Skin Longevity - Hormones and Skin Health

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Hormones act as chemical messengers that regulate various processes in the internal body, but also leave traces on the skin. There are key hormones that can change the way our skin looks and feels:

• estrogen: Helps stimulate the production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, which keeps skin plump and firm
• progesterone: Stimulates the production of sebum or the oil glands in the skin. It can make skin swell and narrow pores. However, too much of it can cause oil to build up.
• Testosterone: This hormone, which is typically present during menstruation, works in a similar way to progesterone by activating the sebaceous glands to produce oil.
• androgens: Influence sebum production, this may be affected by hormonal fluctuations.
• Cortisol: Plays a crucial role in the body's stress response. While acute stress can improve skin repair and immune function, chronic stress can have damaging effects. Increased cortisol levels can lead to the breakdown of collagen, impair wound healing, and contribute to skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.
• insulin: It also plays a role in skin health. Increased insulin levels, often combined with a diet rich in refined carbohydrates, can lead to inflammation and worsen conditions such as acne. Therefore, it is important to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet to achieve glowing skin.

Understanding the links between hormones and skin health provides a roadmap for taking care of our skin from within. Estrogen, androgens, cortisol and insulin together influence skin elasticity, sebum production, metabolism, stress responses, and inflammatory processes. The path to healthy and glowing skin includes not only external care, but also conscious attention to hormonal balance through lifestyle choices.

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Our tips for glowing and healthy skin

• Treatment of collagen loss: Unser collagen booster can directly counteract collagen loss. Another option is to take collagen supplements or eat collagen-rich foods (e.g. fish, chicken, egg white) to nourish from within.
• Wrinkle treatment: Our treatments are specifically aimed at wrinkles, book now over here Using products with retinol can not only reduce the appearance of fine lines, but also stimulate collagen production.
• Treatment for skin dryness: Dermatologists usually recommend a targeted, age-resistant moisturizer with ceramides to lock in moisture. It is also recommended to avoid long, hot showers, which can dry out the skin.
• Treatment for age spots: Estrogen can protect skin from UV rays, so without this added protection, it's important to apply sunscreen daily.