting skincare products formulated for one’s specific skin type (oily or dry) and emphasize that consistent skincare is essential because the skin reflects overall wellbeing, especially when one is stressed and fatigued.

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Have you ever noticed that your skin breaks out more when you're stressed? Anxiety causes a chemical response that makes your skin more sensitive. Your body also produces more cortisol when you're stressed, which causes your sebaceous glands to produce more oil. More oil means oily skin that is prone to To acne. Taking an extra few minutes before you go to bed to wash your face and remove any facial products or makeup that you've worn during the day will make a world of difference. If you're prone to oily or dry skin, choose skincare products that are specifically designed for your skin type. Remember, your skin is your billboard to the outside world. So it's important not to neglect your skincare routine, especially when you're stressed and tired. Your skin will thank you for it.