When we experience trauma, our bodies go into a state of high alert. Stress hormones such as cortisol are released, triggering a cascade of physiological changes. These changes can disrupt the delicate balance of our skin, leading to a range of unwanted side effects.
Dermatitis Discolouration
Stress can be a major trigger for flare-ups of eczema and psoriasis, two common skin conditions. These conditions involve inflammation, which can lead to a variety of unwelcome changes in skin colour, including redness, patches of lighter or darker skin, and even scarring.
If you’re struggling with dermatitis discolouration, Austin Clinic offers a range of treatments to help soothe irritation, reduce inflammation, and restore a more even skin tone:
Gentle Skincare Regimen: The first line of defence is a gentle skincare routine. Austin Clinic can recommend cleansers, moisturisers, and other products formulated for sensitive skin.
HydroPeptide Facial: This medical-grade facial uses hydrating serums and gentle exfoliation to calm irritation and promote a healthy glow.
LED Light Therapy: This treatment uses specific wavelengths of light to reduce inflammation and promote healing.
Melanin Madness
Stress can cause the body to overproduce melanin, the pigment that gives skin its colour. This can lead to the appearance of dark spots or patches, known as hyperpigmentation. Austin Clinic offers several effective treatments to address this issue:
Chemical Peels: A carefully controlled chemical solution removes the top layer of skin, revealing brighter, more even-toned skin underneath. Austin Clinic offers a variety of peels suitable for different skin types and concerns.
Microneedling (Dermal Needling): This minimally invasive treatment creates tiny micro-channels in the skin, triggering the body’s natural healing response and stimulating collagen production. This can help fade hyperpigmentation and improve overall skin texture.
Laser Skin Brightening: Laser treatments can target specific areas of hyperpigmentation, effectively reducing their appearance and promoting a more even skin tone.
Premature Wrinkles
Chronic stress can wreak havoc on our skin, accelerating the ageing process and leading to the premature appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. This happens because stress hormones break down collagen and elastin, the proteins that give skin its elasticity and firmness.
Austin Clinic has a variety of tools to combat wrinkles and promote a more youthful appearance:
Muscle Relaxing Treatments: a way to relax the muscles that contribute to wrinkles, smoothing out frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines.
Volume Enhancement: a way to add and plump volume in areas that have lost collagen.
Fractional Laser Resurfacing: targets specific areas of the skin, stimulating collagen production and improving skin texture and elasticity.
Invisible Changes
The impact of trauma on skin health goes beyond just visible changes:
Weakened Immune System: Chronic stress can suppress the immune system, making the skin more susceptible to infections and slower to heal.
Sleep Disturbances: Trauma can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to fatigue and a dull, lacklustre complexion.
Unhealthy Habits: Stress can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and poor diet, all of which can negatively impact skin health.
Hormonal imbalances: Stress can cause hormonal imbalances, which can lead to skin problems such as acne, oily skin, and dry skin.
Weakened skin barrier: Stress can weaken the skin’s barrier function, making it more susceptible to dryness, irritation, and infection.
Psychological factors: Stress can lead to psychological factors such as anxiety and depression, which can manifest in skin problems such as picking at the skin or scratching.
Visit Austin Clinic for the knowledgeable, supportive care you need to maintain the healthy glow you crave.
