Poll of the day - 21/02/2026

Why stress worsens acne?

  • :test_tube: Increased cortisol β†’ more oil production
  • :fire: More skin inflammation
  • :balance_scale: Hormone imbalance
  • :crescent_moon: Poor sleep, diet changes, skin picking
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:sleeping_face: Have you noticed whether your breakouts appear immediately during stressful periods, or do they tend to flare a few days later?

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yes always during stress, more oily skin and around menstrual cycle

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Due to oily skin

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It is followed during stress..

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