Stress, hormones, diet… What really impacts your skin

Pimples that appear without warning, a dull complexion, excess sebum or sudden dryness... Your skin is talking to you, and often, it reacts to much more than poorly chosen skincare products. Stress, hormonal imbalances and diet have a direct, sometimes underestimated, impact on the balance and appearance of the skin.

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Chronic stress triggers a hormonal cascade (including increased cortisol) that disrupts the skin's barrier. The result: inflammation, spots, tightness, or duller skin.

It can also slow down cell regeneration, worsen imperfections and accentuate the signs of aging.

DERMOVA advice : Favor soothing, targeted treatments and integrate relaxing gestures into your routine (self-massages, breathing, nighttime application of smoothing and repairing patches, etc.).

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Puberty, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause… At each stage, the body produces hormones that directly influence the skin.

• Before menstruation, the skin often becomes more oily, prone to blemishes.

• At menopause, the loss of estrogen leads to a loss of firmness, increased dryness and the appearance of more pronounced wrinkles.

DERMOVA Tip : Adapt your routine to each phase. During periods of blemishes, choose active ingredients like salicylic acid or niacinamide. For more mature skin, opt for skincare enriched with peptides and hyaluronic acid.

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Certain foods can promote skin inflammation, excess sebum or loss of radiance:

• Refined sugar, in excess, increases cell glycation (responsible for skin aging).

• Dairy products, in some people, can worsen hormonal acne.

• Ultra-processed foods overload the liver, which can be reflected in the skin.

Conversely, a diet rich in antioxidants, omega-3, zinc and vitamins promotes healthy, supple and luminous skin.

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Balanced skin isn't just about what you apply to the surface. Managing stress, listening to your body, and adopting a healthy lifestyle are essential keys to unlocking your skin's full potential.